If you're looking into martial arts for self defense, forget that and train in Krav Maga instead. I…read moreheard about it years ago back in Arizona and always wanted to learn but never had an opportunity before moving to Anchorage. If you want a detailed explanation of what it is then you should Google it but the simple answer, it's a close quarters combat system designed for real world scenarios. It was created for the Israeli military and considering Israel has been in constant conflict since...forever, that's good enough for me. The gym is really nice and very well maintained, there's brand new equipment everywhere you look. Cory, the instructor is very approachable and makes the classes fun and engaging. He's very knowledgeable about his practice and super down to earth. That being said, he's also legitimately terrifying! Lol, I've only been to one class so far and I'm going again tonight but some of the techniques he's demonstrated are straight up scary. I'm a registered nurse and I can honestly say in my professional medical opinion that everything he teaches would cause severe and potentially permanent damage to an attacker. Whether you have any experience or not, he really takes skill level into account so everyone is learning something new. I would highly recommend trying them out if your interested in learning self defense.

We LOVE Krav Maga -- it's been amazing for our son! He started in Tiny Tots three years ago and…read morestill can't wait for every class. Corey, Sheena, and Paul are incredible with the kids, teaching not just self-defense but confidence, discipline, and respect. The growth we've seen in him has been incredible. If you're thinking about signing up, don't wait -- you'll be so glad you did!

40 years in business! Come train with us! all ages from toddler to adult. We are not a daycare…read moreprogram like many others. We care and train each individual to the best they can be. look no further for some of the best training in the world. 696-0944/376-7433

Best TaeKwonDo Instruction I have seen for children. Very polite, friendly caring. They instill…read morediscipline with love :)

My son loves the nano ninja class. The instructor is stern, but this insures the kids have a safe…read moreenvironment. I appreciate seeing this as a parent. This is our second class, and I have seen milestones in my son's learning. We will definitely be signing up for a membership.

All around great gym! Our kids have been attending the kids program for 3 months and love it. All…read morethe coaches are amazing and patient yet firm and authoritative when needed. Wonderful watching the weekly progress. Once we realized the fundamentals class aligns with the kids program my wife and I joined as well. Everyone is knowledgeable, safe, and welcoming. I never thought getting politely beat up would feel so great! If you are hesitant of trying it out just go, you won't regret your time with ABJJ

Jody is an amazing trainer (extremely knowledgeable and experienced). He helped transform my…read moredaughter's life and built up her confidence like no other. She is no longer getting bullied at school and has all the confidence in the world thanks to Jody.

A very welcoming CrossFit gym in Eagle River, AK! Friendly and knowledgeable coaches, a great…read morecommunity of athletes of all ability levels. Kid-friendly-- they have a "kid's corner" with toys, books, games! Great for newbies and experienced athletes alike.

If you've gotten moderately serious about fitness and exercise, you've probably heard the experts…read moreciting the usefulness of a heart rate monitor. The more you work your heart within certain zones, the fitter you become. Monitoring your exertion and using intervals of work and recovery is even more effective. Studio Rush takes these concepts and KICKS YOUR ASS WITH THEM!!! For an hour of sweaty goodness, you and your fellow classmates will be put through cardio (treadmill, bike, rowing machine, arm crank thingie) and strength (TRX, 360 step/balance platforms, planks, etc.) bootcamp style. What's different is the two large monitors on either side of the room, giving a moment by moment readout of everyone's heart rate. Even more fun, your display changes color based on the percentage of intensity you're at, which shames you into working even harder to catch up with everyone else. It's addicting and motivating to watch, and if you feel your motivation slipping, the class coach will be right there to encourage you to push harder. I've been three times now, and although the structure has basically been the same, each instructor I've had has approached it a little differently, and added different exercises into the mix. I like the change-up - it keeps your body guessing, and keeps your mind from getting bored. Studio Rush is located inside the Alaska Club South, but anyone can participate (for a price, of course). The first session is free, so you've got nothing to lose by trying it once!

Ever since our kids started getting into rock climbing, these gyms have supplanted the traditional…read morechildren's museum as the place we look forward when we travel, and the kids need to burn off some energy. The spot was one that we found online, and we're very impressed with the place. The climbing gym has two levels, a bouldering area upstairs, and large climbing walls, with ropes and belays downstairs. The main climate walls were really impressive. The largest ones we estimated to be 40 or 50 feet high. Bigger than we are used to, but not so big that the kids couldn't conquer them! Pricing seemed very reasonable, and really when it comes down to it, there aren't many prices that we wouldn't pay to get the kids to runoff some energy and have a good time doing it. Well, worth your time garrulous of if you're stopping in for a quick climbing session or looking to do more training long-term.

Our kids have been enjoying the Rock Gym for almost a year now. Great facility and up until today,…read moreexcellent service. Our kids had a private 1 hour lesson booked at noon. We showed up at 11:50 and checked in, asked to wait near the front desk for our instructor. 12:00...nothing. 12:05...ask where our instructor is...told the manager will come out and speak to us. 12:15...no instructor, no manager. Neither of the front desk staff could effect a refund for our lesson, or offered an explanation why we didn't have an instructor. I get that things out of our control can arise and complicate the schedule. My concern is that there was no communication about it before we battled Anchorage Sat AM traffic, or during the 25 minutes we waited at the rock gym.

Top fitness is a really beautiful place, don't walk in unless you're willing to spend money. I…read morewould've gave this place 4 stars but no one opened the door for me as I walked out with 80lb pair of dumbbells. I know they seen my ass. I'm kind of hard to miss. Other than that, she pricey AF! But I guess you can't go cheap on your health and looks.!

Came for a specific item. A Hypervest Pro or Elite weighted vest that starts off with 10 Lbs and…read moreyou can add weights that you wear under your clothes. Why?! Keeping muscle mass as you age keeps you active. My Dr. recommended that when you hit middle age to stop losing muscle mass carry weights, like water bottles in a back pack well I'm not carrying a backpack full of water around, so we talked to our neighbor a ICU nurse and he recommended this vest he's been using years and so my husband I went and got a one each. You can add more weight as you gain strength. Susan working here had one on as it so happened and consulted with us on ours! Our neighbor, nurse's 81 year old father wears one to keep his muscles strengthened so as he ages he will help prevent against the dreaded broken bones from slips and falls to brittle bones and folks with low muscle mass protecting those bones. To your health! If your in your 40's - 70's health professionals will recommend.