World Class Martial Arts

(9 reviews)

0.9 mi

As a black belt myself, it is very important for me to have my kids attend a martial arts school I…read morehave faith in, and I am thankful we found Dragon Star Kung Fu. From the very first class and on, we felt comfortable and welcomed. The instructors and the other families at the school are friendly and treat everyone like family. I feel the instructors provide a good balance of structure, technique, life lessons, discipline, and fun in their classes. Our daughters have been at Dragon Star Kung Fu for almost two years now, and they've told me they plan to earn their black belts and beyond!

What a great environment for kids and adults to learn self-defense. My children and I are taking…read moreclasses, and we have learned so much over the years. It is a great school! Highly recommend!

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Universal Jiu Jitsu

(8 reviews)

5.0 mi

Universal offers jiujitsu, self defense and striking classes for kids and adults. The amount of…read moreclasses and different times offered, really helps make it possible to get in and train, even with a busy work/life schedule. On top of the basic fundamentals and advanced technique classes, they have women's only classes and a Masters class tailored to serve older grapplers. The instructors offer a variety of training styles and have different perspectives, allowing for a well rounded approach to jiujitsu. The facility is conveniently located in downtown Camas. It's a very family oriented environment and everyone is very welcoming. Professor Mel Locke has done an amazing job as one of the very early BJJ pioneers in the PNW.

Universal is a awesome gym & I can't recommend it enough. The owners are are great coaches & the…read moreenvironment is very family friendly. If you are wanting to train jiu-jitsu in Clark County, WA you should definitely try Universal Jiu-jitsu.

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East West Martial Arts

2.7

(17 reviews)

0.2 mi

My child has been with the program for almost 2 years. The tactics of this company are very…read morepredatory. If you compare them to other martial arts places in the area, there are many, more professional, knowledgeable, and safe places. The tuition is very high for the quality of what is presented. They cram as many students as they can and blare music to try to distract from the disarray. Additionally, there are constant fees in addition to tuition. Every 3 months all the kids graduate to the next level regardless of skill proficiency. A new belt is awarded every 4 months and there is a mandatory $40 fee ($50 if you're late) for graduation. That adds up to $160 extra just in graduation fees each year. While there are some consistent older people that work there, the younger trainers work hands on the most. They are noticeably less invested. My child was injured in class today and the trainers would not let her rest. The owner and operators at East West do not value the safety of children. I would highly recommend you research martial arts studios around the area before committing to thousands of dollars a year.

I've been looking for a school to take my son to. I have a martial arts background and so I'm very…read moreparticular. I came and watched some classes. I was really unimpressed with the form and footwork of the students and concerned that setting this as the foundation for my son's training would lead to disadvantages later on. The school got our number from an event and they keep calling us. We have asked them to stop calling several times and they keep doing it. Very unprofessional, unethical, and sloppy. Not what people should be looking for in a martial arts school.

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Forge Combat Academy

2.5 mi

I have trained with the instructors Ian, John, and Chris for a lot of years. They are top level…read moreinstructors. The only reason I don't regularly train there is because I no longer live in the area. If I ever moved back to the Vancouver area, Forge would be where I train, without a doubt. These guys are more than just top level instructors. They are like family. It doesn't get any better than that. The highest level instructors who truly care about their students. Highly recommend this dojo.

Forge is an awesome place to learn. Owner Chris is fantastic and Ian and John ( black belt…read moreinstructors) are great, attentive and detailed in there approach to Brazilian jiu jitsu , above all ( new students of all levels) they care about there students and treat everyone like family at Forge. Outstanding team , amazing environment.

Owner Chris de la Rocha

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Inertia Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

0.9 mi

I had been looking for a martial arts school since I moved to Vancouver, WA from CA. I've trained…read morein martial arts prior and knew the type of school I wanted to be a part of. I visited a few jiu jitsu schools both in Portland and Vancouver, but struggled in finding the right school and instructor. I wanted a school where the instructor is knowledgeable, skilled, patient, humble, respectful and effectively communicates techniques. Justin Bendsneyder exemplifies all these characteristics. He is an excellent instructor that truly cares about his students and teaching them proper jiu jitsu skills and techniques. Equally important for me was the overall vibe of the school and the students training there. I wanted to train hard, but didn't want to join a place that had a "bro" mentality with people that have a chip on their shoulder. This isn't the case at Inertia - everyone was nice, friendly, and there to learn with no attitudes. It is a welcoming atmosphere for all; beginners as well as advanced practitioners. I was very happy to find Inertia Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Justin B and highly recommend it to anyone looking to both get in shape & learn jiu jitsu in a positive environment.

