Business Details
31 Years
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Your Trusted Martial Arts Community in Portland
Quantum Martial Arts is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit martial arts community dedicated to fostering physical and mental growth through a unique blended style of martial arts. Founded in 1995 by Master Rachael Evans, our organization operates dojos in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco, serving students of all ages and experience levels. Our approach combines elements of Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun, Judo, and Arnis with mindfulness practices to create a transformative learning environment. With over 35 years of experience, Master Evans leads a team of dedicated instructors who emphasize community, inclusivity, and personal development. We offer sliding-scale tuition and scholarships to ensure accessibility, while maintaining a non-competitive atmosphere that prioritizes individual progress.Our Portland location, established in 2020, features a remodeled community dojo that enhances the training experience. Students benefit from structured curricula with regular belt promotions, community events, and opportunities to train across our sister locations. Our instructors bring decades of combined experience, including Chief Instructor Brad Lyons, who holds a first-degree black belt and has studied martial arts since childhood. We focus on helping students develop strength, confidence, and discipline through programs tailored to adults, teens, and children as young as four years old. Our commitment to growth extends beyond physical training, incorporating values like integrity, perseverance, and self-control into every class.
Services
Adult Martial Arts
Kids Martial Arts
Teens Program
Quarks Program
Community Events
Self-Defense Classes
Belt Promotions
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer a unique blended martial arts style developed over 35 years by Master Rachael Evans
- Our Portland dojo provides month-to-month membership with no long-term commitment
- Sliding-scale tuition and scholarship programs ensure accessibility for all income levels
- Instructors include Chief Instructor Brad Lyons with 10+ years of Quantum experience
- Students gain access to training across three regional dojos in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)3
Services
Adult Martial Arts
Our adult martial arts program combines Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun, Judo, and Arnis with mindfulness practices. Classes include calisthenics, line drills, partner work, and sparring concepts. Designed for all skill levels, this program builds physical strength, mental discipline, and self-defense capabilities while emphasizing community and personal growth.
Kids Martial Arts
This Tae Kwon Do-based program for children focuses on character development through structured training. Students learn courtesy, integrity, and self-control while improving physical coordination and confidence. The non-competitive environment encourages personal progress with age-appropriate instruction that builds foundational martial arts skills and life values.
Quarks Program
Specially designed for ages 4-5, this program introduces martial arts fundamentals through obstacle courses and balance exercises. Children develop motor skills, focus, and social abilities while learning basic forms and target practice. Each class concludes with circle time to reinforce martial arts tenets in an engaging, age-appropriate format.
Teens Program
This mixed-age program for preteens and teens combines physical training with character development. Students build strength, confidence, and discipline through martial arts instruction tailored to adolescent needs. The curriculum emphasizes practical self-defense skills while fostering a supportive environment for navigating teenage challenges through martial arts principles.
Belt Promotions
Structured belt testing occurs every 6-8 weeks with progressive requirements from white belt to black belt. Each level includes specific techniques, forms, and philosophical concepts. The promotion process emphasizes personal mastery over competition, with community participation through dojo cleaning and peer support during testing events.
People
Brad Lyons
Chief Instructor
Chief Instructor Brad Lyons began Quantum Martial Arts in Portland in 2020 after training with Master Evans since 2012. A first-degree black belt with over 30 years of martial arts experience, he combines traditional Tae Kwon Do training with Quantum's blended style. Holding advanced degrees in engineering and business, he brings structured leadership to Portland's dojo.
Master Rachael Evans
Founder
Master Rachael Evans founded Quantum Martial Arts in 1995 with over 35 years of experience. A sixth-degree black belt, she developed the organization's unique blended style incorporating Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun, Judo, and Arnis. As head instructor, she continues to shape the curriculum while maintaining active involvement across all three regional dojos.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach a unique blend of Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun, Judo, and Arnis developed by our founder over 35 years. This customized system emphasizes practical self-defense and mindful movement.
Are there family membership options?
Yes, we offer family memberships with discounted rates for multiple family members. Monthly dues for additional family members start at $60 per month.
Do you offer trial classes?
We provide two free introductory weeks of classes with no obligation. This allows prospective students to experience our training environment before committing.
What age groups do you accommodate?
We serve students from age 4 through adulthood with specialized programs for Quarks (4-5 years), Kids, Teens, and Adults in separate classes.
Are there testing and promotion requirements?
Belt promotions occur every 6-8 weeks with progressive requirements. Students must demonstrate technical proficiency and philosophical understanding to advance through our structured curriculum.
