Martial Arts Center for Health

"I will be training at Mach for the rest of my life. The instructors r warm, caring patient and inspirational. It is a peace filled loving center!!!!"

"I have attended the Martial Arts Center for Health (MACH) for about 10 years. I am an allopathic trained physician and Medical Director of a local medical entity. I also have Rheumatoid Arthritis. I have had this condition since I was in my mid 20’s. I was introduced to MACH by a friend, but at first I didn’t go because I thought that I could never do martial arts with my condition, and further, it might be destructive to my joints. I eventually did give it a chance and it is one of the best decisions I’ve made. I have gained in range of motion of some of the joints more severely affected by the condition, and 10 years later I am much stronger, with better balance and flexibility than I had when I started. The instructors take the time to modify the movements depending on what is happening to your body that day (as long as you tell them). They push you to greater strength as you are able, and ask you to decrease your effort depending on the day, your level of fitness, and your situation. My sons have also gone to the MACH for about 10 years. They are now adults, but over the years and in conversation with my sons I’ve seen how the same movements have worked in curiously different ways for two individuals with very different personalities. The introvert gained more confidence, and the extrovert was able to look inward a bit more. I highly recommend this practice and this community to everyone without reservation. There is a great diversity of people here in age, personality, level of physical activity, and the movements are adapted to all. Ronald Ryan, MD"

"The best thing I did for myself this year is finding Martial Arts Center for HealthThis is the best thing I have done for mental, physical and overall health. I was interested in Tai Chi and saw that they also offer Kung Fu, Self Defense and qigong. I was surprised how much I fell in love with going to class and how badly my body needed going. It has truly been life changing and have great respect for the instructors who are very very caring, passionate super qualified and very knowledgeable. They all have been the best support and I feel very lucky to go such a place with so many caring people. I made some friendships that mean so much to me from all different walks of life and enjoy everyday I go to class. I am so much more flexible than when I first started and have noticed small positive changes to my body. I am able to concentrate so much more and even picked up old hobbies since I been really working on my discipline and concentration and this has helped tremendously. Every time I go to class I come out feeling better and proud of myself to have gone. I was taking anti anxiety medication earlier this year and made the personal choice of getting off and this has helped my anxiety so much. I love learning about all the breathing techniques and qigoing practice as well. I still have a long way to go and can’t wait to see what the new year brings. If any friends or family or acquaintances have any questions please reach out- best decision I made for sure. They have a flexible schedule, offer private classes, group classes and kids classes too!"

"The Martial Arts Center for Health is transformative for your well-being, both physically and mentally. The staff members are caring, professional and encouraging. No matter your age, condition, present or past experience, this is the place you belong. The benefits are real and ever growing. If you, like most of us, are struggling with things in life, come and find balance, strength and tranquility."

"It is difficult for me to adequately describe how much of a positive impact the Martial Arts Center for Health has had on my life. About 18 months ago, I had surgery on my knee to repair a torn ACL and meniscus. I struggled with my recovery despite going to physical therapy. I found myself having great difficulty walking up and down stairs. I could not walk for fun any more and I would often be completely unable to walk without severe pain after a work shift. In January, I joined the Martial Arts Center for Health to try to get my life back. Since the first day, I have felt welcomed by both the instructors and the other students. The classes are challenging but fun and rewarding. And, this past week, I was able to climb 115 feet worth of stairs to reach the top of the Mayan temple pictured. I would never have been able to do this without the help of my instructors. I have no doubt that they will be able to help me reach any goal I set for myself!"