The Mass Conservatory

About Us:

The core of our practice at The MASS Conservatory is traditional Goju Karate, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, meditation and the traditions, teachings and philosophy of the Shaolin Temple. We offer classes for all ages – children age 6-8 and 9-12, youth 13-17, adults, seniors 55+ and our elders. We are a welcoming place of peace and personal development where everyone is welcome.

Our History:

As a professional teacher for over 35 years, Jamie’s career includes teaching high school music, non-profit youth organizations for the performing arts and of course the martial arts. Jamie’s work as a teacher has taken him throughout Canada, America and Europe and his students have traveled from all over the world to be a part of his programs.

Jamie started his training in karate in 1989, received a black belt in 1993 and continues his training to this day with 7 teachers in 4 countries. His practice includes Karate, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Ba Gua, Nei Gong, Daoist and Buddhist Philosophy and meditation.

Master the Art, Master Yourself

Traditional Martial Arts training is a personal journey of deep philosophies, traditions, techniques and principles where the student will face the challenges of the mind and body and must do the work in their training to discover for themselves how to overcome them. The practice is a way of life that cultivates character, peace and kindness, strength and courage, compassion, gratitude and respect.
Our Traditional Martial Arts programs serve the following age groups:

• Children
• Youth
• Adults
• Adults 55+
• Our Elders

The Art of Balance

The practice of Tai Chi is for the balance of body, mind, spirit, and environment. It is about finding a balance between what is going on inside you with what is going on outside you. A profound result of the practice is that the mind and body can be a place of peace to reside inside. Tai Chi cultivates quiet in the mind which creates profound effects on the mind and body. When the mind is calm, then the body is calm. When the mind and body are calm and centered, then life’s challenges are not seen as threats to agitate the mind.

Private Training

We also offer oone-on-one and small group private training in a specific practice – karate, tai chi, etc. If you are interested in martial arts and prefer a private, one-on-one approach to training in Karate, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and meditation, we will start with a chance to meet and discuss your interests and goals.

Holistic Martial Arts Therapy

At their core, the Traditional Martial Arts are a centuries old set of practices that integrate physical ability and skill, with breathwork and meditation to promote our overall well-being so we can contribute to the well-being of others. A holistic approach to healing through a practice in the traditional martial arts builds on these ancient traditions by taking a personalized approach to customize a practice that works for you and your life.
A Holistic Martial Arts practice is focused on healing. Rather than prescribe treatments, these practices invite you to deepen your presence and awareness so you can be active in your own healing.

The Budo Centre

A non-profit organization by The MASS Conservatory.
The purpose of The Budo Centre is to support mental health and wellbeing and to minimize the suffering of others through the practice of Budo – The Way of Martial Arts. A strong body, healthy mind and a peaceful spirit give us the ability to manage the challenges and stresses in life, feel good about ourselves, have healthy relationships, function well in the world and live our life peacefully with meaning and purpose.