I've been coming to the adult class for a month now and I absolutely love it. The classes are well…read morepaced, fun, and insightful. The instructor really demonstrates his knowledge well and walks through techniques step by step. He goes around to make sure everyone is understanding what he is teaching. The atmosphere and people make it feel like a family instead of just another class. I find myself looking forward to going every week and can't wait for the next class.

Just attended my first class, which was free. THESE GUYS ARE THE REAL DEAL. If you are looking to…read morebecome a well rounded martial artist who can be as confident sparing in a gym as you are defending yourself in the streets, look no further. Here you will get an instructor who started training almost as soon as he could walk, seriously, and a great group of fellow students, most of whom could mop the floor with you (assuming your the standard person like me who likes to think your tough but hasn't yet spent real time training.) I wouldn't fight a child from this place! Looking forward to training with them!

Sesnsei Raul and his staff are wonderful to work with. From the summer program to after school…read morekarate lessons. They are supportive to the children they work with and build a strong sense of safety and respect that is critical to the development of those children.

Today was the last day of Karate Summer Camp. Our kids had a great time attending over the Summer…read moreand didn't always want to come home. That right there says a lot about the outstanding, inaugural program. We can't thank Alamo Karate Academy and staff enough for seeing the need for both parents and children, and putting in the dedication, time, and hard work to make it happen. We were all truely blessed. All the interaction with other kids and adults forged positive, new and lasting relationships. Karate instruction lead to the first belt testing of the dojo, along with other fun activities and games. Just an outstanding program, professionally administered and managed. Well done and a great thank you to Alamo Karate Academy and staff.

If you are looking for authentic Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this is the place. Roland's academy is…read moreaffiliated under Master Pedro Sauer, who teaches Jiu-Jitsu the way it was originally intended to be trained, for self-defense (dealing with strikes on the ground, weapons, etc.), and not only for competition. There are no egos, and everyone is there to help each other get better. Safety is heavily emphasized, and while rolling is intense (as it should be) it is also friendly. Roland is a good teacher who wants to give people the real deal. He also has several high level brown belts who help to teach, as well as a few that will soon be testing for their Black Belt under Master Sauer. There is an established curriculum that is followed, with clear criteria for each belt rank, and the curriculum is worked on frequently in class. If you are looking for BJJ, and are interested in it for all of the reasons that made it popular in the first place, you should check it out. I've tried several of the other BJJ academies in town and, while I found good people at all of them, I wish I had found this one first.

I started training BJJ while deployed with the military and had tried several gyms around town…read morebefore finding Roland Malone Academy. Prof Malone and the class immediately made me feel welcome. I was very impressed with his technique, attention to detail, and natural teaching ability. The Gracie/Sauer based curriculum provides goal directed learning and sets a high standard. The focus on self defense is what sold me, and I now feel more confident on the mats and in the street. The personal attention you get here was hard to find elsewhere. Can't speak enough about this place. You owe it to yourself to check it out!

Not all BJJ/Brazilian Jiu-jitsu are created equally! I have had my fair share of training at…read morevarious BJJ gyms/schools all around San Antonio (BJJ Blue Belt since July 2013) and this place is definitely one that's an all around wonderful place to learn from and train at! Professor Saad & his wife, Suay are very welcoming, laid-back, friendly and genuine individuals who bring a refreshing aura about themselves versus an "us vs. The world/we are the only place where you should train at" that I have experienced and seen, first-hand, at other martial arts/BJJ gyms and academies. The school is located near Woodlake Hills Middle School and the H-E-B on Foster Rd - the place is clean, well-maintained and free from the "meat-head"/ "agro" vibe that SOME BJJ gyms can have. Family friendly, woman friendly, beginner friendly, martial arts friendly. Come to train, come to learn, come to have fun and maybe build friendships along the way! Tell Professor Saad (also works for the U.S. Navy) that I recommended this place! :)

A really nice husband and wife team run this school. The environment is very welcoming. Very…read moretechnical Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction. An added bonus is that they have three BJJ black belts who train there. They also have a couple of Judo black belts train at the school and have Judo class twice a week. After every BJJ class they open the mats to about an hour of sparring and all three BJJ black belts regularly roll with the students. My only complaint is that the school is too far from my house and I can not make the commute from the west side of San Antonio to the school's location on the east side everyday, so I had to find another school for my regular training.

For almost 20 years our family has had a child in this Martial Arts school. The instructors have…read morechanged once or twice but they have the same consistent philosophy day in and day out. To teach our children to better humans by teaching them self worth, control, independence, respect, values, self defense and so much more. My daughter worked hard and earned her black belt at 11 years old. Every instructor has the same goal, to make our children the best they can be. They work with your child's teacher to make sure they are doing the work at school and home as well as in martial arts, so our children become well rounded individuals . We love the instructors and recommend this school to anyone.

