"I was looking for a martial arts school that offered a balance of health and fitness, practical self defense, and appreciation for traditional philosophy. I found that and much more at this school. More than a place to train, this school is a community. Shifu Ahles and the senior instructors are such skilled, patient, generous and dedicated teachers I am inspired to strive and grow constantly. I found the other students, no matter how long they had been training, were also dedicated, welcoming and supportive. Anyone looking for a martial arts experience that is beyond kicking and punching, would do themselves a service to come visit Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts."
"This is an amazing school that not only teaches genuine BaGua Kung Fu, but also teaches you about mental development and the importance of using your body to train your mind. The skills practiced at this school are not only valuable for self defense, but in all aspects of life. Shifu Ahles and all the instructors instill in their students the importance of not being good students, but good people! They genuinely care about your success and growth and encourage you every step of the way. I have found this school to be amazing and positively inspiring in its dedication to their students. This is an awesome experience I would wish on everyone!"
"My son started there 6 months ago, he just turned 5. He has a great time learning a discipline while having fun. Great teachers, great atmosphere, wonderful school!"
"Very happy with my experience with the Blue Dragon school. My 5 and 7 year olds are thrilled to be able to participate in a class together. They are getting exercise, gaining confidence, learning respect and discipline. They love their teacher - she uses a positive reward system which is not always the norm in martial arts classes. Well worth it!"
"If you are looking to get in shape, have more confidence or learn how to defend yourself, you will find all that at the Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts. All of those things are a byproduct of the body-mind training that is the essence of this school. For me, the real value is learning a set of skills that can be applied to improve all aspects of life; health, work, school, relationships, you name it! Chief Instructor Shifu Ahles has provided an ideal place to learn true martial arts."
"I have been a student for just about one year now and I have seen great improvement physically and mentally. I had been looking for something to help strengthen my back. Chi Kung has helped prevent any back problems for me over this past year. The stretching and strengthening of muscles is so beneficial. I really enjoy that anyone can be successful at Chi Kung, no matter your level of fitness, everyone can benefit. It is also really special because it trains your body and your mind. It teaches you how to control your mind and learn to relax and reduce stress which everyone can use today..."
"This school is the real deal. It's what many other schools should be but aren't. I've been here for almost 5 years now (after practicing Tai Chi for many years, and Karate for several years). I thank my lucky stars I wandered in one day to try a class. This is a school that can (no lie) change your life. How? By being authentic, by being generous, by being truly wise about what it means to learn a martial art. It's taught me how to practice and how to persevere. It’s taught me that there are no easy answers, no quick solutions, but if I train diligently and keep working on the insight I receive, I will be startled at the result. It also addresses what it means to be a martial artist - that becoming a martial artist involves the mind and spirit as well, that training the body with mental focus strengthens the body-mind connection. Most importantly, it's taught me that becoming a martial artist is not ultimately about learning to fight well (which you do anyway). It's about enriching my entire life - my work life, my personal relationships, and my role as a caring member of this world population. Finally, just a side note for anyone who does Tai Chi: I love Tai Chi (and still practice on occasion), but if you want to explore a whole other dimension in terms of Chi flow and development, give this school a shot. The Blue Dragon is a rare gem."
"A few years ago, I found myself looking in the mirror, and not really liking what I saw at all. I found that I was just "drifting" through life-I wasn't really "living" it. Life was passing me by. I had lost my true self. I was not in very good physical shape from being a sports/Sunday couch potato; I was depressed due to the events that happened in my life; I was overwhelmingly stressed from work, and not only was I angry about all this, I blamed everyone else for it. One day I was "Google searching" for ANYTHING that would help me change he way I looked at life, and I came across Blue Dragon School's website. It seemed to offer all the things I was looking for. So, a year and a half ago, without having any understanding of what martial arts really was, I joined the Blue Dragon School to see if I could change. I remember my first class-I felt awkward, clumsy, and quite unsure of myself. Those small things dissapated within the first couple of classes. I soon learned that the School is a place where you can go to change and to transform yourself into a better person. Shifu Ahles and the other instructors have really opened my eyes to the world. Through their teaching, patience, dedication and care for all the students, I found I have changed for the better in more ways then I could ever possibly list here, and it's been noticed by the people in my life. The amazing thing is that I am JUST STARTING. NOW I am really curious to see how far I can GO. Shifu Ahles and the instructors don't "fix" you, but they do give you the tools and encourgement to, and have the patience for you to do so. YOU have to do the work, and nothing great in life is easy. We all only have one life to live in this world, and I found though being a student at the Blue Dragon School that it is so much easier to live it as a calm, self confident, centered, happy, smiling person then an angry, unfocused, blaming, and confused one. MY world is changing because I am changing how I look at it. On top of all this, I am learning self defense as a bonus. I honestly have to say that I can't remember the last time I FELT THIS GOOD. The classes are as intense as the effort that you give them, and I found the more effort you give, the better you feel. I have never left the school feeling bad or angry at myself-just motivated to come back and try to do better. There is no judgement here. This is so much better than any gym, and the best thing is-you can practice anytime, anywhere! No machines or weights needed! I travel frequently, and the first thing I do when I check in to my room is to see how to arrange the furniture so I can work out. :) The Blue Dragon School has helped me get my life on the right path, and I am eternally grateful for Shifu Ahles, the instructors, and all the students for helping me see that life is just that-LIFE, and it is so worth LIVING. If you are really looking to change, either mentally, physically, or both, this is the place to be."
"I believe it is every parent’s hope to do the very best for our children. To offer opportunities to help them grow into healthy, well balance compassionate individuals that will love and respect all life. Finding Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts has been that opportunity, it’s been a blessing. Both my 15 year old daughter and 11 year old son have been attending for over a year and their overall growth and confidence is amazing. Shifu Ahles is someone my children look up to, admire and respect. His Kung Fu instruction and guidance in life lessons are foundations all children should have. The entire staff at Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts has become a family to us. With the difficulties and busyness of life it is a pleasure to know my children have a place to go where they feel warmly welcomed and respected for who they are, while being challenged to be their best. I definitely recommend Blue Dragon School of Martial Arts to anyone interested in doing the very best for their bodies and minds in an atmosphere that is welcoming, dedicated and passionate in bringing out the best in all of us."
"This school has had a great impact on me in my life 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is NOT just a place where I go to feel good for an hour or so, like the average gym. Its a place where I feel good for an hour or so AND I come home and feel good for hours after that and find myself over time walking with a spring in my step, with a light, supple, relaxed way of moving and being, being more confident and powerful virtually all the time, while being respectful and humble in relation to others, which is the Kung Fu way. I would highly recommend this school to all interested in developing themselves in whatever way they might choose. It allows one to practice authentic, ancient Chinese Martial Arts while also developing oneself in mind, body and spirit that will benefit you in the future, big-time. Its like reaching into the treasures of a discipline honed in the past to pave the way for a better future in one's life."
When you come in for your free trial lesson, you will also get your choice of one of the DVD or DVD + CD
