Way of the Crane Martial Arts

Specialties

Create an atmosphere of safety for yourself while investing in the wellness of your mind, body and soul.

Our training incorporates aspects of Karate, Kung-​Fu, Ju-​Jitsu and Chin-​Na for a truly eclectic Mixed Martial Art environment that emphasizes self-​reliance and situational awareness for real world conflicts.

What you will find at Way of the Crane is one of the best equipped dojos in the state, quality experienced teachers who genuinely care about the student in an environment of honest Martial Arts instruction with an emphasis on correct execution, safety and real world application for both adults and children.

History

Established in 1983.

As one of the oldest and longest continually running Martial Arts Schools in Boulder, Colorado, Way of the Crane has been teaching the true spirit of the Martial Arts to students of all ages for over twenty eight years.

Melanie Murphy is the owner, director and Sensei (teacher) of Way of the Crane Martial Arts, and has owned and run this school continuously since 1989. She has personally trained all of the teachers and takes an active roll in every class.

Meet the Business Owner

Melanie M.

Business Owner

Melanie Murphy, Sensei, started her study of the martial arts in 1975. She has accomplished Black Belt recognition in serveal different disciplines. She started teaching in 1983 and became owner and director of Way of the Crane in 1989. She has trained hundreds of students ranging in age from 5 to 65. Sensei Murphy has excellent credentials in teaching martial arts and self defense to men, women, children, seniors and the developmentally disabled. In addition to many honors and distinctions, Sensei Murphy and Way of the Crane were awarded the Boulder Chamber of Commerce 1995 Business of the Year Award for community service, honoring the excellence and benefits of the Streetwize™ program. Sensei Murphy’s expertise and teaching acumen are only part of the reason your experience at Way of the Crane will be memorable. Her passion for sharing her knowledge, her giving nature and sense of humor, and her genuine desire to see all her pupils succeed make every single class an enjoyable one.