I wish I could only describe how much I am grateful that I found this place. My son kept being…read moregettin in trouble at schools and I kind of didn't know what to do. No teacher seemed to be able to handle him. The minute we entered this place - our lives have changed. The teacher Master Charles has done some true miracles to my son within less than a week! They truly put the discipline on a first place, and then base everything else on that. They also gave some chart for his teacher to fill out at school to cooperate. I barely recognize my own child. He became so polite, so well mannered and learns so much!!! We are also going to a summer camp they have. I don't worry anymore about teachers calling me out in the middle of a work day because my son is acting up. God bless this school!

**5-Star Review for Peacekeeper Martial Arts**…read more Peacekeeper Martial Arts is more than just a place to learn how to kick or punch--it's a transformational experience for children. What makes this program truly stand out is its powerful blend of martial arts training and biblical philosophy. The instructors go beyond physical techniques; they instill *self-discipline, confidence, respect, and moral values* grounded in Scripture. From the moment your child steps onto the mat, they are taught not only how to defend themselves but also how to walk in strength and integrity. Every lesson includes life skills and principles rooted in biblical truth--reminding students of their purpose, identity, and the importance of character. Children at Peacekeeper gain a solid foundation in self-defense while learning life lessons that will carry them far beyond the dojo. This is a place where kids grow spiritually, emotionally, and physically in a safe and uplifting environment. I can't recommend it highly enough for any parent looking for a well-rounded, values-driven program that strengthens both body and soul. Great work Sensei!

We really enjoy being part of Peace Keeper Karate! It's a family-friendly dojo with a warm,…read morepositive vibe that makes everyone feel welcome. Sensei James brings great energy to every class, making them fun, engaging, and full of valuable lessons. They also plan fun events throughout the year that help bring families together and build community.

Master Tanna is phenomenal!…read more We stumbled upon Master Tanna several years ago while he instructed for a martial arts franchise in San Antonio. Although, we live an hour away, my husband and I knew this was exactly where and he was who we wanted to grow our son's martial arts skills. Through the transition from the franchise to his very own Taekwondo studio, we've followed Master Tanna with an even further distance but we are dedicated as he is dedicated to our youth. His past experience in the Military as well as being a high ranking black belt and all around exceptional leader and teacher, we have found a home here at Warriors TK Academy and couldn't be more pleased. Did I say how much our son truly appreciates, admires and looks up to Master Tanna? He does and he looks forward to coming here every time. The value Master Tanna brings to these kids is second to none. Thank you, Master Tanna! Keep being amazing!

My husband and I recently joined Shaolin Do West and have found it to be a perfect fit for what we…read morewanted in a school, both for the Kung Fu and Tai Chi classes. Even when there is a full class or a spread in experience among people in the class we receive a great deal of personal attention from Sifu Rick and the other instructors. It is a very supportive environment that still treats you as an independent adult and encourages you to push yourself to new levels of physical fitness and skill in whatever form you are working to learn at the moment. The sense of welcome among the existing students and positive environment also make it a place we look forward to going several times a week. If you like a very structured program, the progression for the belts and levels is well laid out and there is a lot of history and background of the styles worked into the classes. The instructors are also open to questions and are great about discussing and demonstrating practical applications of the katas and forms you learn at each level. While we do not have any children ourselves, we have also been impressed by what we have seen of the children classes and the instructors' ability to move from teaching the children to teaching the adult classes. The school offers regular classes in both Kung Fu and Tai Chi, spread over both evenings, afternoons, and weekends, which has made it easy to fit in our schedule. It has also been incredibly affordable and the school is very transparent about where the costs exist for both monthly fees, testing costs, and equipment. We look forward to progressing into the weapon katas and more advanced forms and would highly recommend this school for anyone looking to increase their physical fitness, work on their health and general well being, or just learn something new!

A great school for all ages and skill levels! Shaolin-do is a very interesting style, a streamlined…read morefusion of traditional Shaolin kung fu styles (it has an interesting history, if you're interested: http://www.shaolin-do.com/history.php). It is less flashy, i.e. you won't see very low or exaggerated stances like those in the movies, but it is effective, and barriers to entry are essentially non-existent. Sifu Rick is a talented teacher and a practitioner, and cares a lot about his students and their progress as martial artists. I highly recommend the school, and the art, to everyone - it's great for your body and your mind, whether you are 7, 70, or anywhere in between.