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Here at TTM we are family oriented and have programs, pricing and schedules to match the needs and interests of virtually anyone. Give us a call to learn more.
Here at TTM we are family oriented and have programs, pricing and schedules to match the needs and interests of virtually anyone. Give us a call to learn more.
The Training Mat is the Inland Empires representative of Scientific Wrestling and Catch-as-catch-can Wrestling. To learn more stop by or call at (951) 697-9240
The Training Mat is the Inland Empires representative of Scientific Wrestling and Catch-as-catch-can Wrestling. To learn more stop by or call at (951) 697-9240
In addition to our outstanding martial art instruction we also offer conditioning classes to students and non-students alike. What can we offer that the big box gyms cannot? Give us a call to find out. (951) 697-9240
In addition to our outstanding martial art instruction we also offer conditioning classes to students and non-students alike. What can we offer that the big box gyms cannot? Give us a call to find out. (951) 697-9240
Mr. Marez has a list of accomplishments as long as my arm. Background ? Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT, 2005 ? Began training in the martial arts in 1984 ? 3rd Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kenpo ? 1st Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do ? Brown Belt in BJJ under Peter Sutten ? Community coach and active in children sport programs for over 25 years ? Works CPS (child protective services) as a field social worker/mental health representative since the late 1990s
Mr. Marez has a list of accomplishments as long as my arm. Background ? Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT, 2005 ? Began training in the martial arts in 1984 ? 3rd Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kenpo ? 1st Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do ? Brown Belt in BJJ under Peter Sutten ? Community coach and active in children sport programs for over 25 years ? Works CPS (child protective services) as a field social worker/mental health representative since the late 1990s
Meet father and son. They have been training with Mr. O'Dell and Mr. Houston long before we opened our doors in Moreno Valley Ca. in 2007. They became part of our instructor staff in 2008 and are amongst the many reasons why our school has been so successful. To learn more stop or call at (951) 697-9240
Meet father and son. They have been training with Mr. O'Dell and Mr. Houston long before we opened our doors in Moreno Valley Ca. in 2007. They became part of our instructor staff in 2008 and are amongst the many reasons why our school has been so successful. To learn more stop or call at (951) 697-9240
In addition to our ongoing instruction we also offer seminars with world renown instructors. Pictured here is guest instructor Thomas "Gong Fu Dog" Holtmann from Germany. He is a multi-discipline martial artist with training in Chinese Gong Fu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, a Black Belt in BJJ and is a full dog brother in full contact stick fighting.
In addition to our ongoing instruction we also offer seminars with world renown instructors. Pictured here is guest instructor Thomas "Gong Fu Dog" Holtmann from Germany. He is a multi-discipline martial artist with training in Chinese Gong Fu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, a Black Belt in BJJ and is a full dog brother in full contact stick fighting.
Mr. O'Dell and Mr. Houston are members of a full contact stick fighting organization called "The Dog Brothers" and personal students under the guiding force of the organization - Guro Marc "Crafty Dog" Denny". As instructors we participate in full contact events to better understand the truth behind combat and then apply the motto, "We learn. We teach. We share."
Mr. O'Dell and Mr. Houston are members of a full contact stick fighting organization called "The Dog Brothers" and personal students under the guiding force of the organization - Guro Marc "Crafty Dog" Denny". As instructors we participate in full contact events to better understand the truth behind combat and then apply the motto, "We learn. We teach. We share."
At the heart of our school are our Primary Instructors. Mr. Houston - Mr. Marez - Mr. O'Dell
At the heart of our school are our Primary Instructors. Mr. Houston - Mr. Marez - Mr. O'Dell
We opened our doors in Moreno Valley Ca. in 2007 but our story started long before then. If you were to pool all our years of teaching together then we have over a 100 years of teaching experience. To learn more stop by or give us a call at (951) 697-9240
We opened our doors in Moreno Valley Ca. in 2007 but our story started long before then. If you were to pool all our years of teaching together then we have over a 100 years of teaching experience. To learn more stop by or give us a call at (951) 697-9240
We believe in teaching through positive reinforcement. In this way we promote the good and discourage the bad while keeping instruction fun, fit, and functional.
We believe in teaching through positive reinforcement. In this way we promote the good and discourage the bad while keeping instruction fun, fit, and functional.
While the main focus will always be on realistic self-defense, we do offer opportunities to participate in tournaments and competitions.
