Renee's Amateur Kickboxing promotion at Sidekicks Martial Arts is a great contribution to the sport, to the fighters and to the Martial Arts community. My fighters appreciated the opportunity to get experience in a fair and well organized event. Her event will surely help train tommorrows World Champions!
-Master Al Garza, Former Golden Greek, Golden Gloves, & 7 Time Instructor of the year.
“I’ve had the pleasure of training with Renee Nolte a number of times. We have even invited her to the Krav Maga National Training Center to help teach classes here. From the moment I met her, Renee has impressed me with her dedication to improving herself, perfecting her skills, and increasing her knowledge. It’s a pleasure to have her as part of our Krav Maga family.”
- John Whitman, President, Krav Maga Worldwide
Renee Nolte is a GREAT Martial Artist and Instructor. I have trained with her for a couple of years now and have nothing but good things to say about her and her programs! She is hard working and dedicated to turning out good martial artist. Renee doesn’t give anything away…you earn what you get! I highly recommend Renee and the Krav Maga system to civilians and law enforcement alike. It is a excellent self defense system. You learn defensive skills and you get in shape! Both of which are necessary to survive in a Win Confrontation!
-Lee Santo, Head Police Trainer, TEEKS, College Station, TX
"In my law enforcement career I have endured countless hours of Defensive Tactics training. I always considered myself well-prepared for any street encounter, but when I began training in Krav Maga with Renee Nolte and her staff in August 2006, I realized that I had only scratched the surface of my knowledge of real self defense and survival fighting. Not only is Krav Maga a powerful strength and cardiovascular workout, it teaches you the proper mindset for officer survival and gives you the confidence that police officers need to work in an increasingly violent world. Renee Nolte is an excellent teacher who enables you to quickly learn Krav Maga techniques in a safe, fun, and realistic training environment."
-Chris Perkins, CSPD College Station. Heart of the Research Valley
I have been taking Krav Maga, KO Quickie, and Bag Class since April 2006. I love Krav Maga and think it is the best self defense system in the world. I have successfully lost 17 pounds and continue to lose weight as I attend. My confidence level has risen significantly as well as my energy levels and overall self esteem. I attribute my motivation to continue Krav Maga to the awesome exercise and health benefits, as well as the excellant staff at Krav Maga Sidekicks. Every single class I go to is a better class than before. You and your instructors continue to push me and motivate me into pushing myself to my physical limits. And that's another thing, I feel like I am getting a personal trainer everytime I enter the front doors of Krav Maga. I truly enjoy the positive attitudes presented by you and your staff. I will continue to use Krav Maga as my personal form of exercise and believe in your programs 100%. If anyone is looking to get in shape, lose some weight, rebuild confidence, be more alert, and learn a practical form of self denfense, then I would definetly tell them to come to University of Sidekicks in College Station.
-Bill Pitmon, Law Enforcement
Ms. Renee is very dedicated in teaching each and every one of her students and pushing them to their highest level. I've been taking Krav Maga classes for over a year and during this time, I am better mentally and physically prepared.
-Roy Shelton, CSPD
“Renee, I’ve been hearing great things about you down there, keep it up!”
-David Ferrero, TABC, Austin, TX
Renee, "I just wanted to thank you and your excellent staff and for the excellent training and experience Krav Maga has given to myself and my son Landen (12). I have noticed a change in Landen both socially and mentally since the start of our executive Krav Maga training. Landen is more focused and realizes that all tasks, like Krav Maga, have a beginning, middle and end, this includes school work and life in general. Landens grades have increased 5+ points since we started in November of 2006. Landen is also more outgoing and cordial with adults, he now speaks and shakes hands with other students as well as instructors before and after class, I am very proud of my son and have received numerous compliments from the instructors as well as other students about his attitude and maturity. Both Landen and I want to thank you and the "three amigos" we are addicted to Krav Maga and that is a good thing!"
-Lance A. Platt, Ph.D. & Business Owner"
"Thanks to dedicated people like you who are passionate about their careers and willing to volunteer their time in our schools, our students can experience "real world" applications for their learning."
-BJHS Teacher; Sandra Sommerlatte
"Thank you so much for your wonderful, positive and enjoyable time you spent with the children, you have no idea how much of an influence you had on my class. I have seen a difference in their behavior because of your influence. You have a wonderful gift and thank you for sharing it with us".
