I started at EDS with no martial arts background, only an interest in Bruce Lee movies.  I had heard from a friend of mine that if I was going to start training I should look for a school that teaches a progressive martial art, which is exactly what EDS has to offer.  I like the fact that the techniques I learn are very practical.  One of the additional benefits of training at this school is being a part of such a positive group of people.  My training partners and I have formed a sort of family, at times I learn just as much from the fellow students as I do the instructors.