It's like if a dive bar was a gym, and since I don't drink, that works out for me!…read more seriously though, it has everything you need and none of what you don't. I was deadlifting today while a guy was doing HIIT on the treadmill - that's about all you need. Lifting & cardio. In at about 6 am, there were maybe 5 other folks in there - no crowding, no peacocking. Just quiet and chill. No fancy. Take your shower at home. Bring gloves and a towel.

Loprinzi's has everything you need for a good workout, including a pool and an upstairs where there…read moreare a few classes in the big open space.

As a student, I am thrilled to recommend this school and its staff. I have trained at several…read moreschools over the years and this one stands out for several reasons: 1. It is very welcoming and supportive; the community is strong and friendly. Some schools are very businesslike, or don't encourage students to be friends outside of class; this one is the opposite! 2. The style is very eclectic. You will learn to punch and kick, but you'll also learn to use weapons and to move in several different distinct ways. This style of martial arts has a lot to learn and challenges my mind and body every class. 3. Speaking of challenge, this class is a full body workout. I never step off the mat without getting really sweaty. The teachers make time to encourage you to drink water frequently during class. 4. This school and community are extremely inclusive. There are at least any many women and trans students as men; frequently men are in a drastic minority. There is no "bro"/macho culture here as there is in many other schools. While it is somewhat expensive for the number of classes (2-3/week at least as a beginning adult student) you get access to compared to some other schools, the pricing is not a secret (it is shown on the website and the staff will be happy to talk with you about it), I feel it is worthwhile based on about 10 years of training in other schools (even ones that cost less and had 10 classes a week).

I have trained at One With Heart since 2019 and the community and the excellent teaching keep me…read morecoming back! I love the workout I get and even if I've had a bad day, I always feel better after class. The school was also a great source of stability and community for me during the pandemic, and I will always appreciate the strength I gained from my teachers and classmates during that time. Highly recommend checking out an intro!

It's a wonderful with school with awesome instructors. I always have fun learning and training…read morethere

Good instruction. Great people. Omar knows his Jiu Jitsu and it shows in his upper belts.read more

I joined Traditional Taekwondo in 2019 with my two kids. It was just supposed to be something fun I…read morecould do with the kids, but I absolutely fell in love with it. Even through the pandemic, Master Johnson went above and beyond to keep students engaged, whether that meant classes via Zoom or classes in the park. I have never done a sport in my life, and this past spring (2025) I got my black belt - at age 51! The classes are rigorous and the instructors are extremely skilled. In addition to getting a great workout and learning an incredible traditional martial art, I have discovered a community that is supportive and dedicated. I highly recommend Traditional Taekwondo to students of all ages.

My son has been going here for awhile and loves it. It's great for exercise and his self-esteemread more

The lead teacher should never be left unsupervised around children. He's verbally abusive, he…read morebelittles the children. He traumatized my grandson who is now in therapy. I live every day with guilt because I made the mistake of exposing him to that monster.

I have no experience with other martial arts establishments to make a comparison and am fairly new…read moreto this kind of practice but for many years I was a respected educator in academia and can honestly say Coach Bryan's professionalism as an educator, motivator and mentor is outstanding. Coach Bryan has been extremely respectful, welcoming and focused on individual needs of his students...within reason. His drills are always followed by motivation and application. When running drills he walks the room to ensure every student is able to perform the technique to the best of their experience and fitness level. If needed runs the drill with you personally. He expects you to put in the work and is not afraid to be frank when you are not mindful. This is of great importance as you are paying for his service as are others around you. Why waste your money and other's time? His gym is always spotless and never odorous... I have a bit of OCD so that is a great compliment. He is strict on mat cleanliness. He took me in old, bad vision and poor physical condition and is keeping me motivated, healthy and happy... my doctor loves him for that as does my wife. I always look forward to class and never regret any money spent ... even on a fixed budget totally worth it. Thanks Coach Brayn for being there.

I've been doing martial arts for quite a while. When I was between schools a friend recommended…read moreFlying Tortoise. Been there about a year now and am very happy. The quality of instruction is excellent. Joey and Kate are excellent teachers, and they have taken students from beginners to mastery. We got a friend's child interested in the Capoeira class, and it has been a wonderful experience for him. Can't recommend them highly enough

I went for my first ever martial arts class this week. Joey was an incredible teacher, so kind and…read morepatient, willing to answer any and all questions. I felt very welcomed and comfortable in the space and with the other students. Everyone was required to wear a mask which made me comfortable being at an in person class. I love their emphasis on inclusivity and acceptance. I will definitely be starting my journey here and will be bringing some friends that have also shown an interest in martial arts with me to future classes.

