Had 3 great training sessions at T3MA Redmond recently. Prof. Miriam and the rest of the colored…read morebelts at the gym were very welcoming and made me feel right at home. They have a strong focus on safety before, after and during classes as well as a solid process for insuring that drop-in visitors have a great experience. I had some hard rolls and some very technical instruction as well. I would definitely recommend T3MA Redmond to anyone visiting the PNW or anyone who lives in the area and is looking at starting BJJ.

My family has had a poor experience during our session and an extremely poor experience dealing…read morewith management. The review of the facility is for the 3-7 year old class: We signed our 3 y/o son up for the 3-7 year old class and did so without a trial session - during our visit of the facility and explanation of the class, we were resolved to have our son start and thought T3MA would be the perfect environment- We paid for the 1st month and GI upfront (+$400 in total fees) The front staff said that the instructor would introduce themselves to our son to soften nerves. Most of the students are closer to 7 than 3, and the class is definitely geared that way as well. Not only did the instructor not introduce themselves (any of them), within a couple minutes of the class starting, there was an immediate frustration that he would take some extra attention relative to the 6 and 7 year olds, and one of the instructors came over and said "If he doesn't start to participate on his own in the next couple minutes, we're going to ask him to sit on the side. We cannot give him special attention over the other students". Large contrast to what was explained. In hindsight we should have done the trial, but the explanation of this class for our 3 y/o son was much more considerate of his age. I'll forever have an image of my son sitting in a line prior to class and saying to me "dad, I'm so nervous", which is frustrating because they did nothing to alleviate that and made it worse as they were agitated that he needed extra attention. We gut check that experience, we then did a trial at a different national chain BJJ facility in Bellevue and had a night and day experience. The instructor spent a couple minutes with my son prior to, introducing himself, making jokes with him and becoming familiar to each other. The class itself was geared for 3-4 year olds and not 5-7 - there was an expectation that 3 and 4 year olds have limited attention spans and it catered to it. Much better for what we were looking for. Now the management piece - I then asked T3MA if they could treat my 1 and only class as a "free trial" - as they do offer and refund the month we paid for and at least a partial refund of the GI we paid for, since it is specific to T3MA and cannot be used anywhere else. I was told in email essentially "we offer a free trial, you should have done that first" - following by no response for 7 days upon protest, including not answer and returning phone calls and several email follow-ups, for again them to say "you had the option of a free class and didn't take it, tough luck". I was surprised by the class experience because it didn't match what was relayed, but I was very surprised by that response and unwillingness to refund any of the $400+ that I was out for my sons single class. Hope this helps families avoid a similar mistake - If you're considering T3MA, definitely do a trial, and more importantly, trial other facilities other than T3MA so you can benchmark the atmosphere and class prior to committing to T3MA.

Stumbling across this class is one of the best things that happened to me this year. The…read moreinstructor, Vadim, is the real deal, with several decades of deep experience. This isn't westernized "McDonalds" qigong, this is the genuine practice, the teachings passed down by Chinese masters of the art. As a beginner, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Vadim made me feel immediately welcome, patiently reviewing foundational practices like Ba Duan Jin. I'm thrilled he emphasizes standing practices (e.g. Zhan zhuang), deceptively powerful exercises often overlooked by lesser teachers. He's great at demonstrating proper form, explaining WHY we're learning particular practices, and patiently correctly mistakes in our form. After my last class (a real workout for body and mind!) we got tea and talked about life. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to learn from such an accomplished and generous teacher. Hope to see you in class one day!

Vadim is an excellent teacher, he demonstrates the movements and provides clear instructions on…read morebreathing, energy flow, and mental focus. I always feel energized and relaxed after class. It's wonderful to be outside and breathing fresh air.

