Testimonials

September 6th, 2011

“This place is great!…So glad I found this dojo and plan to train here for as long as possible!!”

“I..have learned more that I thought possible.”                 

“A dojo for the thinking martial artist!”

“I feel so fortunate to have found Checkmate!!

“Checkmate is the best martial arts place around!….Thank you Master Leigh!!”

“Incredible! Super skilled instructors, fantastic prices, good vibe! No attitudes, good for kids and adults. Highly recommend checking this place out!! March 06, 2011

“A RARE GEM!!  Real world defensive tactics utilized and proven effective by law enforcement and correctional officers. Check it out for yourself!

 ”This place is great!  Primarily teaching small circle jujitsu and judo, the style taught here is really rounded out by the owner / Master’s diverse Martial Arts background. And all is taught from both self defense and sport perspectives so classes really apply to a wide range of students. You have stand up from all ranges, close quarters jujitsu and striking, grappling and ground self defense, weapons defense and retention, multiple attackers and more. The style feels both hard and soft.  One thing that is found here is the attention paid to situational self defense. Defense in real life scenarios such as while in a vehicle or if you have your children with you when attacked.  The rules change under these circumstances and focus on this is often overlooked in many martial arts schools.
So glad I found this dojo and plan to train here for as long as possible!!” —2011 current student

“I met Master Leigh at the gym before I first joined Checkmate.  I’ve done many other martial arts and Master Leigh is one of the few that maintains his fitness level.  Most of his students are also in very good shape.  Master Leigh is great with people of all ages, from small children to older adults.  He teaches in a clear way, with advice that is directly applicable to real world situations.  He pushes to you limits you did not know you could achieve.  I have greatly enjoyed my time studying under him and have learned more that I thought possible.” —2011 current student

“A dojo for the thinking martial artist! Excellent atmosphere: comfortable, yet respectful. The teachers are some of the best I’ve ever worked with. The self-defense program focuses on what works for each individual. The judo program for kids is one of the best martial arts kids program I’ve seen!” —12/21/2010 current student

“The instructors are amazing. They go above and beyond to make sure attention is given to each and every student personally. The atmosphere is less rigid than other schools and students learn self defense skills while having fun. The school is clean and comfortable, and everyone there has been beyond friendly. I feel so fortunate to have found Checkmate!! Wonderful martial arts school!!!!” –anon online review

“Prices are surprisingly low compared to other places in the area, and they offer high level martial arts training. The place is super legit as is apparent once you realize that many of the students here are very skilled martial artists in their own right and are here to excel to that next level and round out their styles. In addition, the place is not awkward for first timers either, no attitudes, very accommodating. Highly recommended for the experienced martial artist and the newbie too.” –JD 3/30/11

“Checkmate is the best martial arts place around! Everything you want for good prices. Great instructor / student ratio compared to other places, talented instructors with expensive experience, kids get personal attention, excel quickly and you can see the results!  Thank you Master Leigh!!”

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