My security company hired Doug for training in pepper spray, baton and de-escalation. It was a fantastic experience I learned a ton of useful skills that 17 years in the field didn't teach me. I would highly recommend him we will do business with again.
January 2021
Doug is a patient and caring instructor. He takes the time to help you learn. If you want to pick up self-defense skill, make new friends, and get a good workout, check out Eastside Combatives.
January 2021
If you're looking for a place to learn practical self defense, this is the place to go. Doug's teaching has roots in traditional martial arts, but is presented in a contemporary framework with real world scenarios.Come and join us!
Eastside Combatives focuses on modern martial arts and combatives training. Our primary purpose is training in skills that are practical and usable in today's world.
We work with empty hands, stick, knife and firearms as these are the tools of modern personal protection and self defense.
The curriculum includes striking, grappling, take downs and ground fighting.
People with all levels of experience and training are welcome. This principle based system blends well with other martial arts styles and philosophies as it challenges the participants to take what they already know and expand and improve on their abilities.
Beginners benefit from the very first class as they begin to build a strong foundation and learn to protect themselves.
