Best gym around! Family atmosphere with phenomenal coaching!! Its so much more than learning BJJ -…read moreand for the whole family! Highly recommend!!

Our six year old grandson Steven has been studying Jiu-jitsu here for 9 months now. He has ADHD and…read moreis autistic. I was worried about putting him in a program that could train him more skills to hurt others, since he has past anger issues, due to his ADHD. I am blown away on how much this has helped him with all of it. As for the business itself, all the instructors are awesome and very caring. They're the most passionate and patient group of individuals I've ever seen. Steven's special needs teachers at school must of taught them how to deal with kids, because I've seen them deal with it all of it and never lose their cool. One thing I love the most is how much they teach respect to the kids. More skilled kids are always drilled to help and take it easier on the less skilled people and it shows, no matter what age group I watched practice. I played many sports throughout my life and I wish I knew about Jiu-jitsu when I was younger. Thanks to all of the instructors for all they do, y'all are awesome.

I was looking into BJJ academies to broaden my 10yr old daughter's technique when a long time…read morefriend recommended Island Grappling Academy and they have done that and much more. Such a welcoming team, always pushing her to go above and beyond, she's such a confident competitor now. I trust Mike and Aubrey so much that my 6 yr old niece, my dad and myself joined the team. They have such a clean facility, impeccable restrooms, private lockerrooms/changing rooms, a waiting area for the parents with a very clear view of the mats and a play room for the kids to wait in while parents train. This gym has become part of my family.

This is a great place the people are friendly and great they let me come time to time on a cheep…read moreprice and the teacher are chill every one they all deserve cookies

I've been going to this place for exactly one year and boy it has been an amazing place to be in! I…read moredid have reallllly epic pictures and reviews before but Yelp had deleted the previous page (the business owner consolidated the pages for all Elite branches and deactivated them so the owner can manage them 'officially'), and I have to start from scratch. Let me just say this is my background: -- I learned Muay Thai when I was in middle school but it only lasted 3 months since it was only a summer thing my parents wanted my siblings and I to do. -- In college, I took a cardio kickboxing class for 1 semester and I thought it was pretty nice but not a lot of self-defence (none at all actually!). It was taught by a really exuberant and energetic trainer and she (I believe to this day) still teaches cheerleading. Yes. My fitness instructor in college was a cheerleader coach as well!!! -- Lastly, I played college sports, so I had my coach along with my fitness trainer. They taught us how to train well and eat well. However, no self-defense discipline. Now, to the review: I ran across Elite MMA by accident since I was interested in doing martial arts again but I really needed the motivation to go to the mats. My type of work does not allow a lot of flexibility and it involves working at night, therefore, I'm usually tired by the time I get on, or lacked a lot of sleep, or I'm pretty much starving since my sleep/meal schedule is always changing. I am very good at reading people well (it's part of my occupation) and I must say I have never met such a personable Coaches like Robert and Julian. 1) They are very passionate about their students and their wellbeing --- if I ever had kids of my own in the future, I would feel comfortable having these guys train them on how to roll. I also watch Robert with his own kid, and I must say he loves him to death --- note to parents: if a man cannot manage his household in a loving way, how can you expect him to care for yours? 2) They are very active in BJJ and encourages ALL of us to continue training all year long. Robert and Julian also compete so they continuously learn new things and teach us new moves. This leads to the next topic: 3) The Coaches train us to roll SAFELY! This is very important to me since I am familiar of other gyms/fitness centres that do not care about your personal well-being, (and dare I say it!?), just want your money! If I can tell that they're pressuring me to join them, I'll just refuse their offer since my health is more important than being out of the job. 4) Accountability. When you're missing for more than 1 week, they send you an email to see how you're doing. If Robert has your mobile number, he'll make sure to check that you're ok. If I'm having difficulty going to class because of work or I'm ill, all I need to do is let them know and it will put Robert and Julian at ease :-D 5) They have monthly events going on all the time. There are competitions and belt promotions going on. Families enjoy it and are having a blast. You should check out their "Lock-ins!" There are pizza, movies, and fun games for the kids! 6) Lastly, I can't thank Robert and Julian and the rest of the guys and gals for their friendships. They promote healthy relationships in this branch of Elite (I am not sure how the other branches are like). Going to a BJJ gym like Elite is worth it if you can always look forward to meeting your classmates there. Bonus: They also have cardio kick boxing! I have not done that myself (I would but it's just overkill for me on top of what I have on my plate!) Overall, check them out and have fun! Coach Robert and Julian, (and pretty much all the guys/gals/teens) will make you feel at home. I have never regretted ever joining them and I will sorely miss them. I learned to be disciplined and to be able to take care of myself in all situations :-D

I've been to 2 Saturday morning, women's self defense classes and each time I learn more about…read moresituational awareness as well as ways to get out of possible dangerous situations. All of the instructors are patient as we learn new skills and they're very thorough with their explanations and demonstrations. Awesome place to gain strength and knowledge!

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My cousin took me into this gym for first time, got to spar for first time and learned some…read moreawesome techniques like how to arm bar, calf slicer & how to take someone down properly I recommend if your an athlete or someone looking to get back into shape for this gym everyone was nice and welcoming. Thank y'all for everything cant wait to go back

Absolutely adore this place, been going for 2.5 weeks and I've already lost 9.2lbs. Instructor…read moremakes it super easy and rewarding. I'm already obsessed!

Great people and very grateful for their business. My son has grown and learned about his strengths…read moreand his weaknesses and how to handle both of them.

Awesome place to train! I have been involved in the Martial Arts for a while now and can attest…read morethat the McCall family provides an excellent program! I was looking for a place to train that offered a traditional Martial Arts training atmosphere that was not pretentious nor boring. The first kickboxing class I took I knew this place was for real. Shortly afterwards I was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and have been "hooked" every since! I am 46 years old and started with the McCall Family at the tender age of 44. I have lost nearly thirty pounds and am in the best shape of my life. The instruction (Coach(s) Darren, Liz, Don, Aldo, Mike, Misael and many more) is second to none. Always pushing me to be better than I was yesterday! Highly recommended!

Surgery tomorrow at 10:30am. I cannot wait to get back to training. In the short time I have…read moregotten to know you and some of the others who train at ACS MMA, I have discovered you have a great philosophy/ideology/ethic and I wish I would have found y'all sooner! Hope to see you soon!

Love this place! Very cool peeps here. Welcoming and encouraging to the max!…read more :)