TACTICAL FIGHTING MARTIAL ARTS

Fantastic experience: I have had the pleasure of training with Gary for the past 17 years . I would highly recommend his school to anyone who is serious about learning real world martial arts from a highly skilled martial artist. I feel blessed to have found Gary and his excellent students , and will always be thankful for the time spent at his academy . I have since moved away from Vancouver but still visit his school when I visit the lower mainland . Steele Jones

Fantastic experience: Just met someone from here named Rob and he was the friendliest person ever! Very kind and answered my questions about the academy and training atmosphere. Can’t wait to see them in the mats!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Tactical fighting for a few months now, and I only have good things to say about Gary. He’s a great teacher, especially for someone new like myself. Classes are challenging but the environment is friendly, encouraging, informative and just a lot of fun to be apart of. I feel great walking out of there and always look forward to coming back. I recommend this place to anyone. Thanks Gary, U da man!

Fantastic experience: Gary is one of the best instructors out there. He teaches a wide range of Martial Arts from JKD to BJJ. If you want to learn real world techniques to defend yourself or want to walk the same path as Bruce Lee....Gary Herman will put you on that path.

Fantastic experience: Gary is a excellent teacher in all aspects of martial arts. His knowledge base and concepts are very practical and can be applied to any scenario. Ground, stand up and weapons is his specialty. If I was closer to his location, I'd be a daily practioner. I've been training with gary since 1996 and will continue to do so.

Fantastic experience: One of the best MMA coaches in vancouver. Gary has been my instructor since I started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as a white belt. He is one of the best when it comes to teaching martial arts, very effective style of teaching and coaching, his style of street combat, Vale Tudo makes his style very effective for any setting or platform. I have won numerous competitions under his super vision and now able to teach the art to others using his teaching strategy and technique, Above all he is a great friend. Oss!!!!

Fantastic experience: First class instruction from a first class human being. Many years ago, he's opened my eyes to a vast multitude of martial arts disciplines and I've never looked back. He makes everyone feel welcome in his school and is extremely generous with his years of knowledge and experience. As well as being a great instructor, he is equally as great as a student as he continually strives to go out and improve his own knowledge base. I'd highly recommend meeting and training with Gary any day.

Fantastic experience: I trained with Professor Gary for 15 years and his training methods and teaching style is excellent. Gary has a way of breaking down techniques to make them simple to understand and to learn.

Fantastic experience: I have trained with Gary for many years, and will continue to do so for as long as possible. His knowledge base and understanding of what he teaches( and trains himself) is unparalleled. Gary not only trains students but also teaches them to understand why they are doing what they are doing. Classes are fun, energetic, and great to be a part of. A traditional approach to modern martial arts, with a great structure in self defence as well as competitive training. Do yourself a favour and sign up for a class and try it out for yourself.

Fantastic experience: Gary is a great teacher through many disciplines. Very good at breaking down the details of technique and just a great person in general. Would highly recommend training here.

Fantastic experience: I love training with Gary. He has dedicated most of his life learning and training in many Martial Arts systems, and is dedicated to pass on his knowledge to his students. He is highly skilled in FMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thai Kickboxing, and Jeet Kune Do Concepts, and the list goes on. He is patient, dedicated, humble, level-headed, and respectful of everyone he meets and teaches. The classes are always very safe and fun. What I like most, is that he takes the time to answer all my questions thoroughly. There’s no other place I’d rather train.

Fantastic experience: First class instruction taught by a true martial artist. I’m always looking forward to the next training session.

Fantastic experience: Gary has a very high level of understanding of the essence of: Jeet Kune Do, the whole of the Filipino Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He is a highly evolved martial arts instructor that continues to investigate, develop and grow at an astonishing rate. He is a patient, detailed instructor with a strong focus on attribute training. In my opinion, he is the best instructor in street based martial arts in the lower mainland.

Fantastic experience: Gary’s systematic training will benefit any level. Beginner to advanced!

Fantastic experience: Garry is a great instructor and person as well The classes are so detailed that makes you understand the basics and built strong foundations.

Fantastic experience: Incredible. A pure joy to be instructed by Gary he is beyond knowledgeable and he explains and teaches in a way that is accessible to everyone. He is humble, caring and professional.

Fantastic experience: I have had the pleasure of training with Gary for over a decade, and you will be hard pressed to find another instructor with as much depth in Filipino Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. All of his long time students can attest to his humility and professionalism.

Fantastic experience: Technically excellent training focused on Filipino Martial Arts, BJJ and Jeet Kun Do concepts with a zero-ego mindset. Gary knows how to challenge his students so they'll grow but also knows when and how to dial it back to prevent overwhelm. I've thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated my training at Tactical Fighting Martial Arts.

Fantastic experience: Years of experience and expertise. Knowledge in martial arts training is unparalleled

Fantastic experience: It has been an honor to have been a student of Gary through out my martial arts journey. He has not only excelled my knowledge for the arts, but also assisted my growth so much as a person. I always look towards training with him on the mats again!

Fantastic experience: Gary is great and very knowledgable on both standup and ground game. My first class with Gary was around 2002-2003 and will keep going back for PTs when back in Vancouver. Next time will be some weapons training!

Fantastic experience: I have had the privilege to know and train with Gary for close to 3 decade's, and can say with the utmost confidence that his school is a 5 star academy hands down.