Original Wooden Dummy
Original Wooden Dummy
Beautiful design | Customised for you | Sturdy and Strong
 

Customised dummy - made specifically for your height and build

NOTE: We are operating as normal but sometimes there can be a waitlist as the dummies are handmade and customised.

Is this your next training partner?
No construction required.
Easily relocated and transported.

Built to replace framed and wall mounted dummies. This is the sturdiest dummy made of this type. You no longer need a frame or wall-mounted dummy but still has a similar feel. Will fit snugly in a corner or against the wall (rubber on back section to protect the wall) and is also happy to be freestanding. This dummy can be easily relocated, stored or transported by car if the back seats fold down. Great for sharing with training partner or school.

This dummy is very stable and loaded with features such as our internal impact damping system, rubber on bottom of the base and facility to add weight plates.

Our design for 2021introduces just a single model that is inclusive of all features

This is a customised wooden dummy built specifically for your height and build. It is a very sturdy pedestal style. Strike this dummy hard and it will stand strong. You will not find another dummy with the unique features we have developed over our 10 years of operation and consulting with senior practioners.

The Original Wooden Dummy does it all...

Customised Wooden Dummy – We build for you a customised Wooden Dummy suited specifically to your height and build. Every dummy is hand-made by Ian in our local workshop. Don't settle for a dummy that is not made for your height. It will be uncomfortable to train with and negatively impact your technique.

Dummy Features

  • Base footprint 146cm wide, 105cm deep (inc. leg).

  • Ribbed Rubber attached to bottom and back of the base.

  • Holes for the arms leg and base post have hardwood surround.

  • Damper mechanism.

  • Standard finish is dark stain and polyurethane paint (marine grade).

  • Base, arms and leg are all hardwood.

  • Body is laminated pine with hardwood inserts, 200mm thick.

  • Raised knee on the leg. Leg joint is reinforced with internal metal rods and has external screws on the sides.

  • Base post is 90mm to support the body.

  • The edges of the base are chamfered (rounded).

  • Has weight plate connection at the back of the base.

  • The ends of the base are rounded.

  • Has side, expandable and removable stabilisers to add weight and adjust for uneven floors.

  • Set of Full Grain leather pads.

    PRICE: $AU2,950

Multi User
This is a unique option that we have available.
A second set of arm holes is added to the body allowing multiple people of varying height to use the same dummy but modify the arm height easily to suit. Changing height is simply a process of removing the arms from one set of holes and placing them in the other.

Add $AU250

Feature Description
Impact Damping System
 - This unique feature designed by us redistributes and absorbs incoming force and allows the dummy to provide a realistic feedback without being pushed around. This is a brilliant feature and only available with our dummies.

Raised Knee - After consulting with head instructors, it was suggested that we add a knee to the leg. This is a beautifully designed knee that helps with some kicking moves. It is also reinforced with internal metal rods to add strength to the joint.

Weight plate system - This is situated at the back of the dummy and is a place where weights can be easily added to give even more weight if you need it. This is a unique feature of our dummies where the weights are bolted down and can be stacked. No reasonable limit on size.

Rubber Base - Helps stability and grip and also protects the floor. A rubber heel is also on the leg.
Attached using a high grade industrial specialist glue.

Supurb Durable Finishing - The Original Wooden Dummy is finished in ‘Japanese Brown’ Stain and finished with additional coats of marine grade external, high quality polyurethane.

Our aim is to build a best quality product that has visual appeal and superb function to inspire training for the experience Martial Artist

Compact Design – One of our main design criteria was to produce a dummy suitable for small areas. It can stand alone or be located in a corner or against the wall.

Transportable – The Original Wooden Dummy can be set-up in a moment. This is perfect for people who want to transport the dummy such as an instructor moving the dummy from home to a training centre or if the dummy needs to be relocated or just stored out of the way.

Easy Set-up – Set-up in a couple of minutes, no tools required.
(If dummy needs to be shipped then there is an initial setup requiring a screw driver to secure 4 screws)

Handmade in Sydney –  Every dummy is lovingly handcrafted in our small workshop in Sydney using high quality, locally sourced timber. No expense is spared when it comes to the quality of all products used. Each dummy takes around 6 weeks to complete as it is very labour intensive and not a production line business churning out high volumes. We prefer to call it a creation.

Laminated Timber Body & Hardwood Arms and Legs – For superior strength, weight and balance. Our Wooden Dummies are built to last with laminated sheets of timber, marine grade glues and paints. If it was made from a single log it could split and fracture over time as it is affected by the environment. Our method prevents any splitting and has additional security to prevent splitting with 9 internal bolts inserted inside the body that are not visible. I the body section there are 48 separate pieces of timber making up the whole. Once the glue up of the parts is complete the body is then carved out and finished.

Polyurethane finish - on body and base, including in the holes for post, arms & leg.

Back section of Arms are finished with Polyurethane for added durability.
The front sections of the arms is soaked in Food grade oil and polished. This soaks into the timber and hardens, providing strength to the timber but still allows a nice tactile feel when using and protects it from splitting.

Locally hand-made in Sydney, Australia with Timber from sustainable sources - we care about using timber from a sustainable source.

NOTE: The leg must always be installed in the dummy, even when not in use. The leg provides the forward stability to the dummy and this will prevent it falling over. Dummy should only be used for its intended purpose and is not for use by children.

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Quality all the way

Our Original Wooden Dummies are loaded with additional features making it the most well-designed and customisable wooden dummy on the market. We focus on maximising the experience for every practitioner.


A customised dummy will help your training by:

  • Allowing you to feel more comfortable moving around the dummy and maintaining the correct distance

  • Your forms will flow much better

  • You will not over reach or feel cramped when training

  • You will feel great training knowing that your dummy has been set-up for you

  • We want to provide all of our clients with a personalised, comfortable and exciting training experience.

Australia’s only fully customised wooden dummy. Don’t settle for a dummy that is not built for you to your height and build.

You don’t need a big frame or attach a dummy to the wall, our dummies are strong enough to stand alone. We have been making dummies for over ten years and our customers love them.

We make beautiful wooden dummies that are sturdy, balanced and beautifully hand-crafted. Each of our wooden dummies are customised for you and are made with high quality Australian timber. They offer unique design and portability. We pride ourselves on the outstanding craftsmanship of every one of our dummies.

Our workshop is based in Sydney, Australia. We are simply passionate about martial arts and working with beautiful timber. You will love training with an Original Wooden Dummy.


We believe in beautiful and functional design to support the experienced Martial Artist.