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"The training I have received at the Cove is top notch. Mr. Arnebeck always answers my question no matter what it is. I feel that the training pertains to real life situations that may occur, not just the competition end. I love that I get a well rounded training as well. One day working on my feet the next on the ground. As a wrestler for many years I have been taught many moves on the ground. Shinbudo teaches me a more effective and safer ways to defend myself on the ground. Training with Mr. Arnebeck and his assistant instructors is something that I look forward to every week."
"I had lost my faith in martial arts due to my prior training. I was able to make it to blue belt in tae kwon do simply by doing forms. It felt more like dance class than self defense. This all changed the day I pursued Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I was able to locate a school called Warrior's Cove, and I was also excited to learn that the school was directly associated with the great Rickson Gracie whom I've seen on many a highlight reel. He is so good in fact that Royce Gracie actually claimed Rickson to be 10 times better than him. I figured it was meant to be and went in for some information. I was greeted by a man named David Arnebeck. I could tell that he had a fighters build and an abundance of confidence. He made me feel at ease as we discussed my martial arts history and goals. I told him that I had taken 4 years of Tae Kwon Do but still felt as thought I was no good in a 'real' situation. I was good at forms but lacked the real sparring experience. He told me that many students at Warrior's Cove had joined because of the 'true to life' training. He said, 'kicking the air will do you no good.' He said many things that I also heard from Bruce Lee's fighting philosophy. He had me convinced. I joined that week. I have now found what seems to be the most effective form of self defense and exercise. My first day was a real eye opener. I didn't want to be like most beginners. I wanted to get right into free-sparring. This is where you wrestle other students to gain superior positions as they are taught in class. My first opponent was a towering gentleman by the name of Jan. (pronounced Yan) Being much taller than me, Jan had a considerable advantage not to mention he was also a gold belt. We started 'rolling' and he put me into his guard. To be in some ones guard means that you are trapped between their legs as they lay on their back. I had no choice but to give up. He then followed up by showing me ways to escape. This is what I love about this school. The other students aren't there to 'beat' you. They are there to learn and to teach others as well. Mr. Arnebeck goes out of his way to do the same. He is never hesitant to demonstrate the move with you in order to answer your questions. The teaching is great, the students and staff are very helpful and receptive, and the atmosphere is that of a dedicated practice. I have come a long way since my first week and am now (11-15-04) a 3rd degree white belt on my way to my gold belt. I can't wait to have enough experience to make it to gold so that I am able to start the submission moves. I already feel so much stronger and well balanced. My asthma has also been tamed to the point where I'm barely using my inhaler. Thanks to Warrior's Cove I have a new found confidence in myself and the art and I know that I will actually 'earn' my way to new ranks. I'd rather be a white belt at Warrior's Cove than a higher rank anywhere else. Thank you..."
"I am a former soldier of the 82nd Airborne Division, U.S. Army. I like the overall training I am receiving at the Cove. I really love the longer class times. The options a person has with the Cove are awesome. I would recommend the Warrior's Cove to anyone who is tired of the same old same old. At the Cove everything is new and fun. I get all of the strength training and cardio work I could ask for, plus the added bonus of the mental and psychological aspect of martial arts training. Really helps me to focus on other goals I have in life."
"I would recommend Warriors Cove to anybody interested in learning a real world martial art that is both a great mental and physical workout. All the different times to come and train is a really nice feature. Good class format of standup and ground work every other day. Warrior's Cove is a challenging, safe environment where anybody can come and learn. The Instructors are dedicated to meeting the needs of everyone who trains there, whether they are there for physical fitness, self-defense, or competition. I came to Warriors cove for all of the reasons above. Since I joined I have lost a fair amount of weight, my endurance has skyrocketed, and I have made a lot of great friends."
"All the members I've trained with are very easy to work with and personable. I've never had an issue with anyone being too aggressive or indifferent or even less than friendly. The loose scheduling is also excellent. I have preset days but if the class isn't full I can switch up if my schedule needs to switch days. One on one detailed questions for the instructor during open gym is another nice perk. The fact that the tuition is locked in at sign up also makes the whole package very attractive! From my experience, one is less likely to encounter confrontations requiring all out strikes than in cases where submission techniques could be used. I see a more practical use for submissions as taught in this style. Submissions diffuse a hostile situation, are a more efficient use of energy, and contain the confrontation better than striking in most public situations. The style [Gracie Jiu Jitsu] is built as a fully functional no holds bared fighting used by some US military forces which is proof of its effectiveness and is what caught my interest."
"I am very thankful for having the opportunity to train under both you [David Arnebeck] and Rickson. You both possess a warrior spirit that is able to transcend the limitations of modern society, and those unique qualities that allow you to transmit your strength and knowledge to others in a compassionate way."
"Of course every martial arts school says that their methods are the most effective and realistic, and that their instructors are the most skilled and experienced (mostly because they're wearing a black belt). After having trained at various schools, I have no doubt that three months of Shinbudo training at the Warriors Cove is more valuable for self-defense than three years at any other martial arts school in Minnesota."
"These philosophies are GREAT!! This is exactly the kind of thing that every martial arts school should be providing it's students. Sometimes we need reminders of why we're there and that what we're getting out of our training is not just physical in nature. It's this kind of stuff that sets the Warrior's Cove apart from any other martial arts school out there."
"It is the best overall training I have come across. All aspects of realistic fighting are taken into consideration. Not many schools provide ground fighting, yet this is where most fights end up!"
"Before I joined the Warrior's Cove I had the opportunity to visit many of the other schools in the area. As a former wrestler, I asked what they would do if someone got past their kicks and punches and grabbed them or wrestled them to the ground. They told me that I would not need to worry about that. Now I know how ridiculous that answer was. The Warriors Cove has an effective martial art curriculum with both striking and grappling. I have met new friends and achieved greater self-discipline. Don't take my word for it, find out for yourself how fun and rewarding this training is!"
"A perfect blend of effective methods with peaceful members and teachers."
"I've studied at various martial art schools in the last 13 years. Many schools teach only punching and kicking, but no grappling. I saw a Black Belt from one of these schools in a bar fight. He was bear-hugged and thrown on the ground. It wasn't pretty. I did eventually find a school that taught grappling, but during sparring, I noticed the techniques weren't practical. Even the highest ranked members weren't able to perform the techniques if the opponent resisted slightly. One other school was very militant, and played mind games and showed no respect for the students. Therefore, I highly recommend the Warrior's Cove because it teaches punching and kicking, but only the stuff that works in real life. More importantly, it teaches what to do if the fight goes to the ground! All the senior students and instructors are patient and respectful. They have made me, and all the new students, feel welcome."
"Excellent teachers with a safe and supportive environment in which to learn."
If you are interested in taking one or more classes at the Warrior's Cove, we suggest you visit during the class you are interested in. We have a seating area for visitors. You may stop by as many times as you like to watch classes. You may also participate in one free class in each program that we offer. You will find both our instructors and the other members to be friendly, informative, and supportive. If you have any questions that are not answered at this website, please call or email the office nearest you.
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