FastKicks Academy

1.9 mi

Great place. My son has excelled since starting here and has become a lot more respectful & focused.read more

From the owner: U.S. Taekwondo Hapkido offers quite a variety of courses. For the children we have evening classes,…read moreafter school program and we pick up from local schools and a summer camp for kids. For the adults we offer Practical Hapkido and Taekwondo classes plus firearms training to include concealed weapon permit classes. There's also an instructor on sight that is certified in School Attacker Response Course, that is offered free of charge to local schools and Abduction Prevention for the children, call for more info.

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Fabio Novaes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(4 reviews)

3.0 mi

Jiu Jitsu has been one of the most challenging, fun, and humbling experiences I have ever been…read morethrough. And Fabio's gym is the most incredible place where everyone feels like family. For the gym itself, it's simple, clean, and in an easily accessible area with plenty of parking. There is plenty of scheduling at both locations (Brandon and Lakeland) with Fabio being the actual instructor for each class and if he isn't, it specifies on his website. The pricing is the cheapest out of all other gyms I have seen and there is no contract. Fabio is incredibly understanding that life gets hard and if you need to take a break or anything else you can always cancel your membership and renew it when you're back. Under no other mentor or coach have I ever seen such a respectful and appreciative community for each other. Every time you show up to a class people welcome you in whether it is your first time there, or your first time back after you took a break. Fabio has changed so many peoples lives, including my own, through what he teaches and the way that he does it.

Fabio Novaes is hands down the best BJJ within 100 miles! Fabio's record, reputation, instruction,…read moreand competition success is bar-none the best you'll find. Fabio is from the original Carlson Gracie school in Sao Paulo and teaches 90% of the classes himself. The kids' classes are always packed with kids rolling very technical and having fun. All of Fabio's classes are technical, fun, and challenging. No school comes close to us in tournament success. Our BJJ works. We've produced A LOT of IBJJF BJJ world champions. Fabio won't even do contracts. You pay month-to-month, If you need to quit, take a break, whatever you just call, and they do it over the phone. It's just him and his wife running the school. They are even more affordable than the other schools, have more mat space, and offer day and night classes. If you just want a black belt without earning it, go elsewhere. There are a lot of bogus bjj schools around here. If you want to be good and know your jits is effective, see Fabio. The first week is free.

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PFS Academy of Martial Arts

3.1 mi

Coach is excellent and my son loves coming to every class. The kids are all wonderful and love…read morehelping each other.

From the owner: Kickboxing, Catch as Catch Can Submission Wrestling, Sport MMA, Youth Pankration, Muay Thai, self…read moredefense training, fitness.

Summer Boot Camp 2018!

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Kickboxing class.

Victory Muay Thai

(2 reviews)

4.0 mi

Best Muay Thai gym in Brandon! Coach Travis keeps it very clean with nice equipment. His coaching…read morehelps you to perfect your form on Muay Thai, while also becoming a elite fighter. Anybody could train at Victory and walk away with a great experience! The kids seem to love their classes as well.

Great spot to train. Awesome atmosphere for adults and kids alike. Easy to get to and easy to park…read more A must try if you looking to get into or continue with Muay Thai.

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Royal Dragon Martial Arts

3.0 mi

From personal experience I know that the staff at Royal Dragon truly cares about the art of Tae…read moreKwan Do and they also care about their students. This is a family run business and the owners are all deeply involved in their practice. Royal Dragon is not just another "McDojo" - you have to put your all into this and earn it. They are watching you and they are giving you all the tools you need to become a master, if that's what you desire. The instructors are inspiring and caring. They push students to be the best they can be. As each person at Royal Dragon is taught, you are there to compete against yourself, to achieve more than you thought you could at the beginning. When you witness the black belts of Royal Dragon practicing their art, you get a sense of the community and the level of excellence that all students are encouraged to reach for.

