We have been in business in Portland for more than 25 years. Weve been able to achieve that because we take everyone's concerns very seriously at SBG, and seek daily to provide the best service possible for all our members. That said, it is very strange that you and several other people all wrote very similar reviews, within an eight hour period, on the exact same day. These reviews also contain dollar amounts we dont charge (and have never charged), and come from people who dont even live in this state, or have no other reviews on their profiles. We track every appointment by name, and everyone who visits signs a waiver. Neither your name or the others on this list have ever been a member, or visited the academy. We believe all these reviews are obvious fakes, and likely generated from a company hired by a competitor. However, if this does happen to be legitimate, please contact us at 503-230-7924. We never charge for services not rendered, have no record of anyone being mis-charged, and if someone is, all they need to do is contact us direct and we will gladly arrange a refund. We have received no such requests. Here are all the suspected reviews, received within a few hours of each other. Page Pennison 1 review an hour ago Zuzu Antu Local Guide 24 reviews 13 photos 2 hours ago William Gerstenkorn 1 review 2 hours ago Jason Kershall 1 review 3 hours ago Holden 1 review 7 hours ago Nicholas Harris 1 review 8 hours ago SogeKing D. Usopp 2 reviews 8 hours ago Greg Nakvosas 1 review 8 hours ago Mark Schulte 8 hours ago D M 8 hours ago
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Trying to charge you $380 for a contract when you only go to one lesson... AND MAKE IT CLEAR YOU want to just try it out before you commit. I've been to multiple gyms and never had this happen... More about the money than the passion Sad....
We have been in business in Portland for more than 25 years. Weve been able to achieve that because we take everyone's concerns very seriously at SBG, and seek daily to provide the best service possible for all our members. That said, it is very strange that you and several other people all wrote very similar reviews, within an eight hour period, on the exact same day. These reviews also contain dollar amounts we dont charge (and have never charged), and come from people who dont even live in this state, or have no other reviews on their profiles. We track every appointment by name, and everyone who visits signs a waiver. Neither your name or the others on this list have ever been a member, or visited the academy. We believe all these reviews are obvious fakes, and likely generated from a company hired by a competitor. However, if this does happen to be legitimate, please contact us at 503-230-7924. We never charge for services not rendered, have no record of anyone being mis-charged, and if someone is, all they need to do is contact us direct and we will gladly arrange a refund. We have received no such requests. Here are all the suspected reviews, received within a few hours of each other. Page Pennison 1 review an hour ago Zuzu Antu Local Guide 24 reviews 13 photos 2 hours ago William Gerstenkorn 1 review 2 hours ago Jason Kershall 1 review 3 hours ago Holden 1 review 7 hours ago Nicholas Harris 1 review 8 hours ago SogeKing D. Usopp 2 reviews 8 hours ago Greg Nakvosas 1 review 8 hours ago Mark Schulte 8 hours ago D M 8 hours ago
It is not an understatement to say that this gym has exponentially improved my quality of life. As a newcomer to Portland, the SBG tribe took me in as one of their own and I have made powerful friendships that are surely built to last. I would best describe the teaching here as "functional fundamental martial science". The staff are awesome and free weights, locker rooms, bathrooms, and shower available.
Great gym with plenty of room, access to free weights. All the coaches are personable and approachable. The classes have an emphasis on training smart and discourage " meat head" behavior. It's a very welcoming atmosphere and has plenty of storage for belonging
3/14/19 UPDATE: A FEW WORDS TO THE OWNER Why do you respond to other reviewers' posts? Albeit, you are emotional, self-aggrandizing, and ripe with rancor. Yet with my review, your silence comes off as diminutive. My question is rhetorical. However these are statements of fact: 1. You owe me money. 2. I jumped through your hoops and produced all the required paperwork in order to cancel a membership on time. One, I never actual did start. 3. My proof included: a copy of my new, signed lease -- showing I moved 50 miles away from your gym, my landlord's phone number, a bill with my new address, a bank statement with the membership charge, and a freaking hand-written termination letter. 4. I even hand carried all of this nonsense to you in a folder, tucked securely in its pockets. Because, I figured you'd say it was never received. I was wrong; Instead, you say nothing. Integrity looks nothing like you act. You should eat crow and correct your wrong. We all make poor decisions and knee-jerk reactions. It's difficult to correct something when you've hunkered down in your wrong for years. But, so what. Life is annoying like that. ------------- INITIAL REVIEW I can't tell you if this place has merit for its actual program. Their management and policies are a farce. I signed my daughter and myself up for a year. Approximately $1,300. Only because I also signed a contract that stated that I could cancel and receive my money back should I move outside of their vicinity and with proof. My job, unplanned, moved my position over 50 miles away to another office. I provided a copy of my new lease, a bank statement with my new address, and a handwritten letter stating my circumstances. Oh, and we never did make it to a single class. I literally spent about $1,300 for nothing. They have refused to refund me. This has been going on since 4/17. Don't go. Seriously. That's such an unethical, disingenuous, ill spirited approach to people and your reputation.
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