About Us

Who We Are

Jiketsu Martial Productions (JMP) was founded in 2000 by Sensei Reuben Bean. JMP strives to promote the ancient disciplines of martial arts as a valuable medium of educational and character development for youth and adults alike.

Our unique support system enables members and participants to become mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually respectable and responsible citizens. These objectives further encourage its members to avoid deviant behaviors that may hinder them from achieving such goals.

You are more than welcome to come and visit us at the Jiketsu Center!

Principles of Our Training Philosophy

The Jiketsu Formula

Sequence of movements
Sequence of movements with correct timing (cadence)
Sequence of movements with correct timing, speed and power
Sequence of movements with correct timing, speed, power and correct expansion and contraction (transition of movements)

Our Dojo

Our Dojo is the true definition of dojo. It is an immersive learning place for experiential learning and meditation. The term dojo literally means “place of the Way” in Japanese. In our open space we desire to create a true environment of growth.

Founder

Sensei Reuben Bean

Founder, Yodan

Grand Champion, he has proudly represented Bermuda on the international stage, showcasing his skills in nations such as Italy, Spain, Mexico, Canada, and the USA. Notably, Mr. Bean’s prowess was on full display earlier this year when he clinched three gold medals at the prestigious 2010 Arnold Martial Arts Festival.

Reuben Bean stands as one of the island’s most successful and accomplished competitive martial artists. In 2006, he earned a gold medal in Wing Chun Kung Fu Form at the Arnold Classic Martial Arts Festival. The following year, at the 2007 Arnold Martial Arts Festival, he achieved a remarkable feat by securing gold, silver, and bronze medals in various disciplines, including karate weapons, karate kata, and wing chun forms.

Undoubtedly, Mr. Bean’s dominance persisted at the 2010 Arnold Martial Arts Festival, where he secured three gold medals in Traditional Karate, Traditional Kobujutsu, and Traditional Kung Fu. His exceptional achievements reflect not only his dedication to the art of karate but also his unwavering commitment to excellence on the global stage. Reuben Bean continues to inspire and leave an indelible mark on Bermuda’s martial arts landscape.

Vision

To provide and avenue for all people to realize their full potential through balance, grace, movement and meditation while establishing a firm foundation of integrity and self-discipline that will advance personal and professional success.

Motto

MARTIAL ARTS (Traditional, MMA etc.) is concerned more with humility, forgiveness and ultimately understanding that, ‘victory lies not in success or defeat, but rather, in the perfection of ones character’.