Our Programs

QUALITY MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES FROM EXPERTS

Our programs specially designed to meet your fitness goals, and with our experienced instructors, you'll be able to enjoy your training the fun way. Given our years of expertise, we cater to all your needs and make sure that they neither overdo nor leave any set of exercises underdone. We make you fit, not stressed!

Students can specialize in one art, or train in any/all of the arts available. We are thrilled to offer Wellness Programs including Reflexive Performance Reset (RPR) sessions, and to partner with the Riverfront Athletic Club for Fitness options for our members.

Our goal is to provide comprehensive wellness and lifestyle options- we consider our clients family-  Why go anywhere else?



OPEN ENROLLMENT - NOW ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS!

Explore the programs we have to offer below!

We are often asked how Aikido and BJJ different from Karate or Tae Kwon Do. Both Aikido and BJJ are descendants from the samurai martial arts of Japan. As such, Aikido and BJJ are trained directly with a partner rather than focusing on forms, or kicking/punching air. Aikido and BJJ do not rely on punches and kicks at all but rather on effective grappling technique which allows a much smaller individual to successfully defend themselves from a larger person.

Aikido does incorporate striking within the technique, however it is not the emphasis of the technique or training. Aikido also incorporates the use of weapons such as the staff, knife, and Japanese sword (katana).

Welcome to Midwest Center for Movement!

The Midwest Center for Movement was founded in Hudson, WI in 2003 by Chief Instructor Michael Ellefson (learn more about him here!). We are proud to serve Hudson as well as the nearby areas in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Through the St. Croix Valley Grappling games, local organizations and local and national partnerships, we are honored to be able to contribute to multiple charitable organizations and causes within our community. We are proud to be a We Defy certified academy and to represent Mission 22 in the difficult and admirable work these organizations do.

Our Philosophy

As a school, our diverse knowledge base is strengthened by our ongoing commitment to learning, from the newest student to the head instructor. Visitors are always welcome- it doesn't matter your martial arts background (or lack thereof), or your affiliation- there is always something to learn on the mats!