About Us

Tokyo Joe’s Studios of Self Defense in Hooksett, NH began as a Kempo Karate School in 2000, owned and operated by Edward Carr. Since then we have grown into a premier Martial Arts School in New England, offering programs in multiple disciplines, including Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts. Our kids, teens, and adult Karate program has a lineage rooted in Shaolin Kempo Karate and is operated under the Tokyo Joe’s System of Self Defense. Our MMA program began under the guidance of UFC Hall of Fame legend Pat Miletich, operating under the Miletich Fighting Systems banner. Since 2011, our BJJ and MMA program is now proud to be a part of the New England powerhouse, Team Link, owned by 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt Marco Alvan.

Our Mission

WE’RE IN THE BUSINESS OF CHANGING LIVES. WE GIVE YOU THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL POWER TO REACH YOUR GOALS.

To develop a standard of excellence by helping students be their best, both physically and mentally.

To enhance our community and its citizens through the positive personal development skills of our training.

To provide a safe haven of positive energy and support for our students mental, emotional, and physical growth.

To provide inspiration of personal excellence through our example as Black Belts both in and out of the studio.

To insure the long term growth of the Studio and its staff by providing legendary student service.

To enhance and improve students lives through martial arts training.

Our Facility

Our facility boosts over 6,000 sq. feet of space, which includes 3,000 sq. ft upstairs with two separate dojos, men’s and women’s Locker rooms, a children’s playroom, viewer seating area with coffee station, and gear and apparel pro-shop. 3,000 sq. ft of downstairs space includes a third dojo, a full-size gym with various weight equipment and cardio machines available to students for strength and conditioning, a full-size boxing ring, speed bags, aqua bags, heavy bags, and lounge area.