While the main focus will always be on realistic self-defense, we do offer opportunities to participate in tournaments and competitions.
A systematic teaching progression, feedback on individual achievement, rank and recognition are all achieved through the implementation of a belt system. Every student progresses at their own rate. No one gets held back or pushed forward due to a class schedule. To learn more stop by or give us a call at (951) 697-9240
A systematic teaching progression, feedback on individual achievement, rank and recognition are all achieved through the implementation of a belt system. Every student progresses at their own rate. No one gets held back or pushed forward due to a class schedule. To learn more stop by or give us a call at (951) 697-9240
In addition to our martial art instruction we offer personal training to students and non-students alike. Mr. Houston and Mr. O'Dell are certified personal trainers and spent several years teaching at one of the "big box" gyms. We offer personalized training at a price that is a fraction of the industry standard. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
In addition to our martial art instruction we offer personal training to students and non-students alike. Mr. Houston and Mr. O'Dell are certified personal trainers and spent several years teaching at one of the "big box" gyms. We offer personalized training at a price that is a fraction of the industry standard. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
Included in Mr. Marez's extensive resume is a Brown Belt in BJJ. He teaches Gi and No-Gi grappling several times a week. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
Included in Mr. Marez's extensive resume is a Brown Belt in BJJ. He teaches Gi and No-Gi grappling several times a week. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
Background ??Guro? in DBMA (Dog Brothers Martial Arts) ?Full Dog Brother and given name ?Beowulf? (2010) ?1st Degree in White Tiger Kenpo (2013) ?Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT (2005) ?Teaching White Tiger Kenpo since 1998 Fights / Competitions ?Dog Brothers Tribal Gathering ? since 2009 ?Dog Brothers Open Gathering ? since 2006 ?Grappling X, Long Beach (2009, 2012) ?Amateur kickboxing, Murrieta (Record: 4-1) (2007)
Background ??Guro? in DBMA (Dog Brothers Martial Arts) ?Full Dog Brother and given name ?Beowulf? (2010) ?1st Degree in White Tiger Kenpo (2013) ?Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT (2005) ?Teaching White Tiger Kenpo since 1998 Fights / Competitions ?Dog Brothers Tribal Gathering ? since 2009 ?Dog Brothers Open Gathering ? since 2006 ?Grappling X, Long Beach (2009, 2012) ?Amateur kickboxing, Murrieta (Record: 4-1) (2007)
In addition to teaching martial arts we offer self defense seminars at local community centers, participate in school functions and offer discounts to those who also are actively involved in making our community a better place. Pictured here is Mr. Houston dressed in the gear he uses when participating with the Volunteer Mountain Rescue Unit
In addition to teaching martial arts we offer self defense seminars at local community centers, participate in school functions and offer discounts to those who also are actively involved in making our community a better place. Pictured here is Mr. Houston dressed in the gear he uses when participating with the Volunteer Mountain Rescue Unit
The Training Mat is an affiliate of DBMAA and has on hand two Guros and three full Dog Brothers to make sure everyone gets the best instruction possible. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
The Training Mat is an affiliate of DBMAA and has on hand two Guros and three full Dog Brothers to make sure everyone gets the best instruction possible. To learn more stop by or call (951) 697-9240
We are a family oriented school with pricing, programs and scheduling that gives every student top-notch instruction without breaking the bank.
We are a family oriented school with pricing, programs and scheduling that gives every student top-notch instruction without breaking the bank.
Despite being a full time college student, Ms. Tainatongo can be found teaching at TTM several nights a week.
Despite being a full time college student, Ms. Tainatongo can be found teaching at TTM several nights a week.
For those interested in group activities we regularly participate as a team in local adventures races.
For those interested in group activities we regularly participate as a team in local adventures races.
Over the years we have been fortunate to host seminars with some of MMA's greats.
Over the years we have been fortunate to host seminars with some of MMA's greats.
At the heart of TTM is a form of Chinese Kenpo called "White Tiger Kenpo". The lineage of our system can be traced back to such martial arts great as Al Tracy.
At the heart of TTM is a form of Chinese Kenpo called "White Tiger Kenpo". The lineage of our system can be traced back to such martial arts great as Al Tracy.
Mr. Marez was fortunate enough to train with Catch-as-catch-can legend Billy Robinson before his passing in 2014
Mr. Marez was fortunate enough to train with Catch-as-catch-can legend Billy Robinson before his passing in 2014
In addition to his lengthy resume Mr. Houston had also sought out the best he could find in kickboxing instruction.
