Rodness Martial Arts Center

Even though, I have been here such a short time, I've realized that the teacher is really well trained and he is also willing to help us with all the doubts we have (we the students). Plus every class is full of knowledge. I really enjoy being part of this center.

Mr.Rodness has been practicing martial arts for 40+ years, and both his passion and expertise are apparent in the variety of classes offered here. Whether you're just beginning BJJ or looking to get in shape through cardio kickboxing, the instructors here are great at meeting you where you are at while still challenging you and encouraging growth. I always feel comfortable asking the team here for clarification in my technique, and the personal feedback I got was a big factor in my joining.You can suspend your contract and pick it back up at a later time, which is great for students if you aren't around for summer or plan to study abroad. You can try a variety of classes before joining to see what works for you and your schedule. If you're looking for a martial arts experience in the Davis community, I believe it's worth your time to stop by the Rodness Martial Arts Center!

I'm really impressed with how Grand Master Steve manages his studio and am excited that my son will be training with him. Steve is extremely patient and kind to the children in the program, and you can tell that he really loves what he does. In addition to learning martial arts techniques, my son has had the benefit of learning how to respectfully address his peers and teachers and also growing a huge amount of confidence in himself. This place is definitely worth the investment if you're considering signing your child up in a martial arts program.

I had been very interested in getting my son (8) involved with a martial art for some time. He had previously taken a short introductory session in Taekwondo some years prior and had enjoyed it, so I was on the hunt not only for "where" but "what." He and I spent some time looking at videos online and he expressed an interest in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), which, given its place in MMA, I was all for. After some research on available schools in Davis, I emailed Rodness' Martial Art Center for more info and from the get-go Mr. Rodness was courteous, encouraging, professional, and easy to work with. We started with an introductory class where my son really had a great interaction with Mr. Rodness as the teacher, but also with the other students, which is also reflective of the environment they learn in. I signed up my son for classes, and since then it is something he looks forward to every week. In the two months we've been attending he has already learned a tremendous amount (as have I observing), and is discovering a love for a pursuit that will benefit him for the rest of his life. More importantly, as I alluded to above, I am incredibly impressed with the learning environment Mr. Rodness creates, both encouraging and task-oriented, with an emphasis on camaraderie and respect. The classes aren't simply technique, but the logic behind the technique, the respect of learning the building blocks, and how to interact with both the teacher and the other students. More advanced students are often asked to help peer-coach newer kids during some drills (including my son), and seeing two kids discuss proper technique colloquially and patiently, walking through each step, is also reflective of how those kids were taught to interact. While my son is in BJJ, I've had the opportunity to observe the Taekwondo class prior to my son's, and there is no difference in the quality, type, and interaction between Mr. Rodness during that class with his students. He is a strong teacher, engages well with the skilled and non-skilled students, and really is adept at talking and explaining things to kids in a way that they understand not just the "what" but the "why". The cost of lessons is in line with other schools, extremely reasonable, and worth every penny. If you're looking for a martial arts school where your child gets to learn in a fun, safe, and encouraging environment - this is the place in Davis.

Rodness Martials Arts is the best place in town for training! Mr. Rodness and his staff are great with children, teaching valuable life lessons such as goal setting and perseverance. They are wonderful with kids and help to provide focus and disciple with each training session.