Blackbird Training Group

1930 Saint St, Richland, WA 99352

5.0 (10 reviews)

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Master weapons-based martial arts at Blackbird Training Group in Tri-Cities, WA. Beginner-friendly classes in knife fighting, sword fighting, and self-defense. Join today!

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Hailey Van Slyke

Blackbird Training Group is truly phenomenal! Their women’s self-defense seminars are not only incredibly useful but feel genuinely applicable to real-life situations. They teach practical techniques that make you feel empowered and capable in the face of potential challenges. On top of that, their sword-fighting classes are an absolute blast! The instructors bring unmatched knowledge and expertise, creating a fun, engaging, and safe environment to learn. They have an amazing ability to make you feel comfortable, even when dealing with situations that might normally feel intimidating. I cannot recommend Blackbird Training Group enough—whether you’re looking to gain confidence, learn valuable skills, or simply have a great time, this is the place to be!
Posted 1 year ago
Andrew Wicks

The only place for FMA or HEMA in easy driving distance. There are guys who show up from over an hour away because it's the best place to be. Focuses more on determining right action through experiencing combat than rote observance of tradition.
Posted 3 years ago
Tabitha Wildenborg

I’ve only ever gone to watch my husband on their sparring nights buts it’s very fun and exciting to watch. Everyone there is very kind and inviting.
Posted 3 years ago
Corvo Rosso Crafting

Great, unique place that offers more than your standard martial arts experience. You can learn to fight and defend with all different types of weapons! They offer classes in Pikiti-Tirsia Kali, and if you want to learn more than just the "art" and do some real sparring, this is the place to be! They also have self defense classes and broadsword classes. The instructors are all very friendly, and the atmosphere is laid back and informal. I really appreciate the informal approach because it encourages students to ask questions and get real one-on-one experience with the instructors. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a unique and practical martial arts experience.
Posted 3 years ago
Matthew Lattin

Of the various martial arts ive done i definately love this one the most. Couldnt ask for better instructors that help bring out your abilities and not just "i do it this way so you do it this way" mentality some schools get stuck in. And their is such a variety to learn from stickfighting, knife fighting, spear, tomahawk, or fencing with steel weapons.
Posted 3 years ago
Randy Bayuk

Great place for martial arts! They do it all! Empty hand! Kicks! Machete! Broad sword! Tomahawk! Knives! Sticks! Staffs! Two sticks at one time!! Sword and buckler! Sword and Targe! (Don't know what that is, stop in and find out!!) Spears!! T-shirts (Yes, can be a weapon!) Improvisesd weapons! Karambit!! If you can pick it up and fight with it they'll try it!!!! Take the above mentioned list and combine them 2 or 3 at a time and they do that also! Lamont is awesome and the assistants are great also!!!
Posted 8 years ago
hector mendez

I have had many instructors in different martial arts and Lamont and his assistants are in the top tier of instructional quality.
Posted 8 years ago
merp ius

Lamont is great and makes everyone feel welcome. He knows how to make learning Kali fun and interesting
Posted 8 years ago