My son did a trial class today and he had a great time. The first 20min were pretty rigorous warm…read moreup exercises using full body muscles. The instructor had some fun games that incorporated listening and breathing exercises and then the last 15 min were role playing with some basic blocking and self defense techniques. I am not local but plan to bring my son back when we travel here.

I signed up for a membership at this martial arts studio with good faith, hoping to support what…read morethey claim is a "family business rooted in strong values." What I experienced instead was the exact opposite -- a cold, profit-driven operation with no compassion or flexibility, even in the face of documented medical hardship. Due to a very real, very painful medical condition -- one that I provided proper documentation for -- I requested that my membership be placed on hold, and ultimately canceled when it became clear my health would not allow me to return anytime soon. Despite fulfilling every requirement outlined in their contract, they've refused both. Instead, they demanded additional personal information beyond what is required, a transparent attempt to trap me in a contract I cannot physically utilize. Their behavior is not only unprofessional -- it's morally bankrupt. They are not interested in wellness, community, or care. They are interested in money, and they will squeeze it out of you however they can, even if you're suffering. To add insult to injury, the instruction provided during the active portion of my membership was disappointingly subpar. It consisted mostly of video instruction and unsupervised drills with other inexperienced students. Live instruction and constructive feedback -- the things that make martial arts training worthwhile -- were minimal at best. They are charging premium prices for what amounts to DIY practice in a rented space. This studio does not practice the values it preaches. They are a business, not a family, and a predatory one at that. If you're considering signing a contract, don't. If you value transparency, flexibility, and genuine martial arts education, look elsewhere.

Emiliano Cardona has built a wonderful team of instructors. I started a few months ago and have…read morehad a wondaful experience. Emiliano focuses on the skills and getting it right in a safe way. I'm looking forward to being a student for years to come in my BJJ journey!

Do not send your child here for summer camp or any type of program if he has a disability or…read moreautistic. Even if they are low on the spectrum and high functioning with experience of being in summer camps and attending GED, this camp is not suited for them. They are not educators, extremely disrespectful and will throw your kid out the program in a heart beat instead of solving the issue as a educator. Every child deserves to be treated equally and they do not do that here. They discriminate against children with disabilities. Also they made a mistake of calling a emergency contact instead of the primary phone number, I showed up to pick up my child and I was told he was not there. I would only recommend this place for adults, not children. They are unprofessional and very mean people.

They taught me how to wrestle and I don't mean the fake stuff on tv. This is real wrestling so not…read moreany piledrivers or suplexes

Nicest friendliest staff. Showed up literally minutes before they were closing but they took the…read moretime to answer all my questions & concerns. Can't wait to go back. Highly recommend

From the owner: Storm Defense Academy specializes in teaching our students real life self-defense. We teach Krav…read moreMaga, Muay Thai, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and COBRA Self Defense. All of our classes are geared towards helping our students gain confidence, strength, and fitness. Each class is carefully planned to ensure our students get the most out of their training time.

I have always enjoyed the lessons as you can tell we arent there to mess around, instead we are…read morereally there to learn useful skills that we can take with our entire lives whether for competing or for self defense. Now that I have taken the Muay Thai class, I am more comfortable in my ability to defend myself and others who I love. The coach is a good coach who is respectable and good at teaching, and the customer support is good.

Instructor is kind of a dick and also unsafe and unclean environment. The attached coffee shop also…read morehas bugs. Dont waste ur money here when u could train at better places. Instructor has zero patience and manners is just a bully to his students.

Was visiting my Mom and dropped into the women's self defense class.... WOW!! Coach Kate was…read moreincredible. My training partners were friendly, welcoming, and very motivating. I had such a wonderful experience I returned the next day.... I highly recommend this jiu jitsu academy and I will be returning for sure. Also, even if you don't train jiu jitsu, I highly recommend stopping in to give this place a try!

I dropped in for a class while on a short vacation in the area. Everyone was friendly and…read morewelcoming. It was great. Thanks again!

