1. Martha has a quality about her that is apparent in her demeanor, appearance and presentation. Her determination to teach Martial Arts to the best of her ability, teach adult and youth students to have values, and keep the honor of her chosen style comes through in her teaching. I highly suggest anyone in her vicinity to check out her classes, or at a minimum take some time to get to know Martha and add her to your contact list. ~ Stan Cohen, President, ChiforLiving, LLC
   

2. We love the teachers and how kind and dedicated they are with the kids. The kids (ages 4 and 7) enjoy coming every week. They have learned better ways to deal with stress. They have also learned some self-discipline. ~ Birnbaum Family
   

3. Martha Heise is an excellent teacher in the art of Tang Soo Do. I highly recommend Rising Phoenix due to Martha's extensive training background and her passion.~ Jill R.
   

4. Samantha (age 9) has become more confident and her coordination has improved a lot.  Jessica (age 7) has come out of her shell and feels confident. Pride for both of them has been an unexpected benefit. They are so excited to show all their new moves and/or belts to their Dad and Grandparents. ~ Jones Family
   

5. We were looking for a fun, physical activity that could be accomplished 12 months of the year with the personal satisfaction of achievement. The girls gain physical fitness, learn about body health, develop courage, self-control, and friendships, and have fun. ~ Joyce Family
   

6. Our family has received numerous benefits from our involvement in Tang Soo Do. We are able to spend time together both at the dojang and home working on our skills. Each of us has benefited physically and mentally from the schooling.  ~ Turkington Family
   

7. •I feel better about myself and karate has helped me become stronger. I can focus more now and have set a goal to become a black belt. ~ Kyle, age 12
   

8. •RPMAA karate has helped me lose weight, increase flexibility, and reduce stress in my life. ~ Marcy
   

9. •As someone with arthritis, Ms. Heise’s school has given me back flexibility and mobility that I had lost and has allowed me to postpone surgery and live medication free. ~ Scott
   

10. Thank you for taking your valuable time in coming to my physical education class yesterday to present a program of awareness for our students. The discussion of physical fitness, peace of mind, self defense, and self discipline was awesome and well received by our students. ~ Kim M. Terwilliger, Pocono Mountain School District, Physical Education Dept.
    

Pocono Record Article - April 29, 2007

Pocono Business Journal 2008 Women in Business Awards - September 2008

1. Thank you so very much for speaking at the March meeting of the West End MS Support Group. Your demonstration was very interesting and informative. It was very well received by the group. As I said to you, “it was so quiet, you could hear a pin drop.”  That is unusual for our group. Thanks again. ~ Tom Hinkey, West End MS Support Group