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I love kingdom warriors! I trained here 3 years and I would have stayed longer if it wasn't for income. Coach Ngoan keeps a very clean place and keeps the kids very well disciplined. I wish I could have stayed longer but I would recommend kingdom warriors. Coach Ngoan is like family to me and we are all about being a big family.❤️❤️ ~Love Emory❤️❤️
Excellent learning environment. My daughter loves class, she is progressing in her jujitsu skills and learning about teamwork and sportsmanship. There is a great sense of community at the school, the teacher is very good at meeting kids where they are at and helping them grow
Kingdom Warriors has the best children’s programs that we’ve been able to find in the QC area. Teacher Ngoan has shown passion for the sport and all of the students/families. My 5 year old has been there for almost a year and has improved both in confidence and skill. As a parent we all want to protect our children, sometimes by us protecting them we don’t allow them to be challenged enough to see grow and overcome diversity. Being able to navigate through tough moments prepares yourself for real life situations. With this being a Christen based organization you don’t have to deal with terrible egos and stereotypes. Very few people in this world like Ngoan and I’m honored to call him my friend. Just give it a shot don’t be scared.
I have been attending adult classes at Kingdom Warrior Jiu Jitsu Academy for almost a year, training about twice a week. In that time, I’ve gained a ton of knowledge and skill in a sport in which I was previously unfamiliar. I’ve gotten into much better physical shape and cardiovascular condition. I’ve gained flexibility and mobility, and I’ve even tested myself in competition. But most importantly, I’ve gained a family of like-minded brothers and sisters in Christ.
Ngoan has built an environment where faith, growth, and gratitude flourish. He has a way of teaching that reaches each person where they’re at in life and in their jiu jitsu journey, and he lifts them up. Not only will you learn high-level jiu jitsu, but you’ll also learn humility, grace, and respect; and you’ll gain confidence, character, and courage.
His gym has a fun, light-hearted, and cooperative atmosphere that you can feel as soon as you walk through the doors. But don’t let that fool you into thinking it’s going to be a walk in the park – you’re going to work hard!
If you’re looking for a home away from home filled with people you can have fun training with and push yourself alongside – both in jiu jitsu and your Christian faith – Kingdom Warrior Jiu Jitsu Academy is the spot!
I started taking my son here when he was 2 and a half. He wasn’t yet ready, but the instructor was so patient with him. I brought him back because I love how it such a family atmosphere that focuses on relationship, discipline, manners, respect and the Lord and so much more kids need. I love what this academy represents. Yes, it’s teaching self defense skills, but the more important thing is the teaching of being good, kind, dedicated humans. I would recommend kingdom warriors to anyone looking for somewhere to help instill confidence and skill in your child’s life or yours!
This academy goes beyond just jiujitsu, we are a diverse family that our leader coach Vo has guided with his teachings and life lessons with a basis and foundation directed by God. All students are different and our leader has the ability and gift that God gave him to being able to understand and help us solve our problems while working with his own, from day one he makes us feel welcome to this group of people. I will always be grateful for what he has done with our family especially with my daughter Janierys, not only training but also mental and spiritual, we arrived at the Quad cities without knowing anyone and God put us on his path and we are more than grateful for that. In kingdom warriors you will learn the beautiful art of jiujitsu in a family and dynamic environment with a leader who has the knowledge, discipline and passion to lead you to access your maximum power so that you can apply it in sport and your daily life.
My sister has been in this academy for a year and there has been a huge improvement. Teacher is a very good guy and shows his students independence and how to be an example of Christ. He is very funny and has many interesting stories to tell. I am very glad we met him because he is a great person and friend.
We got to IA in 2023. While searching for a place for my daughter to learn to defend herself, we found the academy. Since day 1, teacher has shown us his professionalism, knowledge, and passion for teaching others. Most importantly, he shows his students the importance of following God’s path and helping people. My daughter has been doing Jiu Jitsu and we’ve seen changes both physically and with her discipline. A couple months ago my husband began to practice Jiu Jitsu and I workout at the academy. We are very thankful to God for bringing teacher Ngoan in our lives. Kingdom Warrior is not just an academy, we are a family.
