Michelle is AWESOME! I took a 2-hour class at my local gym, and it was super informative and fun…read more We learned some really good techniques and tips for if you're in a situation where you need to use self defense, but also just how to be assertive in every day life. I highly recommend her.

Michelle was awesome! Our group had 6 girls aged 10-13 and 3 moms and 1 grandma. Michelle came to…read moreour house and taught us all about using our intuition when in a potentially unsafe situation, how to use our voice to scare off predators, and use our self defense moves against bad people. Michelle used language that was very age-appropriate so as not to scare the girls- but to become more aware of surroundings and to be ready if an unwanted person/situation arises. Michelle has a lot of positive energy which made us even more focused, eager to learn and empowered!! I will definitely be telling all my friends to contact her to schedule a class. Suzanne C.

Great place for the family all around! My previous gym stopped offering kids class, but I loved it…read moreand after I found out my instructor was filling in here, I brought the family to try it out. The facility is brand new! New mats, showers, loaner go's for kids and adults and the owner, Jay, was really cool about letting me drop in to decide on the move. I wanted to focus on doing a tournament and my wife wants to get her conditioning and technique (nothing crazy). This gym is great for all! FYI, I hurt my knee and Jay was cool enough to let me use part of the mat (during class) to keep my conditioning and do light exercises on my own! Stop by and try it out, the place is legit!

I have been coming to this school over half a year now and I enjoy every class I attend. All of the…read moreprofessors are friendly, knowledgeable and overall great people. Also, all of the other students are very friendly and I never feel intimidated. It's a very welcoming environment and I see myself coming here for years to come.

The krav maga and kickboxing classes I took were both excellent…read more I got critiqued mainly for 'not being aggressive enough' toward my punching bag, and they helped me learn what to do if someone aggressive were attacking me. The owner, some Lynn? who I have never met that I know of, refunded the 2.5 month all inclusive membership I had paid but didn't tell me. I found out today after driving an hour in rush hour traffic (with asthma - I was quite tired), when they told me the owner 'felt I was a danger'. They would not tell me why. So, if I can't go to class, this is kind of a 1 star place. I'm 5'6", 140lb, 54 years old, with asthmas, and the only martial art I know is tai chi which is 100% defensive. Why the owner thinks I am a danger I have no clue. The current teacher said that the owner also cited me for not following instructions... which is also mysterious since I did everything asked of me including following in with their rather low energy warm-up routines. So I'm afraid I can't recommend this establishment, even though Ryan and Brian are very excellent Krav Maga teachers.

Oregon Self Defense and Fitness rocks! Mark is an excellent trainer and if you're looking for…read moreresults, he's the person you need to be working with. No excuses, get to sweating the pounds off.. it's the only way it's going to work. On a self defense level, the training and confidence you'll learn through these techniques can save your life. Mark can help anyone at any level, from kids classes to adult one on one training. The studio is beautiful and equipped with so many kinds of equipment. I highly recommend you drop in to meet Mark, and see the studio. Adrienne H.

My company sponsored a private group lesson for the ladies at our office. It was a great session,…read morewe all learned a lot of great, real usable techniques and info and got lots of practice. Peter is great and so was his assistant Megan. Highly recommended!!

We just love going to Coach Peter's Self Defence class.My teenagers went for a trial class and they…read morecame home excited and asking to do more. We learn a lot while having lots of laughs. Peter is thorough and teaches all aspects of self defense, not just the physical moves. He presents realistic situations, and teaches the kids to read a situation, avoid getting into situations, use verbal defence whenever possible, defend ourselves while doing as little damage as possible, yet knowing and learning the techniques to really cause damage when the need arises. We hope to gain confidence with much more practices on the physical skills, but we also recognize that we need to be responsible for the choices and actions we end up taking in all situations. My family comes home from Peter's classes with lots of awesome dinner discussions. I highly recommend Peter's class. Everyone needs to learn to defend themselves, understand the psychology of "bullies" and then be responsibly for their own choices and actions.

My kids have been coming here for 3 years now . They have an excellent kids class on…read moreTuesday/Thursday and Saturday all the instructors there are amazing and the kids love going . The kids all work great together and have a fun structured class , not only learning jujitsu but also respect and the word of the month which they talk about and put into practice . My daughter also does the women's class on Monday nights and absolutely loves it .

Character building | Excellent for kids…read more We've been coming here for about 2 months now and recommend this place. Our 5 yr old daughter officially enrolled in their 5-12yr old class, once a week, and loves it! Backstory: We checked out this place a few weeks before our daughter turned 5. She is always very nervous and hesitant to try anything new, especially when it's something she does on her own without us in the picture. So, this was a big step for us. Within the first month of showing up, she went from watching off of the mat to sitting on the mat and eventually interacting with other kids with the help of one of the teacher's daughters. It was a long transition for our daughter, but everyone in the class are so welcoming and friendly. The teachers, including the owner, are so understanding. They never pressured her/us to join. They made the transition easier and more fun to the point where we signed up for 1 class a week and bought her a gi about 2 months later. In her words, "I like this place. I like jiu-jitsu." She is the youngest and smallest kid in this class. I'm excited to see how far she goes here! I like how Joe runs the class. They warm up, talk about the word of the month (i.e. respect), learn a new move, practice this new move with others, and practice the guard. For this specific class, they offer it 3 days a week: Tuesdays/Thursdays at 5pm and Saturdays at 9am. Parking is on the street or in the private lot. There is a sitting area for parents to watch.

