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"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."

Sam Erickson - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes Brown Belt in National Karate, Gold Belt in Shorin Ryu, 1.5 years of Wrestling. Business and Bible Majors at Bethel College.

  

"Mr. Arnebeck, Just so you know, I've been very happy with what I'm learning at Warrior's Cove and I've found it to be a good value so far. You'd be happy to know that just a little time at Warrior's Cove has indirectly carried over into other areas of my life. First of all, I have started to realize how much real work, practice, trial-and-adjustment, mental discipline and concentration it will take to become a truly good fighter. And I'm not a good fighter, yet. But these aren't traits that apply just to martial arts. They apply to school, job skills, and pretty much anything of value you'd want to do in your life. For some reason, the opportunity to think about all this in the sense of physically training your body just makes everything more clear when applied to seemingly more complicated activities of life. In sum, I have been very happy with my training at Warrior's Cove. Cheers."

Alex Merkle - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. College Student.

   

"The training offered by you is some of the best I have ever experienced. The format you use for the kids class seems to work really well. I was surprised at how seamlessly mine fit in. I was also very impressed at the number of adults you had available to help facilitate the kids, and their willingness to make the work fun. I believe that having them involved in a high quality, Gracie-based system at this young age will produce payoffs that will not be seen for years to come. I just want to take a few minutes to say that I am very impressed with the way you run your business. I can see that you plan to grow your academy, but are being very careful to grow smarter instead of faster. That is a credit to you. I have been involved with several instructors that used the buy-a-belt and get rich quick methods of martial arts training. I saw none of that at your school."

Ray Guest - Family Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes Jiu Jitsu.

  

"Best workout! All the muscles are used at some point! Interesting, fun, and as challenging as chess! Benefits everyone regardless of weight, sex, degree of fitness, or previous experience."

Susan Hira - Shinbudo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Eskrima Student. 

  

"I want to thank you for the skills I learned at the Warrior's Cove. In Mexico, my girlfriend and I were leaving a bar, and we were jumped by three men. I took the biggest guy down to the sidewalk and applied a choke. I then told him to call off his buddies. Without the training, I could have been seriously injured. Thanks."

Dr. Jason Webb - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student and Doctor of Chiropractic.

    

"The attitudes of the instructors and members contribute to a constructive atmosphere for training and learning. Members are always welcome to contribute their ideas or ask questions. No member is asked to do anything they are uncomfortable doing."

Randy Bourget - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Mechanical Design Engineer. No previous martial art training.

    

"The Warrior's Cove is not only a good place for training, it is also a great community to be part of. I felt accepted and welcome from the first class. Great instructors, great atmosphere and a great experience!"

Jane Shvelidze - Shinbudo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Aerobic Kickboxing Student. No Previous Martial Art Training.

   

"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."

Mark Lessard - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes 6 years of Tae Kwon Do.

   

"I have attended several [martial art] schools, and one school for about 2 years. While the school I attended for 2 years taught me a lot, it was not as organized, disciplined or effective as Warrior's Cove. All of the instructors are very mature and know a tremendous amount and are very eager to teach. They let members train at their own pace, and set their own level of intensity. For those members who are very serious they also provide an environment that allows them to progress as fast as they want."

Darryl Peterson - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Warrior's Cove Competition Team Member. Former training includes 2 years of Kenpo.

  

"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."

Dennis Chornenky - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes various martial arts.

  

"The classes are designed for you to progress at your own pace in a system emphasizing mutual respect, safety, and self-development as well as self-defense. Everyone there is the type of person I like to train with."

Josha Anderson - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former Aikido student.

   

"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."

Paul Ehresmann - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Previous training includes Tae Kwon Do and United Martial Arts.

  

"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."

Andrea Simonson - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former Hapkido Student.

 

"I recommend the Warrior's Cove to anyone who is serious about in-depth training in the martial arts. You will find both superb instruction and effective techniques. My training in the martial arts has given me focus and discipline in life, and a deep understanding of myself. I've learned to be patient and relaxed, waiting to take advantage of the right move at the right time. I have also lost over 40 pounds as a result of the Cross-Training and Aerobic Kickboxing programs!"

Carl Grensing - Shinbudo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Aerobic Kickboxing Student. Former Black Belt Instructor for the United States Tang Soo Do Federation and also the World Tang Soo Do Association.

  

"The best thing about the Cove, is the atmosphere. It's friendly and cooperative with fantastic instruction from some of the best martial artists in the area. When Mr. Arnebeck demonstrated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I was amazed! I outweighed him by 100 pounds, but he tossed me like a rag doll and submitted me with ease. That's when I realized cross-training is the way to go. You must be able to defend yourself both standing and on the ground. Otherwise, you will have a weakness that can be exploited."

Michael Ellefson - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. 3^rd Degree Black Belt of Aikido & 2^nd Degree Black Belt of Ryukyu Kempo.

  

"The main reason I joined the Cove over other places is because of the safety offered in training. Everyone is always helpful and tries to make learning a positive experience. Some of the other places I looked at had a very military approach to training and I liked the Cove's personal environment. The other thing that attracted me to the Cove was the effectiveness of the techniques. We are taught ways to defend ourselves that work. They are not always flashy and showy but they work."

Anthony Wolyniec - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. No previous martial art training.

  

"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!"

Jason Bretto - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes 5 years of Tae Kwon Do and 2 years of Boxing.

  

"The Warrior's Cove offers many disciplines and cross-training principles. No matter what form of martial art you have studied in the past, you will learn a great deal more by incorporating these cross-training techniques."

Michelle Cruze - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former Chung Moo Do (Oom Yung Do) practitioner.
  
  

"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!"

Michael Moren - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former Wrestler and Gymnast with a Degree in Exercise & Corporate Fitness.

  

"It is one of the few places in the upper Midwest providing genuine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu which, combined with the striking techniques taught, is a very practical system of self-defense. The instructors are very approachable, and the members are enjoyable to train with. I live 50 miles from the school, and it's definitely worth the trip!"

Bill Moser - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former student of Arizona Judo Champion and UFC Competitor, Christopher Leininger.

    

"Based on my observations here in Korea and throughout Asia, the members of the Cove are advanced many years beyond the world of traditional martial arts."

Corey Kellet - Air Force Officer studying Muay Thai Kickboxing in Asia. Formerly studied Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at the Warrior's Cove.

  

"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."

Joe Molinaro - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Aikijutsu, and Chung Moo Do (Oom Yung Do) practitioner.

  

"Excellent teachers with a safe and supportive environment in which to learn."

Mary Henry - Shinbudo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Aikido Student. 4^th Degree Black Belt in Shorin Ryu Karate.

  

"Good teachers, good students, good organization! While I still crave the sense of calm and assuredness that would come from more years of study and improvement, the year and a half I've worked out at the Cove has definitely had an impact on my confidence and self-esteem. I certainly owe you for much of that. Thanks."

Mark Wicklund - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. No previous martial art training. Discontinued training to live overseas.

  

"I needed an outlet for stress, wanted to get in shape, and learn self-defense at the same time. My interest in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Pride [Championship] also played a part in my learning Jiu Jitsu. Now my self image is improving and I feel better about myself. I'm not intimidated by some people anymore."

Chris Bultje - Shinbudo & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Student. Former training includes Shotokan Karate.