“Perhaps the most unique Residential Martial Arts program in the country today” The Otis Ridge Camp has rather a unique philosophy to the martial arts as it provides interdisciplinary approach in training. This is a program for the serious martial arts student. Whether a beginner or advanced student, we expect our campers to have a high interest level and persevere in their endeavors. The camp subscribes to an older if not ancient philosophy. The practice and training in the Martial Arts should lead to peaceful conflict resolution. The camp does not profess nor teach physical violence as an end to problem solving. The ancients stated that the body is the temple and housing of the mind. In the quest and pursuit of mental development, a strong and sound body is both beneficial and necessary. We believe that the training offered here will not only augment the student’s training outside but also assist the practitioner in many life and learning situations. We teach in a traditional setting and approach. We follow the traditions of respect to the arts, our students, staff and family. Surrounded by 107 acres in the beautiful Berkshires, our campers and staff live and train together in an idyllic setting. We offer a solid program of instruction designed to foster cooperation and solid growth.