Greg Roy&#x27;s Martial Arts Academy

(8 reviews)

1.3 mi

Very knowledgeable coaches and a super welcoming bunch of people. It's got good mixture between…read morepractical grappling and technical jujitsu, highly recommend for both beginners and those looking to compete.

This is the best bjj gym in Chattanooga. The family environment and the amount of knowledge between…read morethe instructors is amazing. We will be here forever!

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Academy of Athletics

(3 reviews)

5.1 mi

The absolute best gym I've ever been a part of. You're treated like family not just a gym member…read more They truly care about you and want to help you.

Love this gym! Ashley is the best! If you are looking for a place please look here the staff is…read morevery personable and sweet! Love it here!

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Green's Karate

5.1 mi

Sensai Green is a great teacher!! My son has special needs and loves his classes!…read moreHighly recommend Green's karate for all needs and ages.

Green's Karate, conveniently located in East Ridge, Tennessee, is a traditional karate dojo. The…read morestyle of the school is Shito Ryu, one of the four main karate styles. Sensei Corey Green is a 3rd Dan black belt, and in addition to Sensei the school has several teaching senpais, each having a black belt. Sensei Green is an accomplished writer, having authored two books on karate; perhaps the best known of these is Karate Wise, A Technical Guide for Teaching Self Defense. Sensei Green is also well-known locally and nationally as a teacher of karateka (karate students) with special needs. In fact, many of the techniques that Sensei Green has developed over the years have aided blind, wheelchair, and other students with different abilities compete--and win!--in national and international karate competitions! Sensei Green is an excellent, patient teacher, but in the tradition and old spirit of karate he expects respect, discipline and hard work. If you're looking for a genuine karate experience, want to learn how to defend yourself, and perhaps gain self confidence, strength and maybe even lose a bit of weight, try Green's Karate!

Two siblings and their orange belts. Congratulations you two! You are moving on up quite nicely! Keep it up!

5 Year old National and Regional Champions!

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Sensei Green prepping for the warm-ups at the Chattanooga Autism Walk. Around 1,000 attended this event!

9Round - Chattanooga

3.3

2.2 mi

Well, about a year ago I signed a year contract for $36. Both the manager and one of the trainers…read morestated I would be locked in that price after I fulfilled my contract, and wouldn't have to sign another year contract. Well I ended up canceling a year later because the one I was going to was too far away. However, when I went to the store in person to cancel, I made sure to ask if I came back would be at that price. The owner Paul was there, and he said since I fulfilled my contract, "I'd be able to come back at the $36/month with no contract. Fast forward to July, and I got really excited when they opened a gym near my house! I went there to talk to them and not only did they tell me that they couldn't do $36/month with out a contract, I'd have to sign another year contract for $49/month. Sure it's not that much of a difference, but it's bad business practice. Also, I follow 9 round on instagram and your clients have bad kickboxing form. I don't want to go to a gym that doesn't teach me form, because there is a large possibility that you will hurt yourself. Sure it's a quick 30 minute workout but it's not enough, I'd have to go 6 times to get the recommended exercise amount. They have odd hours and the time I'd be able to go, they are closed for lunch for nearly three hours.

"The best investment I have ever made in myself! Love the owner, the trainers and the workout!…read moreBiggest fan!"

Lil Red and "Jabbin" Jamon punching it out

Jesse "Top Gun" Grun

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Results happen when you show up.

Rock Island State Park

4.8

(82 reviews)

59.3 mi

Very cool place awesome hike. Dipping in the water on a hot day was amazing. All kinds of beautiful…read morenature and sounds. Brought a publix sub from florida to enjoy out here

Rock Island State Park has a strange layout but is jam-packed with interesting sites. If you stop…read morein the Visitor Center, they have maps and written directions on how to hit the highlights easily. You can view different falls, cascades, flow stones, and more from short distance strolls to overlooks, or delve deeper into the gorge for a closer view. Swimming is not permitted except in certain areas, so take notice, people have drowned here. Be careful when hiking and exploring the floor of the gorge as the dam can release water with limited warning. That being said, the Twin Falls and Great Falls are lovely, and the diverse landscape keeps the walk extremely interesting! Me and the dog did the Upstream and Downstream trails on the Twin Falls side, and the Gorge Trail on the Great Falls side, and while Dianne, they are steep and slippery, so wear proper shoes!

Rock Island State Park

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Splash Island - Tullahoma

4.0

(8 reviews)

63.5 mi

My kids got flipped off and cussed at a lifeguard they told him and the kids were very close and he…read moresaid he did not care

Food is overpriced but besides that it's fun for kids adults teams. There's water slides. There's a…read morelazy river and it is fine.

Red Clay State Historic Park

4.9

(18 reviews)

13.0 mi

I occasionally afford myself the luxury of visiting places without really knowing what to expect…read more This park just wasn't that clear to me in its purpose, but it became more so after arrival, with a visitor center focused on Native American history and identifying this as a Cherokee Nation headquarters. A spread of recreated buildings outside offers opportunities for perusal. The most aesthetically distinctive site is a large spring of the sort that seem more common in Kentucky than Tennessee, which evinces a robust blue color and empties into a clear stream. The spring itself is off-limits, but the stream is open for wading. All of these sites are within sight of the initial entrance, but a trek uphill reveals picnic areas, an amphitheater, and a couple of mile trail through the woods. Between the different elements of the park, it was easy to spend a couple of hours there, and best of all, it's free, though the gift shop warrants examination.

Red Clay is not the type of state park that I would normally seek out. Why? It's not in the…read moremountains and the trails are tame. Nonetheless, something about it lured me in for a visit and I'm glad I ventured out here (on Indigenous People's Day coincidentally). Historically, it's really interesting that this was the last meeting site for the Cherokee tribe's council. The signs claim it is "where the Trail of Tears really began." I was really intrigued by the natural Spring called "the Blue Hole." I've never seen a spring that appears bright blue in a forest setting. Seeing this cool natural sight was pretty awesome. Also, I could just imagine the Cherokee using this spring water and being here hundreds of years before. Trail wise: Pretty flat and easy trails. It's not very challenging. But, it makes up for it because it's a calm place with beautiful forest. I loved walking around. Also, since this is small and off the beaten path, it's not crowded at all. Overall: highly recommended. Worth a visit!

Very blue water from natural spring

Blue hole

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Blue hole spring

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Great activity for kids and adults. Greg and his staff are wonderful.

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