Grandmasters Wing Chun

0.1 mi

After taking a series with Eye of the Tiger Defense I feel 100% more confident in my ability to…read moredefend myself. In today's world absolutely everyone needs to know self-defense and how to disarm an attacker. Eye of the Tiger provides life-saving information!

From the owner: Eye of the Tiger Defense was born from a blend of Taylor Jasper's Marine Corp training, corporate…read moreself-defense instruction and a passion to provide "EliteTraining for Everyday People". Self-Defense that can be easily learned by anybody and used to prevent a tragedy.

Whether you are looking for private training, small group or corporate training, Eye of the Tiger Defense is prepared.

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Stun & Run Self Defense

4.5

(8 reviews)

12.8 mi

Ulrich is the best! Businesses could learn a lot from Stun & Run Self Defense! The attention to…read moreyour situation and suggesting the best for a particular situation is right on. The after the sale is 110%! Making sure everything is working as it should and we were happy with the products. If you are in the market for a Self Defense product Stun & Run Defense is the only way to go! Thank you Ulrich!

Do not order from this company. I ordered a stun baton and when I received it, it only worked for a…read morecouple months. I contacted them and they promptly sent a replacement, however, that one didn't work from the start. Again they sent a replacement and once again it only worked for a short time. I have tried to reach them and after they responded once saying that they had been dealing with personal issues and apologized for not getting back to me sooner, I had sent several messages and left several voice messages. Now weeks have gone by and my repeated messages are not getting a response at all. Awful products and even worse customer service.

Bulletproof vests

Expandable Batons

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Gorilla Combat

4.8

(5 reviews)

2.1 mi

I love Gorilla Combat! I was a little nervous about my first class, but everyone was extremely…read morehelpful and friendly. I've learned a lot and met some really great people and am very happy I started coming here. If you have any interest in Muay-Thai, boxing or jiu-jitsu Gorilla is the best place you'll find. And of course Caleb is awesome, there aren't too many gyms like this where you can hangout a joke around with the owner after class.

Really friendly environment. Everyone there introduced themselves when I took the free class. It's…read morevery clean place with upbeat training. All the instructors are very knowledgeable in different areas of self defense. Me and my lady friend will continue to train there. I recommend checking them out if you are a clean freak who wants to learn Muay Thai, Boxing, BJJ, or MMA.

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Minnetonka Martial Arts

(2 reviews)

3.0 mi

We walked by the studio one day and my boys looked in the window- mesmerized. Master Horner drew us…read morein and offered a free lesson on the spot. They were hooked. Learning respect and focus was...challenging for a pair of busy 4yrolds... but they learned. And it's adorable. Watching them bow to honor the dojo (I think). And test for their stripes (you need 4 stripes to test for the next belt color). And learn to do push-ups. It's been great. They're more disciplined now than when we started. Learned perseverance. And resilience (sit-ups are hard no matter how old you are).

Master Horner and his team are the best. They teach the foundations of jiujitsu as well as focus…read moreon respect, discipline, and patience.

Master Horner presenting them with their orange belts!

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Metro Karate & Jiu Jitsu Academy

(4 reviews)

3.4 mi

I attended MKJA for over a year in the jiu jitsu Gracie Combatives program a couple nights a week…read more Through Master Toft's caring instruction I gained skill, strength, and renewed flexibility that I still enjoy to this day even though I am not training currently. The people there are family. I am excited for the opportunity when I can train with them again. Whether you have children that need direction and self esteem or you are an adult in need of a place that doesn't judge but encourages personal growth, I urge you to try out MKJA.

There are several closer, more convenient options for kids jiu-jitsu from our Golden Valley home,…read morebut we choose to attend MKJA for two reasons. First is the instructor David. He works incredibly hard to make MJKA a successful martial arts training center, communicates very well with and truly cares about the kids. We have also been impressed with Ben and Devante, his junior jiu jitsu instructors. Second, MKJA is one of only 3 Gracie Certified Training Centers in Minnesota where the Gracie Bullyproof program is taught, with the option of moving into the Gracie Combatives course as teenagers. Both the Bullyproof and Combatives courses have unique aspects to them, including prioritizing jiu jitsu as street self defense over jiu jitsu as a sport. We definitely recommend MKJA for anyone.

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Dojo Karate - Eden Prairie

1.8 mi

My kids have gone here for about a year. They have grown in maturity in ways words cannot describe…read more They respect us as parents at home, and they always look forward to their next Karate class. The staff and teachers make everyone feel welcomed. They are very open minded and always ask questions to make sure everyone is comfortable. They teach self defense, and when to use it. It is not just punches or kicks, it is also to look out for everyone, respect all life. They keep me involved and make me feel welcomed. Seriously, I am very happy we have them, and I hope their students spread the same message!

From the owner: Dojo Karate Eden Prairie teaches westernized Korean Tae Kwon Do, or American Karate. Located in…read moreEden Prairie MN, we make it convenient for families around the Twin Cities to practice Karate together. Our focus is on the success of each of our students, from preschoolers to adults with classes uniquely designed to meet needs & abilities of each student, ensuring their success through exercise, self-discipline, mutual respect & positive reinforcement. We instill the philosophy that Karate can be practiced for exercise & self-defense, but also assists those that may be experiencing bullying, attention disorders, fatigue syndromes or low self-esteem by teaching them how to handle each situation in a non-violent, concentrated manner.

