The Southern Alberta Hogosha Institute is a not for profit organization, based in Medicine Hat,AB,Canada,  that provides instruction in a traditional battlefield based self defense systems.  This system includes, but is not limited to; striking, kicking, joint locking, grappling, weapons, and military strategy & tactics.  All of these techniques are covered during the coarse of training.  Unlike other arts weapons training is started at the early stages of training, this helps the students to respect the weapons, not fear them.

This martial art is not sports based, which means we do not have full contact fights. Although sparring is encouraged to help develop the student, it is always done in a safe & controlled environment.

If you like to participate in a class, or would like more information on our classes; please email us with your contact information (name and phone number), and one of us will get back to you as soon as possible. 

First class is always free.   Students can join at anytime throughout the year.

Seminars with high ranking shihan, shidoshi, and various other high ranking instructors in the arts.  Please email us if you would like to attend.  NOTE:  You should have some basics down before you attend a seminar.

Grading will be done on a case by case basis, when students have proven that they have obtained and mastered the skillsets necessary for the ranking.  

Childrens classes are being planned for Winter/Spring of 2012; upon interest.

All classes are group classes.
Private classes are available upon request, prices vary ( please ask an instructor about pricing ).

Email: sa.hogosha.institute@gmail.com