Had a fantastic time at DBMA, I got to try out a class and I definitely got the exercise I wanted. Staff know what they are doing, they've been at it for like 20 years and it shows. I was there early enough to see the kids class and it's pretty cool how engaged they were. my class was easy to follow as well, I'm finding time to come back
Heather Ruggles
Sep 2025
I love this place! 5 yrs ago, I chose to bring my son here as this is a local family business. My son started here to learn how to defend himself in school and work off his ADD energy and I joined a 15 months later. The teen class is all about discipline, respect while encouraging each other to be better. I love the adult class! We have fun while learning and growing in our own personal & self-defense skills. Everyone is at different athletic abilities and beginners are welcome. We encourage and support each other through life, injuries, & family growth. I love being part of this family.
Ben “Momentum Legend” Jammin
Aug 2025
Excellent atmosphere and family feel. Instructors are world class and Excellent with children. I drive all the way from Mulwakie to practice here for the last 2yrs and it's well worth the drive. Master Buffington is well versed and well spoken in his teaching style.
Morgan Hahn
Jul 2025
An amazing experience, DBMA family has really been an absolute joy to join. I’m 27 y/o female, so starting new in martial arts was incredibly intimidating.
I do 3 classes a week, 2 visceral self defense classes and the weapons training for Bo Staff.
Amazing amazing amazing! I’m learning quickly from quality teachers and my classmates are an amazing support, everyone shows up and gives it their best, a very healthy and fun environment.
10/10 I definitely recommend.
Morgan Hahn
Jul 2025
Love dragon brand, was welcomed immediately by everyone and have been supported throughout the whole process by teachers and students alike. They really adopted me quickly and made me feel like I have always been there, part of the family part of the team. The training is thorough and well structured, I am regularly learning new things while fine-tuning and reinforcing what I have already learned. I take two days a week for the Visceral self defense and I signed up for the weekly Bo staff training. Excellent all around thank you so much for everything!
James Lewis
Apr 2024
Very family oriented, some of the nicest people I've met. I highly recommend this place. I have gone to many different martial arts and this one is be far the best one.
Andrea Strand
Feb 2024
My daughter had a one on one meet and greet session and loved it so much she retained the commands she was taught and has been asking me to say them randomly to "test" her so she can be ready for her first actual paid session coming up. She instantly answered the call of respecting the space she is learning, the principles to live by and wanting to practice while she waits to learn more. She's 5, that tells me Dragon Brand knows what they're doing. I look forward to a follow up review after several sessions and earning the next belt level.
Kev W
Apr 2023
They took my stepdaughter from young child white belt to young lady Black belt. They taught her alot in her years there. Now we're thinking of starting our grandson with them.
Sheena Kamieniecki
Dec 2022
DBMA is a fantastic martial arts school for kids and adults. Our adult class has been amazing!! Throughout the last 1.5 years, we have grown into a family while learning from the absolute best! I look forward to coming to class to learn new skills in a safe space. I was apprehensive to take on something I thought I was too old for, but have felt supportive and motivated with every step. I highly recommend to anyone with - or without - kiddos!
Midnight
Dec 2022
A few years ago, I stumbled across DBMA's booth and almost on a whim, decided to sign my oldest up. When my youngest turned 4, him and I signed up as well. One of the best choices I've ever made.Instructors are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient (even with bouncy children!). The black belts and those more knowledgeable are always willing to help and give tips and pointers. More than just a school, DBMA is a family and a community. My classes are the highlight of my day, for the workout, the knowledge building, the skill, and being able to spend time with so many people I like and enjoy.Whether you want to sign up to help you stay in shape, for the beauty of forms, building skill, learning to defend yourself, or to find yourself among great people, they're all great reasons to join DBMA and I absolutely reccomend.
Vinny Monzo
Had a fantastic time at DBMA, I got to try out a class and I definitely got the exercise I wanted. Staff know what they are doing, they've been at it for like 20 years and it shows. I was there early enough to see the kids class and it's pretty cool how engaged they were. my class was easy to follow as well, I'm finding time to come back
Heather Ruggles
I love this place! 5 yrs ago, I chose to bring my son here as this is a local family business. My son started here to learn how to defend himself in school and work off his ADD energy and I joined a 15 months later. The teen class is all about discipline, respect while encouraging each other to be better. I love the adult class! We have fun while learning and growing in our own personal & self-defense skills. Everyone is at different athletic abilities and beginners are welcome. We encourage and support each other through life, injuries, & family growth. I love being part of this family.
Ben “Momentum Legend” Jammin
Excellent atmosphere and family feel. Instructors are world class and Excellent with children. I drive all the way from Mulwakie to practice here for the last 2yrs and it's well worth the drive. Master Buffington is well versed and well spoken in his teaching style.
Morgan Hahn
An amazing experience, DBMA family has really been an absolute joy to join. I’m 27 y/o female, so starting new in martial arts was incredibly intimidating. I do 3 classes a week, 2 visceral self defense classes and the weapons training for Bo Staff. Amazing amazing amazing! I’m learning quickly from quality teachers and my classmates are an amazing support, everyone shows up and gives it their best, a very healthy and fun environment. 10/10 I definitely recommend.
Morgan Hahn
Love dragon brand, was welcomed immediately by everyone and have been supported throughout the whole process by teachers and students alike. They really adopted me quickly and made me feel like I have always been there, part of the family part of the team. The training is thorough and well structured, I am regularly learning new things while fine-tuning and reinforcing what I have already learned. I take two days a week for the Visceral self defense and I signed up for the weekly Bo staff training. Excellent all around thank you so much for everything!
James Lewis
Very family oriented, some of the nicest people I've met. I highly recommend this place. I have gone to many different martial arts and this one is be far the best one.
Andrea Strand
My daughter had a one on one meet and greet session and loved it so much she retained the commands she was taught and has been asking me to say them randomly to "test" her so she can be ready for her first actual paid session coming up. She instantly answered the call of respecting the space she is learning, the principles to live by and wanting to practice while she waits to learn more. She's 5, that tells me Dragon Brand knows what they're doing. I look forward to a follow up review after several sessions and earning the next belt level.
Kev W
They took my stepdaughter from young child white belt to young lady Black belt. They taught her alot in her years there. Now we're thinking of starting our grandson with them.
Sheena Kamieniecki
DBMA is a fantastic martial arts school for kids and adults. Our adult class has been amazing!! Throughout the last 1.5 years, we have grown into a family while learning from the absolute best! I look forward to coming to class to learn new skills in a safe space. I was apprehensive to take on something I thought I was too old for, but have felt supportive and motivated with every step. I highly recommend to anyone with - or without - kiddos!
Midnight
A few years ago, I stumbled across DBMA's booth and almost on a whim, decided to sign my oldest up. When my youngest turned 4, him and I signed up as well. One of the best choices I've ever made.Instructors are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient (even with bouncy children!). The black belts and those more knowledgeable are always willing to help and give tips and pointers. More than just a school, DBMA is a family and a community. My classes are the highlight of my day, for the workout, the knowledge building, the skill, and being able to spend time with so many people I like and enjoy.Whether you want to sign up to help you stay in shape, for the beauty of forms, building skill, learning to defend yourself, or to find yourself among great people, they're all great reasons to join DBMA and I absolutely reccomend.