About Us

Guest's Martial Arts Melbourne is located on 272 Dundas St in Thornbury, just minutes from Northcote and the vibrant suburbs of Melbourne. Our state‑of‑the‑art dojo spans 700 metres of open training space, a rare luxury in the city, and offers seating for over 65 visitors in a gallery‑style setting that showcases the artistry of martial training.
Since 1997, we have grown from a single classroom into the largest dojang in the southern hemisphere for Japanese Jujutsu and other martial arts. The school has seen thousands of students progress from beginner to black belt, many of whom continue their training for over a decade.
Our team includes four full‑time and six part‑time instructors whose combined experience exceeds 200 years. They specialise in Japanese Jujutsu, Silat, Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, Vovinam, Taekwondo and a range of weapons such as Bo Staff, Sword, Jo and Knife Defence.
The child‑focused programmes, written by Dr Warren Guest (PhD) and Craig Guest Shihan, combine martial techniques with character development, confidence building and life‑skills training. They have earned multiple awards for excellence in youth education.
Beyond the dojo, the studio hosts community events, birthday parties, and fitness classes that keep residents active and engaged. Our commitment to safety, inclusivity and personal growth has made Guest's Martial Arts a cornerstone of the local fitness and self‑defence community.