Kim's Hapkido is an unequivocally unique physical and educational experience for students of all…read moreages and abilities. For the past couple of years, our nephew and his other cousin have been students of Master Kim and Mrs. Candice. We've watched his levels of confidence and respect increase through the program(s). It was this building of character that encouraged us to put our own daughter into the studio. While martial arts is the root idea of the studio, the bigger picture is the development of the student- building them up, while utilizing physical and mental ideologies meant to nurture preexisting positive traits and improve that which is lacking. Herein, students are assessed and tested fairly and given every opportunity to succeed. They are treated like real people- as individuals working towards individual goals, in a team style environment. We've seen our daughter grow a ton in this studio. Her continued interest in the program has been the biggest surprise- she's young and usually easily distracted, but she WANTS to be involved in Hapkido! She's excited to go and wants to better herself. Her focus is improving and the physical outlet speaks for itself in these times! It should be noted that recently, Master Kim announced that he, himself has needed to step down due to health and family concerns. Longtime 2nd in command "Mrs. Candice" has taken over the studio and is already proving that she has the will and ability to continue Master Kim's teachings and the ideology of Hapkido to the the next generation of students. After seeing how important it was to the "new" managment (Candice had basically been running the place the entire time we've known her, so not really NEW) to provide continuity for longtime members, we had no reservations about allowing our daughter to pursue the next level of instruction under Mrs. Candice's tutelage. We are excited for what the future holds for our family at Kim's Hapkido- come out and see what the fuss is about!!!

Would have given a higher rating, if Master Kim was still around…read more Our family enrolled at Kim's Hapkido because of Master Kim's reputation, experience, and leadership as a seventh-degree black belt. We were therefore surprised and concerned to learn that the school would be taken over by an instructor whom we had personally seen only recently advance from red belt to first-degree black belt. The difference in rank and experience between the former and new leadership is significant, and it has reduced our confidence in the level of martial-arts and self-defense instruction being offered. Several more senior instructors with substantially greater experience no longer appear to be teaching at the school. We do not know why they stopped attending, but we wish they would return. We also had concerns about the testing and promotion process. Especially after the most recent graduation this past Saturday. Based on what we personally observed, some students advanced despite not consistently demonstrating proper kicks, techniques, or practical proficiency. It often seemed that receiving the next colored belt was emphasized more than earning rank through demonstrated ability. The school does promote manners, discipline, and responsibility, which we appreciated. However, we would not recommend it to families seeking serious martial-arts or practical self-defense training. Considering the cost, promotion standards, loss of senior instructors, and major reduction in leadership experience, we have decided to look elsewhere.

Outstanding. We love this place. Our kids get lots of one…read moreon one instruction. They get challenged. They learn respect, integrity, humility, perseverance....along with jujitsu & Muay Thai. Kru Wassei is an excellent teacher who is constantly coaching. It is clear that he wants his students to learn and excel. He commands respect, and his assistant coaches share these traits. Highest recommendation!!

As a 47 almost 48-year-old with no martial arts experience I was a bit apprehensive about starting…read moremy journey. After a bit of research, it was suggested to train in Muay Thai at my age, after further research, and visiting and speaking with head instructor Wahsei I made the decision to train at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts. I have been only training, for a little over a month and I am really glad I started Muay Thai and chose to train here. Head instructor Wahsei is extremely patient no matter what your skill level is. He is extremely knowledgeable in a multitude of martial arts and spends a lot of his own resources to attend further trainings and seminars in order to improve upon his own training and teachings. A great example of this, is when I had some issues getting my foot work correct during a drill. Instead of trying to keep the drill up and causing frustration for myself, he switched to two different drills that covered the same exact principle but was easier for more to conceptualize. The students in the classes are very patient as well and are very welcoming. You can easily tell they are well trained, disciplined, and follow the golden rule. If they see you struggle with a concept or drill, they will stop and help you within the moment to get you back up to speed. They understand they were beginners once as well and are always willing to help you. Not a lot of people have that mentality. The facility is well equipped, extremely clean, and always being updated. I have really enjoyed my time here so far. I am starting to feel better about myself and have been getting into a routine for a healthier lifestyle. If you are thinking about a martial art, whatever skill level you are, do not wait (I wish had not) and stop by or contact Head Instructor Wahsei.

I've been attending this academy for about two week now and I've enjoyed every minute of it. It's a…read moresmall 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.

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

Before selecting to study Tai Chi at Jow Ga, I tried classes at two other studios. Jow Ga was…read moreeasily my first choice. The instructor Sifu Hoy Lee is a distinguished master whose experience and knowledge are extraordinary. Tai Chi helped me with my balance, stability and fluid movements. I wish early in my career as a trial lawyer I studied Tai Chi. There is a calm gracefulness, power and internal confidence that comes as my knowledge grows of this beautiful art form.

I've gotten a lot out of going to the BJJ sessions here and after meeting all the students and…read moreteachers I am really looking forward to learning everything I can from them. Whether that's how to roll better or live my life better this dojo has a lot to offer for everyone of all ages

My daughter started taking Karate here about three months ago. Already noticed a major improvement…read morein her behavior, self-confidence and discipline! Mr Ron and Mr Lehman are fantastic with the students and go out of their way to assist when they need a little help learning correct form. Definitely recommend Kobukan to anyone!

