I've been attending this academy for about two week now and I've enjoyed every minute of it. It's a small family owned martial arts school and you can really feel that family atmosphere from the moment you walk in. Everyone here is so friendly and welcoming they make you feel like part of the team right away. The facility is clean and well maintained and you can tell they take pride in their space. Starting in 2026 they'll be introducing a dress code so everyone trains in the same uniform which I think is a great idea to build unity. Each class is about an hour long and for adults there's a sparring session afterward at no extra cost just people helping each other improve. It's been an awesome experience so far and I'm looking forward to continuing my training here. read more

My kids go here great teachers and have great adult classes too. They also sale equipment there. Also very clean environmen.

IMPACT Martial Arts is a great environment with a welcoming staff that helps guide my martial arts path. They teach more than the physical aspect, they share cultures. I intend to stay as long as I can! read more

My daughter loves going to class and the coaches are very helpful when you are having a difficult time. Overall she enjoys all aspects of impact. read more

I tried a couple places and then I found this place and it just clicked. Jacob and Sarah were especially welcoming and answered a littany of questions, and even remembered me when I called back to reschedule. I walked in day one and they were all there waiting to give me a tour. Dont believe me? Go to their website and take their virtual tour. They even have a polished and informative app with a multitude of lessons, and the website itself is a cut above the rest. Their instructors are all top notch and are very attentive to any special needs and will spend the extra time to work with you on your form. You won't find a more professionally ran or welcoming place to train than impact. If you are looking for a good place to train martial arts, look no further, THIS IS YOUR PLACE. Come get a tour and do the 3 class trial - you won't be disappointed. read more

In October of 2022, I re-enrolled my daughter in a new Muay Thai contract with Impact Martial Arts. I am extremely impressed with their entire team, who are friendly, professional, and skilled teachers. Despite my daughter's intermittent training over the years, her physical and mental growth has been remarkable. I highly recommend doing research, reading reviews, and visiting potential martial arts studios before settling on one. We followed this process with Impact, and it was worth every penny. read more

The best academy to learn martial arts! Everyone is friendly. The vibes are immaculate. If you're thinking about joining, try it out anyways! read more

I would highly recommend to both my friends and family. My little one is always excited to go train and I have noticed how her confidence has much improved. read more

amazing teachings, really easy to grasp and great explanations. really works with students well and good facilities. Amazing school overall.

I was a student at impact from November to June, and have recently moved to Colorado due to the military. Let me tell you, this academy is run like a well oiled machine and there are few places like it. The other academies I have tried out just don't have the amazing atmosphere this place does. Guro Ervin, the owner, continually pushes to better the academy and students, whether he is pushing out an Academy app that tells students everything they need to know about upcoming events, or pushing the students harder than ever in preparation for a big tournament. You also learn about life, which I didn't expect initially. You grow as a martial artist and a person, I have been told by many people they have see a change in me since I started. I hate I had to leave and will definitely be stopping back in whenever I come into town. I can't stress this place enough, check it out you won't regret it. read more

My son has only had 2 sessions and we love it so far! The staff is super friendly and they are great with the kids. We are satisfied!

In all my years of martial arts. I've never seen a program that caters to the children's age range and is excellent at teaching them respect, manners and technique. I've attended many school and I have never attended a class that has kids just around my age. A lot were mixed with adults. Not here. There are different classes. mui Thai, jujitsu, incorporating Filipino kali, mixed martial arts. It took me a year of checking out classes, finally finding this perfect martial arts class for my kids. My sons cannot get their white belt until they have proven to my husband and i that they are ready to be given their belts. They have to keep up with chores, clear their table after eating and use their manners. I am so happy that they just don't give kids their belts so easily so they know that everything is earned. My boys are in the 5-7year old classes. They are learning to develop their character and defend themselves. Their teacher coach "Simo" Eloy is excellent at what she does. Her nurturing spirit and ways she communicates with the kids and teaches them is by far amazing. The kids actually get to build a respectful relationship with their teachers and coaches. I am so happy that they are enjoying their time here. They are receiving quality self defense and I enjoy that the kids are all taught respect. They have a "powerful word of the month" and there is summer camp registration. There is nothing better than coming to bring the kids to class and not having to worry that their are some crazy rambunctious kids to deal with with. They treat everyone like family. The class sizes are a good size. With two times a week of martial arts its perfect for my boys. IMPACT is the best in all of the Hampton roads area. read more

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Best decision I've made in years. The instructors are amazing. Pushing you beyond what you that you could do, and giving you knowledge to go further. I love this camp. It was honestly life changing for me. I fell in love with Muay Thai and there's no looking back. read more

