The owner and instructors are amazing here! They seem to truly care for each student. Empower ATA…read moreis more than just a martial arts school, it's a family!

My daughter just started classes here and we can already see a difference at home with her…read moreattention and focus. The instructors are great with kids and you can tell that there is mutual respect between them and the students. They teach discipline, respect for others and themselves and important life skills all while in a fun environment. The kids really take to it. If you are looking for classes for yourself or your children, I would recommend ATA, you won't be disappointed.

Impact coaches have no learning structure or idea what they are doing. With no plan, the…read moreinstructors ask what the kids want to learn and end up trying to teach "arm bar from half guard"... that's not a thing, and anyone who even allows such incompetence in instruction shouldn't be running a gym. Will not be going here to learn anything about jiu jitsu!

In 2007 and 2008 I used to attend Capitol City Cage Fights (CCCF) in Salem as a spectator, and then…read morelater as an announcer for a few fights, which featured mostly amateur MMA fights with the occasional pro fight. It soon became apparent from watching the fights and interacting my with the fighters during the CCCF bouts, the technical skills of the Impact fighters (from various Oregon Impact locations) were a standout amongst the other gyms that had fighters competing. Their averages for wins were above the rest. I also never observed an Impact fighter show up ill-prepared or overweight. Impact's professionalism and discipline was apparent; and their fighters were great ambassadors for their brand and the sport. I haven't kept up with the Oregon fight scene in a long time. A lot has happened over the years including the successful spreading of Impact gyms down from Portland to Sherwood, Newberg, Salem, and McMinnville. In 08 I became a dad & money/time became extremely tight as I sought other entrepreneurial ventures. I trained occasional with friends or my bro-in-law when I had a chance but never Impact. Years later around 2017, still a cop, I started at the Impact location in Salem training off-and-on always having phenomenal experiences. I would also train BJJ separately with some of my cop buddies. Fast fwd to today. I haven't trained with Impact in a couple of years (not Impact's fault), but I continued to train with weights and work on the heavy bag to keep up some level of grappling conditioning in view of Impact training sessions at the Courthouse gym they operated out of. I will say this about Nic Gilardi (Salem owner). He is dedicated to his coaches, students, and their betterment. I've seen how the children's, women's, Muay Thai, boxing, BJJ, and MMA specific classes are all run. What I have seen consists of good folks all working together to get better where egos are expected to be checked when one steps on the matts (read the signs they have posted). It's also worth noting Nic Gilardi (Salem Impact owner) has also devoted his own personal time to training law enforcement officers. For those that don't know, as a former 'defensive tactics' (title for law enforcement's version of martial arts, so to speak) instructor (which doesn't make me anything special by the way), when the public sees what they deem as excessive force, it's generally a result of a poorly trained cop who panics and use poor techniques when faced with a physical fight or resistance out of their comfort zone. Good training like what Nic offers for cops to take part in during their off time directly results in more cool-headed confident cops, who can more efficiently and safely take a resisting subject into custody, vital for the wellbeing of the public especially in the bipolar political environment that at times can be at odds with law enforcement. I digress.. but will say one more thing. Some people gripe about the price BJJ gyms, but I will say Nic is a self made guy who scrapped his way up to earn and continue to earn his BJJ black belt plus a few stripes while dealing with all the trials and tribulations of being a business owner including during COVID. Salem Impact continues to help people become better people. Current estimates are that only .0006 % of the world (maybe 50,0000 out 8.1 billion people) walk this earth that have a legit black belt in BJJ. His instructors have put more time into gaining their ranks than it takes to get a bachelor's degree, with a few who have more time in than it would take to get a PHD, with 3 black belts having been created in the under Nic. For those who don't know who are used to seeing 10+ black belts walking around in kata-based 'traditional' martial arts dojos, developing 3 BJJ practitioners (all of whom have humbled me on the mats in a way where no ego was involved that made me better) is a huge feat which contributes to the Salem-Keizer community as whole. Their presence quietly and humbling walking amongst us makes our community safer. The level of expertise offered is at bargain compared to other specialized trainings found in the professional or corporate world. Training in BJJ or any worthwhile martial arts that includes sparring made up of more than just katas (not talking trash on katas) makes better humans and is a great antidote to the Victim mentality that has become a cancer in today's society(my views do not necessarily reflect Impact:). It's import to note, I have no dog in the fight in regard to Impact. I have not talked to Nic in a couple of years. I also have nothing financially to gain by this post. Whether it's with Impact or somewhere else... Get your kids and yourself signed up. OSS!

I took a boxing women's boxing camp at this Keizer location and it was such a fun time with a great…read moresweat and I even learned a few things. So excited to hear that they are going to be in Keizer full time !!!!

Leroy was a very good trainer. He was patient and taught footwork and the mechanics of punching and…read morekicking and also we did conditioning work. I very much recommend Leroy and Aloha kickboxing.

