Testimonials
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“Sensei Bryan, who I've known and observed for the last 8
years, is one of the most humble, yet extremely talented martial artist I've
seen in a long time. His students exemplify perfection and are a true
testament to his ability to masterfully articulate the internal and external
values of his art. I am honored to share my very limited knowledge of
"The Way" with Sensei.
If you are fortunate enough to train with him,
you will know that you've found a true teacher that lives and walks the path of
excellence."
"Bryan Ratliff has been
a student of mine for many years. He embodies the essence of the martial
way. He is honest and true. He has the heart of a poet and the spirit of a
warrior. He is true to his faith and his word. There is no greater
accomplishment."
"Bryan is a very talented instructor, who has a good understanding of a variety of martial arts. He has a way of taking the best techniques that he has learned in various styles over the years and combining them so they are very practical for self defense situations. He is a very likable instructor and he has a very balanced teaching approach that is very contemporary but does not neglect of the traditional side of the martial arts."
"I became acquainted
with Sensei Bryan Ratliff nearly four years ago, when my son Jack expressed an
interest in learning karate. The first school we discovered was Tiger Society
Martial Arts which held classes ten minutes from my house. I was very
glad to know the school was affiliated with Karate for Christ International. I
was even more glad to know that Sensei Bryan is not interested in getting his
students to black belt as fast as possible. Instead, the focus of the
school is to take as long as possible to ensure the students actually master
the techniques, including forms, weapons, and terminology. Best of all, the
Word of God is interwoven in lessons, and classes always end in prayer.
My son Jack started with Shotokan (progressing
to green belt), and recently began Iai-do (sword) class.
Having been impressed by all the school
teaches and stands for, and especially by Sensei Bryan’s commitment to
excellence in teaching and instilling the honor of those skills, and after
watching for four years, I myself began Filipino Martial Arts class along with
Jack. After the first six weeks of class participation, I now have a completely
new appreciation for the art and respect for Sensei Bryan.
As the parent of a student, and now as a
student myself, I highly recommend Sensei Bryan Ratliff and Tiger Society
Martial Arts."
"In my childhood years, I always wanted to study martial arts. I
watched classes take place as my mother did aerobics next door. I took a self
defense class, and really can only recall learning moves and not understanding
the reasoning behind it.
In 2004, I was held up at gun point at work.
Things happened so fast, that my mind could not keep up with what was going on.
I tried to think of ways to get out of the situation but failed. After a few
weeks of mental recovery, I knew that I needed to get into a martial arts
school. Not only did I need to defend myself, I soon would have a family that I
would need to keep safe.
In 2011, my neighbor asked if I wanted to take
martial arts with her. I immediately said yes and we began taking classes at
Tiger Society. I knew with my past experience with martial arts, I didn't want
to just go through the motions, but to understand why. Sensei Bryan and Sensei
Donnie not only teach you the motions but explain the reasoning behind it.
You'll soon realize that you are able to recall things in dangerous situations.
As a mother of four, I pride myself in joining this school. I love taking what
I have learned, as well as experience, and being able to give it back to this
school. This school is not only for young children, but for all ages.
Tiger Society has many things to offer, I highly
recommend this school. Not just for the Shotokan, but the Shinsei Hapkido,
Seito-Ryu Iai-do, Pambuan Arnis, and Combat Kuntao. There is something out
there for everyone!"