In addition to his lengthy resume Mr. Houston had also sought out the best he could find in kickboxing instruction.
TTM regularly recognizes those who have gone above and beyond typical participation and have set a higher standard within our school and provide good examples for others to follow
TTM regularly recognizes those who have gone above and beyond typical participation and have set a higher standard within our school and provide good examples for others to follow
Background ? Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT, 2005 ? Training and teaching White Tiger Kenpo since 1984 ? Awarded ?Student of the Decade?, 1990 through 2000 ? Achieved Black Belt in White Tiger Kenpo, 2001 ? Became full Dog Brother and given name ?Fu Dog?, 2010 ? Given the title of "Guro" under Marc "Crafty Dog" Denny Certifications in ? Certified Personal Trainer through 24 Hour Fitness (2005) ? ISSA (International Sports Science Association, 2005)
Background ? Co-Founder of THE TRAINING MAT, 2005 ? Training and teaching White Tiger Kenpo since 1984 ? Awarded ?Student of the Decade?, 1990 through 2000 ? Achieved Black Belt in White Tiger Kenpo, 2001 ? Became full Dog Brother and given name ?Fu Dog?, 2010 ? Given the title of "Guro" under Marc "Crafty Dog" Denny Certifications in ? Certified Personal Trainer through 24 Hour Fitness (2005) ? ISSA (International Sports Science Association, 2005)
TTM is proud to participate in events that benefit our local community.
TTM is proud to participate in events that benefit our local community.
It is rare to find any one person who has a thorough understanding of the system, fighting ability, teaching ability and a genuine desire to help others. Finding all of that in one individual has been the greatest boon to our school since opening our doors in Moreno Valley in 2007. We are truly fortunate.
It is rare to find any one person who has a thorough understanding of the system, fighting ability, teaching ability and a genuine desire to help others. Finding all of that in one individual has been the greatest boon to our school since opening our doors in Moreno Valley in 2007. We are truly fortunate.
Despite emphasizing a progressive and multi-pronged approach to self-defense at our heart we maintain a traditional martial art school as the ideal way to create a healthy learning environment and school culture.
Despite emphasizing a progressive and multi-pronged approach to self-defense at our heart we maintain a traditional martial art school as the ideal way to create a healthy learning environment and school culture.
In addition to our group instruction we included weekly private lessons at no additional cost. In this way every student receives the one-on-one instruction the deserve while increasing the positive results only possible through individual attention.
In addition to our group instruction we included weekly private lessons at no additional cost. In this way every student receives the one-on-one instruction the deserve while increasing the positive results only possible through individual attention.
Beginning his training with us before we opened our doors in 2007, Mr. Aranda has grown into one of the main figures found within the walls of our school. Typically at TTM 4 to 5 days a week, if Mr. Aranda is not teaching he is training. If he is not training he is teaching. He is a excellent example of what can be accomplished through hard work, perseverance and dedication.
Beginning his training with us before we opened our doors in 2007, Mr. Aranda has grown into one of the main figures found within the walls of our school. Typically at TTM 4 to 5 days a week, if Mr. Aranda is not teaching he is training. If he is not training he is teaching. He is a excellent example of what can be accomplished through hard work, perseverance and dedication.
We are proud to have at the core of our instruction a system as universal and dynamic as the form of Chinese Kenpo called "White Tiger Kenpo" - also known as "Bok Fu Do". Mr. Houston and Mr. O'Dell were fortunate enough to have met and talked with the founder of this system - Great Grandmaster Richard Lee.
We are proud to have at the core of our instruction a system as universal and dynamic as the form of Chinese Kenpo called "White Tiger Kenpo" - also known as "Bok Fu Do". Mr. Houston and Mr. O'Dell were fortunate enough to have met and talked with the founder of this system - Great Grandmaster Richard Lee.
We teach men, women and children as young as 7 years old. To learn more stop by or call at (951) 697-9240
We teach men, women and children as young as 7 years old. To learn more stop by or call at (951) 697-9240
We are centrally located to less than a 20 minute drive from most surrounding communities. Go to our contact section to learn more.
We are centrally located to less than a 20 minute drive from most surrounding communities. Go to our contact section to learn more.
We wish everyone a safe and fun holiday!
We wish everyone a safe and fun holiday!

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