I wish this place relocated to where I live so I can take my kids here. The focus is on self…read moredefense and not just jiu jitsu. I stopped by for a drop in class. Everyone is respectful and welcoming. I didn't feel out of place.

Just an update. Still love Cantu's, but just wanted to make a correction to my review. There is,…read morein fact, another Valente Brothers affiliated school in Texas, but it is located in Spring. See my other review for this school. It is also owned by an amazing Valente Brother black belt and his school is just as amazing. For anyone who lives more north of Houston, this is an excellent option for self-defense Jujutsu.

My son love it. Highly recommended. The owner and his family are kind and nice. Maurino is easy to…read moretalk to and is great with kids. Give them a try!!!!

Gracie Humaita Houston is such an awesome academy , the learning environment is second to none and…read morethe level of instruction is the caliber you would find in Brazil. I have had the best experience training here and will continue to train with Professor Maurino, I would recommend this academy to anyone looking for self defense training and competition training.

Highly recommend! My son started in the Little Champs class when he was five, and after 2+ years…read more(and several belts later) the growth we've seen has been incredible. His confidence has soared and we've noticed a real improvement in his behavior both at home and at school. Coaches Troy and Charles are literally the best. They're personable, patient, and you can tell they truly care about each student. They go out of their way to make classes fun and host add-on events like extra training classes and themed "Parents Night Out" activities. The dojo is like our second home and we're so grateful for the positive impact this place has had on our family.

Coach Troy and coach Nelson are making classes SO FUN for our 3 year old. They take it seriously…read morebut have a blast and keep these kids engaged the whole time. My kiddo loves coming here every week!!

Impact Kickboxing Cardio isn't a professional environment for children nor adults. This place…read morecondones bullying and violent behavior that is morally wrong, and they accept and allow it during both kid and adult classes. The coach says that he is here to teach the kids how to defend themselves from bullies in the real world, but yet allows the kids to bully each other during the kickboxing class. I've witnessed firsthand on several occasions the coach allowing the kids to hit each other full force without stopping it once it escalates to something more serious. Another thing to note is that the headgear isn't mandatory or enforced at this facility. A child is more susceptible to get a concussion when they don't have headgear, which can negatively impact a child causing chemical changes in the brain and sometimes damaging their brain cells. His class motto is "If they hit you hard you hit them just as hard or harder back." I brought my kids to this facility for them to learn self-defense in a safe healthy environment. I didn't sign my kids up so they could feel scared or attacked by their fellow colleagues. This is supposed to be a healthy learning experience, not a place they fear. My daughter was put to spar against a boy twice her size, and her opponent would fight to try and hurt her not caring if he hit her too hard. His mission was to ultimately hurt her if he was given the chance. The coach doesn't think this kind of mentality is wrong. The coach would pair kids up this way during class not caring if the kids were of the opposite sex or bigger than the other or not on the same kickboxing experience level as the other. And as if bullying and violent behavior amongst the kids weren't enough, you also see parents on the sidelines yelling at their kids to behave in an overly aggressive manner. Parent's are allowed to yell and coach their kids to hit others in the face without limitations. This can negatively impact the children by making them feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, insecure, humiliated, and give them anxiety. The coach should be ensuring that this place is a place of fun, and skill development, not condoning bullying and violence. The parents should be supporting their kids in a positive manner, not bashing them from the sidelines. Coach Jeremy doesn't recognize the difference between guiding the children and verbally mistreating them during class. So with that being said this is NOT a place I'd recommend if you're looking for professionalism and a safe learning experience.

Jeremy takes his time to teach you what to and how to have good form. If you are serious about…read moregetting fit. Jeremy will help you. I do semi private training. We love it and Jeremy. He is tough but is there to push you and help you.

What a fantastic school! Great teachers, great community, and a really nice facility. It's…read moreeverything I could have wanted and more. The coaches are very patient and explain everything in great detail. They also have a heavy focus on safety, and really look out for you during practice.If you want to learn BJJ, or want your kids to learn, this is for sure the place.

Amazing gym. Works class athletes that actively compete. The culture is friendly, humble and…read morerespectful. Kids class has a great variety of kids (sizes, ranks, male and female). The adult classes have active competitors, casuals, men, women, young and older. There is classes available from 5:30 am, noon, evening and weekends. Class structure is typically warmup, instruction, active drilling, positional training, free rolling. High integrity instructors that roll with students. Most nights you will have more colored belts than white belts.

Master Ness is amazing. Very skilled and works very well with kids. Started bringing my son here,…read morehad such a great experience, my daughter wanted to join also! Teaches great respect, self control, focus, and confidence! Highly recommend this dojo!

Master Ness is great with the kids. Karate is amazing for kids to learn structure, discipline and…read moresense of belonging.

I have been training here for years now. Jesse is one of the best teacher in Houston by far…read more Very humble and friendly. More than anything the entire gym feels like a family. Highly recommend it !!

Very nice school taught by the knowledgeable Jesse Bailon. Highly recommend. Very clean gym and…read moregreat instruction. If you're in the area, definitely go check it out.