- Address:1249 SW Cheltenham St, Portland, OR 97239
- Phone:(503) 432-7450
- Website:http://southwestportlandmartialarts.com/
- Rating:5.0
Southwest Portland Martial Arts
Reviews
Rated 5.0/5 based on 16 customer reviews.
Cristina Gonzales
March 10, 2020 23:28
My son has been attending classes at SWPMA for a year now and I couldn't be happier with the patience and attention that they show my son. He's a timid kid(he's 5 years old...almost 6 now) and both Lara and Wally have been wonderful coaxing him onto the floor and getting him to participate. It's been really special to watch him flourish and see his confidence grow through movement and participation. Thank you, Lara and Wally for your kindness and loving teaching manner with our children.
Jessica Johnson
February 17, 2020 21:08
My kids recently started doing martial arts here. What sets this place apart is that Lara and Wally are really attentive and effective teachers who connect well with my two shy kids through intentional, thoughtfully structured lessons. In my experience with kids' activities, this is quite unusual. I can tell they put a lot of effort into maintaining a positive learning environment, and this effort is reflected in the details. I feel lucky that we have this place in the neighborhood.
Sef McCullough
August 26, 2019 14:23
Best neighborhood gym ever. Incredible instructors, nice supportive atmosphere. This is not a punch-in-the-air gym, you will engage with others to learn real world applied skills. They also offer traditional boxing classes, just drop in and join anytime.
Matt Dichirico
May 14, 2018 16:28
Great variety of martial arts classes offered from mo duk pai to jiu-jitsu, systema and boxing. Classes are often never the same and focus on different techniques and drills. Knowledgeable instructors teach both the art and the practical applications. The gym shares the space with crossfit classes if you're interested in a fitness regimen too. The downside is crossfit gets the better class times in my opinion. However, it's worth it if you can make the class times as there is a real positive community of people training at SW PDX Martial Arts. Also it's super family friendly if you have kids that are interested in martial arts too. You get your first week free so if you're curious you can't go wrong just showing up and checking out a few classes to see if you like it.
A Google User
May 14, 2018 16:28
Great variety of martial arts classes offered from mo duk pai to jiu-jitsu, systema and boxing. Classes are often never the same and focus on different techniques and drills. Knowledgeable instructors teach both the art and the practical applications. The gym shares the space with crossfit classes if you're interested in a fitness regimen too. The downside is crossfit gets the better class times in my opinion. However, it's worth it if you can make the class times as there is a real positive community of people training at SW PDX Martial Arts. Also it's super family friendly if you have kids that are interested in martial arts too. You get your first week free so if you're curious you can't go wrong just showing up and checking out a few classes to see if you like it.
Matthew Johnson
October 24, 2017 04:06
At Southwest Portland Martial Arts, I found a home for collaboration and development. With Sifu Wally Jones, I found the kind of guidance and transparent mentorship I had been seeking in a Martial Arts instructor. The teaching style is collaborative, clear and effective. My kids have also trained on and off (as their interests have peaked and waned) in this system and I recommend it as a great family activity. The Mo Duk Pai maritial arts system is a tight but welcoming community.
Matthew Johnson
Sean Clifton
October 24, 2017 04:06
Whatever your reasons for pursuing martial arts, choosing the right school is vital to your success. When I began training at SWPMA I was fairly new to martial arts and skeptical about choosing a school. I'd heard that martial arts schools tended to either be too lax or too militaristic, neither of which was what I was looking for.
I found Sifu Wally and the other students at SWPMA to be patient and accepting, but also encouraging and challenging, in just the right amounts and at just the right times.
April Henry
October 24, 2017 04:06
I have been training here for four years, both in kung fu and in Brazilian jiujitsu. I love it! I feel so strong and even bad ass. The teacher, Wally Jones, does a good job of scaling classes, adapting them to meet your abilities. The other students are friendly. I feel so lucky to have found this school.
Dan Lamberger
October 24, 2017 04:06
Quality instruction, reasonable rates, practical skills, and a fun/challenging environment to train in. What more could you ask for? From kids to adults, there's a program to meet your needs. From martial arts to CrossFit, try an entire week of classes for free and see what you think. This is a great community to be a part of!
Dan Lamberger
July 22, 2017 17:43
Quality instruction, reasonable rates, practical skills, and a fun/challenging environment to train in. What more could you ask for? From kids to adults, there's a program to meet your needs. From martial arts to CrossFit, try an entire week of classes for free and see what you think. This is a great community to be a part of!
A Google User
July 22, 2017 17:43
Quality instruction, reasonable rates, practical skills, and a fun/challenging environment to train in. What more could you ask for? From kids to adults, there's a program to meet your needs. From martial arts to CrossFit, try an entire week of classes for free and see what you think. This is a great community to be a part of!
A Google User
March 17, 2017 16:35
At Southwest Portland Martial Arts, I found a home for collaboration and development. With Sifu Wally Jones, I found the kind of guidance and transparent mentorship I had been seeking in a Martial Arts instructor. The teaching style is collaborative, clear and effective. My kids have also trained on and off (as their interests have peaked and waned) in this system and I recommend it as a great family activity. The Mo Duk Pai maritial arts system is a tight but welcoming community.
Matthew Johnson
Matthew Johnson
March 17, 2017 16:35
At Southwest Portland Martial Arts, I found a home for collaboration and development. With Sifu Wally Jones, I found the kind of guidance and transparent mentorship I had been seeking in a Martial Arts instructor. The teaching style is collaborative, clear and effective. My kids have also trained on and off (as their interests have peaked and waned) in this system and I recommend it as a great family activity. The Mo Duk Pai maritial arts system is a tight but welcoming community.
Matthew Johnson
A Google User
December 17, 2016 15:01
Whatever your reasons for pursuing martial arts, choosing the right school is vital to your success. When I began training at SWPMA I was fairly new to martial arts and skeptical about choosing a school. I'd heard that martial arts schools tended to either be too lax or too militaristic, neither of which was what I was looking for.
I found Sifu Wally and the other students at SWPMA to be patient and accepting, but also encouraging and challenging, in just the right amounts and at just the right times.
Sean Clifton
December 17, 2016 15:01
Whatever your reasons for pursuing martial arts, choosing the right school is vital to your success. When I began training at SWPMA I was fairly new to martial arts and skeptical about choosing a school. I'd heard that martial arts schools tended to either be too lax or too militaristic, neither of which was what I was looking for.
I found Sifu Wally and the other students at SWPMA to be patient and accepting, but also encouraging and challenging, in just the right amounts and at just the right times.
April Henry
December 15, 2016 15:19
I have been training here for four years, both in kung fu and in Brazilian jiujitsu. I love it! I feel so strong and even bad ass. The teacher, Wally Jones, does a good job of scaling classes, adapting them to meet your abilities. The other students are friendly. I feel so lucky to have found this school.