Mr. Thong Nguyen has a unique ability to teach a very diverse group of students – from beginners to accomplished martial artists and security professionals – in such a way that each student is appropriately challenged and none is overwhelmed or left behind. The students are a remarkably warm and considerate group, and Mr. Nguyen’s absolute emphasis on safety allows them to move beyond their comfort zone and explore their limits without fear of injury. Rather than achieving rank through the memorization of techniques, classes teach the practical fundamentals that underlie all effective martial arts.
Julia Blue
Portfolio Analyst US African Development Foundation, Silat, Aikido Schools of Ueshiba