I’ve been training with Teacher Vo for quite some time, and my experience has been incredibly positive. His approach has truly helped me build confidence, self-discipline, and responsibility, both on and off the mat. He sets high standards for respect, consistency, and hard work, which have pushed me to become a more committed and focused individual. It’s always been clear to me that his intentions are to build character and instill values that go beyond jiu-jitsu. For anyone considering this school, I can say it’s an environment where you’ll be challenged, respected, and supported in every aspect of your journey. Thank you, Vo
I am a student under Ngoan Vo for 7 months now. I could not ask for a better teacher. He is a man of God that truly looks out for each and every one of his students. Whether you obtain physical injuries from training, or mental/spiritual ones from day to day life, he is there to look after you. I have learned so much being a student under him in 7 months it is crazy how far I’ve come. My friends and family have noticed my progress in both my muscles and being a man of God.
One of my favorite memories would have to be me, being the stupid new student I was, getting my arm injured from training wrong. Ngoan (Teach) then felt out my arm to make sure no tremendous injuries were sustained, and gave me some personal training on how to make it better and recover fast.
My first day at practice I knew this would become my next family. I was instantly greeted by one of the younger students (very honorably if I may add) and was very kind to ask if he could put away my shoes, which is VERY humble which shows what Teach is all about. He wants ALL of his students to grow up to be wonderful men and women. I love going on tournament trips and seeing how he interacts with the younger kids class. He is affectionately called Teach/Teacher and they all look up to him for wisdom and advice. He has truly made a wonderful relationship with all of his students.
Now, many of us have been blessed with a childhood that wasn’t rough and tumble. Therefore it may be a bit difficult to understand that Teach is looking out for you no matter what, even if it seems like he’s being hard on you. He’s hard on his students because no one else will be.
Because of Teach I have been able to grow a family from just a bunch of strangers that throw me around and choke me out every day. I couldn’t be happier when I’m at practice, it feels like it gives me a sense of purpose when I’m able to train to be my best self.
My wife and I enrolled our son, Winter, in Kingdom Warriors Jujitsu about 3 years ago. Honestly, it was the best thing that we could have done for, not only our son but for us as a family. I often joke with Ngoan about how I feel like I owe him child support. Because he treats all his kids as if they are his very own. What you are getting with this school is a family. And he is such a great role model. He gives everything he has and is to his children. Jujitsu is only a small portion of what is being taught on those mats, confidence, compassion, discipline and work ethic are strong values that are instilled in each of his students.
I trained here for a few classes. Learned a lot of things in a short amount of time. From take downs, other techniques I was always kept encouraged and engaged. Outstanding instructors who really have perfected their craft and overall made it a fun experience. I was taught good ethics through a well balanced environment. Overall recommend
This school is well rounded with teaching discipline, techniques and skills. We are proud to be a part of this academy and have seen so much growth and success with our son’s Jiu Jitsu passion. Highly recommend if you want to learn correct techniques and etiquette for this sport.
Extremely professional school, as a current student who has attended now over a year I feel the teacher has phenomenal skills and the ability to properly train most people. He does a great job at maintaining, protecting and expanding the community that we have as a school of jiu-jitsu, which mostly everyone values immensely. I’ve really appreciated the extra amount of time and effort he gives us as students by not only teaching us amazing jiu-jitsu but sharing his own life lessons as a man of Religion and BJJ Practitioner. The school itself has always maintained a high level of cleanliness, him along with a handful of dedicated students typically will spend the late night after the afternoon class cleaning the facility. If you are someone who’s planning on attending for the first time, as a courtesy to others you train with I’d highly recommend you cleanse thoroughly before coming to class, the facility also has showers if you might not have time to do so beforehand so that’s always been very helpful. I am an adult but as one of the more experienced students I like to help with the children’s class sometimes and can vouch for the teachers excellent training with kids as well. With that said, parents should know that the teacher does his best to keep the kids safe in training as well as making sure they’re staying on task to prevent distractions to others during the lesson. And as a reminder as to what I mentioned earlier and from someone who trains regularly, it’s very disturbing and distracting to train with someone who’s is unclean, so I’ll again highly recommend for the courtesy of others try to get a quick wash in if you can before class, the other students will appreciate it a lot.
I have two children who go here. Owner/instructor is wonderful very knowledgeable takes the children and families and teaches the art of Jiu-Jitsu. He speaks knowledge and wisdom into all the students. In just the 1 year both my children have been going they have grown into great competitors and have gained alot of confidence and discipline. The instructor takes his time to not only get to know each student but also their families and we have gained an extended family we regularly do outings, extra workouts, support each other's families and events. I wouldn't ever want my children to go anywhere else to train. Anywhere you go there are rules and expectations and the instructor holds everyone accountable by speaking the truth.
