Im a retired Marine with combat fitness training and Marine Corp Martial Arts Instructor. Nabard Combat training is great for anyone who is serious about learning. The training is at your ability to learn. The work you put into the training is what you get our of it!

When do you attend training? Or do you have private classes? I’ve been a student for many years and have never heard of you nor have I seen you in any classes or mention of you by any other students. As far as Master treating women with more kindness; the only thing I have ever experienced is a humble instructor who does anything and everything for ALL of his students. Master has treated his female students with upmost respect and admiration; his purpose is to make women be strong and capable of anything. Master has many female students who have been with him for 20 years or more. He has many female students because of training techniques and the results of the training. He treats you as an individual not a female alone; he brings out your inner WARRIOR. These accusations are an attack not only to me, but all of the other students as well; but especially the female students who actually do train. Master has spent his whole life serving his students!! He’s a kind person to all, but there are always those who choose to take advantage of his kindnesses. In this age it’s a sad fact that there are people who prey upon his kindness, and seek people out like him to gain for themselves. So for you, a person who has never actually been a student; how dare you accuse this man with these vague accusations. I’ve NEVER seen this, nor experienced it. You M’am are a LYING FRAUD!! How dare you try to harm this mans life’s work!!

I dedicated nearly 10 years of my life to this academy before ‘master’ marco kicked me out for no reason other than his own pettiness. During the last 3 years I was here, I ran his business for free and led all training classes. I wouldn’t trade what I achieved here for the world, however his business deserves no more than a 1 star (if that) because of the way I’ve experienced him treat people over the years. Good luck with your training.

Its been a rough year. I have found myself unexpectedly a single mom with more responsibilities than I can count and the weight of the world on my shoulders. I needed something in my life that made me feel less vulnerable and more in control. Of my mind, my body, and my circumstances. Training under Master Safakhoo has provided just that. His unique brand of martial arts training makes me feel empowered, strong, and capable. The forms I am learning are like a moving meditation that allow my mind to let go of all I cant control to focus on what I can control: namely my body and my attitude. If youre willing to put in the work and the effort to be present and disciplined, there is no better place to get a great workout, learn a valuable skill, and find the warrior within.

I recently joined Nabard Combat and I must say it is what I have been searching for. The people and the atmosphere are extremely welcoming. Master Safakhoo is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about martial arts and loves to teach.

Although the training is good, Master Safakhoo treats certain people with more kindnesses than others. Really, just woman. But when Master Safakhoo does not get what he wants from women, he expects kindnesses to repaid in full. I guess kindnesses are not really just helping a friend in need when expect to be paid back one way or the other.

If you want to be the best you can be at your present age, and if you really make the effort, you won’t be disappointed with your experience training under Master Safakhoo. I started training with Master Safakhoo when I was 63, and am continuing 21 years later. He will work with you individually and help you reach your goals. It takes time, determination and hard work, but you can develop your strength, stamina and self confidence beyond what is expected of your age.

I have attended NABARD for around 4 months with my 12 year old son and the extremely positive experience we have received has translated into all aspects of our lives. My personal mental and physical capabilities have expanded greatly, and Grand Master Safakhoo provides the EXTREME expertise to reach your potential. Master Safakhoo is able to lend 40 years of experience to the learning process which is immediately obvious upon first contact, and more importantly he is genuinely interested and involved in his student’s positive progression as individuals. All ages are welcome and the senior students are friendly in addition to being very helpful. If you want to make an extremely wise choice for your personal health and growth and become involved in what is the best training our area has to offer then there is no better place/person to accomplish it with!

I took Kung fu from Grand Master Safakhoo back in 1988 and have not been able to find any other school like it. I would highly recommend his school for all age groups. I signed back up recently and we have all age groups that attend from young kids to 80+ yrs old. This is a school that you will get instruction from the Grand Master and he is able to take a class of people at different skill levels and ensure each person gets individual instruction that their own abilities. High recommend, go for it!Nabard/Kung Fu Academy

Absolutely the best combat school in Pensacola! Youll be surprised what your body can do!

I am not gonna ralk about the academy.. i am going to take about Master Safakho.I swear i cant even look at his eyes. I am practicing Taekwondo for more than 30 years and my experience with Martial art is really goodAfter meeting Master Safakho i swear he is one of the greatest experience and respect person i ever met.I am telling you i cant even put my eyes in his eyesAll respect Master and its a pleasure and big honor meeting and dealing with you Master.

I love Master Safakhoo. He has a way of making me feel like I can do anything. He pushes me to try harder and not do things the lazy way. Seriously, the best workout I have ever done.

Master Safakhoo has 40 years of experience teaching Martial Arts. He has created many total body fitness programs to keep one fit. From conditioning to sparring to self defense. If you want a way to be active & healthy & defend yourself, come to Nabard & see for yourself. Master Safakhoo will train you to become the greatest person you can be!!!!!!

I was totally spent after training. I gave everything that I had, and left nothing in the tank. This type of pain and sacrifice is beautiful

Wow! I dont know if words can express the type of experience you recieve here? Ive been a student of Master Saffachoo since I was about 18 years old, Im 45 now.I have trained in many other arts as well. BJJ., krav Maga, and Akido, while each one of these arts deserve respect I keep coming back.with Master Saffachoo and his intivated way. If you tran with him you will give blood sweat and tears but at the end you will find your warrior with in.

If youre looking for a serious fitness experience, this is the place to be. In our classes were all there to respect, teach, and learn from each other. If youre willing and put in the effort towards it, you will be pleased with the results.

Legit. I wanted a real combat class and thats what I got. One of the best decisions in my life. Come try it out. If you are lazy, dont waste your. time.

The longest standing martial arts school in Pensacola. A great place to train. Ive been going to Nabard for 5 years now. Safakhoo tailors the workout to the individual. The atmosphere is friendly and noncompetitive. However, if you attend, be ready to sweat! Be prepared to discover where your specific physical limitations are and surpass them. This is a school for the committed. As with most education, you get out of it what you put into it. Students range in age from teens to individuals in their mid 70s and come from all walks of life. Ive also been pleased with Safakhoos willingness to work with my schedule. Prices are extremely competitive.

Top notch instruction and all around friendliness and encouragement for anyone willing to improve themselves, whether it be in self defense, getting in shape, or mental health.

After suffering from a rear end collision, i was a little skeptical about taking classes at Nabard Combat. I had just undergone a knee and back injury and was in the middle of rehab. On my original visit, i informed master Safahkoo that though i was interested, i felt that i was too weak at the time and would only further injure myself. Master then with confidence mentioned how many years of experience he has had in the business, and that he could not only heal my back, but help protect it against further injury by extreme conditioning. i was told to go home and repeat an exercise every day and night for a week. The next week, without a second thought, i enrolled and have now been a student for a little over a year. i feel i am in the best shape of my life as well as stronger and more flexible than ever. I am now looking to soon fight competitively in an amateur division and being trained with the best technique one could ever ask.