Impact Martial Arts Academy - Muay Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I brought my kids in today for their first free class & to check the school out. Coach Geno was phenomenal with both of my boys (8 & 9), even when they were distracted. My kids are excited about coming back and getting to work with their age group next week. Sarah was fantastic getting our administrative needs taken care of & getting us enrolled. We're looking forward to being a part of the Impact gym. read more

So I came here for another event BUT I still wanted to review this spot since I was able to observed the culture and the students enjoying and practicing their lessons. Coming in I was welcome by the sweet owner/Simo (instructor, teacher) and she explained what the students (young & old)were doing and the different martial arts they teach at their facility. I was especially impressed that they teach Filipino martial arts!! Whaaatt... Filipinos have their own martial arts?!? Who knew! The husband-wife combo are passionate about the art of self-confidence by passing that on to their students.Not only are they teaching you the physical aspect of it but the culture and history of the art too, bonus points! Talking to some of the kids, they've been there for like 6 plus years Wow! So with a clean facility, great owners, and happy students what are you waiting for? This is the place you've been looking for! read more

We recently enrolled our older two into muay thai kickboxing at Impact. We had looked around and other schools, but Impact really won over all members of the family. It's not a large school (yet) by any means nor does it mass-produce black belts in record time. However, they will be moving to a huge location soon. Muay Thai kickboxing, Filipino Martial arts (Kali, Escrima, Arnis, & Silat), Judo, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are offered here. Impact really won us over with their family atmosphere. Once you join, you and your family became part of "the tribe". The students and parents are super supportive of one another. Egos are checked at the door. We've been super-impressed how the other kids have taken it upon themselves to help our kids out if they've needed it. The kids are also taught a month-long lesson on a "powerful word" (ie. self-control, anger management, etc.) for character development...along with a short homework assignment due at the end of the month. Eloy (Simo) and Carrie ("Ate Carrie") do a fantastic job with the kids. The Quintin kids are also frequently seen in the kids class helping out with instruction. The adults' classes are also very well-run but unfortunately these kids have to go to college one day, so classes for us will have to wait. Another important note is that the school is CLEAN!!! They sanitize the mats every night. The part of the school that should be the stinkiest (the mat area) does not smell...at all. The students are required to use the hand sanitizer provided before class and the students are asked not to go in the retest room without their shoes. As parents, that's something that impresses us and gives us peace of mind that our kids aren't rolling around in complete disgustingness...yes, I said it. Important to note, Impact moves to a much larger location at the beginning of June (2013). read more

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My daughter started attending the Academy October 2022 an it has become a second home to her. We absolutely love it, the instructors are amazing! They are very welcoming and very professional. She learns much more then just martial arts, she learns about respect, responsibility, strength in her mind and compassion. I'm so glad we found them! read more

I've been training here for a little over a year now and it's always great to want to keep coming back to a gym you feel at home with. For Muay Thai and BJJ I've been blessed with very knowledgeable and legitimate instructors: Kru Ervin, Simo, Kru Geno, Kuya Trevor, Coach Sarah and Até Carrie are all awesome! I appreciate that they have a curriculum that allows you to not only advance properly but it also gives you the ability to review certain combinations or moves that you may forget as you add to your fighting toolbox. All egos are left at the door and everyone that I've interacted with has been very polite and respectful. Keep in mind that this place has their prices set for a reason, its quality really puts itself apart from the rest and if you see value in your mental, physical and surprisingly spiritual growth, invest in it. read more

Impact Martial Arts Academy - Muay Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Took my 5 year old daughter in for the trial. The instructors were very informative and knowledgable. They were all very good with kids, and made it fun for her. They not only teach technique, they also teach values, good behavior, discipline. She was very hesitant going into it because she thinks it's not a "girly" thing to do, but by the end of it she loved it and needless to say we signed up. read more

Took my 6 yr old son for a a try out training and loved every second of it! The teachers are very knowledgable and very friendly! Felt right at home! read more

Great environment for children. And the support group/staff is amazing along with their expertise of the arts & The chemistry building.

Excellent staff and great facilities. Best one I have seen so far. Most deff recommend to everyone I know.

My sons have learned here for almost 2 years and they have loved every class. An awesome place to learn and grow. Instructors are amazing!

Great place for beginning and experienced martial artists! Impact's strengths are the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the approachable and openness of all the instructors, and motivation by all students to both learn and enjoy the class. The various options of JKD, BJJ, kickboxing, Arnis and other styles offer a blend of ranges that provide a complete approach to martial arts that many other schools do not have. The Friday open classes also allow for a more informal and impromptu/open practice for those looking to train to specific focus areas-having a good training partner or requesting assistance from any of the gurus or other students also helps. I would recommend this place for all ages and experience levels. read more

Experienced martial artists and awesome people, there to help you reach your goals every step of the way!

