Notre Dame Martial Arts Institute


University of Notre Dame
South Bend, Indiana

"The need to defend one's life need not be by appointment, but may occur at any unorthodox time, therefore the forms and techniques of the martial arts are naturally endless."

Beginner Information

Spring 2011

The NDMAI holds special white belt classes for its newest members. In the white belt classes members are taught the basics of Cooper Ryu Vee Jitsu. An emphasis is placed on the fundamentals as learned in basic blocks, strikes and kicks as well as techniques used to counter various forms of attack.

Beginners should attend the RecSports Martial Arts class held in room 109, Rockne Memorial. The class is lead by Sensei Ben Reinhard and will be held this Spring on Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30-7pm. Students must register at the Rolfs Sports Recreational Center or online at RecRegister. The fee for class it $50.00, and it is 1/2 off after fall break.

New members are always welcome. It is never too late or the wrong time to start. White Belt classes are always open to new members. Please stop by and check us out, or you can email Sensei your questions at ndmai@nd.edu.