I normally don't post reviews yet felt compelled to write this one. Bottom line: Your coach can…read moremake all the difference in your development and passion for the sport and art of BJJ, and I can think of no better coach than Justin Bendsneyder and no better place than Inertia BJJ. When you sign up to join, you sign up for Justin to be your coach, so you learn directly from him. Perhaps what is most telling is that my original plan was to take up a different martial art. However, after observing how Justin taught his students, it became instantly clear to me that I had to seize the opportunity to become a student of Justin's. Truly gifted martial arts instructors can be hard to come by. I realized that this rare and special opportunity was right before me and so I approached Justin [he is very approachable!] and told him that I wanted to learn from him. That happened about a year ago and since then has been one of the best experiences of my life. Justin breaks down techniques and move sets in a way that make it clear and simple to apply, are mechanically sound, and reliable under pressure. The way he communicates that though is what initially caught my attention. Justin has the rare ability to distill down the complex into the simple -- yet in great detail. For me, great communication contains words and instruction yet goes far beyond that to also include patience, respect, the ability to understand things from the student's perspective, always being positive, being a good listener, encouraging questions, demonstrating moves from different angles until you get it, explaining not just the 'what' but the 'why' behind it; the list goes on. Humility, integrity, self-respect, respect for others... Justin leads by example. Always positive, downright friendly, and encouraging to make the learning and mat work fun! The way he carries himself is imprinted throughout Inertia BJJ and as a consequence there is a strong bond of trust, respect and camaraderie among all students. Again, this makes training fun and rewarding because everyone shares the same mindset of wanting to help your fellow training partner. Respect and friendship; you make others better and they in turn make you better. Justin continually strives to improve even though he is an advanced Black Belt with undeniable proficiency in the many facets of BJJ: Gi, No Gi, Self Defense, Sport/Competition. He constantly seeks out new techniques to test out to ensure that the techniques he teaches us are as refined and optimal as possible. In this way, he is constantly driven to make himself better and all of us -- his students -- better; session after session. That is the kind of integrity Justin brings to Inertia BJJ... tirelessly practices what he preaches. Simply the best BJJ coach and the best kind of person that you will find.

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Straight Blast Gym

3.7

4.6 mi

Great gym, great environment and great coaches! The coaching is very solid and based in self…read moredefense and is not "bs" martial arts. I've been training here 2 years and plan to continue for a long time

Tried calling for information and pricing, all communication was done via text messages. Person or…read morepersons? was very pushy, insisting I come in person for a trial, tour and to discuss pricing packages. Felt like I was dealing with a used car salesperson. Even after saying I wasn't interested, they've reached out a couple times offering a trial.

Lone Wolf Jiu Jitsu Academy

8.2 mi

Great jiu jitsu school! I was in town visiting from San Diego and had to get some rolls in while on…read morevacation. The crew here was very welcoming and I felt at home. I would recommend this school to everyone.

Jujitsu and MMA training, new school with a good group of guys that are all willing to help. Don…read morehas been great and very understanding of individual goals. My little girls love the kids class too.

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Artisan Martial Arts

1.7 mi

Sensei Mish is an excellent instructor, and the new facility will make training even better. The…read morelocation has plenty of parking and the interior is large and clean. I highly recommend training at the new location and with Sensei Mish, you won't be disappointed.

HMA is a Kyusho/Kempo School that not only follows a Structured Class environment but also allows…read morestudents to "think outside the box" while trainining within this System. For Self-Defense, this is critical as "one size doesn't fit all" and while some "applications" may work for some, they may not work for others; no situation is ever the same. I believe this introduces students to a concept of "thinking on the fly" while using the basic principles that HMA teaches throughout the Program. Great School for Men, Women, and Kids of all ages! Very "Hands-On"!

This is our humble dojo, just after the new new mats were installed.

