Sensei Banks is personable and professional. He provides an environment that is genuine and…read morestraightforward. Very pleased with what I found at this dojo.

I contemplated joining a Dojo and learning some form of martial arts for many years. I did so much…read moreresearch and came to the conclusion that most were exactly the same and I was not looking for ordinary. Enter Kenukan and their storied history. I decided to send the email and Sensei Travis decided to reply near immediately and ask if I wanted to come in a do a demo class and see how I like everything. I took the information and signed up a week later. After going through the 8 basic classes, I was presented with a choice of a monthly membership or a one time payment to go after a green, brown, or black belt. It was a tough decision because I knew it was a long term commitment but also knew I wanted this to be something I commit to and learn to the best of my ability. Hindsight, this has been one of the best decisions I have made and every class I go to proves just how special this place is. Not only are Travis and the other members some of the best people to learn from, but they teach techniques that one may not find at a cookie cutter martial arts place. This place is the real deal and I encourage anyone thinking of their new place to learn how to defend themselves, give Kenukan a look. This is truly one of the most unique places and I have learned so much even just within 1 year of going.

This is the most thorough, well-rounded, and extensive Martial Arts program in the KC metro area…read more You'll learn Muy Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Self-Defense, and Bushidokan, but unlike many MMA programs, you won't miss out on the foundational traditions and customs these styles are built upon. Sensei Travis Boggs is the most technically and tactically proficient instructor I've had the pleasure of studying under. I can say with no uncertainty you will not find a better program.

I started taking my oldest son here 7 years ago. He just passed his jr black belt test. I hope to…read moresee him be a leader and help teach others. My younger son just passed his brown belt test. I am looking forward to him hopefully getting his black belt in a year. I am very happy with this school. Besides karate they do kick boxing, sparing, judo, aikido, and weapons. I would recommend coming in for a free class.

Oh where do I start? Hang in there with me, this is sure to be a long one. My family of 5 all…read moreattended classes at Long's Shotokan for nearly 5 years. I took every adult class available; my kids took every kid's class available. 3/5 of us obtained shodan black belts under Mark Long over the course of the 5 years. All of that said, we had never been at another dojo so we were just rolling with the blows, not knowing that dojo life could be any better. Now that I have left, I know it can be infinitely better. Firstly, before testing for my shodan black belt, we each had "interviews" with Mark Long where he asked us one thing we liked and didn't like about either the testing process or the dojo in general. I told him that my dislike would be the many inconsistencies; i used his schedule as an example because it changes, unannounced, at least twice a year. The last schedule change cut classes down to 30 minutes, half of which is spent listening to sermon-like lectures and not working out. I was well aware of the dojo's Christian stance from the day I joined, as there are crosses and bible quotes hanging in the lobby, so that is not the issue here. The issue is that I was paying nearly $300 a month to learn self defense, not go to church. And okay, his rants aren't always religious themed, sometimes they are so far off in left field that I truly can't follow. Onto more inconsistencies though, to obtain your shodan black belt there is a grocery list of requirements you must meet to be eligible for testing. Some of these include: must have a yellow belt in aikido, must have an orange belt in judo, must have attended 4 tournaments, must pass the physical endurance part of the test (50 pushups, 50 situps in 3 minutes, followed by 50 jumping jacks and 50 burpees). I have witnessed many tests where the testers did not have these requirements met and were still allowed to test and pass. Just this past summer, I watched a man test for his Nidan (2nd degree) and pass without knowing the nidan kata or his self defense. I started to realize that he is running a belt factory. When I came to this realization I feared that perhaps I had been a product of the belt factory too, but I put those fears to rest when I remembered that on my own Shodan test, I was pulled into the office by the black belt board and told that I was "out-performing the rest of the students" and to "share some of my enthusiasm with the other students." sorry/not sorry, I took my training and testing very seriously because my entire reason for training in martial arts was to learn self defense to protect myself and daughters. It is VERY serious. But onward, my family is a mixed (caucasian and mexican). Over the years, Mark Long made multiple underhand racist comments towards my daughter and my husband. Another former black belt of his went on to work on the Border Patrol. He came to visit family and came into the dojo to train. Mark Long put him and my husband to spar one another and thought it was hilarious to announce that the Border Patrol Agent could beat my Mexican husband & send him back home. Let me add here that my husband was born in the states, this is his home. This exact same sparring match happened the next time that black belt visited too. (I am good friends with that black belt and even he has expressed the distaste that left him with; he felt extremely uncomfortable with it and considered walking out each time.) He would often make "Mexican hat dance" jokes to my daughter's footwork. He once did the Hitler hand salute while talking about Trump, in the dojo, during business hours. One of his other black belts told him that was inappropriate and he laughed it off. At a different time, he was talking about rolling a magazine on an airplane with the intent to beat a Muslim man because he feared he was a terrorist... he made a joke about terrorists yelling "aloha snack bar" before committing terrorist acts. He also called my very dark skinned daughter "Brown Bug" for years, when she repeatedly told him that she didn't like that name. He played it off as a term of endearment, but now I truly question that. When I went into the office to cancel our payments and leave the dojo, he had the audacity to question my husband's citizenship and say that perhaps he was here on a work visa. Again, I add that he was born in the states and we have been a member of the dojo for 5 years... he knew my husband was American. In the same conversation he listed off HIS black belts, "I have Mexican black belt; black belt who is a black guy, I have black belts that are gay, trans, etc." Which really threw me back because who keeps track like that? And portrays them as HIS? It's extremely disturbing. He told me 6x in an hour, "if you don't agree with me, get out and never come back." this is proof that you are not welcome there if you do not share his ideologies. The list goes on but it appears I have met the max character amount for a review and I cannot continue.

