The best decision we have ever made! I had one child interested in doing some form of martial arts…read more I called around many studios and HDMA was the first (and only) to call back. We stopped by to do a free trial class and my son was hooked! Now, a year and a half later, we have 4 children and my husband all doing Taekwondo. Best family studio as Master Graff truly knows the meaning of family. I'm so happy about being here. Just sad we didn't do this sooner.

I used to go there for lessons a couple years ago. The instructor is SO NICE he teaches very well…read moreand I have learned a lot from him

We can't say enough good things about Master Jung, Ayla, and the entire Deschutes Jung Taekwondo…read morecommunity. Our family has been part of the studio for almost two years, and both our 7-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son attend. Master Jung is such an incredible role model for the kids. He has the perfect balance of being tough enough to teach discipline, respect, and perseverance, while also having such a big heart. He gives plenty of encouragement and positive feedback, but he also isn't afraid to tell the kids when they need to step it up -- and they respect him so much for it. Our son has also had the opportunity to be part of the Demo Team, and we've seen tremendous growth in his confidence, skills, body awareness, and discipline through that experience. One of the things we love most is that, while the kids are learning so much, they're also genuinely having fun. They look forward to going, enjoy being with their friends and instructors, and feel like they're part of something special. There is something kids get from this studio that is hard to replicate at school or even at home. They're learning Taekwondo and how to use and understand their bodies, but they're also learning respect, confidence, perseverance, and discipline -- lessons that will carry with them far beyond the studio. We highly recommend Deschutes Jung Taekwondo to any family. If you're even a little curious, take advantage of their two-week free trial and experience the studio for yourself. The community they've built is truly special, and we feel so lucky to be part of it!

We've been to several Martial arts studios in town and we love Master Jung's studio the best. The…read morestudio is clean and he's an awesome teacher. It's great for both kids and adults. He is amazing with the kids and he sets an awesome environment for the kids to excel. He is great with all ages from little kids to adults.

I had the pleasure of training with Mac and Angela Danzig when they taught in Los Angeles. Whether…read moreyou are a beginner, a hobbyist, or someone who is interested in professional fighting, Danzig MMA will be the place for you. Mac is one of the best combat sport instructors I have ever met, and he is also a true martial artist. Under Mac you can learn high-level wrestling, submission grappling, and striking. However, the aspect of his teaching I found most valuable was his ability to stitch it all together in MMA. Mac is also the type of teacher who does not create cookie cutter molds of his own game or style. He has the ability and expertise to help you grow as your own martial artist and develop your own unique abilities. He is able to create a fun, challenging, and intellectual environment for learning. I highly recommend training at this gym!

I dropped in for a class from out of town. Very welcoming, solid curriculum, and high level…read moretraining. I highly recommend Danzig MMA for all levels of martial arts training. Thank you Ian and the Danzig team.

I came for a BJJ open mat while I was in Bend for a few days. Very friendly and welcoming, with…read moregood jiujiteiros and fun rolls. I hope to return soon.

I dropped-in for a Friday no-gi class while visiting Bend. Quinn led the class and after a…read moretraditional warm up, he taught us some modern and useful entries for attacking the legs and some relevant escapes. He explained each technique and the concept behind the movements very well. Clean gym, super welcoming environment, and a great workout. Students were friendly and fun to roll with at the end of class. I got a great first impression from this gym and I hope to visit again soon!

Dropped in while traveling through Bend and had a fantastic experience. Professor Dennis Asche was…read moreincredibly welcoming and took the time to provide individualized instruction that immediately helped improve my technique. The team was friendly, the training was technical, and the atmosphere was outstanding. I highly recommend Connection Rio to anyone visiting or living in the Bend area.

I was very lucky to train here for a week while I was in town for a conference…read more Although I haven't been training jiu jitsu for very long (about 18 months), I have been to about 15 different gyms and schools. I'm also a teacher, and between my training time and my profession, feel qualified to say that Professor Asche's teaching is of excellent quality. First, he explains things in a way that makes them easy to understand. I noticed that everyone in his classes have a strong BJJ vocabulary, which means they've been understanding the theory *and* the techniques. Second, the class atmosphere is extremely respectful and kind. While BJJ is a combat sport, it can be taught in a way that is fun and provides a safe learning environment. Professor Asche's classes achieve this balance wonderfully. Third, the classes are well-structured. There's a skill-specific warm-up that has nothing superfluous (like random ab exercises). Each movement is an actual grappling movement and gets you ready for class. After, there's instruction, drilling, instruction, drilling, and then positional sparring where you get to practice the moves of the day in a controlled manner. After positional sparring, there's open sparring. It follows the teaching principle of 'gradual release of responsibility' or 'I do, we do, you do' which appeals to me as an educator. Fourth, the facilities are great. There are changing rooms, loaner gis, and Professor Asche has very good sanitary practices, which are important in grappling sports to prevent the spread of skin infections. It's probably the cleanest gym I've visited between the mat wipedowns after every session and the feet sanitizing tub. Finally, Professor Asche himself is very kind. I felt very welcomed, and hope to come back soon. I can't say enough nice things about the people or the training. If you live in the area, train here. TL;DR - great training with a great professor in a great facility. Train here, now.

Traditional Shotokan Karate. I like the people. I went in to see if Karate could help me recover…read morefrom an injury, and stayed because it has done that and a lot more. The place is clean, the training is challenging and the atmosphere is healthy. There's a class available through COCC, and open classes Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Check out their website and talk to Allan. I really like this place.

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Incident# p15-075779 city of Rivirside Ca Police report . 5/20/2015, I was at the home depo on…read moreMadison av. A close call incident in the parking lot where as I almost backed into a car. Then a very angry man became very enraged, I apologize and at that time I was cold cocked on my jaw rite below the rite ear as I was exciting my vehicles. He then came at me with a second punch that I successfully blocked with both hands and arms as I quickly excited my vehicle and got to my feet to defend myself. I Keep my composure and a cool head, I was able to get myself quickly collected and ready to defend and attack if needed. He did not come in for another attack. I can't be absolutely sure if it was my composure and cool head that caused him to back down. But I will tell you this a person who is confident and trained stands a much better chance of surviving an assault than one who is not. In this incident I truly believe that it was he who was the lucky one that he chose not to attack A second time. The training and mussel memory that I gained from Mark over 8 years ago just kicked into my head and allowed me to begin my defense and counter attack emediately. Listen to Mark and train, train, train. This could have easily been you or your family. BE READY AT ALL TIMES. Steve T., Ps. Thanks for not selling me a bunch of hype Mark, you are a true and honest Sense. I am All in one piece thanks to you.

The courses were fine. I experienced difficulties in cancelling renewal of the contract, which is…read moresix months at a time. Sent a cancellation notice via certified mail, which was not picked up, then hand-delivered it, but the contract was renewed despite doing this in a timely fashion. Paid over $600 additional until able to finally work out cancellations of the renewal.