I have been going to this studio for 4+ years and love the workout. My favorite part is the whole…read morebody cardio workout. Candice and Brittany are amazing instructors with good feedback and instructions on application of techniques. For me the best part of the class is the motivation I get from the others in the class to be there and work harder than I normally would on my own. Highly recommend if you like high impact cardio or even lower pace as you can go at your own speed to bring the class to your level.

Kickboxing with Fierce Fitness are the best workout classes I've ever taken. Great way to get the…read moreheart rate up and tone the whole body. Sasha and Wendy are amazing instructors. Classes are always fun and empowering, and the instructors are always making sure you've got the right form throughout the class. Highly recommend.

This dojo is a gem in Tigard/Portland. They offer a few different martial arts and I go here solely…read morefor Judo. Im so glad I found Pac Rim. The instructors really do care about teaching clean and safe Judo. As somebody who's practiced and competed in Judo very intensely as a youth (I am a second degree black belt) and stepped away for a while, I'm especially grateful to learn/re-learn good foundation. I have a lot of fun too in class. The facilities are amazing. You can definitely feel the springs on the mat too. It's been about four-five months here and Im already recommending friends here. What also makes this dojo great is the connections to excellent Japanese Judo players (amongst other martial arts) that come stay at the dojo and teach.

The amount of investment and care this Dojo gives to its students is incredible, from the…read moreopportunity to go on annual Japan study tours to bringing in Olympic Judo athletes from around the world several times each year, I am amazed by the leadership this organization has. Mike (Head Sensei) is so passionate about the sport and takes meticulous care in preserving the honor and tradition in the sport of Judo. He is extremely knowledgeable and is so approachable when teaching. In addition to just completing a world class facility, the culture of students here is exactly what our family was looking for. If you're looking for an awesome environment to learn martial arts and want to be surrounded by warm, passionate students and instructors. Drop your off your kids (or yourself) and worry about nothing.

We are having a wonderful experience at Portland Academy of Self Defense. Coach David has the right…read moretemperament to reach our son, who did not thrive in the class structure of other martial arts studios. He is eager to go to class each week and gives 100% because he feels positively motivated. From what I can see, he has made enormous progress after just a few sessions, and it has overflowed into his behavior at home. Coach David also takes time to give bits of real-world guidance that my son and I are able to discuss on the way home. It also looks really fun! Sometimes I want to jump in! I recommend Portland Academy of Self Defense to people of all ages who are interested in self-defense or just great exercise in a positive, accepting environment.

From the owner: Portland Academy of Self Defense offers professional Hapkido martial arts, self-defense, fitness,…read moreand life skills training for kids, teens, and adults in Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, and SW Portland. Our kids martial arts classes build confidence, focus, discipline, and respect while keeping training fun and engaging. Teens and adults benefit from practical self-defense skills, stress relief, and full-body workouts that boost strength, flexibility, and endurance. Programs include children’s self-defense, teen leadership training, adult martial arts, family programs, and black belt training. Whether your goal is to get fit, gain confidence, or earn your black belt, our certified instructors will guide you every step of the way. Located on SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy — proudly serving Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, and SW Portland.

Our daughter attended summer camp last year, and she fell in love with Naga. She's been training…read moresince the fall, and often tells my husband and I that it feels like her second family. She has become more confident and assertive, has taken on leadership roles with younger students, and has learned so much about physical and mental strength and well-being. Our son joined Little Monkeys about a month or so after his sister started training, and he leaps out of bed every Saturday to get to the studio. He loves Silvia and Jeff, and as an educator myself, I'm impressed at how they handle a roomful of high energy kiddos! Naga has helped him channel his emotions productively and connect with a warm and loving community. We can't wait to see what the next year brings! Thank you!

This is one of the most wonderful places to train a martial art. The style is great, with whip like…read moremovements combined with a flowing movement that takes you from one stoke to the next. The owners are fantastic! They are amazing martial artists, who challenge and support you in finding your strengths and endurance. I highly recommend Naga Community!!!

My son has been working with Master Jong since he was 4 years old and absolutely loves it. He has…read morea difficult time with focusing and controlling his energy and this program really helps him. He looks up to Master Jong and in turn, Master Jong really looks out for him. I really appreciate the values they teach as a core part of the program, and the fun that they infuse into the workouts. My daughter started about six months ago. She is super shy and usually frightened by new things...you would never know by watching her in class. She brags about how she can learn new skills and is very vocal and self confident in class. Master Danny Jang and Ms. Alicia Jang are involved in our community and our school. It has been a wonderful experience and we will be going to them for years to come.

We love the structure and discipline of the USWCT and our son loves the fun. The two instructors…read moreare an amazing duo and having tried soccer, basketball, and baseball, it's nice to have something our picky kid looks forward to.