Testimonials
Take a look at these testimonials from some of my clients and students whom I’ve had the privilege of helping in fitness and self-defense over the years.
BRANNON LEE HICKS
DAVE GARVEY
JACOB LOWENTHAL
LEILA EL GHALI
"I’ve had an incredible experience training with Emre. His dedication, patience, and expertise are unmatched. He doesn’t just teach martial arts techniques—he instill discipline, confidence, and resilience.
I lost 38 lbs during our Fitness and Self-Defense trainings and archived my goals. Fit, strong and able to protect myself in a Self-Defense situation.
What sets Emre apart is his genuine care for their students. He goes the extra mile to ensure you not only improve but also feel motivated and supported every step of the way.
If you’re looking for a trainer who is skilled, encouraging, and truly passionate about what they do, I highly recommend Emre. He’s simply the best!"
RAYNOLDS FAMILY
Peter Reynolds
“Emre Orun has been an incredible mentor to our teenage son Garrett and daughter Mary Kate over the years. His passion for educating and training in self-defense and MMA is evident in everything he does.
Emre not only teaches valuable skills but also instills confidence, discipline, and respect in his students. He has been such a consistent and positive influence in our kids’ lives that he feels like part of the family. We are deeply grateful for his dedication and the role he has played in shaping our children into strong, capable individuals.”
TYLER EDENFIELD
"Highly recommend training with Emre. He helped me achieve a dream of fighting in May 2024. He has extensive knowledge of the sport of mma from striking and ground work to the strength and conditioning even to the mental preparation in becoming a fighter."
Nazar Melnychuk
"I’ve had the privilege of training under Emre for a not long; however not very short period of time and I can honestly say he is an exceptional teacher and mentor. From the very first class, Emre’s deep knowledge of martial arts, combined with his clear passion for the discipline, was immediately evident. The classes were very helpful before my joining to military.
With even basic knowledge Emre provided me with, I was able to read my opponent’s plans and I was able to surprise them with the moves and tactics that Emre thought me.
Emre pushes students to reach their potential without being overly harsh, which makes for a positive and productive learning environment. He is not only teach martial arts but also inspire personal growth and development both on and off the mat."
Jamie Kranking
"I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible impact Emre has had on our son Mason. From the very first session, he made a genuine effort to connect and create a supportive, motivating environment that he truly looks forward to every week.
Emre's expertise in fitness and self-defense is evident in the way he tailors his lessons to his students’ unique abilities, ensuring they feel challenged but not overwhelmed. Mason has gained not only physical strength and skills but also increased confidence, discipline, and a sense of inner strength.
Thank you, Emre, for being an outstanding mentor and role model. I wholeheartedly recommend his program to any parent looking to empower their child with valuable skills for both fitness and life."
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