Amazing environment, role models, and experience for my teenage son. Adults, amateurs, all levels…read moreare treated with respect and inspiring knowledge. HIGHLY RECCOMEND Louie, great instructor with the youth. 11/10 stars review.

The best in the business. If you are looking for a good workout or are looking to become a highly…read moretrained martial arts machine this the place! Coach Belton is the best in the business. They have kids programs, teens and adults. The gym is large and very well stocked. Stop by for a class and check it out! Everybody is very welcoming.

Arriving in Bellevue WA, I tried to find a Dojo where I can enjoy my passion Karate Shotokan, with…read morea small search in google and localization I find myself in the Dojo WSA. One of my proudest moments in life was when I joined the Washington Shotokan Association Dojo. The dojo is a delightful spotless and clean, dedicated facility with a floating wood floor and large changing rooms with showers. It's a great place to learn traditional Japanese karate and grow as a person with smart, gracious, and learned educators. they are profoundly dedicated to their students. You can enjoy adult and youth programs. Whether you are looking for a good workout that will teach you self-defense or want an activity for the kids that will teach them discipline and respect while keeping them physically active, WSA dojo is the perfect choice. I had the opportunity to attend different classes with different instructors. At anytime I was very happy to learn to practice differently, something is important to have the passion, and need to learn with love, feeling and respect, you'll never regret. I'm thankful to every one of the educators, senseis, sempais, and understudies I had the delight of meeting in every one of the classes I joined in. All those memories stay alive forever. I continue training nonstop, keeping in my mind and in practice the principles of the repeated Dojo Kun: * Seek perfection of character * Be Faithful * Endeavor * Respect others * Refrain from violent behavior Oss! I hope return to train with you, with my family WSA, soon. With warmest regards, Miloud B.

Sensei Dulce is a tremendous man and teacher. I was one of the original black belts when the dojo…read morewas opened and am honored to have been one of his students. Some of the best times of my youth were with the people, training, and friendships at the dojo. I am so blessed to have shared time with Sensei and my fellow students. Thank you to Andre and Washington Shotokan. Excellent organization.

This is an excellent BJJ and Muay Thai gym with kind and attentive instructors for kids and adults…read morealike.

Great gym!! I was visiting the area over New Years from San Diego and thought I'd take a class. I…read moreemailed ahead of time and they got back to me by the next day. Professor Jessica Santos was teaching the adult fundamentals class and was incredibly welcoming and helpful. I had to rent a gi because I left mine at home. She showed me around the gym and a purple belt introduced himself and welcomed me to the gym. The class was 2 hrs which was about all my body could handle- I started training in SD in September but hadn't been consistent the past month and was out of shape! The warm up was gentle and good for all abilities. All the students were very nice and definitely a wide range of experience which was great. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Mercer/Bellevue/Factoria area!! Thank you T3MA for the warm welcome and great rolls.

I love World TaeKwonDo and Master Yi. He is very knowledgable, fun and good with kids and adults…read more I trained there for many years and attained my black belt with him. My son also trained with him. He and his family are wonderful. I wouldn't train anywhere else.

I am so disappointed with the current state of this place. This is no where close to a school or an…read moreacademy or anything to do with teaching. This has now become a pure business, a badly run business. I will not recommend this place to anyone anymore. If you are looking for martial arts, look for something else where it is not all about money and scolding and shouting at children or passing embarrassing comments at parents. I was with this place for over six years but it recently got to a point which was unacceptable. The teacher Yi tries to get 3 to 6 months advance from you and even if something as terrible as Covid happens, they will not refund for a single week. For years they will not give you new uniforms telling you that the shipment is stuck for over 2 years while the pants are upto your child's knees. It's a joke! Go to a place where you and your child will be respected and the teacher is not just looking for money!

Great coaches, very modern approach to jiu jitsu in regard to what's being taught here. Plenty of…read moretime for open mat after class and students aren't egotistical. Great community as well.

Nice welcoming people, knowledgeable instructors, fun to learn something new. Definitely have to…read moreuse your brain and your body!

