After trying Max Academy's homeschool martial arts class with our co-op, my son was hooked and…read moredecided he wanted to continue training more seriously, so we were thrilled to have Forge open recently right down the street! The instructors are all fantastic at giving the perfect combination of challenging training and encouragement and we love that they focus on character development off the mat along with technique and execution on the mat. It's clear that they love what they do and are passionate about sharing it with the kids and adults that attend their classes. The facility is always immaculately clean and there's always a great friendly vibe from the kids and parents waiting as well. Our family couldn't be happier to have joined the Max Academy family!

My daughter loves Max Academy! She has grown so much since being in their classes and Forge has…read moreallowed her expand and sharpen her skills while feeling part of a close-knit family. We're thrilled Forge opened up so close to home, too!

I have been attending this academy for a few months, and my experience has been exceptionally…read morepositive. The instructors are thorough and clear in their lessons. The classes are great for people of all levels of experience and fitness. I had no prior experience with BJJ, however I felt welcomed and the instructors take the time and effort to make sure each and every member is understanding and improving. Most days of the week they have two classes available for adults one at 11am and the other at 7pm. When I was looking for schools I was looking for places that had early morning classes, but unfortunately none of the schools I was interested in the area offered any. Whether you are looking for a new hobby, getting in shape, learning self defense, or whatever your reason may be, I could not recommend this place enough. My child is not yet old enough to attend this academy, but the instructors appear to be great with the kids and make the instruction fun and challenging for them. I look forward for my little one to be old enough to enroll. Overall this place is very welcoming, the instructor's are great, and the facility is clean.

My kids went there for a bit and I had to change gyms. They have good qualities but ultimately I…read morefelt I wasn't getting my money's worth. For kids classes they could go 2x during the week and they had a Saturday class. Often times one of the kids classes would fall near a holiday so the gym would close. Sometimes the gym would close for holidays that really didn't effect the class times. It just didn't feel like we were getting what we paid for. Most of the class was spent doing warm ups and drills. I rarely saw the kids spar. We went to a different gym where we are able to go 5-6 times a week and the kids spar every day. My oldest on his first day was tossed around by the smaller kids which showed how much he wasn't really learning at Ricardo's. Now my kids have become new warriors and can legitimately use self defense a lot better. Hopefully this is just my experience, the teachers are great and I wish them all the best. Thank you.

Just like that saying "it takes a village" this is how we have felt from day one, the instructors…read morehave focused not only on teaching excellent martial arts skills, but also on building discipline, respect, confidence, kindness, and community! Sensei Daniel and Sensei Gabe genuinely care about every student and create a supportive environment where children are encouraged to work hard. One of the things we appreciate most is that this school teaches children that true strength comes from self-control, humility, and helping others--not intimidation. If you're a parent looking for an activity that builds character, confidence, resilience, and leadership while keeping your child active and engaged, It has been one of the best decisions we've made and wish we had enrolled sooner! Also the community of families that bring their children here are incredible and respectful!

My son joined Max Academy Edge when they first opened and I'm so glad we found them. He's learned…read moreso much and gained so much more confidence, it's been a complete shift in his personality since joining. They don't just teach how to use your body in self-defense, but they also teach leadership, how to use your voice to speak up and advocate for yourself and others, they teach how to be kind and inclusive and they also have so much fun. Sensei Daniel and Sensei Gabe are thee absolute best and such great role models for the kids. Also love when Sensei Adam comes to visit! All of the Senseis and Ms Ashley at the front desk know everyone by name, even the parents and it feels like a true community when you step into the studio. Highly recommend joining, these are skills for life, not just on the mat.

We absolutely love our daughter's Judo classes with Mr. Jason! He is incredibly patient, kind, and…read moredetailed in teaching traditional Judo techniques, making sure every student understands how to move effectively and safely. Each class begins with a short piece of biblical wisdom and he incorporates lesson on respect throughout the class, , often drawing from traditional Japanese customs. It's an excellent element of learning respect that the kids would otherwise only get from travelling to Japan. The classes are a perfect mix of fun and structure: kids start with play, then move into cardio, stretching, technique, and even get to test their skills in mini sparring sessions. Mr. Jason is truly an excellent teacher--engaging, encouraging, and full of knowledge and expertise in judo. Judo itself has been amazing for our daughter. It's helped her develop discipline, efficient movement, and real-world problem-solving skills. And as a close-contact, non-striking martial art, it gives her tools to manage conflict with control and confidence with no punches or kicks needed, which is what gets kids expelled from school. All this and the Scholars Academy is truly remarkable. It isn't just a martial arts dojo - it's an athletic community of good kids and amazing influential instructors. We love it! Highly recommend!

I highly recommend Cesar Gracie Academy for children ages 4-6. I have been taking my son here for a…read morelittle over a month and I'm just blown away by the progress he has made under the training of Mr. Gabriel Neves. Mr. Neves is an excellent teacher and trainer of Jiu Jitsu for children and I'm sure for adults as well. His command of the class is amazing. He has the right amount of fun but stern personality that instructs the class well but the kids also understand that there's a serious side to the sport. His approach to teaching children is top-notch and my son is really enjoying it. Lastly, value for the school is amazing. I can take my son to 4-classes a week, Monday Thru Thursday for one set price a month. For parents looking for best bang for your buck, this is it. To get started all you need is the Gi which you can come a few times in gym shorts and a tshirt to make sure your child likes the class first. Also you might want to get a rash guard for under the Gi. The guard is beneficial in many ways, plus it's great for Wednesdays class no-gi Jiu-Jitsu. So far a month and half in I'm blown away by Cesar Gracie Academy. Also, Ms. Tina is also very good at answering questions, walking your child through gi fittings and just being a great ambassador to the sport and school.

My son just started training here and so far so good. He trains every day in the evenings and I'm…read moreexcited to see what he learns. They are very focused and driven. He now trains with other teens and adults since he is now 14. The facility is clean and I like that all the windows are clear so we as parents can see what they are practicing.

My daughter Savannah loves training at Checkmat. The coaches are great with kids--patient,…read moreencouraging, and focused on building confidence and discipline. Awesome environment and culture. Highly recommend.

The Brentwood Checkmat gym is a great place to learn Jiu-Jitsu. Our 5yo daughter has been going for…read moreseveral months and has a blast. She learns every time and has made great progress, showing improvements in not only the moves and techniques but her self confidence as well. Coach Thiago and team are super helpful and understanding, fostering a wonderful environment for kids to learn, unlike some more "stringent" gyms around (no credit check to join here! ;). Highly recommended! I'm sure my daughter will take JJ for years to come after this great start. Will be enrolling our 2nd child once old enough.

Its always a joy bringing my daughter to class .She leaves class with different defensive moves…read morealmost every class & practicing the ones she has learned already . Definitely will continue with this program.

Twin Tigers Academy of Self Defense is such an amazing place! The instructors are amazing and they…read morewant you to push you to be your best self! I would recommend this to anyone and everyone!

Have been taking classes for a year at Big Break. Instruction is great. All of the students have…read morea good attitude and are very helpful especially to beginers. There are classes for all ages and all genders.

A wonderful academy that's spacious and well maintained. Head Instructor David is very…read moreknowledgeable and teaches with patience and expertise. I try to show up when I can to get his advice on bettering my all around Jiu Jitsu game. Coach Samantha is always very professional, nice and very proactive in making sure everyone is included. She is also very knowledgeable in her own right, with great coaching skills. Sparring with the both of them Is very fun, challenging and informative. I definitely recommend Big Break Jiu Jitsu for beginners and advanced level jiu jitsu practitioners. It is a great gym for everyone in the family.