Bushi Kai Action Academy is hands-down the best martial arts gym around…read more They've just moved into a huge new space that's conveniently located in central Orem. As of this review, it doesn't have a traditional retail storefront or super obvious signage. I'm sure they're working on fixing that, and it's worth taking a minute to find it in the meantime. This place is clearly designed by people who actually train. They've invested heavily in high-quality mats and equipment so that you can learn how to strike or fall with real intensity while still feeling safe. Sensei Deven Davenport is exactly what you want in an instructor. He's fun and funny, but he also runs a tight ship. He makes training enjoyable and has a real gift for building confidence and self-esteem in his students. It's been fun to watch people improve here. It's an incredible skill to learn, and you can see it click when someone realizes they're capable of things they didn't think they could do. There's nothing quite like that "oh damn, I'm kind of a badass" moment. Deven has an unusual passion for martial arts, and you seldom find someone who knows as much about all the traditions and variations from around the world, on top of crunchy tactics for real-life self-defense, how to win tournaments, AND how to make a living doing this on camera as a stunt performer. If you're curious about martial arts for fitness, self-defense, discipline, or just because it's incredibly cool, Bushi Kai Action Academy is the place to go.

I had an amazing experience training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu - South Jordan! I was visiting from CA and…read moredropped in for Saturday morning class. Ryan and his team were incredibly welcoming and made me feel comfortable right from the start. Ryan's detailed instruction and the way he connects with his students truly stood out. I even stayed to watch the kids' class, and I was just as impressed with how patient, positive, and professional he was with the younger students. I look forward to training again with Ryan and his team! If you're looking for a supportive place to learn self‑defense and grow in confidence, I HIGHLY recommend Gracie Jiu Jitsu - South Jordan - this is the perfect spot!

I have been to many Gracie Certified Training Centers and Ryan's school is among the best! The…read moretraining is very detailed, but given in small bite-sized nuggets, that can be easily digested without feeling overwhelmed. The instructors bring combined, decades of teaching experience, so that nobody feels left behind.

Great place, great instructors, great Jiu Jitsu. Love the vibe and the people here. Down to earth,…read morewilling to learn, and work hard.

We had such a great experience at WestWind Karate! The classes are super fun, engaging, and…read moreperfect for kids. The instructors are amazing, patient, encouraging, and really know how to keep the kids excited while teaching them confidence and discipline. My kids always have such a good time and look forward to going back. Highly recommend WestWind Karate!

Can I take a minute to give a big shout out to my dojo! I've been studying here at WestWind for the…read morepast 5.5 years now, and little did I know how much it would change my life. I came into contact with the studio at the What Women Want Expo in April of 2017, and Mr. Kaneshiro, our head master of all three schools (Midvale, Sandy, and Kearns) was giving out VIP cards and had the promo of try a free month of karate for Women's month when you buy a gi ($20). I thought I'd try it for just the month, and a month got me interested enough to try a year. I didn't think I'd stay past a year, but here I am 5.5 years later having grown mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually and still working towards my black belt. To say this dojo has been life changing is an understatement for me, as I am not the same person who started 5.5 years ago. I have gained so much more confidence in myself as a person, and have learned to let go of a lot of the unnecessary junk that weighs one down in the day to day. I've also learned curriculum, which is broken down in each rank, continue to work on katas, and have been creating my own techniques, as required in the higher ranks. WestWind also has an annual Challenge (inter-school tournament) that challenges one to step outside their comfort zone to try something new or overcome the fear or performing in front of others. Our school is broken down into Early & Basic Skills (ages 3-6 y/o) and Karate 7 y/o+. It's great getting to learn alongside children and adults. You learn a great deal of control in the process. WWKS also has weapons and other techniques seminars throughout the year to prepare for disarming and future technique creations (for higher ranks). I can't say enough good things about the teaching and senseis (instructors). They really take the time to help you understand your movements, and they care about you personally. They want to see you succeed and surpass them. It's a big family with everyone working together to reach their goals and learn in the process. Thank you, WestWind! No

So friendly and welcoming! My kids have attended many martial arts studios, and never have they…read morefelt comfortable on day one. It usually takes months or longer! The skills they learn are incredibly useful!

My daughter Sophia loves Bobby Lawrence karate. Here's what she has to say, "I love Bobby Lawrence…read morekarate and what it has to teach me. I have always had a positive experience, and I am so close to my black belt and have learned many things from the wonderful instructors at Bobby Lawrence."

It's been several years since I've taken classes from this company, but it has left me a permanent…read morehorrible taste in my mouth. Fighting trauma and issues with having my disabilities ignored till I collapsed! Not only that, but there were so many issues with payments that is really frustrating...

Master Kim is wonderful. I have a 4 year old that goes there and has a blast. All your…read moreteenage/adult coaches are positive and support my son.

We've been bringing out soon to Bushings Ban, also known as Bushi Kai, for over a year. I am so…read morepleased with this wonderful facility and instructors. Owner is a wonderful LDS man with over 20 years of karate instruction, and academic teaching experience. Very kid friendly. They teach kids to be their best, and really earn their belt advancements. I love the belt advancements nights, and family nights. They also do loads of free activities for their students and families.

We have 5 year old twins (B&G). Sensi Jason has program that is easy for the twins to understand…read moreand is a step by step process to teach them martial arts skills, responsibility and self control. He has a solid belt/badge system that encourages them to participate and achieve. We have been attending for 6 months and the twins enjoy going every time.

The place was clean.. we took my son for a trial class and I was not impressed. If he wasn't doing…read morethe move or stretch right the teacher didn't correct him half the time. A 2nd instructor came and had to help and it was only 3 boys in the class, if you let one do the move wrong 10 of the 15 reps they are doing I don't see how they will learn. They also told the kids this wasn't a place for smiling..? We found a better more friendly and fun class down the road that was also slightly cheaper.