I’m not sure where to start- if you want someone to teach your child to work hard, bring them to Kingdom Warriors. If you want someone to teach them to believe in themselves, bring them to Kingdom Warriors. If you want good values instilled and also someone who loves your children just as much as you do, bring them to Kingdom Warriors. I cannot recommend Owner and Master Ngoan Vo enough, bring your child and you will see.
My son has been going to Kingdom Warriors Jiu Jitsu in for well over 1 year and he loves it. Master Vo is AWESOME. He teaches these kids life lessons as well as the art of Jui Jitsu. Glad we are part of the Kingdom Warriors! 🥋
My daughter and i have Both been taking jiujitsu classes for 8 months now and we could not be happier! I was On the heavier side and I’ve lost a lot of weight as well as learning a bunch of self defense I’m more confident in all things now. My daughter is 5 and she has been growing and blossoming here the teacher is amazing he does great with the kids firm but fair and kind. He is always teaching them values. I super Recommend to take a class here be it your child or yourself do it you will not regret it!
My daughter has been a part of this family for about a year now, I have seen her grow in so many ways mentally, spiritually and physically. We have met so many great people through this class and look forward to many more years of memories. Coach wants nothing but the best for all our kids and goes above and beyond to be the best leader!
My middle son took jiu-jitsu classes here 2x a week for five months. My son still loves jiu-jitsu and is now deliriously happy at another school after we did a LOT of shopping around, but I wish someone had left a review like this so I would have known what to watch out for.
• His second class I watched as the instructor lined up the kids and gave each of them a swat on the behind, except for my son because he was still new.
• There were a couple times that my son came home saying the instructor had spanked him. This was not denied by the instructor. I asked him not to discipline my child, also asking he inform me of poor behavior, so I can dole out discipline on my own, to which his response was “Okay sure, you can play the role of punisher haha”.
• Cleanliness was a MAJOR issue during our time here. At first, I accepted this because of the nature of jiu-jitsu, but over these months, the instructor became increasingly demanding, even attempting to dictate that my son shower AFTER class (he would shower before class). Whether or not we CHOSE TO, I didn’t feel it was his place to speak to what we do after class is done. I am not a clean freak and encourage my kids to play in grass, dirt, etc. The instructor asked him to take a shower (the location provides this) and make sure his feet were clean, as well as his face and hands. We had no trouble obliging, though my son's not able to use soap, so we brought our own products. The instructor brought up his cleanliness several times, so for five weeks, I made sure we got there early to train him how to clean up properly. We even cut his hair to prevent the perception of "uncleanliness". I gave him a spray to use before class, so he would smell more pleasant.
• It was during our time here that my son developed anxiety/panic attacks. I brought it up to the instructor and was told that he needed to toughen up.
• 2nd to last class: My son came home crying because he had been told to sit on the side and not allowed to touch anyone, nor anyone him, because he was "dirty" and “had germs”. I smelled him and he had no smell. I checked his toes and fingers and they were clean. I was upset and went to confront him. The instructor explained that he didn't have his proper uniform on and would have done the same to any student, but cleanliness was brought up again and I snapped, telling the instructor that my son had done EVERYTHING he had asked, but it never seemed to be enough. I planned for my son to talk with the instructor the following class, trying to believe it was just a simple misunderstanding.
• Last class: We arrived early to talk. My son sat on the couch, feeling unsure about sharing his feelings. I tried to help him vocalize things he had said to me, but the instructor immediately shut me down, saying he needed to speak for himself. My son told me it was okay and tried his best to talk, but the instructor stood over him, slightly bent, so he towered my son, repeating "What do you want to tell me? Speak up!". It was very intimidating. I had to ask the instructor three times to please sit down with him to talk. After my son had given up trying to talk, the instructor started talking about cleanliness AGAIN, no more talk about improper clothing.
• I knew that would be our last class. It was during this 45-minute class that the instructor had the entire class (ages 5-10) stand at attention for 30 MINUTES of the class while he lectured them. This was not the only time he would take up an inordinate amount of time to lecture, but it was the longest I witnessed.
• The instructor would often mix in life lessons about character-building and manners and I liked that.
• WHEN he taught jiu-jitsu, he's a wonderful teacher, but so much of what he did went outside of those bounds: yelling, lecturing, humiliation, & using Christianity to give what he was doing credibility.
My son no longer has panic attacks and after almost 2 months at his new school, he still loves it, regularly saying “I never knew jiu-jitsu could be like this!”. If enrolling here, do not leave your child unattended.
