The Seed Of Awakening Martial Arts and Mentorship Studio

My daughters have been training with Coach David since he first opened. He was the first coach to openly welcome my oldest daughter, even though she had no prior martial arts experience. I had taken her to several other gyms before, but Coach David was the only one who truly saw her potential and gave her a chance. Since then, both of my girls have grown so much - not just in skill, but in confidence and discipline. Coach David is patient, encouraging, and treats every student with respect. We're so grateful to be part of his gym family!

I’m really happy with my kids’ experience at the Seed Of Awakening Martial Arts Studio. From day one, I noticed how professional and patient the instructor are, and how much respect he show to the students. The atmosphere is positive and full of energy, and my kids are always excited to go. Not only are they learning great self-defense , but they are also building confidence, discipline, and respect for others. I love that the classes balance fun with structure play tag , which makes the kids learn and enjoy at the same time. Price also reasonable Honestly, I’ve seen such a positive change in their personalities since they started. They are more motivated, active, and confident. I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for something truly beneficial for their children 👌.

David provides great guidance and support for anyone already familiar with Muay Thai, or for those that are complete beginners. I would highly recommend him and his training to anyone that wants to start or continue with training. An inviting atmosphere, great equipment, and welcoming approach.

David is a wonderful coach that finds creative ways to make what is otherwise routine training into a fun game for the kids. The kids get personal customizations and attention that is not common in larger training establishment. Just a note, however, that the class is not currently geared toward competitive training or belt certification.

I have so many wonderful things to say about Coach David and the great environment he has fostered in his gym, Seed of Awakening. His kids’ program centres a child’s growth and development. My son has been attending for several months now (six to seven months now I think), and the change in his self-confidence and his self-discipline has been remarkable. He holds himself a little taller and approaches challenges with more focus and calm. He had an issue with bullying at school, and now he's finding his confidence within himself. I appreciate the sense of care that Coach David has with the kids in his class – he’s calm, patient, but sets age-appropriate rules and expectations (which is very impressive for a mixed age program). He also makes it fun! His teaching style is a great blend of encouragement and firm. He emphasizes respect, technique, and effort. There is a great emphasis on building character, not just physical activity. My son tells me he appreciates the sense of community with the other kids, and that he feels very supported by Coach David. I even took a few adult classes myself and was genuinely impressed. I found the classes and instruction incredibly beneficial for my own stress and fitness. Unfortunately, my work schedule made it impossible to continue, but it solidified my respect for the program and Coach David. I am so grateful for the positive impact for this gym in Hillsboro and for Coach David in our community. I would highly recommend Seed of Awakening for anyone, especially for parents looking for a positive environment for their kids.