" I met Steve Stillwell when he taught my oldest daughter. Seeing his kindness, care and concern for the students was very touching. Mr. Stillwell possesss a rare combination of drive, determination and empathy that makes him a superior instructor. When I decided to begin taking Karate classes for exercise, the decison was easy to make. i have had Steve as my private teacher for 2 years and have enjoyed every single session."

Rabbi Jacques Cukierkorn

     "Classes were excellent, Steve and the staff were friendly and it helped me get in shape fast."

R. Jackson

     “ We appreciate the time, effort, patience & kindness you gave to Andrew. One of our goals for him during his few weeks stay with us was to improve his focus & attention. You have helped us work on this goal.

Andrew Enriquez’s Grandparents

     "Last year, our 10 year old son Brockton enrolled in Bushidokan training with Steve Stillwell. We felt that it was important for him to learn "street self-defense", and depending on his interest, to expand his capabilities. His experience was exceptional - from a physical conditioning, mental concentration, and practical application perspective. And just as critical - he had a caring mentor, Steve Stillwell, who also re-enforced the importance of parents, education, discipline, and self-confidence."

Denise and Bill Conwell

     "Someone who has helped me grow in self-confidence is Steve Stillwell. He is my karate instructor and has taught me how to defend myself. When I first met Mr. Stillwell I was afraid that I would get into a fight at school and end up with a bloody nose and a suspension. I did not want that!"
     "After having worked with Mr. Stillwell for just a short time, I knew I could defend myself so that I would not end up with a bloody nose. But I would still get the suspension. I did not want that either!"
     "Now after really working with Mr. Stillwell I feel that I do not have to worry any more about fighting in general. He taught me that you do not learn to fight to beat people up. You learn to fight to not beat people up! And that has helped me grow in self-confidence. I have wanted that for a long time and now I have it! Thank you Mr. Stillwell!"

Kyle Cronan

     "Mr. Stillwell did not just teach me Karate, He taught me about life. I used to take Tae Kwon Doe but had to quit because everyone, even the instructors were not trying their best. I am still hugging my mom 3 times a day like Mr. Stillwell told me to."
     "Thanks for teaching me about Karate and life. If it were not for you I would still be sitting on a chair watching Jackie Chan.

T. J. Nigus

     "Steve Stillwell worked harder than any student I have ever taught. He approached his teaching career with the same honest intensity. I have seen the results of his teaching skills in the college-age students who trained with Steve since childhood."
     "They are among the very best Karate practitioners I have seen, and lucky to have received instruction from such a dedicated martial teacher. More, they are truly better human beings for knowing Steve Stillwell and Bushidokan."

Cody Randall