Sarah Cooke
Dec 26, 2024
“I can't speak highly enough about this gym. I began attending the Coalition over a year ago, shortly after I moved to the area. I was very apprehensive to join the kickboxing class because it's a male dominated sport, I had no kickboxing experience (or really any sports experience to speak of), and I didn't know anyone. I spoke with Keo before attending and he helped get me set up with loaner equipment. I enjoyed the kickboxing class and started attending regularly. A few months later I decided to tested out a Jiu Jitsu class. I was surprised by my immediate love for the sport. All the coaches are so kind, knowledgeable, and really meet you where you're at. Martial arts does not come naturally to me. My movements are awkward, I ask a lot of questions, I laugh too much, and I forget what was taught the day before; yet, each class, the coaches are happy to see me, patiently answer my questions, and do the demonstrations just one more time. I am so glad my lack of ability and initial apprehension didn't deter me from trying kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu. I am in the best shape of my life and my mind, body, and soul feel healthy again. The Coalition has built me up in more ways than one, and for that, I am grateful.”