I really didn't know what I was missing until I started coming to Portland Thai Boxing. I have been…read moreon and off studying different martial arts styles for most of my life. I have taken Kempo Karate, Kung-Fu at a couple of different places and Chinese San Shou kickboxing. I started at PTB thinking I knew a thing or two but quickly found out that despite a black-belt in karate and about 8 combined years of training, I have no idea how to fight. Other schools, even the kickboxing school I went to previously, are so nervous about students engaging each other one-on-one that they very rarely allow it. As a consequence you never learn to defend and counter when face-to-face with a real person. At Portland Thai Boxing I have only spent time learning skills that are applicable in a real fight situation. How to punch and kick in combination, how to adjust distance and timing and most valuable of all, how to see, read and react to an opponent. It sounds basic, like the kind of thing you'd expect to learn at any martial arts school, but in my experience it is not. I want to stress, that even though you will do one-on-one work with another student, that this is a very safe and fun environment to do so. Everyone I have worked with has adjusted to take into account that I am a beginner at this. The most experienced fighters go slow, make their strikes obvious so I can see how to block or evade and give advice on how to do it better. Kru Wijers makes sure that everyone stays under control and stresses that we are there to help each other learn, not to prove we are better. If someone is going too hard he will remove them from the class. There are men and women of all ages in my class and classes solely for women as well. This is a beginner's perspective on the Thai boxing classes. There are people at this gym who train for MMA fights and serious, full-contact, knock-out Muay Thai. I have no intention to do that myself and that is perfectly fine here, but having that level of training going on, and working side-by-side with dedicated athletes raises the bar for everybody. I can't recommend this place enough.

i feel sad to leave a poor review of a place i've never been, but therein lies the problem. i want…read moreto learn Muay Thai, and i've been checking out places all around town, looking for what "feels like home" to me. i'm also not experienced in any fighting arts, so it felt important to me to try several places. sadly, it seems classes at Portland Thai Boxing are so full or overflowing they can't manage to get back to me, or they don't care/don't want my business for some other reason. i've tried emailing them twice (one week apart) from different email addresses. i've also tried DM'ing them on Instagram. they seem to have the time to make IG posts and stories but haven't bothered responding to my DM. i would have jumped at the chance to sign up for their unique 6-week fundamentals program. this place was recommended to me by a friend who is a local fighter and very passionate about it, but i guess i'll never know.

Portla dThai Chi has been operating in Portland for the better part of 20+ years. It was my…read moreintroduction into martial arts of any kind and certainly kept me from becoming one of America's fattest children. It was the first time in my life I was able to do splits and really apply my ability to defend myself. Though my philosophy on self-defense / combat has changed considerably through my current practices of Jeet Kune Do, I still have a lot of respect for those who take the time to practice some aspect of self-defense. It's awesome for fitness and provides some level of self-discipline while channeling a whole new level of self-confidence. The process of belt promotions and facilities maintenance is sure to have changed since I first attended years ago. There were all sorts of students ranging from various ages and an even number of boys and girls. Prices were modest back then and are likely to be significantly higher now. Just remember that engaging in any type of martial arts is going to be pricey, it just depends on how what you might consider reasonable. For those who are looking for something different and a nice way to get fit, I encourage those in the area to seek Dave to begin a new journey in martial arts.

Daniel is just straight up lying. The kids' main only coach left for a job in Salem and when I…read moreasked why it was not a look of 'I'm sorry I'm leaving,' it was a look like don't let them catch me talking about it. Not a good look. You are the one of three people that I would not be in a room alone with ever. NO CHATS, no nothing. Please do not write back to me on here as you gross me out as much as the yeast smell. The class schedule is fine unless you have mother that had a stroke right after you trained for a marathon and there is no "pausing" for family emergencies. They straight up don't care and I have watched them cross the line with teen girls. Gross.

I recently attended a beginner's class at Quantum, and it was an absolute BLAST! I really had no…read moreidea what to expect because I've never done anything like this before, let alone how my body would handle it considering I've only been regularly exercising for the last 2 months or so. First off, while this place could easily be a set for Karate Kid, there isn't that sense of machismo or ultra-competitiveness that you'd think you'd encounter here. Their style isn't so much focused on self-defense or sport (but the movements that are taught can obviously be used in such a way) but much more about learning about your body and how it moves through space, and how to leverage your breathing to make those movements easier and more effective. When doing kicks and strikes, even though there's lots of shouting, the attitude of the instructors is not to challenge but to recognize that we're doing something that's meant to be fun, so there's lots of smiling and laughter. The business is a non-profit and the founder and several instructors are LGBTQ, which all contributes to an inclusive and approachable environment. Plan to wear comfortable workout clothes (without zippers so you don't damage the mats) and also plan to kick off your shoes and socks when you arrive. You'll also be expected to step onto/wipe your bare feet on a mat that has a vinegar and water solution on it, just to help keep things clean. The session started off with about 30 minutes of intense (to me) stretching. The movements go pretty quick, and if you're as poorly coordinated and out of shape as I am, the instructors will helpfully point out alternate movements and positions, and will remind you to only go as far as your body will let you. This is followed by a few minutes of quiet meditation. Once you're loosened up and have gotten your heart rate up, the instructors will start walking you through some basic stances, then some kicks (first just through the air, then against someone holding a big pad/shield), then elbow strikes, then you'll start to put it all together, and by the end of the 90 minute session you'll be doing flying side kicks! In our session, one person did sustain a minor (I hope!) injury when not landing quite right after a kick, we all stopped and the instructors were right there to make sure she was alright. The session ends with a quick sit on the mat to talk a bit more about what was learned and how everyone's feeling/cover any extra questions that anyone may have. Bottom line: if you're an adult that wants to learn more about martial arts, and wants an approachable, inclusive, non-intimidating experience that doesn't pressure competitiveness, this is the place to go!

Brad at Quantum Martial Arts works wonders with both youth and adults. The programs at Quantum…read morehave built my 6 year olds confidence in magical ways over the past 1.5 years. Brad has such patience, passion and leadership- the community he has built is bar none.