KSK Martial Arts

Great place to try martial arts or to continue. Everyone is so willing to teach and Guro Kent is a fantastic instructor. Also, it's an excellent workout!

I've been training at KSK for a little under three years (update, four years now) and I love it there. The teaching style is relaxed and supportive. I felt welcomed from day 1.At the school you can train in Kali (a Filipino weapons system), Kai-Shin Jeet Kune Do, and BJJ. The wide variety of techniques and approaches can be overwhelming at times. However, Kent Nelson breaks the material down into easily understood concepts, and then teaches how to apply them in both traditional and non traditional situations (ex. Using hand trapping as part of your grappling game).To summarize, I would recommend KSK Martial arts for the following reasons1. Excellent instruction2. Exposure to multiple styles, and learn how to combine in the that best suits you3. It's fun. The laid back atmosphere and friendly people.

Great martial arts school. The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable. They teach fighting styles and techniques in great depth, while also connecting different elements together. Students also learn the advantages and disadvantages of various moves, and how to adapt to the situation. Lessons can be large, but guru Kent is able to maintain high quality instruction and offer multiple levels of instruction at a time. Finally, the school has a welcoming atmosphere and utilizes safe practice methods. It IS possible to learn without breaking bones!PS teach has a swag beard

I found KSK because I wanted to learn self defense. I wanted to have confidence in my ability to defend myself. From the moment I walked into KSK I felt welcomed and safe! I have been at KSK for about a year now and I have never felt unsafe while training. It was never my plan to be here this long, I just wanted to learn a few self defense moves and then be on my way. But life has a way of turning your course and I found myself not only loving the training, but becoming a part of a new family. I have never been made fun of or put down if I am not at a set level or if I am struggling with a new skill. The instructors are patient and help you fit the new skill to your abilities.One of the things I love the most about KSK is that everyone there really and truly cares for one another. Guro Kent has been amazing and cares about you as a person and not just when you step onto the mats. Whether you want to train in martial arts, improve your health, or just want to learn to defend yourself, the KSK family is waiting for you!

I have worked as an LEO for approximately 1 year. During the academy, I began considering martial arts. As I graduated the academy, I knew it was time to choose a school. KSK stuck out because of Guru Kent's work with the Michigan Sheriff's Association. I decided to try KSK and knew I made the right decision when I took my trial class.Guru Kent is very knowledgeable and passionate in his trade. The classes are well planned and they are fun. Guru Kent has several associate instructors, so there is never a time where we do not have someone at the school to teach class.Guru Kent teaches five main areas in class, striking, clinching, trapping, manipulation and grappling. While all five are important, I can recall several times where clinching has been a necessity in my field. Without my training at KSK, I would not have known how to react when the opportunity presented itself.I would recommend this school to anyone, LEO or civilian.

Known the owners for years, they are great people, and very knowledgeable too. He's done a lot to help people and I would highly recommend this establishment.

I learned more about hand to hand combat in 6 months than I did in the Marines. Guro T Kent Nelson inspires me to improve myself each and every class. It's a lot of fun.

We were going there for three years and then my daughter came out of the closet. The owner operator started making fun of her in class. When I asked him to stop he refused because he had the right to say whatever he wanted. She came home crying from every class for months until finally our membership was terminated. Perhaps if you are a WASP this is a great place for you. Otherwise, beware! There is a reason that anybody from a minority doesn't last long there.