Hey everyone! I wanted to briefly talk about this place. This was the very first place I decided to…read moretry and practice Jiu-Jitsu. After going through their program, I can say that they truly care about their students and community. Each day I attended, I see how much joy they brought to many that attends despite the current times. Under the careful instruction of safety and guidance, you will definitely learn more about yourself and what it means to be a community. Thank you James and staff for your care and instruction! Looking forward to the next class!

Absolutely, wonderful environment. Instructors are awesome and the vibe is always positive. Big ups!read more

Very nice place with some absolute monsters on mats. I didn't train for a long time here, but…read morereally enjoyed the experience. Everybody rolls tought, but safe. Nobody wants to inury you. Plenty of good classes everyday. Imo if you want to focus on nogi and mma this is the best place to go in the area. Thank you guys for the amazing experience!!!

Started training here a few years ago. I'm not the type of person who enjoys running on a treadmill…read morefor cardio, here there is no need. Incredible change physically from just a few classes a week. Very friendly environment, awesome teammates, and fairly priced. Bamboo is an awesome instructor. The free trial turned me into a forever student, highly recommend this place!

I have my two daughters attend Sensei Harris kids classes. My girls have learned so much not just…read morein self defense, but discipline, confidence, and skills they may never learn. Not only do they include great strength exercises before class, Sensei Harris tends to each kids needs, and pairs them up to other kids equally, and also challenges their inner will to help increase their self-motivation and self-image. Weve been to other JJ academies locally and out of state and hands down this is the best one we've been to so far. highly recommend.

Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu is located on University Parkway and is taught by Professor Jeremy Harris…read more Professor Harris provides all of his students with the essential knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The experience has been nothing short of fun! Not only are you getting a great workout, but you are also learning techniques that have been passed on by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Champions. The facility welcomes those who are experienced in the Martial Art or are just beginning on the journey. If you are ever in town and want to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Ribeiro is the place!

College Park is now blessed to have a brand new Gracie Jiu Jitsu location in the area! Miguel is a…read morefantastic teacher who truly enjoys what he is doing. Regardless of whether he is leading the kids class or working with the adults in the later session, you can see Miguel's passion emanating clearly. He has a very calm demeanor that instills confidence in others. While this academy is focused on teaching you all the jiu jitsu techniques and fundamentals, the school is also focused on guiding you through the mindful aspect of the sport and working through the calm amongst the chaos. This isn't just focused on rolling, takedowns, and submissions, but rather a lifestyle to help folks leave stronger and more confident in theirselves both physically and mentally. Looking forward to seeing this academy's continued growth under Miguel's guidance!

Right as you walk into Gracie Jujitsu College Park Orlando, the first thing you will notice is how…read moreclean the entire space is. Miguel, the owner does an amazing job to ensure that the entire school is spotless. This is the first thing that showed me how passionate Miguel is about his business and for the art of jujitsu. After my first few classes, I really was able to see how passionate and knowledgeable Miguel was on all things jujitsu. At my day job I work in corporate training and to see how well Miguel is able to articulate WHAT he's doing, WHY he's doing it, then switch to real life examples, and analogies, to ensure everyone in the class is on the same page is awesome! The last thing I love about Gracie Jujitsu College Park Orlando, and Miguel, is his level of care to every student. Wether it's their jujitsu knowledge, level of fitness, or their body. I'm a little older than some of the students and Miguel is always quick to point out modifications that I could do to keep me safe and ensure that all of the other students are safe, when rolling at his school. I've been to other jujitsu spots in the past where they try to "beat you up" or prove how tough their students are, but this was the opposite at Gracie Jujitsu College Park Orlando. Miguel does an amazing job of ensuring everyone in each of the classes is safe and has a good rolling partner to come back to the next day. If you've ever had an interest in jujitsu, self-defense, or just looking for a new cardio exercise, I encourage you to give Gracie Jujitsu College Park Orlando a try!