If you are looking for top-notch defensive training, look no further. They have a wide variety of…read moreclasses/courses for every ability. It's definitely worth your time!

I took my first class from Critical Defense Institute in 2017 after meeting Rob, the owner, on the…read morerange during a competition. The training I have received from Rob and his staff is amazing; their level of training an expertise is what everyone needs to be become proficient in the art of self-defense, both empty hand and firearms. Most recently, I took a rifle class, and it was nothing less than spectacular, even though it rained the entire day!

My 6year old son loves going here. Tim (the instructor) is great with kids and they have so much…read morefun while learning not just Karate but also the basic lessons of respect, concentration, discipline and confidence. I can't say enough good things about this school. My son loves going there. The classes are small and each kid gets plenty of instruction from Tim. If you live in the area and have young kids interested in Karate, please give this school a chance! If you are on the fence, feel free to email Any questions to me at godslefthand83@yahoo.com I am not affiliated with the school on any way aside from my son being a student.

From the owner: Martial arts instruction. Fitness/self defense classread more

Would recommend this place to any lady in Boston. But make sure you understand that there are 10…read moremodules, so you shouldn't expect to become a self-defense expert in one class. What I enjoyed the most was actually not the 'fighting' part, but the part where we sat in front of the whiteboard and discussed how to best avoid the attack. Will be attending the other modules for sure. Wake up at 10am on Saturday, your safety is worth it. PS - If you have a car, I recommend driving here. Parking is free, but T is a little far and the walk is unpleasant.

Owner was very helpful on the phone and willing to accommodate our schedule. We couldn't make…read morethings work in the end, but we appreciated his time & effort!

The classes fit my schedule and the instructors are respectful and happy to discuss accommodations…read morefor any special needs. The two week free trial gave me a chance to see if the courses, instructors, and school culture worked for me. I've made progress in a short time. I am an adult learner taking Tai Chi and Muay Thai, and I enjoy both classes for different reasons.

Checkmate teaches self defense, mostly Jujitsu (small circle), Judo, some kick boxing and mixed…read moremartial arts training (separate classes / instructors). I've been training there for a few years, lost 50 lbs, and made a big improvement in my life. It is casual, informal, supportive, geared to the individual. Focus is on self defense that's reasonable, effective and safe. The head instructor has a 5th degree black belt, and his top student is a 2nd degree black belt, and with Manchester PD and fire arms instructor.

I just recently started taking classes here after looking online for quite some time. Not only do…read morethey offer a wide range of martial art styles, but each class is suited for people of any skill level! Everyone I talk to there has been going for years!!!! I can definitely see why. I look forward to each class and find I am more motivated and energetic. You will not be disappointed!!!

Master Sarah and her team are fabulous. My son has been having an incredible time with this…read morestudio. They work really well with the kids and also offer adult classes. They are teaching life lessons and well as the martial arts.

Good ratio of instructors to students. One on one today.Clean studio.read more

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, great price and unlimited classes, relaxed atmosphere and…read moreone on one training.

Kevin has a reputation for being good with autistic kids, but he lacked the patience to see my son…read morethrough one bad (but not violent) incident, and kicked him out after several months of lessons. Autistic kids will sometimes fail to act appropriately in social situations, and with some kids, those failures will be disturbing or even rude. Autistic children need consistency and security, and there's nothing more devastating than to have an adult they trust pull the rug out from under them.

I trained with Kevin for over 10 years and learned much more than self defense. He's the real dealread more

Rise and Shine Fitness is truly THE best! The owners are knowledgable and classes are FUN, and…read moregive you a great workout! They have early morning classes for the working woman, and later in the morning for the stay at home working woman. They have weekend classes as well, and all classes give a great workout! Give them a try, and you will love them like we all do!

From the owner: Offering Morning Group Fitness Classes & Personal Trainingread more