Excellent instruction and LeadershipI had the pleasure of visiting Testudo while I was home visiting my folks. My brother had previously gone and highly recommended the gym. Ervin has created an environment that is welcoming to adults and kids of all levels while keeping the safety of his students a top priority. I thoroughly enjoyed the technical portions of class as he masterfully presents the techniques and takes the time and gives the attention to make sure students both understand an execute effectively.The atmosphere is enhanced by the members of the gym who are also very kind and welcoming. As my brother said, they roll hard and fair and I felt safe for every visit... read full review
January 2024
First Class BJJWhile visiting my parents on a two week vacation I was welcomed by Erwin to his fantastic BJJ studio. I currently coach wrestling at Dream Art Nurnberg Germany and I am also learning BJJ from the ground up.From a coaches perspective I witnessed Erwin ability to teach conceptual BJJ and then drill down to exact coaching points for individuals that are children's age up to more senior grapplers.Erwin clearly recognizes the gap many gyms have in teaching takedowns and he easily teaches both throws and the best way to defend throws in his lessons. So if you need help on takedowns and want to develop your stand up game you have landed in the correct spot.from... read full review
May 2022
I've known Ervin for 20 years. We trained together briefly in college and after college. He is a REAL STUDENT of the Martial arts. His technique is high level and so is his character. If you have a chance to train with him or send your child to train with him or at his facility you should most definitely do so.Rhadi Ferguson, PhD2004 Olympian - Judo4x National Judo Champion
Excellent instruction and LeadershipI had the pleasure of visiting Testudo while I was home visiting my folks. My brother had previously gone and highly recommended the gym. Ervin has created an environment that is welcoming to adults and kids of all levels while keeping the safety of his students a top priority. I thoroughly enjoyed the technical portions of class as he masterfully presents the techniques and takes the time and gives the attention to make sure students both understand an execute effectively.The atmosphere is enhanced by the members of the gym who are also very kind and welcoming. As my brother said, they roll hard and fair and I felt safe for every visit... read full review
First Class BJJWhile visiting my parents on a two week vacation I was welcomed by Erwin to his fantastic BJJ studio. I currently coach wrestling at Dream Art Nurnberg Germany and I am also learning BJJ from the ground up.From a coaches perspective I witnessed Erwin ability to teach conceptual BJJ and then drill down to exact coaching points for individuals that are children's age up to more senior grapplers.Erwin clearly recognizes the gap many gyms have in teaching takedowns and he easily teaches both throws and the best way to defend throws in his lessons. So if you need help on takedowns and want to develop your stand up game you have landed in the correct spot.from... read full review
I've known Ervin for 20 years. We trained together briefly in college and after college. He is a REAL STUDENT of the Martial arts. His technique is high level and so is his character. If you have a chance to train with him or send your child to train with him or at his facility you should most definitely do so.Rhadi Ferguson, PhD2004 Olympian - Judo4x National Judo Champion