I was banned from this place because I wanted to cancel my membership and I wanted to cancel…read morebecause I had a lot of things going on and Trooper Gate is still closed And I was told I was a wishy washy student even though the first time I went I walked all the way off base just to attend class that was about at least 1hr and 30 minutes maybe 2hr and I did Trooper gate closed so I couldn't attend class and since I'm in the service my unit got a lot of things going on where I couldn't attend class I tried to get a friend to join and when she couldnt pay because her card wasn't working he just looked at her as if she was stupid and I got banned for no reason and Mr.Nathan has ego where he thinks he's doing you a favor for allowing you to attend his school R.S is up the street and is a better place to go to if you can't consistently make class and sign up and if you cancel he will ban you too and I had others warn me about Nathan and i wished I'd listen just a heads up

We are blown away by Elite Martial Arts in Olathe! We initially signed up for the 6-week trial and…read moreI didn't have any intention of staying with it after that, but two years later we're still here! The kids love it, the staff is amazing and the instructors are incredible! Everyone is positive and encouraging and my kids learn so much more than just self defense. They learn how to respect others, how to work toward achieving a goal, how to cope with a loss, and how to cheer on others when they are getting to do something they may have wanted to do themselves. I love the confidence and skills it gives them! I can't say enough positive things about the instructors and staff at Elite. They make it a very special place to be. If you are looking for an activity for yourself or your child I would highly recommend taekwondo at Elite Martial Arts!

Iasha is a GREAT trainer! I went to her for kickboxing/ self defense classes and she did not…read moredisappoint. Pros: Her classes are En.Ter.Tain.Ing. She almost distracts you from the fact that you're working out with the laughter (almost. But almost doesn't count and you'll definitely STILL feel the burn x-()Plus, she is energetic and detail oriented. And even though I was a beginner of beginners (never taken a class even) she was able to work with me where I was. She works personally with you one on one and ensures you have proper form/technique/everything. She even goes into detail about why you're using the parts of the body you're using and where you're drawing power from (which helped me tremendously). I found out with Iasha that I was punching and kicking wrong my whole life lol. Cons: None. I could say a con is she kicks your potootie in the sessions but hey - that's what she's there for! All in all, I would recommend Fit for the Crowne to anyone - beginner or advanced. Though her resume can be intimidating she is truly the "King" of kickboxing.

I don't think I can articulate how much I appreciate the community Mike and his team have built at…read moreKC SKA. From the second I walked through the doors I felt welcomed; the interactions with instructors and fellow students were inspiring and humbling. The energy, spirit, Chi, Ki, or however you wish to describe it is palpable in the Dojo, and leaves one feeling obliged to contribute in some way. I'm already looking forward to my next practice and many more for years to come.

I have been a student of this wonderful karate school for 5 years. If you want to learn a real…read moreKarate, this is it. The instructors have so much experience, very helpful, very funny and treat us like a family. I feel like going back to my family home in Japan each time I go to this Karate school.

Both my son and I were students of Sensei's previous dojo here in California. After a full day of…read moreschool, the kids couldn't wait to get to Aikido practice with Sensei. Although his primary focus is to teach kids to defend themselves, he also develops their self esteem and respect for each other. He makes it fun for the kids so they stay focused and interested in what he is teaching them. In the adult program, Sensei was always there to spend time with each of his students to make sure we learned proper technique and movement in safe and sound manner. He is a fantastic Aikido instructor and a great human being. Our loss here in California is your gain in Kansas. I highly recommend you join Samurai Club today!

Great instruction and a clean dojo. I am taking Tai Chi and looking forward to learningread more

Anthony Williams is well-versed in many martial arts including Tai Chi practice. The range of…read moreclasses from beginner to more advanced vary depending on who's attending, and the stretches, drills and learning of the forms is always interesting, fun and challenging, both physically and mentally. It's a great way to connect socially as well, and my doctor is thrilled I'm doing that will help keep my healthy as I get older. I highly recommend AKKA Martial Arts!