My first Gracie Combatives session today, with Ben, was just awesome. I went in somewhat nervous,…read morenot knowing what to expect, but all that anxiety went away in about 3 seconds once the session with Ben began. For me, this session was both challenging and enjoyable at the same time, which I think is what the optimal experience can be. I learned and practiced several techniques, the process was intellectually stimulating, it was a solid physical exercise, and I learned more than I thought I would. Throughout, Ben showed good care and checked in with me many times ("any questions about this?", "how do you feel?", "is this too much?"), and gradually increased the difficulty as I practiced the techniques. In short, this session was awesome. I'm grateful to Ben for today, and I can't wait to go back again!

Nak2 has been an incredible experience so far. I started the Gracie Combatives course a few months…read moreago, never having done it before, and have left every day smiling. Great place to learn and it is an incredibly welcoming community for someone new. Would highly recommend giving it a shot!

With Sensi Basil Master White Dragon MMA & Karate is nothing short of amazing. I've witnessed…read morepeople both young and old learn valuable life lessons such as respect, discipline, self-confidence, self-defense, conflict resolution all while getting physically fit! Having a World Martial Arts Champion lead your class with high energy, enthusiasm and extensive knowledge makes all the difference in the world.

From the owner: In a Crisis, Will You Know What to Do?…read more Most martial arts schools teach drills. We prepare you for real danger—or war. At White Dragon’s MMA, you’ll train under a Hall of Fame inductee, professional fighter, and executive protection expert — in semi-private sessions designed for maximum impact. We don’t do cookie cutter training. We do functional skill. Appointment-only. Issaquah’s elite self-defense training for those who take protection seriously.

I visited here once or twice in 2015. I loved the feeling of family when I visited here. I didn't…read moreget the vibe of "join us our gym and give us your money," but rather, "you are welcome here anytime to grow in skill." There were some solid guys here to train with, and I was grateful for that having visited many other gyms where there is not much of a variety of people to grow with.

Horrible customer service experience with the staff. I am extremely disappointed with my experience…read moreat T3MA and found the way this situation was handled to be highly unprofessional. I joined specifically because I was told there were ladies-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. As a complete beginner, I was only comfortable training in a women-only environment, and that was the primary reason I chose this gym. I spent nearly $500 on a punch card and required training gear based on that understanding. When I signed up, Luke specifically told me that the punch card would not expire. Months later, I was informed that it actually had a six-month expiration policy. More importantly, the ladies-only classes that were the entire reason I enrolled were eventually removed from the schedule altogether. When I raised concerns, the solution offered was for me to attend regular mixed-gender classes. That completely missed the point. I had been clear from the beginning that I was not comfortable training with men and would not have signed up otherwise. I attempted to find a reasonable resolution and even suggested alternatives, including one-on-one instruction. Instead, my refund request was denied despite the fact that the specific program I signed up for no longer exists. What I found most disappointing was the lack of professionalism and accountability. After spending hundreds of dollars and making multiple efforts to resolve the matter respectfully, I was left with services I cannot use, no meaningful solution, and ultimately no response to my follow-up email. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend T3MA.

Loss of two stars…read more So I went into the facility (as they demanded) back in April to cancel the account. Sure enough, the very polite person on duty turned to the computer, punched a few keys (no pun intended) and then told me I was good to go. What? Why couldn't I do this over the phone? It makes no sense. All I can imagine was the upsell. They tried to upsell me into buying individual sessions. No thanks. Again, great people but poor business practices. Took one star off of my 3 star rating. Here I am now (June) doing a few bills online. What's this I see? 9Round charged me for June? Huh? I see charges every month which stopped in May but then picked back up in June. Odd. Minus another star. I won't be going into the facility to cancel again.

This place is great. It's the perfect workout for me as a working mom. I work at a nearby school…read moreand get out at an odd time. 9 Round packs a lot in to a small space. The space is always clean and well organized. Russel has been the only trainer I've worked with so far and he's great. He is super friendly, but also brings a level of joking that makes you feel like you've been coming there for months rather than days. While he is nice, he's also there to make you work. He pushes and motivates you to work harder. Maybe more importantly, his playlists are always on point. He has been very helpful whenever I ask what a move is or how to do it, I have never felt nervous about asking for help like I have in other places. I've been stuck in a funk where I've missed all the mid-day classes at most gyms and would have to go home, disrupt our evening routine to drive somewhere else, then get back to a delayed bedtime for my kid. 9 Round is the best because there are no class times. I pop in right when they open in the afternoon and get home right when the rest of my family does. I've been bringing all my co-workers here. If you're on the fence, you should definitely just go in for your free first workout.

Best gym in seattle, Coach ivan, Jose and Bano are the best coaches ive ever had. Very welcoming…read moreeveryone is super nice.

Best gym ever ever ever ever. Come here if you want to get better at every martial art that you…read morewant.

Putting our 10‑year‑old daughter in BJJ at Combat Arts Academy has been life‑changing…read more In just six months, we've watched her grow stronger, more confident, and more resilient. She carries herself differently now with calm, courage, and self‑belief. The confidence she's building on the mat shows up everywhere else too. The coaches are phenomenal with kids -firm, encouraging, and deeply respectful. They teach more than self‑defense: they teach discipline, mental toughness, and how to stand tall without aggression. As a parent, knowing my daughter is learning to protect herself while being empowered and supported means everything. If you're looking for BJJ that builds strong skills and strong kids, Combat Arts Academy is truly special. Dawa'

Love this gym! My son has grown so much, become disciplined and loves going to class (he is 5.5…read moreyears old). Can't recommend highly enough.

I went here for three years while I lived in Seattle and went to just about every class at some…read morepoint whenever my work or school schedule changed. Every instructor has been welcoming, highly competent, and teaches you something new. I was able to quit all my other physical activities and stay in pretty great shape just coming here, despite my terrible dietary habits. Even the virtual workouts the team put together during the worst months of the COVID shutdown kept me fit, and probably kept me sane as well. Gym culture is key in a martial arts gym and I can tell you that everyone here is helpful, friendly, and willing to challenge you in a way that is respectful and builds you up without ever being uncomfortable or risky. There can also be some variation depending on who you work with for partner drills, especially when the class is full, but having been both a total rookie and a veteran I can tell you there is always something to work on - technique, speed, power, adjusting for reach etc. The key is coming back, working with someone new, and continuing to improve. Instructors will make extra time for you when you are new. Be aware that this is a gym and there is definitely seasonality - early spring it can get full, early fall there tends to be a lot of new members, many of whom are new to Seattle (I assume recent grads). That said, the instructors do a good job adjusting the class depending on average skill level and space available.

Been training here for sometime now and I can say its definitely worth the money. 10/10 would…read morerecommend for beginners but as well as more advanced people. The trainers really know their crafts will drill their technique profusely, take coach Marios class if you stop by!