I've been training here for about three months now and I highly recommend it…read more Everyone here is so helpful and very friendly! Shifu Zhou is an awesome instructor. If you have questions, everyone is eager to help. The location is tucked away in between several car dealerships so it can be easy to miss, but usually there is a sign out by the road advertising the free trial class. I really wish more people knew about it! It's my favorite part of the week. :)

It is with great pleasure I write this recommendation for Shifu Zhou…read more For the past many years, I have been looking for some form of exercise that focused on mind and body wellness. I searched and searched and tried many Yoga and martial arts teachers. Most people I met are either out there to purely make money, or even with the best of intentions, are clueless and not properly trained to be masters. Finally ran into Shifu Zhou about a year ago and I consider it my extremely good luck. In the plethora of martial arts teachers, Shifu Zhou, stands above all like a titan. He is a truly authentic Kungfu and Qi-Gong master who came to Seattle on a mission to teach the mysterious and powerful arts of Shaolin. I go to the academy 5 times a week and learn both Kungfu and Qi-Gong. My health has improved tremendously. My allergies are significantly down. My gut issues are under control. And I have found a life-long sport to play. When I was doing hot yoga, I was having at-least one muscle or joint injury a month. Frankly I was expecting lot more injuries while playing Shaolin. Interestingly enough, and knock on wood, I have had zero major injuries since I started. A lot of credit goes to Shifu Zhou. He knows each of his student's condition intimately. He is very patient and kind and takes extra pre-cautions to make sure that people are safe while practicing. I absolutely recommend Shifu Zhou without reservation to anyone who wants to improve their health and learn a life-long skill of Shaolin Kungfu.

I've been with the Zen Dragon martial arts community for 8 years now. (Even before they were called…read moreZen Dragon.) I recently moved to Mercer Island and have found my transition between the dojo locations very easy and the senseis here were super helpful with getting me up to speed where I needed to be. This community is one of a kind, and everyone lifts each other up. You find your friends and your people here. Love it!

My whole family trains here. The staff are friendly and great with kids, teens, and adults…read more Definitely the best Mercer Island martial arts dojo!

I have been here for about two years and I found myself to be more self-aware. The instructors are…read moreso patient and informative, they help you understand more to life.

The head master or instructor here is quite rude and unpleasant. Take your time and money…read moreelsewhere where you are not yelled at.

I had planned a work trip up to Seattle and I usually try to find a school nearby to counter all…read morethe sodium heavy company meals and drinks that I expect on work trips. Midnight Jiu-Jitsu was nowhere near the offices I needed to visit nor my hotel. Honestly, what intrigued me was the non-profit model that Midnight had and they allow you a free week's trial, again a week is usually very generous by most school standards and usually for absolute newbs; it's sometimes a nice surprise not to pay for a drop-in or mat fee but you shouldn't expect it, it's a business, respect that. The evening of class, I tried to get there early, evening fighting through rush hour traffic. What I didn't count on was how f'ing difficult it was to find parking. I grabbed my gear bag and ran into class about 15 minutes late. I knew from their website that they gave permission to come late or leave early. As background, depending on the school coming late is anywhere from a minor faux pas to an egregious trespass. Despite knowing this, I was expecting to just sit out and just watch or knock out burpees or push ups. Instead, someone came over when there was a break in the class. I got briefed on what to do and was allowed to change in the back and join the class. Tom and Aaron were there but they just said to call them by their names, again depending on the school titles are a big thing. The class was fun, the rolls were challenging and I learned a couple things. Moreover, I stuck around until closing and got to just sit and chat with Aaron and apologize for my lateness which was totally brushed off as not a big deal. If I'm ever visiting again, I'm going to head back up there-it was enjoyable physically, mentally and socially.

This is the place to train in Seattle! Great people with lots of knowledge and a welcoming…read moreenvironment. Perfect place to learn and develop yourself!

Great place for some good island style food but they also make one of the best tomahawk steaks I've…read morehad. Service is always top notch.

It all began in 1994 when I first encountered Master Hufana in his school near Cross Road Mall…read morewhere I went there for purchasing a uniform for a competition in Canada.This initial interaction marked the beginning of a transformative relationship that extended beyond just providing me with martial arts gear. After the tournament in British Columbia, I decided to join TKD classes under Master Hufana's guidance. Over time, I also did some training with him on Traditional Arnis, a Filipino martial art known for its focus on weapon-based fighting techniques. Traditional Arnis emphasizes not only physical combat skills but also mental discipline and strategic thinking. In 2004, my life took a different turn as I was deployed to Afghanistan as part of the US Army. It was during this challenging period that the philosophy of martial arts, instilled by Master Hufana and the training experiences, became invaluable. The principles of martial arts such as tactics, alertness, preparedness, survival skills, fitness, and the code of the Samurai served as guiding lights in navigating the complexities of a war zone.The teachings of honesty, loyalty, respectfulness, and maintaining integrity at all times resonated deeply with me as I faced adversity in Afghanistan. The discipline instilled through martial arts training helped me to stay focused, resilient, and true to my martial arts values even in the most challenging circumstances.Master Hufana's philosophy not only enriched my understanding of martial arts but also equipped me with valuable life lessons that transcended the boundaries of combat sports. The fusion of Eastern martial arts philosophy with Western military service exemplifies the universal applicability and timeless wisdom embedded in martial arts traditions. With respect, MK-Samurai 2024.