Here's what a few people have to say about West Coast Jiu-Jitsu's Sensei Lori O'Connell:

Lori Sensei is a fantastic teacher who quickly earns the respect of her students.  During her time in Japan, she even impressed the other senseis who taught in Iwaki's community centre dojo. It's a real testament to her skills and ability to teach that, despite my being the largest student in her class by far (6'3", 210 lbs.), all of my fellow trainees were soon throwing and bouncing me off the mat!!! John Loynes (England)- Orange Belt, Iwaki JJ

I learned Jiu-jitsu with Lori Sensei in Japan for two years.  The training was hard, but she was a very patient and committed teacher.  I learned a lot about the difference between strength and technique and how being a woman is no excuse for a lack of either! Ruth Boley (England)- Green Belt, Iwaki JJ

Lori Sensei is always enthusiastic. Her classes are fun and full of energy. And you always come away from class having learned something. Tim Gorjanc- Black Belt, Hiscoe JJ

I had the great opportunity to learn from Lori Sensei in the Self Defense for Busy Women class. The techniques were effective and easy to remember. I am already a Tae Kwon Do black belt, but I believe the skills I've learned in my years of training wouldn't have been as practical nor as effective as the simple techniques Lori Sensei taught me. The class was fun and engaging, and the skills are invaluable. I recommend her class because her style of teaching makes for easy retention and a fast learning curve. I strongly encourage any woman who values her safety to take this awesome class! Elizabeth Abela, "Self-Defense for Busy Women" participant

Lori Sensei is the one! I learned how to be punched, squeezed and smashed in a smooth and instructive way. She taught us to defend ourselves, inspiring confidence by building on our experience one step at a time. Jiu-jitsu is fantastic and I miss it! Mauricio Kimura (Brazil)- Orange Belt, Iwaki JJ

I was really nervous about training in a martial art for the first time, but the learning environment Lori Sensei created made me feel really comfortable and safe. She ensured my success by pushing enough to challenge me, but never more than I was ready for. Jiu-jitsu was a great experience! Megan Wall (NZ)- Orange Belt, Iwaki JJ

Lori Sensei's natural talent and easy manner is such that even the difficult techniques made sense and seemed less complicated. The class was so fluid, relaxed, and enjoyable, I was actually surprised when it came time to test, at how far I'd progressed as a martial artist under her expert leadership. Ian Broom- Orange Belt, Hiscoe JJ, Ottawa

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