2007
“I've been training w/Sifu Alfred
Magnan now for over a year and was real happy to learn he was opening
his own school. This is all Alfred has ever talked about since I've known him. He has the passion, drive, know-how
and potential to have an award winning curriculum and school. From a personal stand point, I value his knowledge, patience
and delivery method of the material. He works at my pace and is interested in my development and comprehension of the
material. He does an excellent job at explaining the reasoning and 3 dimensional value of the techniques, making it
easier to understand and remember. Learning from some one as devoted and engaged in martial arts as Sifu Alfred has given me a more profound respect and interest in them. I look forward
to many years of training, growing and development at the soon to open Magnan Martial Arts school and recommend him blindly.”
~Capt. Julio Borras
Kenpo
Trainee
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2009
"Mr. Magnan possesses a unique style of communicating
with his clientele as he is able to clearly motivate his students to succeed. He is a prepared, focused and professional
instructor who will produce world class champions in the different areas of his martial arts curriculum. As the Headmaster
of Somerset Academy Charter School and a certified Judo Instructor with USA Judo, I recommend Mr. Magnan without reservations to all the family members of our community. Mr. Magnan is a certified teacher and an amazing martial artist, effective in
the delivery of the content he teaches in and outside of the classroom.”
~Bernardo Montero
Headmaster
Somerset Academy Charter School
...
2009
“...Excellent
student, excellent teacher with excellent character. The Kenpo
world is indeed fortunate to have a man like Alfred in our ranks. I'm proud to know him.”
~Grand Master Dave Hebler
10th Degree
Black Belt
Former Bodyguard of Elvis Presley
...
2009
“According to Alfred Magnan he was referred to me by Ed Parker jr, the son of SGM Ed Parker the founder of our system. It is I who feel just as honored
in having a student with the devotion and dedication that has been demonstrated to me by him for so many years. As an
International Teacher of Ed Parker's American Kenpo I feel Mr. Magnan will be one of the very few who will be able to offer
an authentic Lineage to his own students for the future to come.”
~Sean
P. Kelley
Senior Professor
7th Degree Black Belt
CKF President
March 31st, 2010
"Magnan Martial Arts is a great school with a fantastic teacher. My sons always look forward to their class and are excited about
what they learn. It is amazing to see how much they learn with each class. In addition to self-defense,
they are learning discipline and character. Sifu Alfred is great with kids and truly loves teaching. I highly recommend
Magnan Martial Arts to all parents.“
~Ruth Valdes
English & Reading Teacher
Proud Parent of Two MMA Kenpo
Junior Students
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June
24th, 2010
“I would
like to thank Magnan Martial Arts for the great time, the physical
and mental workout and the exceptional knowledge that I acquired in just a few months. I was looking for some way to calm
down and relieve some of the stress in my life, workout and be a little more active. I found Magnan Martial Arts in my community about 5 minutes drive from my home. They offer a great
Muay Thai class at night (perfect
schedule for a busy day) that I decide to take just for training. Now after few months on the Muay
Thai class I get more and more into martial arts. The physical
workout is outstanding, every class the Sifu (instructor) pushes it a little more and the mental work is
even better.
...
A great advantage
that MMA has is the Sifu is very personal; he will guide you and train
with you if you need a little extra help. He is very helpful and safety is the top priority. His experience as a teacher and
as a martial artist gave him the knowledge to make every class fun and at the same time a work out that will make your whole
body sweat.”
~Francisco
Kaempffer
Air Charter Operations
Jett-it!
Muay Thai Trainee
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August 10th, 2010
“As a local law enforcement officer
I realized the need to supplement the defensive tactics techniques provided through traditional law enforcement training.
I decided that the American Kenpo Karate system would satisfy the needs I was looking for in a self defense training
program. The American Kenpo system taught by the Magnan Martial Arts School of Self-Defense utilizes theories and training methods that promote intellectual and personal growth,
allowing the student's confidence to be the basis of motivation. The method of training coupled by the effectiveness
of the American Kenpo Karate style provides
the ability to effectively apply self defense techniques even during the very early stages of training.
...
I wanted to thank you guys for all your hard work. I can't even begin to tell you how much
I appreciate and enjoy being a part of your school.”
~Anthony R. Angulo
Police Officer
MMA Kenpo Trainee
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April,
11, 2011
“I began attending Magnan Martial Arts School of Self-Defense in July 2010, after being away from the marital arts a few years, since then I have lost 22 lbs. My
flexibility is to where I can touch my toes again, and my overall fitness has greatly improved (feel great!). Sifu Alfred Magnan
not only teaches American Kenpo
Karate, but adds in boxing, jiu-jitsu (combined with Kenpo techniques), and after every class we perform
an all out circuit ("the pit" style) to round out the evening and get us in the best shape possible . Sifu Alfred is the finest instructor I have ever had the pleasure to work with
(I have known a few over the years), his command of the techniques, forms, and katas are indisputable. He moves with power and grace; it's amazing to watch him! But, most importantly
Sifu Alfred is a teacher,
a professor of the knowledge of American Kenpo Karate and is very patient style with his student's;
willing to show and explain over & over, if he has to, a foot maneuver, a technique, a kata, or even an idea. This has made all the difference and I would challenge anyone to
come out and learn from a true martial artist!”
~Al Gori,
Licensed Community Association Manager
American Kenpo Karate Student of Magnan Martial Arts School of Self-Defense
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April
12, 2011
“When I walked into the MMA studio I felt and overwhelming sense of balance. I
was immediately welcomed and introduced to the benefits of yoga and I completely fell in love with martial arts and the MMA
family. I have since undertaken the study t of Muay Thai
( kickboxing) and I am currently an Orange Belt. After meeting Sifu Alfred I felt confident my son would thrive if he were to join.
In March 2010 my baby started the Little Ninjas program. Today at
6 he is a member of the Black Belt Club, has earned an Orange Belt and has embraced the martial arts way
of life, self respect and respect for others. As a true believer of the high quality of the staff I have encouraged my friends
to become members and now MMA is an extension of my own family.”
~Yesi Fenemma
Airline Attendant
Muay Thai Kickboxing Trainee
Proud Mom of an MMA Little Ninja Student
