Martial Arts In
Fort Collins Confidence Strength Excellence

Sensei Charles is a wonderful teacher. Our daughter has grown both physically and mentally stronger because of Total Ryu. She is confident, has a wonderful community of friends and looks forward to her weekly class. I highly recommend this dojo.

Very kid friendly during the child training sessions!! My son loves to be apart of this dojo!

Such a gem, especially for kids! They really understand how to create a learning environment for kids that's safe, fun, and active. Highly highly recommend!

Mr. Orchard is a one of a kind instructor and mentor. Three year of training in his school, and I will forever be a student of jiu-jitsu. Great for all ages and body types with a cultivated curriculum for everyone. I cannot highly recommend this school enough.

Our 11 year old started at Total Ryu Martial Arts last month, and has attended 3 classes. This is his first time in a martial arts class, and he absolutely LOVES it! He is motivated to go to class, even after a long day, and wants to practice to earn his way to his next belt. He has made a few friends in class already. Thank you to Charles and his team for making this such a special experience for our son!

The staff here is very patient and caring. The kids are all very sweet and respectful, and my son was warmly welcomed and fit right in with the group despite lacking any previous training. We are very happy that he has found such a warm environment to learn.

My son has been training with Charles Orchard for three and a half years at Total Ryu. He has developed so much self confidence and self esteem in their excellent traditional Japanese Jujitsu classes. He has also developed a passion for martial arts because of his positive experiences at this dojo. From everything I have witnessed in person, and what my teenager has told me, Charles has always been very kind, friendly, and encouraging to all of his students. Charles doesn't boast, but he is very accomplished in many martial arts styles and self defense techniques, and is an excellent and knowledgeable instructor. Total Ryu also sends their ' mat chats' out to parents and students, as emails, and we find them very informative and helpful. Even as adults. My son really admires and respects his Sensei Charles Orchard, and enjoys the energy and attitudes of the other students in classes, as well. Because a safe space has been created, where students must be respectful and responsible. Which makes for a positive experience for everyone. Teaching people to trust themselves and not have a fragile ego, by boosting their self confidence and self esteem like Charles Orchard does for his students, is HUGE. Not all instructors are capable of this. So, it's actually the highest praise I can give. I can assure you, if you or your child are considering taking classes at Total Ryu, sign up today. It's one of the best dojos in town.

Total Ryu has been an incredible experience for my daughters. I love their approach to multi-level / multi-age instruction because it lets kids mentor and learn from each other, AND it's an after-school activity that my Kindergartner and 4th grader can participate in together. Update: It's been a few years and my Kindergartner is now a middle schooler and still attending classes at this dojo. She's formed great friendships with classmates, and is striving toward a black belt.

Our 3 kiddos are entering their third year with Total Ryu and they have blossomed in physical and mental confidence. After their class there is rarely not smiles and giggles on the drive home. Highly recommend!