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"I
definitely recommend Doug for those who want
get involved in Martial Arts; he is an excellent
student and instructor as well. He has been
my assistant instructor for over 2 years, helping
me bring the best out of
my students. He is a very disciplined and knowledgeable
instructor and is ready to introduce you to
the Martial Arts World."
-Leo Dalla |
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"I
highly recommend Vanguard Gym’s Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu and Thai Boxing classes for anyone,
male or female, who wants to get in shape
and learn skills and discipline that will
help them outside the gym. Not only are these
classes a great workout, they will give you
the confidence to handle yourself in any situation.
Doug’s teaching style is focused and clear,
and he is great and working with people of
any skill level or background. Men and women
who are ready for a challenge and want to
have a blast training in a fun and social
team environment should check out these great
classes!"
-Lauren |
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"Doug
has always helped me with my game, he knows
the crucial details to improve the advanced
grappler and takes it slow with the beginners
so they always have fun. I have sparred with
him countless times and I can attest he is
one tough customer."
-Steve |
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"I’ve
been practicing various martial arts for several
years now. I began with sambo and judo back
in Russia , and started Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
about a year and a half ago. That’s a great
sport for one who wants to learn self-defense,
meet good people or have a great work out.
When I met Doug, I was impressed with his
professionalism, dedication to sport and positive
attitude. Besides that, as a coach, he can
often teach you something new about a move
that you thought you mastered already. Whether
you are new to martial arts or an experienced
athlete, I recommend you go ahead and give
Vanguard gym a try."
-Ivan
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"Doug
is an excellent instructor. I have been
training with him for a little over a year
and can honestly say he is one of the top
instructors I have ever trained with.
Training with Doug will have you executing
techniques with precision and efficiency that
will give you real confidence in your abilities.
Doug's teaching style uses a no pressure approach
so that you learn as well as enjoy being there."
-Walter |
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"I
have been training with Doug for about three
years and have been fortunate to have seen
him recieve his brown belt from Leo Dalla.
Doug is an awesome training partner as well
as an excellent instructor. He is very detail
oriented which makes for an easy learning
process. The time I have spent with Doug on
the mat has improved my Jiu-Jitsu tremendously.
I am proud to say Doug is my training partner,
instructor, and friend."
- Matt
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"I
have known and trained with Doug since 2005
when I began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
He has spent countless hours with me and my
classmates instructing and perfecting techniques
and positions. Doug’s love for Mixed Martial
Arts shines through in all that he does. As
a former Marine Corps, edged weapons, hand
to hand combat and combatives instructor,
Doug has the tools to teach you what you want
to know.
Training at Vanguard Gym will give you an
opportunity to train with people with varying
skill sets from international competitors
and champions to beginners, and I strongly
recommend signing on with their winning program.
No matter what your interests, Doug can help
you achieve them."
-Todd
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I have trained in Martial Arts for over 26 years with many different schools and attended many athlete development camps at the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. I can honestly state that Vanguard Gym has the best training program of any school I have attended. Doug has designed a program which teaches anyone from beginner to expert level. I have been a student for close to a year and have never experienced a time in which Doug was too busy to personally help me or answer any question during or after class. I strongly urge anyone in the Manassas area interested in Martial Arts to give Vanguard a try.
- John Csoka
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I have worked for martial arts summer camps and after school programs for the past three years, and I have never helped lead a better program. The coaches keep the kids active and teach them great morals long with in depth martial art training to help them in almost any situation. The adult classes are the best part of my day. I have never had a better workout. Doug knows how to teach simple and effective techniques that will make anybody willing to put enough effort and time into MMA, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai the best they can be.
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