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Minnesota

4.6

(8 reviews)

5.0 mi

The best martial arts training in the area. When I first came I was welcomed by friendly people and…read morefelt at home. Been at it for a year and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. If you are thinking about BJJ come in and do a few trial classes(FREE!) you wont be disappointed!!!

Alliance has an amazing community with fantastic coaches. The team is welcoming and education into…read morethe world of BJJ is comprehensive.

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MKG West

3.1 mi

I discovered MKG West around 4 years ago and have been a regular student since. I was looking for a…read moreschool that taught something a little different as I had already studied Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Tai Chi, Aikido and several other arts. MKG West offers Kali, Panantukan, Jun Fan, Jeet Kune Do (see Bruce Lee), Muay Thai, Kickboxing and self defense classes. Both Mike and Greg are excellent instructors who show great skill in easily explaining and demonstrating techniques yet allowing you to progress at your own pace. There is no hard sell; "give us $$$ and we guarantee you a (color) belt". This is more traditional master-student style instruction but in an exceptionally friendly environment. Since progressing in Kali I have also enjoyed both the Kickboxing and Muay Thai classes; after studying at several of the top Martial Art schools in the twin cities I am amazed at how much harder people work in these classes. It's a real workout! I highly recommend this school for anyone looking to study unique martial arts or simply to add to their existing skills.

From the owner: We are a premier martial arts school specializing in teaching kickboxing, muay thai, kali,…read morepanantukan and other martial arts classes, including women's self defense

Dojo Karate - Minnetonka

3.7 mi

I had twin boys, aged 9 that attended Dojo Karate Waconia/Minnetonka for about 2 1/2 years. They…read morewere very disappointed that they had to dis-enroll for Covid related reasons. I wanted to share what we liked about Dojo and why we'll miss it: 1. Any great experience starts with great people. Master Cote was a great leader for the kids and she genuinely cared about her students. 2. Master Cote has produced some amazing athletes. My kids were always impressed by the abilities of the older kids. I don't think they'll ever stop talking about the time one student did a backflip. 3. Both of my boys absolutely loved the head instructor. He had great patience with all the kids and seemed like one of the most trustworthy people I've ever met. 4. I thought the pricing was extremely fair and Master Cote very easy to work with in regards to tuition. 5. My kids really enjoyed the Dojo tournaments and I thought they were very well run. Something I didn't think about when we started is, because of the size of Dojo with their multiple locations, they are able to put on large events like that. 6. I always like the different community focused initiatives that Dojo participated in. Food drives and school supply drives were great ways to engage the kids; and Dojo always had a special event to show their appreciate for the kids. Those are just some of the reasons that quickly come to mind. We're disappointed that it had to end, but my boys still walk around the house doing their moves.

From the owner: Dojo Karate Minnetonka teaches westernized Korean Tae Kwon Do, or American Karate. Located in…read moreMinnetonka MN, we make it convenient for families around the Twin Cities to practice Karate together. Our focus is on the success of each of our students, ranging from preschoolers to adults with classes uniquely designed to meet needs & abilities of each student, ensuring their success through exercise, self-discipline, mutual respect & positive reinforcement. Our passion lies in watching our students become lifelong martial arts participants and reaching their highest potential. Each student has the opportunity to advance through the various belt ranks to reach the ultimate goal - the Black Belt. Dojo Karate encourages student advancements through goal-setting, leadership development, character development and healthy competition. Each instructor strongly believes in creating "champions in life" along with champions in Karate. We have found that our programs encourage healthy lifestyles, fitness goals, builds self-confidence, motivation & focus. Our families know that it takes dedication & hard work to achieve a "Black Belt in Life." We instill the philosophy that Karate can be practiced for exercise and self-defense, but also assists those that may be experiencing bullying, attention disorders, fatigue syndromes or low self-esteem by teaching them how to handle each situation in a non-violent, concentrated manner...

Hidden Falls Park

4.3

(42 reviews)

13.1 mi

Trying to be more intentional about exploring parks around Minneapolis this year, and Hidden Falls…read moreseemed like the perfect place to start. We usually default to Minnehaha Falls across the river, but I'd never actually explored this side--which looks to be really sprawling with new townhomes and modular single family homes. We parked near the dam and walked along the trail to reach the stairs leading down to Hidden Falls. Heads up: the walk down is a little precarious since there's no railing for most of the stairs, but it's not very steep and the trek itself is pretty short. The falls themselves were a bit disappointing at the moment--more of a trickle than a waterfall--but it is early in the season. That said, the forested park area it winds through was really nice, and made the visit worth it regardless. I can already tell this place is probably stunning in the summer when everything is green and flowing! Even with the lower water level, it was a great way to explore somewhere new and great to see there were so many people already exploring the park with it being chilly still!