I love that my kids have been committed to achieving their belt all the way to black belt. This…read moredojo teaches them discipline and encourages them to pursue godly character. This might not be for everyone if they don't want their kids to be opening the bible and having teaching time. They also pray with the students. They have a free trial for those who want to try it out. They offer mainly karate and krav maga. It gets intense when they go into krav maga. Ive been participating in krav maga for over a year and I see the difference it does to your body. They give the kids achievable steps to earn their belts. By making sure they know their kata or strike test, and knowing their belts. We have been attending for 3 years and we love Savior Martial Arts.

My 5 year old nephew comes here for karate and he loves it here! He is now a yellow belt l! I love…read morehow they start and end with prayer. Not only they teach you self defense but also good behavior for the kids. Everyone here is friendly and looks genuinely happy. Cleanliness- I often see them cleaning the Matts so that's pretty great.

This was a great experience my first time with sport fighting! The atmosphere was really open and…read moreencouraging, classes were always challenging but I learned something new every time I went and felt good about practicing it on my own. Unfortunately I was only in town for a couple months but I got to attend one of their annual barbecues which was a blast. I mainly did BJJ and Muay Thai here and I would highly recommend it for anyone in the area and all skill levels!

If you are looking for a technique focused training program look no further…read more I have been a member of Grindstone Athletics since they opened in January of 2018, I have been training Muay Thai for over 4 years. The advances that I have been able to make due to the constant critique and attention to detail from my coaches Tom & Chase are unbelievable. I make mistakes daily, but the key is they are teaching me how to fix my mistakes one step at a time. Slowly molding me into a stronger, better version of myself. I have also gained another family in Grindstone, the friendships forged in the gym are meaningful and lasting. It is undeniable when you step onto the mat with these two that they love what they do and they love teaching and helping others learn their art. Under the watchful eye of coach Tom I will be venturing into his weight training program starting tomorrow, I couldn't be more excited but surprisingly not nervous at all because I know he has my best interest in mind. If you are looking for a clean, centralized, laid back gym; it doesn't matter if you are a beginner, a pro fighter or someone looking to bulk up or slim down, Grindstone Athletics is where you can reach your FULL potential if you are willing to give them your potential!

this is a great school. I travel for work and have trained in many different schools. I was in…read moreNorfolk for several months and they have solid instruction and a great environment. the kids program looked well ran and attended. as a visiting blackbelt I was treated very well. VBJJ is a well established school with a bench of solid upper belts to learn from and train with. The owners credentials are rock solid, and he is very friendly. There are a lot of military and LEO that train here. If you are seeking a safe place to learn top flight jiu Jitsu with a welcoming environment, this is it.

I took my daughter to attend a Jiu Jitsu class here to improve her self confidence and to learn…read moreself defense. After class she was very shaken up saying she didn't like the professor. She was very harsh and denigrated our family beliefs. I can't recommend this venue.

Higher Vision Studios is located in the Kempsriver Crossing Shopping Center. You can enter the…read moreshopping center from several directions, such as from Kempsville Rd, Indian River Rd, and Kempsriver Dr. The road within the shopping center is Fordham Dr. My visit here was on September 14, 2025. The reason for the visit here that day was to celebrate my nephew's birthday. Many of his friends were there too. The storefront for the business is similar to how many other places are, but you can definitely see the big Ninja Warrior sign across the windows on the outside. After coming inside, there was a table area for everyone to sit. However, at that time, it was playtime for the kids. They were running through an obstacle course to try and beat their prior timed attempts. They were at this for quite a while, and it was fun to watch them try, especially after doing it awhile as you could tell they were getting tired out. I'd call that part mission accomplished. Once the obstacle course time was done, everyone came back to the table to celebrate my nephew's birthday. The staff were getting the next event set up during that time. Everyone had a great time with the cake. The second part of the play here involved the kids vs. adults. The lights were turned off, and it was basically like a Nerf War between them. I didn't do that part of it, but I did watch it all unfold. The kids were very quick to get the adults. There are several hiding areas to avoid getting caught or to sneak attack with the Nerf gun. There were also some mini snowballs you could throw around too. Once that part was done and the lights were back on, you could see everyone was tired out. Overall, this was a great place to have a birthday party. The staff were welcoming, and they were patient with the kids too. The atmosphere in here was tuned to the level of fun. They also have weekly summer camps and other offerings as well. There seems to be something for everyone here. If you are looking for a place to go for a birthday party or some other type of event, be sure to check this place out.

This is such a great place for kids to learn how to move their body well, along with martial art…read moretechniques. My son does the "ninja gym" class for younger kids, and loves it. I really appreciate the coach's responses to the kids and ability to create respect in the gym/dojo as well as make it really fun for them. I mean, giant inflatable slides, rope swings, balance beams- what's there not to love?! The prices are also affordable, including a free first month right now. Really thankful we heard about this place.

Learning self defense with this martial art, Ving Tsun (pronounced Wing Chun), within this kung fu…read morefamily has been the most positively influential part of my life. I owe more than I could ever give back to this system and family. Definitely the best place to train in the 757 area.