Aloha Kickboxing is an awesome place to train--Coach Leroy brings the perfect mix of skill,…read moremotivation, and patience to every class. He really knows how to break things down so beginners feel comfortable, but he also pushes more experienced fighters to level up their technique and conditioning. The gym has a welcoming vibe, great energy, and a community that feels like family. If you're looking to get in shape, build confidence, and learn real kickboxing skills,

Took the free first class today and absolutely loved it. Half the class was done before I even…read morerealized it. Came into it with zero experience in training or martial arts and it wasn't a problem at all. The instructor went over everything well and I was able to go at my own pace for the more complicated things. I signed up for three months right after class, but the three class punch card for $20 is a killer deal if you're still unsure after the free class.

My friend and I came to Krav Salem for a women's self defense class and we had a blast! I have…read morealways wanted to try a self-defense course and this class was exactly what I wanted. It was a densely-packed session that was very beginner friendly. I walked away with skills I could use right now, and I know what skills I can work on when I come back to get more skilled. There were plenty of instructors there to help so you got lots of feedback and attention -- which was a pleasant surprise at a big event! Try this place out if you're considering it: the instructors are engaging and helped me feel comfortable within the first 10 minutes of being there.

Long ass review incoming…read more So, I've boxed here a couple of months. Ive had an interest in boxing for a few years, but only recently have begun taking it serious. All and all I have like.. a year of experience. But so far, I've found that Luna's is one of the few gyms that offers boxing- and teaches you shit. To the credit of other gyms, the thing is alot of others offer it as like a cardio boxing thing/have other martial arts they focus on as their main ones. If you want to compete, learn self defense, or stay active you should be training here all the same. Like, if youre gonna do cardio boxing and just spam punches in the air you might as well do it while actually learning how to do it correctly. Its more value. Coach Oscar and Assistant Coach Josh are an excellent duo. Its a gym ran by a Mexican family, teaching Mexican pressure boxing. Different regions, countries have different styles within boxing. So no shit, you'll learn Mexican pressure boxing from a Mexican boxer. They've produced winners, and facilitated transformation. If you want change, and to grow, I'd train here. Josh does a fucking excellent job explaining the technical why and how behind things. I can always bug him and Oscar for what we are doing, and why... If you put the effort in, they give you their attention. If you are serious, they are serious. But if you just wanna sweat, socialize while working out, you have friends and family all the same. I don't care if this review sounds corny, this is for anyone thoughtful and trying to weigh their choices. There's a kids class, and the pricing is all competitive. I have shopped around lol. Unless you're asleep, you don't walk away from a martial art not learning discipline and getting confidence. Come watch sparring, bring your kid to something useful and helpful (I have adhd, this shit is amazing for it. You can't space out unless you wanna get hit in the face, good motivator), get ripped, learn to fight. Pick your reason. I have to move soon, and I'm gonna miss the shit out of the community I found here. Btw 3282 Silverton Rd NE, Salem is the official address. Enter the food yard, its a smallish yellow sign, and keep going straight then turn left. Its in the back.

Extremely clean dojo! Well lit & open environment. The atmosphere is honestly the most friendly…read moreI've seen period. Definitely a family friendly introductory to jujitsu and self defense. North stars staff and coaches are no joke; these guys are the real deal. I was lucky enough to get involved in a 6 week free trial. Definitely something to go check out if interested in learning martial arts . I say 5 stars due to the fact of the overwhelming professionalisms, safety, transparency, & coaching skills!

I started at Pushes and Pulls with Marsha and Steve a couple of months ago. I have been practicing…read morePilates on and off for the past 15 years with an amazing array of instructors; however, I must say that Marsha is the crème de la crème! She knows everything about the body -- how it moves, why certain muscles ache, etc. All I have to do is tell her, "I felt a pinch right here when I did that movement," and she always knows what muscle is affected and why, then she will have me adjust my posture or movement and voila! everything is in working order! I always have a great time during my workouts, both Marsha and Steve are so much fun and I can't say enough about how wonderful they are as instructors. I highly recommend Pushes and Pulls for Pilates novices and ol' pros alike. Before I forget, Marsha introduced me to Gyrotonic and it is AMAZING, albeit challenging at times, but it is so worth it.

Very excited to review Marsha. I worked with her at another studio for over a year. I was post…read morespine surgery and had barely any movement in my spine. Before I had spine surgery I was jogger and did yoga for years. One day my back went out and even after surgery I could do nothing. Then someone suggested Pilates. I researched and found Marsha at a studio in San Francisco. Martha's knowledge of anatomy and movement is incredible. She started me slow off at first with mat Pilates and then Cadillac, Reformer and Chair and finally introduced me to Gyrotonic. Adding Gyrotonic showed me that I could one day get back to yoga, which I've now been back doing about a year. She's patient and encouraging. She even wanted to look at MRI reports I had and asked questions of my physical therapist and physicians so she could properly guide me and get me back to an active physical life. I owe a lot to Marsha.