Beautiful park near the city. Grabbed some take out and found an empty picnic table in the middle…read moreof the day - lots of parking! Watched a few boats launch, saw some geese, enjoyed watching people along the shore. Picnic tables near the water at the North Entrance. Check it out!

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Normandale Lake Park

4.7

(19 reviews)

5.3 mi

Had some extra time to spare before an event nearby and it was reasonably nice outside (aka,…read moreforties in March lol), so I decided to take a hike around the lake. You won't manage to escape road noise really because it's surrounded on three sides by fairly busy roadways, but still better than nothing! It's not a long walk around, just about forty-five minutes worth at a leisurely pace. The park actually features two paved trails that run parallel to one another, with the outer ring for bicyclists and other wheeled conveyance usage, and on-foot folk on the inner ring. Dogs do need to be on leash. Occasional benches around the lake, and a cute man-made waterfall. There are a couple of gazebos near the parking lot for if you'd like to have a picnic. The bandshell structure was particularly impressive and neat. There are bathrooms built into the back of it, which were even open during off season, so that was highly appreciated. Water fountain was currently turned off though, unsurprisingly. Parking lot seemed a bit small, but perhaps most folks who visit are from the surrounding office buildings on their lunch break.

Walked around here for the first time today.. and wow, I wish I had found this place sooner! I have…read moredriven past here many times but did not realize that it is the perfect over lunch walk around a lake. It is perfect because you get water front walking, woods walking, you can see the changing of the leaves. There are multiple places to park as well and you don't pass many cars at all. There is also a cute little waterfall (very mini) but nonetheless, some lovely nature for in the middle of the day. Will definitely be back there!

Waterfall

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Lake

Glen Park Municipal Swimming Pool

4.0

(3 reviews)

40.5 mi

Fishing, Family Fun and Felines…read more Just kidding - don't go bringing your cat here. I just wrote "feline" because I was unable to think of another F word. And no I don't need you to provide me with another F word. TRAILS & FISHING The Kinnickinnic walking trails are pretty extensive and one of the entry points is here in Glen Park. Some of the trails are paved, but not all. I highly recommend for those who love to hike. The bluffs are beautiful and you'll see all kinds of wildlife and not a lot of people. Make sure you check out the historic swinging footbridge. It connects the back of the park and Cascade Street. Bring a camera - there's some great photo opportunities of the South Fork Rapids and the Kinni. Last summer I saw a couple of guys fishing beneath the bridge so I decided to bother them and in doing so I learned that the Kinni is loaded with trout! They asked me not to tell anyone but I can't be trusted with such things. Besides when I got home and excitedly announced it to my husband, he's like "No shit, everybody knows that." o_O FAMILY FUN I'm always surprised there aren't more families hanging here in the summer. There's an outdoor pool, basketball and tennis courts, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, places to grill and a lot of space to walk and play. DOGS This is one of my favorite places to bring the pups. Officially, leashes are required. But I usually luck out with nobody around, so I let them run. Be smart and carry a leash in case others show up. And for god's sake and all that is holy, please pick up after your dog. Crap-filled parks are no fun. LOCATION It's on the south end of town. Follow Main Street through town, go past the Dairy Queen (if you have more willpower than I do) down to Park Street and take a right. It's down a couple blocks on the right.

What a great place for famines to go in the summer. It only costs $2.50 and kids 4 and under are…read morefree! You can get a summer pass for a family of four for only $100. Don't expect anything too fancy the buildings were built in 1936 the pool part has since been redone but it is still pretty basic. This is no playland. My son who turned 2 this summer can play in the shallow end of the pool without be being right there. He is about 36 inches tall. They say you have to be 10 to get dropped off there but my experience that a lot of parents start dropping them off around 8.

Eddie doesn't like stopping to pose for pics.

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Bay Rentals Inc

3.9

(28 reviews)

10.8 mi

Overall we got to have fun on the lake but I will say these machines are a bit beat up and seem to…read moreneed a tune up. As I would turn the machine would lose a lot of power and my partner ran out of gas with a hour left, so they didn't fill up both machines asine still had half a tank left. $600 deposit and make sure to take a good video of the machines. The process of receiving instruction was a little odd as a younger kid was giving us rules then a seemingly drunk older man in a truck kept talking over him who I assume is the owner? Kind of a weird dynamic going on here. The process of taking off and riding was good no issues there.

Ohmygoodness, not enough good to say!!…read more My friend and I had never been paddle boarding, it was 95 deg out with 72% humidity and we were feeling adventurous. Did a quick google search and found this place. Gave a call and the voicemail said to leave a message and they would get back. Yeah right. Well, about 30 minutes later the phone rang! Learned that SUPs were first come first served, but mentioned we were headed to them in mound from Coon Rapids and it would kinda suck to drive that far. I asked what our chances were and they were sweet enough to make sure they didn't all disappear! The process is super easy, tou check in and then walk the few hundred feet to the beach. They bring the boards (or whatever you've rented) over to you and you're set! When you're done you just beach the items and they come grab them. Only down side is SUP is kinda hard for a newbie as the lake is clearly a play lake. Constantly rough from all the jet skiiers.