Great place; great classes; friendly people! They have an awesome community of you're looking to train BJJ, Muay Thai, or Kali. The shop is clean and has a hangout area if you have someone waiting for you. The location itself is really convenient: right next to the grocery store and Planet Fitness. read more

One common word you'll see in reading these reviews is Family. IMPACT Martial Arts Academy is a family. It is literally a family. The Owners and head instructors are Husband and wife; their kids are active students and instructors, and they treat everyone as a part of their own. When you come in, you feel as if you were invited to a family event and are receiving an extended invitation into the family, the Tribe. The training is top notch. You won't find a better place that covers striking, grappling, and weapons. On lineage alone, the lineup is amazing. IMPACT's ability to deliver techniques in a way you understand makes learning easy yet physically challenging for all levels. But more than the techniques and skills in martial arts being taught, it's their ability to help you reach your potential. IMPACT will train you to be a whole martial artist. They will train your body, mind, and soul. After every training session you go to, you will feel an improvement in yourself in one or more of these aspects. If you aspire to become an instructor, IMPACT has avenues to build on the attributes needed to become an effective leader. All of IMPACT's instructors are home grown. That alone speaks volumes. If you ever wanted to improve on anything; martial arts is the vehicle to help you reach your potential. You don't need to get in shape to join. You join to better yourself. Getting in shape is just a side effect. read more

Stopped in the other day to check things out. I watched a couple of classes and I was impressed. It takes a lot of time and understanding to teach several kinds of people. Eloy took the time to talk, instruct and train all of her students so each one understood what needed to be done. Each student not only learned something but seemed to enjoy what they were doing. Ervin taught 2 classes while I was there. The interaction he took with each student was remarkable. The level of instruction was perfect and catered to everyone. Being there gave me a feeling that everyone involved was Ohana. You will definitely get the Tribe feeling when you stop in. I recommend this place if you want to learn and be a part of something great. Good job guys. read more

I've been training at IMPACT Martial Arts Academy in Filipino Martial Arts for almost two years. It has been a great experience that has helped me re-connect with my Filipino roots. While what initially attracted me to IMPACT was the great technical training provided by Guro Ervin Quintin, what kept me there was the family-like 'tribe' mentality the Academy instils in its students. Egos are checked-in at the doors and the welcoming environment helps you focus on building yourself physically and mentally, while also developing great relationships with fellow students and staff. I would recommend IMPACT Martial Arts Academy to anyone looking to learn martial arts in a good, clean, and fun family environment. read more

It's great! So much fun and the teachers are all super nice and encouraging. I've only been going for a few months but I can tell I've improved and I don't feel as bad if I eat a little bit more knowing I'll definitely burn it off. No matter when you start you always learn something new and it's really useful. My brother and I like to spar (he takes karate) and I've gotten really good. It's definitely the place to go to learn martial arts! read more

At the age of 47 I decided to get back in shape. I tried different "programs" and a year later settled into Muay Thai (Thai kick boxing). Since then I dropped about 30 pounds and am in the best shape of my life. I didn't start my training at IMPACT but will difinitely stay there. I travel so I get to train at many different schools when I'm on the road, by far Impact is the best. What makes it the best? It's the atmosphere, it's family friendly, smells good (proffesionally sanitized), clean, quality instruction/instructors, and last but not least Ervin and Eloy. These two have a passion not just for instruction but for people. Wanna get in shape, lose weight, and meet new friends then enroll at Impact Martial Arts Academy. Yes, it is an Academy in every sense of the word! read more

This is probably one of the greatest group of people i have ever got to train with, the knowledge that is offered is absolutely phenomenal. There is never a dull time with the tribe. This was and always will be my family. read more

Ervin and Eloy have created an atmosphere that is unsurpassed! The commitment to their heritage and the martial arts community is one to be commended! I have not seen such passion in quite a while! IMPACT is the place to go in Hampton Roads if you are looking for quality training in an atmosphere that is welcoming to all levels! read more

My 5 year old son goes here and it is amazing. The staff is extremely nice. The instructors are the best. I am so happy we choose to become part of the impact family. I would suggest this place to anyone looking for martial arts for themselves or their children. Again the BEST!!!!!! read more

TtP. Trained at 3 good local gyms. For me, Impact is ranking #1. They foster a friendly training environment, constant communication (in class, Facebook, email), and they keep a CLEAN gym. Just want to get in shape or train hard, you can get it all at Impact. Staff & students, top notch read more