Titans Martial Arts Academy

4.1 mi

Great leaders! Mr. P is a great sensei and the place is really like a second home and treat you…read morelike a family. Kristen, Mr. & Mrs. P are all awesome and truly enjoys having the kids around. Always been humble and welcoming people-persons to the parents, as well. We cannot wait to go back, again :). Reasons we will always comeback: -variety of programs -mentorship and diversity -helping my child develop into a character who understands respect, credibility, and bravery

Planet Fitness

3.5

(33 reviews)

0.2 mi

This planet fitness is pretty good. Everything was working…read morewhen I was here. Lockers and showers were clean. Staff is friendly.

Lots of broken equipment. So many people sitting on the equipment texting and not working out. It's…read morepretty clean though and one worker was filling the sanitation stations. The worker at the desk was on her phone the entire time I was there..: over an hour. After my work out I was going to tan. I waited at the desk to be helped, but the worker would not put down her cell phone to sell me products and eyewear. It's really gone down hill.

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All Persons Rotary Park

3.9

(24 reviews)

3.7 mi

Great little park, well shaded and plenty to keep the kids occupied. Splash pad was out for…read moremaintenance, likely to be that way a while so that was upsetting but otherwise a nice area.

What a cute little park in Brandon. It's gated, clean and free to use…read more The playground has multiple sections: the swings, the splash pad, the 2-5year old play area and the 5years and older area. My daughter, who is almost 4years old was able to utilize the older kids area without any challenges. There are some pavilions with benches and tables to avoid the direct sun. Perfect for groups. There is also a bathroom on site but it's much to be desired. The playground is adjacent to a ballpark, not sure the protocol to use it. I would definitely return though to the playground if I'm in the area.

A place to conglomerate

Swings

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Playground

Apollo Beach Nature Preserve

4.2

(48 reviews)

15.4 mi

Haven't been here since i was a dude. Lol almost a decade ago this used to be way simpler n more on…read morethe wild west. Trash everywhere, people hiding in the bushes to hump, Do lines and some time fish. Used to come here with a past Lover to clean the beach or fish. No joke, its all we did. Lol No they have put even more funding into it. I understand why the banned the extra curricular activities. The Manatee sanctuary is literally right there across the water. Also locals don't respect the no wake zones n tourist want to ride the poor Manatees. Its wild as hell the huge foot print left by people n like angry parents. They took away our toys. Im actually glad. Look cleaner, healthier n its now heavy focus on family picnic not making them in the bushes ill stop lol joke aside, they opened up the property for picnics, can play a decent game of throw ball with yo kids. And cleaner trails. I did not see a grill anywhere n i must be blind cuz i cant see the bathrooms either. They added a watch tower in the middle. Keep on mind it is wheelchair accessible, so are the closer picnic areas. Cement goes away at the edge of the beach. Warning: Please bring a cooler, big sun hats, wear proper sun blocking and shoes that wont melt. The sand is paper white! It deflects the sun into you at almost full spectrum, ground gets dangerously hot. The trails are sketchy, bring water n maybe bring a buddy or protection. I did walked them almost all the way through but had to turn back cuz water. Its cute small trail. Gives nicer view of Teco facility n may see manatees. I seen Hares also n randomly snakes. No clue on gators. But it is Florida. Can see Down Town Tampa from Tower also! Ph yeah free parking! Update: yes theres bathroom!s

A lovely little beach for lounging, soaking up sun, and listening to the surf. There are many signs…read morethat discourage any swimming or wading. We were visiting in late January, so we weren't aiming to get into the water anyway, just enjoy the beach biome. This beach is quite close to the manatee viewing center and you're likely to see manatees here too as a result. I spotted a half dozen while here! Fair number of fishers here, as there are pipes to prop your rod in. Nice large parking area to accommodate visitors. Many picnic tables. An awesome (and accessible) viewing structure takes you up around fifty feet so you can look out with a 360 view! Bathrooms with running water available, no gender specified. (Love that!)