The spirit of this dojo reminds me why I fell in love with Martail Arts…read more While visiting Seattle I went with my brother and his son to their family class night. The Sensei was welcoming, knowledgeable, and present. He honored the tradition while making it engaging for my brothers son. It was wonderful to see them bond and have fun while learning REAL Martail Arts. I have taken and belted in 7 different styles from Jeet Kun Do - Muy Thai etc. I can be a bit tough on dojos as I have a very high standard. This place meet them and surprised me. Small class size, clean open environment, and a handing down of tradition with love and joy. After class I asked my nephew to explain what he learned. While still slightly out of breath he explained in detail with excitement what he learned. If I lived in the area I would come to this dojo. I HIGHLY recommend this place. The spirit of the Martail Art is alive and well here. Bring your kids, get them unplugged from their Playstations and Facebook. Have them build their minds and physical endurance.

I've been practicing in this dojo for about 2 years. Sensei Bill is the head instructor who has…read moredecades of experience in martial arts and he's a very knowledgeable teacher. I've also been learning QiGung and Daitoryu along with Aikido, which helps in cultivating Martial arts skills. The other popular instructors are Sensei Mike and Sensei John, who are excellent teachers as well. The cool thing about them is that they are very keen in learning the right martial arts way and we do a lot of experimentation and we have a lot of fun learning Aikido and Daitoryu together :-)

This place is not what it used to be. I am so disappointed with the current state of the dojang…read more You used to have to work hard for your black belt, but now it feels like they give them out like candy. This school is clearly more about the money than the success of its students. The instructors used to be more skilled and now it looks like they are just trying to get through the class rather than actually wanting to help students. More than half of the class is spent doing jumping jacks and conditioning exercises rather than actually teaching Taekwondo. I don't remember the last time I saw Hwang's focus on the quality of kicks, sparring techniques, blocks, stances, and the individual weaknesses of the kids. They typically rush through these aspects whenever they do go over them --which leaves the students with terrible form and a lack of skills for self-defense. There is barely any space for the parents to sit down as well. They used to have an upstairs area where parents and students could hang out but now they have been trying to lease the upstairs space for the past three years. It just shows that they care more about the money than the students and families that are a part of the dojang. It also feels like most of the instructors don't care anymore. I mean during belt-level tests, students sometimes have an instructor in front of them telling them step-by-step how to do the poomsae when students are supposed to memorize these to receive the belt. It's an absolute joke! This place is nowhere close to a school or an academy or anything to do with teaching. The instructors look like they have lost their passion for Taekwondo and teaching. If you are looking for a place to learn how to properly learn Taekwondo, this is NOT the place for you.

My daughter has been going to Hwang's for three years, during which time she has grown tremendously…read moreand gained a great deal of confidence. At age 5, she started at a different martial arts school in the area, to help her gain some skills to overcome her shyness. Unfortunately, this other school's teaching style did not accommodate kids like her, who are more hesitant and cautious, which was disappointing, because this was one of the reasons why we wanted her to try martial arts. At the first sign of nervousness, she was told that weakness and tears were "not allowed on the mat," and was made to sit out. At age 5. Which I found appalling. Enrolling instead at Hwang's was one of the best decisions we have made. The instructors have been patient and encouraging, never shaming her when she has struggled. Instead, with just the right amount of good-natured encouragement, she has felt supported and welcomed, has overcome so much anxiety and self-doubt, and three years later she is a proud junior black belt, at age 8. The confidence she has gained has carried over into her school and social life, and I can safely say that we largely have Hwang's to thank for this. I feel that the curriculum for kids is age-appropriate and a good balance and progression of physical and mental discipline. General kids' classes do not teach hardcore elite-level technique, and that is fine. Students seeking more intensive martial arts experience are free to sign up for private lessons, or ask about enrolling in the Olympic training class. There will always be fees involved with testing and tournaments, and black belt promotion involves time and financial commitment just as at any reputable taekwondo school. For the positive changes we have seen in our daughter through taekwondo at Hwang's, we strongly feel that the investment is well worth it. Also, black belts are registered with the Kukkiwon in Korea, which is widely known as the world taekwondo headquarters. In other words, Hwang's is legit. Lead instructors and masters have all been welcoming, friendly, and willing to take time to answer any questions or concerns. All the instructors, including the assistants, are excellent role models for the younger students. Master Hwang takes pride in each student who comes through the door. The enrollment has grown a lot recently, and the school is undergoing renovations to accommodate the growth. Parking can be a challenge, but there is extra space available farther up the "street"at PSE. Our family looks forward to many more years to come, and more dan stripes on those belts.

