Instinct Defense Academy
About
Instinct Defense Academy offers comprehensive training in mixed martial arts and karate for all experience levels. The gym is led by Peter Sensei, an instructor with decades of martial arts knowledge who creates a challenging yet supportive environment for skill development. Members appreciate the profound instruction that extends beyond physical techniques to include valuable skills for everyday life, promoting healthier habits and personal growth through martial arts practice.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Peter Sensei as an exceptional instructor with decades of martial arts knowledge who creates challenging yet supportive learning environments. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere that accommodates all experience levels, including families and beginners. The gym is described as offering more than just self-defense training, providing valuable life skills and promoting healthier habits through an uplifting community. Specific praise focuses on the profound instruction, family-friendly environment, and the emphasis on personal growth alongside martial arts development.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Grant Fry
7 years ago
Trained here for a couple years, sadly had to stop because I moved away. Peter is one of the best instructors I've had in my life, in any discipline. The group is welcoming and accommodating of all experience levels, just an all-around great group of people to train with. Highly recommend checking it out.
Gary Ham
a year ago
Peter is a master teacher! He creates a challenging environment where individuals can grow and develop their skills in martial arts and self-defense.
Claudia Porter
7 years ago
My children and I participated in a couple of classes to see if this might be a good fit for us. The instructors made us feel welcome. We really appreciated the serenity and the positive approach along with the profound instruction we received on the first day. This is a great place to learn both martial arts skills and very valuable skills for everyday life.
Matthew Godsey
7 years ago
Very welcoming environment to all who want to train and learn Self Defense. Beyond self defense, a way of life is offered. A family friendly atmosphere is promoted, and Peter Sensei is an excellent instructor with Decades of Martial Arts knowledge and understanding to impart.
Caleb E.
7 years ago
If you're looking for a safe place to play, learn, and grow healthier life habits in an uplifting community, while training to protect yourself and the loved ones around you, then this dojo is a great place to come to! We do our best to build each other up, through the good times and the hard times. We consider play to be an important part to a healthy life, so come play and experience this great place to fall, get back up, and grow together!
Contact
835 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland, OR 97229, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM