Master McGinnis is awesome! I had been searching for some time for a place that had the arts that I…read morewas very interested in and also practical. This place checks all the boxes and makes you feel at home and at ease. For a older guy like myself I felt a little apprehensive about getting back into it but so glad I did. Master McGinnis is excellent and very professional and patient. I can't thank you enough for being the perfect spot and exceeding my expectations in all areas. Would highly recommend here for your training as there is something for everyone.

This dojo is amazing. My son has some special attention deficit/behavioral issues. They have an…read moreinclusive atmosphere that makes my son (and his family) feel welcomed. The discipline and focus that the instructors instill in the kids are setting them up for success in life. So thankful to have this group in our lives!!!

We love our NC Budo family!!! My son has taken classes here for the past three years and has really…read morebenefited from the positive atmosphere and dedicated staff!

From the owner: NC Budo is a martial arts center offering popular school-day and after-school programs plus an…read moreextensive schedule of classes on everything from mindfulness to competitive and classical karate training.

360 Taekwondo is perfect for my son and I. Mr. Rinaldo and his team create an amazing environment!…read moreThe atmosphere is perfect for all levels. No judgement just fun, exercise and family. You'll love it!

We were part of this school for 4 years. It has recently changed to a new owner that just doesn't…read morework. The Remaining 2 instructors are amazing. Be aware what once was affordable rates now have been increased.

Great place to learn martial arts. Great instructors and a 5 star system. Classes for Kids and…read moreAdults.

From the owner: Eng School of Self Defense is a world proven program of mixed martial arts teaching the…read moreWorld Combative Art System created by Grandmaster Robert W. Eng III in 1977, aimed at teaching students Discipline, Self Confidence, and Self Defense.

I've been training at FTF since 2011. This is not a normal gym. If you're looking for staff and…read morecoaches that care about you and your health this is the place! They offer challenging classes and it doesn't matter what age you are or what fitness level you are. The classes are fun and rewarding. They teach you that life begins outside of your comfort zone. They even let you try your first class free... so you have nothing to lose! Come join the FTF family!

I started attending fit to fight in pursuit of self-defense. I have taken a few of their Krav Maga…read moreclasses and try to go at least once a week for the heavy bag classes when I can make it. These folks are very helpful and friendly no matter where you are in your fitness journey. You can quite literally not know anything about self-defense or fitness and still get a pretty great workout here. I love all of the people including the ones that work out here and the ones that coach here. Definitely give Fit To Fight a try!

Clean gym and they're open on time. It's a business and functions as one. Has good drills and teach…read morerelevant techniques. Members + staff are respectful and good people. Needs to focus more on safety, saw many people get seriously hurt because they're going too hard during sparring. Sparring should be for practice. Also the belt system is completely gone and now runs on money and not merit... after all it's a business don't expect anything more.

My family loves Professor Diogo and his family. My kids (6 & 7 years old) started raining with…read moretheir dad this year and have a great time every class. My husband started as a white belt years ago and is a brown belt now. Facility is clean. They take all precautions taking temps, wearing masks, hand sanitizing so everyone can safely train. Highly recommend.

Was looking for a way to build up self-confidence and leadership skills for my kids (age 9 and 12)…read more This class has been great in their development in sports and everyday life. The instructor is very personable and treats all the students like family. The classes are structured in a way that kids all of the kids engaged. It even has me engaged to the point that I stay and watch all of the sessions my kids attend.

From the owner: A premier martial arts/mentoring facility. We use martial arts as a direct vehicle for building…read morecharacter, leadership and changing lives. At Dragonfly Martial Arts & Fitness, our classes are designed to help children of all ages and abilities learn the fundamentals of martial arts. Classes are tailored to each individual child, so they can learn at their own pace and develop their skills in a safe and supportive environment. Our classes are designed to help children develop important life skills such as discipline, respect, focus, and self-confidence. We also teach them the importance of physical fitness and healthy lifestyle habits. We believe that martial arts can be a powerful tool for transforming your child’s life. Our classes are designed to help children develop important life skills that will stay with them for years to come.

My grandson attends karate classes here. The teachers are really good with the kids and the kids…read moreare learning self-discipline, balance, fun and friendship.