I have been a martial artist for decades, but this is the first time someone has broken down the…read moreprinciples of movement and competently talked anatomy, physiology and psychology. Raven is an extremely gifted martial artist and a great instructor. His approach is truly comprehensive and helps in all areas of life, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner. My own traditional martial arts practice has greatly benefitted from his instruction.

From the owner: Eastside Combatives / Duvall Martial Arts provides training programs in reality based martial arts,…read morepersonal protection and safety and specialized training in: Active Shooter Response, Self Defense, Empty Hand and Weapons Classes.

This dojo has very experienced Sensei's. I've worked mostly with Sensei Gonzalez, Sensei Andy,…read moreSensei Middendorff and Sensei Scot. They have soo much experience and patience with anyone who wants to learn self defense. I have had to use some of these techniques in my work place and I can say for a fact that they know what they are teaching. Also they are all very welcoming and friendly!!! Definitely worth to try it at the least! You won't regret it!!!

Excellent martial arts dojo with true, real and practical applied techniques!…read moreSensei Yamamoto is first and foremost an integral and genuine human being with great morals and principles. He's got decades of practice and teaching experience. I recommend NMWA to any families looking for a team and family experience!

Offers a great variety of martial arts styles and techniques. My wife and I started a year ago and…read morewe continue to learn new and interesting practices every session. Most importantly, my wife enjoys it much more than the gyms and training we've tried in the past, which helps us stick to the regiment. It's quite different from the Tae Kwon Do I've studied in the past, so I'm having fun learning completely new things, exercising with various hand weapons, as well as applying the movement to what I've learned before. The instruction is very personalized, and there's a good rotation of instructors from the region and nationally, each of whom emphasize a different aspect of training. They are very knowledgeable about different customizations to help you with stengths, weaknesses, abilities, and goals. My chronic lower back pain has all but disappeared over the past year, my bicycling form and comfort has improved, and my wife has better circulation for hiking and fewer headaches.

From the owner: 8 Martial Arts Taught as 1…read more We are the only martial arts school that features the "8 taught as 1" training system. This system combines eight traditional martial arts into one complete training system that provides the most comprehensive conditioning of any martial arts style. The 8 taught as 1 system also includes powerful self-defense that can be immediately effective in real situations. Oom Yung Doe training is suitable for adults and children, and people of any condition - you don't need to be in good shape to get started. In fact, it is common for people with pain or injuries from other activities to fully recover over the course of their Oom Yung Doe training. The 8 taught as 1 training system includes: Kong Su (Tae Kwon Do), Kung Fu, Ai Ki Do/Hap Ki Do, Udo (Jiu-Jitsu), Tai Chi, Bagwa, 18 Weapons, Kom Do (Samurai Sword).

This is the sister business of Cottage Lake Family Karate, which has now been closed down. We were…read moreclients of CLFK for 3 years until more and more classes started to move to this location (which was very inconvenient). Apparently it was due to illness of the owner. Our son invested a lot in Master K, but feels totally let down. It felt that as Master K was trying to bring his second location online, his original location was being left to fall to pieces, certainly the quality of instruction was diminishing over time, it was like watching a slow and painful death. Before you go here, look around at other schools which have more than one "key" instructor and have more respect for their students and parents, who invested their time and money. When we decided to leave, they could not even careless. Read reviews for CLFK on the belt testing (money for old rope)

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