Martial Arts Schools near West Linn

“My son and daughter have been attending the West Linn since early 2019. Sensei Ward has been a great role model for our children in teaching them discipline as well as the art of Aikido. Couldn't be happier.“

“My 7yr old has been doing karate here for about a month and already seeing huge improvements with his ability to sit still during class time at school and handling transitions and new chore routine. He gets a great workout, is learning patience & discipline and building his confidence and core strength! He can’t wait to earn his stripes on his belt. Highly recommend this studio“

“I’ve been going there to workout for 2 years. I’m currently a purple belt. The instructors are all really friendly helping out with Taekwondo for all ages, they have classes for little kids to middle aged people and beyond. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I was looking for something new to motivate me to move more and have fun doing it. I found it at GIRLS Gym. No matter your age or ability level you feel right at home. There is such a positive vibe there and I have so much fun!“

“In an area where there is a rich and widespread martial arts culture such as Portland, many clubs will have different vibes and ways that they are run. When finding a fit can be difficult, I believe Enso is unique in how it has something for everyone and what it offers for training.

I was fortunate to find Enso when I did: They were extremely welcoming, the atmosphere is fantastic and positive with instruction that often feels more personal and thoughtfully considered rather than rote and routine. There is room for people at all skill levels, especially notable is the number of high level practitioners who continue to train alongside the beginners, personally coach and support those still finding their way.

The culture here is second to none, it quickly became more than just a place to train, but a place I am extremely thankful to be able to call home.“

“It's great to take an adult class!! Not only Taekwondo but also my basic physical strength continues to improve. Thank you, instructors???“

“My son went to him when he was five years old and he is now 23. Master Kim was amazing with our son and he even did a black belt by the time he was 16 years old. We had split custody and master. Kim was very flexible of doing every other week. My son I know because of master Kim is grown to be a very strong adult, and very well balanced.I now have grandkids and I’ve looked him up to send my grandkids to him now. He is somebody I have trusted his team with with my children and now I’m gonna trust him with my grandchildren. They are amazing. I looked through the photos and they’re the same teachers that it was 20 years ago, I’m so happy to find him again and the teachers .“

“We took our daughter here for a trial class today, and it was fantastic! Master Lee was great with the kids. He kept them engaged with fun activities while also implementing proper form and values. He made us all feel welcome, and we decided this was the right place for our daughter.“

“My kidshave been here for a few months now and they love it. The master is awesome with the kids and parents and with the class all together“

“My kids have done a few sports. But they have never been as excited and passionate about something like they are for Taekwando. My son who is super shy and introverted, cannot wait for taekwondo! We have seen his confidence grow and has become a great leader. They really care for your kids and make learning fun“

“My kids love Ki Aikido training with the senseis in Hillsboro Dojo. They are all volunteers but very dedicated to the students. It could be a little boring at first for the kids, but once they are into it, they love it. I also like the fact that they teach them about focusing, relaxing, cordinating mind and body and how to deal with difficulties in school and in life.You are treated like family here.“

“As a parent and spectator at Ascent Martial Arts for two years, I had the pleasure of watching my daughter grow and thrive in such a supportive, family-focused environment. The sense of community is undeniable, and everyone genuinely enjoys their time there. It was so inspiring that I decided to join the class myself—and I couldn’t be happier with the decision! The experience has not only been a lot of fun but also a fantastic way to stay active. Whether you're watching or participating, Ascent Martial Arts makes you feel like part of the family. Highly recommend!“

“It's been great so far to find someone who pays attention to the students and shows them useful techniques that are also fun to learn.“

“Our family has had a great experience with Mata Leao. Omar’s experience and qualifications are so high that you know you’re learning from the best. He is also incredibly kind and patient with kids, and puts the emphasis on having fun.“

“Our kids love coming here and they are learning so much! I love the way the teaching is approached: gentle, kind and firm instructional. All of the teachers do a great job of balancing instruction with fun. I also love that the kids don’t need to remember every little thing on test day or be perfect. They earn their belt in class and then the test is their time to shine. I would recommend it for every child. I wish we could magically have better parking, but that can’t be helped :)“

“Master Carlos and the rest of the team are great. Our son loves going to Taekwondo twice a week. We also did a couple of private lessons on Sunday, which were absolutely incredible. The teacher went over everything with our son, from warm-up, counting in Korean, to kicking, punching and board breaking. Friendly and great group of people!“

“I can't even put in words how amazing this program is. All of the staff have huge hearts for the kids (and adults) that attend their classes and teaching them goes far beyond just martial art moves. They teach real life values and often give their own experiences to help the kids understand what it means to be a well rounded individual with integrity, honesty, discipline, and much more. My child with adhd and high functioning autism has grown a lot in their program and has made great connections with the people around him (teachers and students). I highly recommend.“