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Juggernaut Mixed Martial Arts

(4 reviews)

41.3 mi

Best gym ever! You will get a great workout, learn new skills and meet some truly amazing people.read more

I am not from here, but was in the area visiting a friend. Though I'm not a regular, all the…read moreinstructors and students have been welcoming since I walked in the door. On top of the great atmosphere, the instructors and lessons have all been top-notch; every class I went to, I was able to learn and utilize something new. Simply put, this place is the epitome of the best side of the martial arts community.

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Cascade Athletic Club- Vancouver

3.4

(87 reviews)

0.3 mi

I'm not really rating Cascade AC on the whole in this review but rather their policy or lack…read morethereof. I enjoy swimming and Cascade has the best pool in the area so participation here is a matter of limited selection. My problem is the lack of policy/signs/refereeing something that keeps inconsiderate lane swimmers in line. Cascade has no posted policy or signs that direct how people should behave when there are others waiting for a lane. Since there are numerous older adults that seem to have developed blindness because they don't 'see' people waiting nor do they ask anyone. Instead, they see someone getting out of the pool and head directly to the lane that just opened up simply not caring that others are waiting. Most people seem to want to avoid conflict so nothing gets said empowering those who are already feel privileged enough to just jump in. Then there's me. I will say something and I might not be nice about it because your rudeness put you in my path. So, lane cutters if you can't turn to those waiting and ask then expect to get called out or for me to jump in 'your' lane. I simply won't stand for your rude behavior or whatever excuse you have for being like you are. As for Cascade - this on you. You have no policy, no guidance and no monitoring leaving us adults to police themselves. Fortunately, most do an exceptional job of policing themselves and have decency and courtesy. However, there are some that don't possess decency and probably have limited self-control when confronted about their behavior that could lead to an altercation between parties. If this were to happen to me you can bet that I would seeing you in court... And, while you are pondering this matter please scrub the pool! It's filthy. The walls and floor of the pool are coated in brown slime that cause slip when trying to push off. P.S. this also applies to those that are in a lane and invite someone that just shows up to join them instead of the next person in line as it should be. Friends don't get a free pass to the head of the line.

I'm really surprised by a couple of reviews that say the pool or facility is dirty. The place has…read morealways looked quite clean during the last year I've been going there. The pool and facility are wonderful and well-maintained. It's a great gym, I highly recommend.

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Marshall Community Center

3.8

(18 reviews)

7.9 mi

Outstanding facility for fitness at all levels, including classes, swimming pool, table tennis,…read morepickle ball, weight room with elliptical and star climbing stations. It's clean, the staff is friendly, and the front desk is well-staffed with knowledgeable people. In some cases, one's health insurance covers the reasonable monthly fee. It's a wonderful part of Vancouver. Highly recommend!

Our family has hosted a few gatherings here. We rented a room that held just under 100 people. The…read morespace was clean, the kitchen was well-equipped, and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We usually rent the Oak room. There's about 10-12 round tables that seat about 8 people each. They have carts available to unload your items (food, decorations, etc.) from your car and bring them to the room. The staff empties all trash and recycling. You are required to clean up your space, including sweeping the floor and wiping off all tables. Our only recurring issue is the technical equipment in the room. Each time we've held a gathering, the equipment hasn't worked properly. The microphone needs upgrading as well. It kept cutting out when people were talking into it. We were bummed we couldn't get the projector to work either. It would have been nice to have pictures of our loved ones on the screen with background music. Overall, it is a nice venue for large groups. We would recommend it to host gatherings.

Front entrance to Marshall Community Center

Zumba Gold Coming to Marshall Community Center

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Fitness Center

Fairway Village Golf Course

3.9

(22 reviews)

0.7 mi

Booked a tee time at 1:45pm and was told they weren't doing power carts bc it was too late in the…read moreday the guy behind the Patrick was horrible said he had to leave early and that's why the last tee time was 2:03 and he was ready to go home so I drove an hr and waste my time and gas on a course that I couldn't play he also had no clue why they don't inform people they are running carts after 12:30 in the afternoon just shameful

everytime I have played here I have had a wonderful experience. the difference in the holes makes…read morethe round interesting and fun with the challenge of the tight fairways and houses on both sides of you. would highly recommend that you play here. In the fall you can get the sunset over the 9th hole if you time it right. super kid friendly and the people that live on this course have always been friendly and inviting.