I have been training at Daniel Gracie (Grand Rapids) for a year and a half. I am a bit in the older…read moreside (50 yrs), but I was welcomed with open arms on my first class. Everyone is rad and chill. All the coaches are top notch and give personal tips and instruction on a regular basis. They take the extra time to help my progress. The brand new gym is huge and has everything a person could possibly want/need. The culture is definitely a bit more on the aggressive and end, but this IS a combat sport/martial art. The owner is tough, but he pushes me to be better. He doesn't tell me what I want to hear, but he speaks what needs to be said. He is honest with me regarding where I am and where I need to go in my training. If you are willing to learn, grow, and be stretched...this is the place for you! The first class is free. Come check us out!

Great people! Lots of personal attention. They treat…read moreeveryone like family, everyone helps one another.

Hands down best dojo!! This place is very lucky to have the top Senseis!! We are very blessed to be…read moreable to be apart of the PMA family!! YOU ROCK!!

I have already left a google review, but I wanted to make one extra review, because I know…read morefirst-hand how other parents can relate and struggle with the same. My son has autism, and has been diagnosed as having a comorbid diagnosis of an anxiety disorder. Recently, his anxiety spun out of control, and we found out that he was receiving medication that was counteracting what it was supposed to do and causing his increase in anxiety. He is 11-years-old, and it was gut-wrenching to watch as a mother, and extremely disappointing when his anxiety held him back from completing the requirements to test for his next belt. After his doctor's appointment one day we stopped by the grand rapids location and was able to talk with Sensi Sasa. Sasa sat down with me and listened to the struggles I was having with my son and took interest in what the medical plan was for my son as well as the psychological plan. Sensi Sasa cared, and for a mother with a child with special needs, that was something I so desperately needed...especially at that time! Sensi Sasa cared and reassured me that my son would still be able to test and would be able to make up any activities that were required for testing for his next belt. Sensi Sasa said, "This is what I want for this organization...not to just teach our students kicks and punches, but to help them gain confidence and strength both physically and emotionally." Sasa asked what to look for in my son when he's becoming overly anxious and reassured me he understood and was there to help. I've felt like I've been screaming on the inside for years to get doctors and teachers to just listen to me. I truly wish there were more teachers like Sensi Sasa out there, because the care he gave by just listening to me and empathizing with me while also encouraging my children is a gift that is beyond priceless. If you have any apprehension and/or doubt in enrolling your child, take it from me...it's beyond worth every cent, time, and energy. The encouragement and self-confidence your child will get in return will be miles more than what they will receive at their daily brick-and-mortar school sessions. (P.S. I'm not in CA..not sure why yelp places my location in CA.)

Less shady cancelation fees. Claimed I knew about a 30 day cancelation policy from years ago. Paid…read morefour days ago, cancelled yesterday, and am required to pay another month in July. After being a customer for years (3+) it leaves a horrible taste in my mouth. This day and age I should be able to cancel that day for my month to month plan.

Absolutely LOVE Title!! Both locations are fantastic, the staff is great, and no matter where…read moreyou're at in your fitness journey they are there to help. I had never tried boxing and fell in love during my first week. Now I attend private trainings where I have completely transformed my skill. The trainers are so encouraging and ready to help. You will find clients from every walk of life, all ages & skill level here and its really a great community! Can't recommend it enough, I tell everyone to try it!

I've been coming here almost 2 years, and I adore CKO. No matter what you're working on-- cardio,…read morearms, legs, core, endurance-- you'll get pushed hard to get better and you'll see the improvement. The trainers know what they're doing and can help no matter your level, and the heavy bags are perfect for letting out some kinetic frustration. You can always go at your speed and you learn how to push yourself a little more each time. The owner is amazing, too. I had a huge injury at one point, and she worked with me on my membership so I could jump right back in once I was done rehabbing it. I strongly recommend getting wraps for your wrists and hands, since it makes a world of difference. If you don't know how, come to class early and they'll help you out.

From the owner: CKO Kickboxing offers challenging and empowering group fitness classes 7 days a week. Kickboxing…read moreincreases cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength using controlled movements to activate both small and large muscle fibers. The workout engages the entire core delivering major benefits including increasing cardio stamina, range of motion, power, core, balance/coordination, and flexibility. FIRST-TIME GUESTS: With the "4 for $40" pack, new guests can take up to 4 classes within a 14-day period. Plus it includes a pair of starter kickboxing gloves, which are yours to keep! Clean indoor-only gym shoes are required to take classes.

Trained here for a bit in private sessions with rob. He referred to his students as "clients" which…read morekind of put me off. You aren't getting anywhere near the level of training you should for how much you pay. Mostly just pad work and his technique teaching was just alright. Rob also claimed to have actual combat experience but being involved for several years i could easily sniff out that the guy didn't have that many fights under him. Seemed pretty cocky with little to back it up. I couldn't find a tapalogy page or anything of him online so that should of been my sign to run for the hills. He also doesn't really try to connect with his students or make an effort to get to know them, kind of just robotic teaching which makes it much less enjoyable. Look, if your trying to just get a good workout in, this might be okay for you. But with his highly priced hourly rates your better off finding a recreational gym and just hitting a punching bag. If you want to learn actual boxing or MMA look in the complete opposite direction. You will not learn how to actually defend yourself here, you will just get yourself hurt. This is a cardio kickboxing gym so if that's what your looking for it's decent, otherwise, go somewhere else.

Okay, this place is AWESOME if you're looking to try something new. I'd always wanted to get into…read moreboxing, but didn't really know how -and I am so happy I chose TITLE Grand Rapids & Grandville (these particular locations have the same owner). The environment is welcome, inclusive, and you are guaranteed a great workout -I love that I'm also learning self-defence. The trainers are all incredibly helpful and lovely people. Finally, most helpful to me -all levels of ability are welcome. I'm handicap and not the most athletic person -but in this gym, all are cared for and all leave exhausted regardless of physical ability. I cannot recommend these particular branches (Grandville and Grand Rapids) enough.

I've been a member of 8th Day for 7 years and I can't say enough great things about this gym! I…read moreinitially came here on the one month bootcamp trial they offer on the website and I've been coming back ever since. All the coaches are friendly and welcoming and have so much knowledge on fitness at any level. 8th Day Gym is not "just a gym", it's a community of people who care about each other. I have made so many lifelong friends and I couldn't imagine belonging to any other gym.

I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. Everyone there is so nice and encouraging. The…read morecoaches explain all the workouts/demonstrate them so you know what to do/properly! Definitely a hard workout but you'll fell great after!