Discovery Martial Arts

Discovery Martial Arts operates a combat sports and martial arts training center at 34 Rainmaker Drive in Portland, Maine. The school delivers traditional self-protection and tactical movement instruction for practitioners throughout the Portland community. The academy was founded by chief instructor John Poliquin, who began training in martial arts in 1977 and holds a 10th Degree Black Belt in Budo Taijutsu as well as Hakken Budo Ninjutsu. Instruction is co-directed by school owner and Shihan Mark White, a 5th degree Black Belt who started training under Poliquin in 2001, alongside co-owner and third-degree black belt Zach, who began training in 2005. The instructional roster also includes Nidan instructors Heidi and Ian Pratt. Coursework centers on the historical art of Ninjutsu, incorporating practical joint locks, throws, and weapon defense. Programs include adult group classes, introductory workshops, and private instruction. Prospective practitioners can take advantage of an introductory 30-day trial that includes a training uniform.