“I wanted to do something with my kids that we could all enjoy together. They are both very active and this allows them to productively channel their energy while gaining some useful life skills. Learning a hard skill together is like knowing a shared secret, so it’s a bonding experience. There are also good life lessons in many of the situations that arise in martial arts because of the many challenges involved.””

“I love training here because not only am I getting things done, helping my body and learning along the way, I’m having FUN. Like, Lots of it. I love that I can be in a laid-back environment (Where we can make jokes and have fun), while also being productive and learning lots! I’ve always felt like people don’t know how tough I am because of my friendly exterior, and here, I get to showcase both sides of me! You’re two of the most productive coaches I know (Sifu & Coach Tom), but you’re also two of the funniest guys I know! The PERFECT mix of productivity and fun!””

“I Love this mantis community, where we all help each other, and learn through problems. I love how when I train in this community, nothing is handed to us. We must work for belts, skill, and respect. I struggled finding the perfect Martial arts form. The moment I tried this I knew it was for me. I have learned and grown so much here.””