Third Place Dojo is a martial arts school and community space in Coudersport, PA, home of Kokoro-Jitsu — an original living art synthesized from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Chinese Kenpo, Goshin Jutsu Karate, and Aiki principles. Classes run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings for kids, teens, and adults, with a free Saturday KJ Club open to all skill levels. First class is always free. No contracts, no pressure.
Head instructor Brian Lucas has trained in martial arts since 2007, holding a Shodan in Goshin Jutsu Karate, a Brown Belt in IKCA Chinese Kenpo, and a Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He founded Kokoro-Jitsu in 2014 as a synthesis of nearly two decades of cross-disciplinary training, built around the philosophy: Absorb. Discard. Add. Belt ranks are earned through objective, pass/fail testing with no politics and no pay-to-promote.
Third Place Dojo is more than a gym. It's Coudersport's third place — a space between home and work where real community happens. Whether you want to train or just belong, you're welcome here. Learn more at thirdplacedojo.com.
