Business Details
38 Years
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Your Trusted Martial Arts School in Eugene, OR
Founded in 1988 by Shihan Alan Best, Best Martial Arts Institute has become a cornerstone of the Eugene/Springfield community. Our institute offers comprehensive training in Aikido, Judo, and Karate for students of all skill levels, emphasizing traditional values like humility, perseverance, and respect. With over 35 years of experience, we provide structured programs for children and adults, combining physical discipline with character development. Our state-of-the-art facility features three training areas, modern amenities, and a dedicated team of instructors committed to fostering personal growth. We host seminars with global martial arts masters and organize community events that strengthen bonds among students and families. Our philosophy centers on creating a welcoming environment where individuals learn to challenge themselves while appreciating their current abilities.The institute's adherence to martial arts tenets has made it a second home for thousands of students, many of whom have grown from kindergarten to graduate school under our guidance. Our instructors are certified professionals with decades of combined experience in their respective disciplines. We maintain partnerships with international martial arts organizations to ensure our curriculum remains authentic and rigorous. Located in a 7,600-square-foot facility with parking and accessibility features, we accommodate diverse needs while upholding the highest standards of training. This legacy of excellence continues to attract students seeking both physical mastery and personal transformation.
Services
Karate Training
Judo Instruction
Aikido Classes
Children's Programs
Martial Arts for Kids
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 36 years of proven experience in traditional martial arts instruction
- Our instructors include certified black belts with decades of teaching expertise
- Three comprehensive martial arts programs with age-specific curricula available
- State-of-the-art 7,600 sq ft facility with specialized training areas
- Free trial week available for all new students with no obligations
What people say
Excellent instructors
Positive experience
Taught respect
Character development
Knowledgeable teachers
Services
Karate Training
Our Karate program develops physical fitness and self-defense skills while emphasizing character development. Students learn traditional techniques through structured belt progression systems. The curriculum combines rigorous physical training with lessons in discipline, respect, and perseverance.
Judo Instruction
Judo classes focus on throws, grappling, and ground fighting techniques. The program builds physical coordination while teaching strategic thinking and mental discipline. Students practice in a safe environment with certified instructors following Olympic-style training methods.
Aikido Classes
Aikido training emphasizes fluid movements and defensive techniques that redirect opponents' energy. Classes promote physical fitness while cultivating mental focus and peaceful conflict resolution principles through traditional Japanese martial arts methods.
Children's Programs
Age-specific martial arts programs for children develop motor skills, confidence, and social abilities. Instructors use modified techniques to teach discipline and respect while making learning fun through structured play and progressive challenges.
Martial Arts for Kids
Specialized martial arts instruction for young students combines physical activity with character education. Classes use games and drills to teach focus, teamwork, and self-control while introducing fundamental martial arts techniques in a safe environment.
People
Alan Best
Owner/Chief Instructor
Shihan Alan Best founded the institute in 1988 after six years of intensive martial arts apprenticeship. With over 35 years of experience, he has developed a comprehensive curriculum emphasizing traditional values and character development through martial arts training.
Chuck Hauk
Chief Instructor of Aikido
Sensei Chuck Hauk leads Aikido instruction with decades of experience in the art. He brings expertise in traditional Japanese techniques while making training accessible to students of all ages and skill levels through clear, patient instruction.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Aikido, Judo, and Karate programs for all ages and skill levels.
Do you have classes for young children?
Yes, we provide specialized martial arts instruction for children starting at age 4.
Are your instructors certified professionals?
All our instructors are certified black belts with extensive teaching experience.
Can I try a class before committing?
We offer a free trial week with no obligations for all new students.
What facilities do you have available?
Our 7,600 sq ft facility includes three training areas, showers, and viewing spaces.
Do you offer family discounts?
Family pricing options are available for multiple members joining simultaneously.
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MartialArts4Life
Sep 02, 2011
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I have been involved with martial arts for twenty-four years as both a student and an instructor. I began training in Los Angeles when I was seven and was exposed to more than a dozen schools in both southern and northern California. Best Martial Arts Institute is the finest school I have seen. As is traditional, the school takes its name from its head instructor, Sensei Best, but the name is quite fitting. BMAI provides a congenial environment where students train hard, both physically and mentally, to achieve their individual life goals while learning self-defense.
The school offers classes in several arts, from the karate/ taekwondo program to judo and aikido. BMAI also hosts seminars and special events that allow students' exposure to even more styles, while promoting friendship among the various schools in the Pacific Northwest. As someone who began training as a child and taught children for over ten years, I would highly recommend BMAI to any parent. Your child will gain confidence, self-discipline, and focus all while having tons of fun learning from caring, professional, and patient instructors. Whether you are looking for new friends, an intense workout, or additional focus in your life, the benefits to be gained from training here are countless.
The school offers classes in several arts, from the karate/ taekwondo program to judo and aikido. BMAI also hosts seminars and special events that allow students' exposure to even more styles, while promoting friendship among the various schools in the Pacific Northwest. As someone who began training as a child and taught children for over ten years, I would highly recommend BMAI to any parent. Your child will gain confidence, self-discipline, and focus all while having tons of fun learning from caring, professional, and patient instructors. Whether you are looking for new friends, an intense workout, or additional focus in your life, the benefits to be gained from training here are countless.
