Instinct Defense Academy

Instinct Defense Academy

(7 reviews)
#27 in Portland
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  • 835 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland, OR 97229, USA
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Company Description

Instinct Defense Academy is the place to be for practical, reality-based self defense and functional fitness training.

We have been teaching martial arts since 1991 in the greater Portland area. We recently changed our name from "Bujinkan Family Dojo" to "Instinct Defense Academy" to accomodate our growing services.

Review & Rating

Kelly Burton
Kelly Burton
5
2 days ago

Incredible instructor and martial art I started studying with Sensei Peter in 1996 while we both lived in Hong Kong. He was "merely" a 5th Dan (degree or level) expert at that time and was truly amazing, almost magical what he could do. He has now progressed to 15th Dan, but you would never know it based on appearance and attitude. He is the opposite of an alpha male, and could he better described as a laid back surfer/climber/artist/adrenaline junky/dad and truly expert martial artist. I previously studied Kempo, Hapkido, Taekwondo, and a bit of Gongfu. I am by no means an expert, but can say that Bujinkan is by far the most practical and applicable art when it comes to real defense and combat I have ever studied.

Diana Henson
Diana Henson
5
2 days ago

Even after one class I feel more confident that I can protect myself. Great teachers!

Matthew Godsey
Matthew Godsey
5
2 days 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.

Katherine Kramer
Katherine Kramer
5
2 days ago

Such a welcoming environment (non-judgmental and very encouraging/supportive). Instructor definitely knows the art and teaches well. Highly recommend a visit.

Caleb Elmeer
Caleb Elmeer
5
2 days 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!

Claudia Porter
Claudia Porter
5
2 days 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.

Grant Fry
Grant Fry
5
2 days 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.



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