Ethereal Arts Self Defense

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Jessie Padilla Edited 4 months ago

At this dojo, speaking in behalf of my son( I credit him, he still love this place, he was here for atleast 12 years and cant say negative things about this dojo as he loves it here, to a fault I guess) but sometimes Hardwork and loyalty in this school,does not guarantee you'll reach or help your kids attain their goal. Although my son tried to hide it, I saw his disappointment., when he was not able to reach and get his Black belt. Before he went to college, For all his hard work for 12 years, competing alone for several years, and representing this Martial arts to Karate tournaments and WINNING Gold time after tine after tine. At a young age, he was elevated to the adult class because if the progression and skills, and competed in Sparring against older students. Last 2 to 3years I actually told my wife, that my son wont get his Black belt, I just know it, His sensai wont give it, even if he stays for another couple of years. I Just told my son , Belt is just a color, deep in your heart you know you are a Black belter, it would have been nice to see it, and get rewarded for your hard work, but life is sometimes Unfair. , Bias aside, he was one of the best Or the Best Student that Ethreal Arts Produced, and they owner( Eric Frost)did Him wrong. Base on experience: avoid sending your kids if they are too young. they will be just stagnant. Promotion wise. As the program will drag you as long as they can before promoting your child. He once mentioned to our face when we started that he doesn't believe that kids should be given higher ranks belt especially black belt . so its better to sign up in their adult class when your kids are older. but even then, if your kid for some reason is chosen by some reason, personal or just something else. they he may not give him the belt he deserved even how long he stays in this dojo. my got his brown belt and stayed there for years, and he never attained his Black belt. The recommendation was "private class" , as he knows that time was my son was going to college. and time was running out. I guess $$$$ speaks aswell. But if he really wanted to give my son the promotion he deserve he should have gotten it. I really hope this wont happen to any more students. He can justify or say what he wants but everybody knows, from my sons friends and their parents, how my son worked so hard, how he put everything for this dojo, for competing outside and carrying the name of this dojo and bringing honor, and everything what he has done. And to be left out , is just unacceptable. Hope this changes everything. NOTE: I credit my son and wife when they told me to just let it go...but I just need to let this out and voice my honest opinion/review on this establishment.

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Jamie Michaels 5 months ago

I've been a student of Grandmaster Frost's for years, and I've been extremely pleased with how well he teaches, his breadth of knowledge and the way in which he encourages people to develop not just their physical skills but their character, with a focus on not just fighting but also on thinking through things.

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Kumiko Tanaka a year ago

All of the reviews were right! Fantastic teachers who are incredibly patient and get to know each student individually. I especially like how the more experienced students are encouraged to teach the younger ones, serving a role models. They occasionally host theme nights / babysitting as well.

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Ryan Kreutz Edited a year ago

I have now been coming to this school for five or six years and have enjoyed it immensely. Master Frost has been an excellent mentor and instructor for the entire time. All the staff is kind and knowledgeable and the lessons I have learned will stick with me forever. This school is excellent for children, beginners, to people who have been doing martial arts their entire lives. The exercise that each class gives you is another benefit. My only regret is not singing up sooner. Edit I have been going to this school 11 years! I still would highly recommend

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S M a year ago

I have both of my kids attending classes at Ethereal Arts Self Defense, and they absolutely love it! The instructors are excellent, creating a supportive and engaging environment. Not only are my kids learning valuable self-defense skills, but they’re also developing discipline and respect. Highly recommend!