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"I've always been interested in taking Muay Thai, and this gym gave me what I was looking for. HARD STRONG training. I've trained for years in karate with the K.A SYSTEM and we trained HARD. I'm so happy to see that there's a school that teaches MUAY THAI the same way. The instructors are great and very attentive. Thank you WEAPONS 9. I look forward to training in your gym."
~ Javier Solis, June 2008

"I went to your gym last Monday and was instantly hooked. As I have stated before, I was longing to find a true Muay Thai school. I was approached by Joe who was kind enough to answer all my questions. You have two great instructors in Joe and Chris. I stayed there for a majority of the class. I tried a free class yesterday and indeed I felt this is the gym I've been looking for! I signed up for a year and hope to improve myself under your club! I really need a lot of help with my kicks and cardio, which I saw will improve as I attend more classes.

                                                   ~ Michael Almocera, January 2008

"Derek, I love your school and found the classes to be excellent! The way you communicate the nuances of the moves is really fantastic and I really LOVE the individual attention I would get on Saturdays because of the instructor-to-student ratio. I would very much like to join...It would be a privilege to train under a pro like you!"

                                                          ~ Dave Tomarchio, October 2007


"I always enjoyed working out with you guys and I always considered the fierce workouts as a leisure time for myself. I hope all is great with everyone and please do invite me to any social events you may have. I would still love to "try" to stay involved with the team. Thank you for the inspiration, motivation and confidence that you have taught me through Muay Thai. It may sound funny, but had it not been for you introducing me to this sport back in '99, I probably would not have had the guts to take on this MBA program. Thanks again!
                                                                             ~ Jenifer Dacpano, August 2007

"Muay Thai is something that many people want to learn, but few people do. It is a noble art, whose beauty lies in its pedestrian simplicity and unparalleled effectiveness. Make no mistake, it is as brutal as it is beautiful, and the intensity that is associated with Muay Thai is one of the many things that drives me. Because it is THAT hard, because it is THAT challenging, I view every class as an opportunity to draw out my true potential. As is with anything, you get from it what you put in - whether you want to fuel your competitive fire in the ring, impress your friends, or whether you simply want some excitement in your cardio routine, Weapons 9 can give it to you.
~ Jeffrey Hsieh, August 2007

"Because I have moved frequently, I have had the opportunity to train at several martial arts facilities. In my experience, the Weapons 9 instructors are some of the best that I have seen. They push each student to work hard and also provide the one on one support that is crucial to any martial artist's development. The instructor's are sincerely interested in the development of all of their students, not just the ones who want to fight in the ring. Also, there is no better workout than Muay Thai training. This type of training will build your cardiovascular endurance as well as your muscular strength. Moreover, students of Muay Thai have the confidence in knowing that they are learning a self-defense technique that can be applied to and work in real-world situations."

~ Don Hoeft, August 2007

"When I think about Muay Thai I think about an aggressive style of fighting, a conditioned and aggressive fighter ready to take on any challenge. The instructors at Weapons 9 go out of their way to ensure each student uses proper form and their conditioning is up to par for the art. Whether you want to step into the ring or not, the Weapons 9 team is going to ensure you are in fighting shape using traditional Muay Thai techniques. Their sole focus is Muay Thai and nothing else. Excellent instruction!"

~ Carlos Valentin, July 2007

"Derek...you, Chris and Joe are great trainers. My confidence comes from knowing that I have some of the best trainers in the game, without a doubt. Thanks again for everything!!!"

~ Nick Harrison (far left), April 2007