We are new to first choice. I come from a strict goju ryu dojo. I enrolled my daughters and was…read moreexpecting the intense discipline I was used to. At first I though first choice was lax. But then I saw the systems in place to teach not only karate but the whole person. Each class I started to "get it" more and more. The classes are fast paced and coordinated. This keeps the little ones interested. The belt system and leadership by younger students was new to me.....and It is excellent. Sensei has put together a well, well oiled machine that is evident to me now. Self defence, confidence, discipline all in a motivational and supportive environment. Top marks to this fine dojo.

First choice martial arts is a great place for karate, my kid likes it a lot …read more Excellent instructors!!

Great supportive environment for kids and their parents. Instructor Pavan and Master Min are very…read moreskilled in TKD their staff as well and also teaching the life skills and respect to children. I cannot recommend enough this location for those who are looking for the martial arts place. It is the right place!

I was an advocate on getting my 5 year old Son into Martial Arts, I've researched a lot and thought…read morethat Taekwondo was the chosen one. This year once the kids started school here in Oakville, I called "Rising Sun" and spoke with Master Danni, he was very pleasant and helpful and invited us for a free week trial. On the first day, they treated my son as if he belonged there already and on the second day we signed up for their One Year Program. My Son is So excited and said that he wants to become a Black belt and even if it takes him Ten years, he will get it... So glad that he is enjoying it and I know a huge reason for it is this establishment. Thank you Master Martin and Master Danni, looking forward to a Great Journey ahead!!!!

Our daughter is almost 8 and we have been taking her to Woods Premier Martial Arts for nearly 3…read moreyears now. In that time our daughter has grown tremendously. Her self confidence has gone through the roof. The instructors are great and all the kids seem to adore them. Once a month a kids party is hosted at the gym and our daughter hasn't missed a single one. As a father of two small girls, it helps me sleep a little better at night knowing that when they finally leave home they will have acquired the necessary skills to properly defend themselves if the need were to arise. I highly recommend Woods Premier Martial Arts for both the children and their adult self-defense classes.

I am a mature adult martial arts student. I have trained elsewhere. At Toraguchi you do much more…read morethan train. It is a true nurturing, 'get the best out of me' dojo. This provides self-improvement of mind, body and spirit to all students - young and old. Opened in 1999, it is family owned and operated with an expansive set of connections within the martial arts community locally and internationally. It is a friendly and informative learning atmosphere with a Sensei who always attends directly to students growth. The instruction is tailored to each student, not to a dojo 'formula' or teaching method. We all are individuals and treated as such. Sensei Jonathan teaches all classes, and students routinely get one on one guidance. He maintains traditional GoJu Ryu karate values of courtesy and respect. There are regular on the mat in depth discussions as to the 'why's' behind what is taught. This greatly helps student's understanding of the meaning and connection between techniques. Sensei constantly educates himself, and this shows in the way he teaches students. He has a wealth of practical knowledge and teaches it well. Parents bring their children to attend classes; then join themselves.....what better reference can you get. The dojo is very conveniently located close to the QEW at Bronte, Lakeshore and Bronte Go Station in Oakville, with ample free parking. I highly recommend this dojo.

High quality and caring members of the Toraguchi team makes this dojo a one off a kind.read more

Instructor Sasha is a Rockstar! My son has been following this instructor for about a year. He now…read morehas his own gym and we have followed him from the old place. I am so pleased with my son's progress. His confidence level and since of accomplishment are at a all time high. Flat rate for the month and he goes 3 to 4 times a week. The gym is modern and we'll thought out. Can't say enough good things. We will be signing up for the after school program for sure next year.

Day and night comparing to OMAC. Not only the establishment is way better and nicer but the…read moreinstruction is way better. There really is no comparison. Day and night. I am regretting mot having switched my kids earlier.

Our son started when he was six or so, and he is still going now at age 17 (and a junior black…read morebelt). Shudokan is a great place to train your mind, spirit, and body and they make each newcomer feel welcome and appreciated.

We first found the dojo when my oldest child turned 5, and we decided that some karate classes were…read morein order to help him burn off all the extra energy. As a parent I sat and watched the class in the nice open dojo (not like some of the other dojos we visited where parents are kept behind glass, or worse - not allowed to watch at all!) and was really impressed with the varied, challenging, and fun exercises he was doing. The children's instructors at this dojo are really quite genius at getting the kids involved, keeping them engaged, and teaching respect and discipline. After a year we noticed a big difference in my son - he was more focused at home and at school (yes, even at only six years of age!) and he was always ready to go to karate. After watching on the sidelines for a couple years I finally decided it was time to join the dojo myself. I can tell you that this is not a McDojo. The head instructor, Sensei Tetsuji Nakamura, is the chief instructor of the International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karatedo Federation (I.O.G.K.F.) and holds a seventh degree black belt. Other instructors are similarly highly ranked and they have truly earned their positions. This is a place where you work hard to move up the ranks... don't expect a black belt in one year! However, it is also a friendly and welcoming place where there is a real sense of community. I have been a student at Shudokan for six years now and have loved every minute of it!

This is a legit BJJ academy. High level competitors train and teach there. For real, the victory…read morewall is covered with medals. The coaches are very high level and will push their students to excel. My 9 year old daughter and myself are members. We both love it. There are a lot of parent and children members; that speaks to the quality of the place. I've been there for a year and the membership has continued to grow steadily. Try it out, you'll see.