I love this place my stepson and my son both take classes here and they absolutely love it. The…read morecoaches are very committed and it's a great martial arts school altogether the first few classes are free, so I recommend giving this martial arts school a try you won't regret it

I cannot speak enough praise for how much I love the peaceful dragon and the family that has come…read morewith it, for how much it has changed my life overall. I have severe anxiety to name just a few of my struggles and yet the people here have managed the challenging feat of balancing: (1) Pushing and encouraging a person to move forward just as far as you don't think you can go, without pushing you to your breaking point, (2) all while supporting and encouraging you along the way in a compassionate way; until little by little you are doing things you never thought you could do. The peaceful dragon has always pushed me past my comfort zones, and has never let me get away with living my life saying "No, I can't do that." And more than anything they've never given up on me or let me give up on myself. Every year I grow a little more and walk out with a more enhanced perspective on life. I genuinely don't think I'd be where I am today without their gentle guidance and encouragement and that is worth the tuition it costs to attend a school that will build you up into a person you and others around you can be proud of. This year, is my second year and I am in awe beyond words for how many who have come before me to whom I aspire to, people who have been here 20, 14, 10 even 7 and 5 years. Some began as adults some grew up practicing here from the time they were children now headed to college. It has to be so amazing to be able to watch your students grow and transform. I can't help but look up to all of these people who have loved, supported and adopted me and others like me as family in the 2 years that I've been here and that was without me having any history in martial arts under my belt. I hear some people gawk at the price. I make less than 9k/year and yet I still have found ways to attend. I know some people who have given up (literally) everything just to come here with no regrets. And so I've always believed that people find ways to afford things that matter to them, if something matters to you enough you'll find a way to make it happen. To that end it's not about the money. It's about keeping a tradition and a school alive. Money is a tool needed to grow and maintain the school whose rent we all share. If you walk into the school you'll see pictures of the peaceful dragon being built; and if you listen to the teachers who have been there for 14 or more years you'll hear them talk about when they were all out practicing together in parks. You can't know what it's like to have a roof over your head to practice until you've had to practice without one. How many people can say they started out learning in a park only to see those funds reinvested to build a bigger and better building made just for them and future students like them to practice in. How many schools can say that their students grow on to become teachers with them or others if they so choose to walk that path? How many people can go to a school where the students grow to become teachers, and where each member is not just a 'member' but a part of a family? And how many schools have teachers where teachers, students and their families are recognized and honoured for all that they do to keep the spirit of the martial arts tradition and school alive? That is genuinely a combination of good leadership and community. For *me* to be able to practice in a school like this one among family like this one is a privilege and a honour. To be among people who have been training here since before there was a building to practice is equally a privilege. I love my school, and I know that not only am I lucky to attend a school that offers all that it does but that my continued success as a student is dependent on the success of my school. If you decide to be a student and are locked in on "why can't I have dirt cheap prices", I do hope that you're able to grow from a "me-first gimme gimme what can I get at bargain prices" mindset to a how can we help each other, how can I help my family succeed mindset, because the two are interdependent. I went in with a me-first mindset and I've come out with a sense of connection and otherness that I wouldn't have otherwise had without this school. I could go on but I'll stop and hope that that leaves anyone who might read that with enough food for though.

I have been attending The Peaceful Dragon for almost two years now as a "yoga-only" student. It has…read morebeen my saving grace and I absolutely love it! My original purpose for signing up was stress management, but two side benefits were increased strength and weight loss. Another "yelper" complained that it was only for experts, which I completely disagree with. It is true that they don't have separate classes based on skill level. However, the instructors provide various modifications to accommodate all skill levels. It is up to you to do what is right for your body based on how you feel that day and your skill level. The poses are not the objective. The whole point of the class is to focus internally on yourself and your breathing. It shouldn't matter what the person next to you is doing. Everyone has to start somewhere, but in time you will improve. I have grown tremendously in my practice and can do poses that I could only dream of doing when I first started out. And yet there are still many things that I am still trying to achieve that others can do with ease. This is why it is called a practice. It is the journey and not the destination. Many of the instructors remind us that "yoga is a spiritual practice disguised as a physical practice" and "going though the motions without breathing deeply isn't yoga." One of the other things that I love about these classes is they are challenging. I feel many times better after going to class versus doing a YouTube yoga video at home. I love the Peaceful Dragon yoga classes and couldn't imagine taking yoga anywhere else!

I took an intro class at Dyme Boxing and I had a great experience. The gym itself is an awesome…read morespace with plenty of boxing equipment, 2 boxing rings, gym equipment and an outdoor training space. The coaches were friendly, knowledgeable, and hands on for the beginner class. They focused on fundamental techniques and ensuring the class had a great workout. I got an authentic boxing experience and sweated a lot!Good music and energy in the gym overall. What more can you ask for? I highly recommend it!

This is an awesome gym--super nice and incredibly knowledgeable trainers/coaches. I popped in when…read morevisiting Charlotte on business and had a tough but fantastic boxing session. Thanks for the workout! I'll definitely visit again when I'm back in Charlotte!