-Kathy Faske-Grace Lutheran Pre-K Teacher
"We enjoy Renee each year she comes, and look forward to her new and inventive ideas each time. She has a knack with children and a contagious desire to want to learn about safety."
-Administrator First Baptist Church School; Nancy Fritz
"It is people like you who make a difference in the lives of children today."
- BISD Teacher; Robin Cook
As usual, your message was mixed with words of positive reinforcement and that "can do" attitude. Letting the children know how important responsibility, respect and acts of kindness are is just as important, and you do a great job of reflecting that."
-Todd Wellmann, PE Coach, Alton Elementary
"Our campus has adopted a model called Positive Actions With Students, and Renee's presentation fell right in line with this model. She will be invited back next year, the children listened, participated and enjoyed the presentation".
-Buffie Mclendon--P.E. Teacher, BMS
"How impressed I am with you, your staff, the facility, and your class. What a great role model you are!"
-City of Brenham; Jennifer Eckermann
I am proud to be a part of Sidekicks Martial Arts where both Instructors and students foster a positive and encouraging environment and the stage is set for everyone who chooses to, to succeed.
-Tish Meeks; "3 kisses" Lead Singer
"You have impacted our kids lives, thank you for encouraging our kids physically & mentally through out their years living here. We are very thankful for all your help and all the love you have given to our family."
-Simon & Ricky Delgado
"As a Mother I want to thank you for touching my childs life. God sends us Angels to look out for us and I believe that you were Chris's Angel in Brenham.
-Mrs. Monique Vargos-Podorsky- Former Blinn College Mom
"What impresses me the most is how Ms. Renee selects her Instructors and how she knows how they will teach the kids."
-Narcotics Investigator, Sheriffs Office, DPS, City of Brenham Art Senteno
"The main thing I learned from this class was that no matter who you are, where you come from, what your up to, if you work hard and picture what you want, you can achieve it. Thank you Ms. Renee for everything, for being the person you are and the awesome teacher you are."
-Edgar Zapata-Blinn College Student
"You have made me realize that even when life gets tough, put your mind in what you enjoy and focus your attention there. Ms. Renee, you have been an awesome teacher, ands a great trainer, and I have learned more from you than in my regular academic classes!"
-Shannon Guffey-Blinn College Student
"You are definitely highly admired in my life. We all look to you and what do we see? We see beauty, strength, and the type of leadership that one obtains through blood, loneliness, great loss, pain and sorrow...but rising from the rubble and debris, there you are...standing strong and proud, arms out welcoming all of those who need you in their lives. You are a hero. You are my hero".
-James Robinson-Self defense + Cardio Kickboxing
“It is the best workout I have ever had. I have become more fit and agile, & I’m in better shape. The best thing is I feel happier and healthier after I leave the class. I like how Renee brings energy and a kick ass attitude to the class. With the way the world Is going, everyone should know how to defend themselves against criminals”.
B. Buerger
“This class was a blast. The Instructors were top of the line. This program is blowing up, everybody Is getting into all this”. -Tice M.
“This class Is great for achieving physical fitness, and Ms. Nolte is the best. All of the Instructors were great, all of them push me and made me sweat. I see this program expanding, the Instructors were perfect. I see Ms. Nolte having bigger gyms!.”
J. Colon
“Ms. Renee is a great Instructor because she knows her stuff and she is passionate about it. I have learned that although I am small I still have strength and can fight larger people. I see this program expanding and reaching a larger group of people because the instructors are committed about what they teach.” L. Pickrell
“I learned size definitely doesn’t matter, because Ms. Renee is little but she’s a tough lady. I see the studio getting bigger and more successful as more people see/hear about the positive effects of your program-it’s kind of a big deal!” B. Russell
As a result of taking your class I have gained confidence in my own abilities, coordination, & motivation to improve. This class has placed me on the right track to where I want to be. I consistently had a good time, it was fun!
-Blinn College Student-A. Moser
"I truly believe ya’ll are going to great places. I have heard nothing but great things & I have seen nothing but great things, you guys are awesome & I love your work!"
-N. Medack
