The lesson was great, but when it came to joining the instructor for paperwork, I was treated…read moreextremely inappropriately, and can't see myself visiting this gym again

Great atmosphere. Clean gym. Owned by a certified Gracie Jiu jitsu black belt.has a set curriculum…read morewhich allows students to watch the weeks lessons before and after class as well as review lessons at anytime.

This is a great facility, professional and courteous. Their instructors are truly world class. They…read moremake the martial arts experience convenient, safe and affordable. It's not a "McDojo" by any means. Liz is such a sweet heart. I felt welcomed the first day I walked into Budokan.

I've been thinking about taking Tai Chi for a long time but never got around to searching for one…read moreclose to home. Finally, after one afternoon nursing a sore and stressed body, I decided to do the search. I was very impressed with Liz, the owner. She's a very nice lady. I decided to try Budokan Martial Arts. I've been going there 3 times a week for 2 months now and I'm very happy with the experience. Sifu Jason is excellent, explains the steps very well and he makes learning Tai Chi fun and interesting. My S.O. joins once a week. The Qigong meditation once a month is relaxing and helps me focus. I highly recommend this place.

I stopped in to check out the school because I was new to the area but after watching for 20minutes…read moreor so, I could see that there was a young lady who looked like she was teaching the class but it did not look like there was much control over what was going on. Eventually a heavy set man came out of his office and started shouting commands, I think once he realized that there was some one else watching that was new. There were a few parents sitting on a bench which seemed a little tacky. I had asked one of the parents what they were paying and could not justify paying the cost that was mentioned for such a bland looking facility. There was very little energy. I have 2 kids that are very interested in getting involved in martial arts and we found a great place in St. Charles that has a totally different energy when you walk in. My advice is this is not the place for your kids or even as an adult which it looked liked both kids and adults were together, very odd.

We've had past experience at this school and they definitely don't practice what is preached in Tae…read moreKwon Do between two different woman claiming to be the owners wife, that show up from time to time, and the fact that the person who claims to be the master, allows an intern teach while he sits back and what looks like him playing on his computer. We were not impressed. This is definitely not somewhere that you should bring your kids to teach them morals and ethics. From what I can see by the other ratings, these people must know the owner because from what we've sen, they are not being truthful. he seems to be more worried about growing his class sizes then paying attention to the kids and their needs which is a shame. It's all about the students but not in this case. The pictures below are of his own kids.

Instructors of boxing & muay thai are exceptionally well-versed with what they do…read more It's a clean facility with a good space to move around. It's a safe space for beginners & advanced boxing & muay thai enthusiasts.

As a rbka amputee, I have been looking for ways to improve my functioning. I discovered one of the…read moreways might be boxing I discovered that I am not in and shape to join in with the regular classes. The owner introduced me to Owen. Since that first class I have been working with Owen as a personal trainer. I continue to progress and learn how to box. This is a great way to regain functioning and dealing with stress. The classes are great for the average person and the owner Pat will find a solution for anyone willing and able to learn how to box.

Top notch school & instructors! You want your kids to learn the meaning of martial arts, be able to…read moredefend themselves & make siome friends too. This is the school for You, your son or daughter. Give it a look its worth it!

Our three children have been going to World Martial Arts Academy for a few years. They are learning…read moreShotokan karate, and Filipino martial arts (Arnis). The owners & staff are both very professional, respectful and highly skilled. They have a great balance in knowing how to encourage and help the students really excel. Our kids feel like they are part of a team. The environment is hard to beat - the staff sets the tone and other students (children, teenagers and adults) are friendly and encouraging. I notice the more experienced students are happy to share with the new students. I recommend World Martial Arts Academy for any age, gender or skill level. There are opportunities to compete. We've also hosted a family birthday party here, which was a blast. The kids and the adults learned new things and had a great time. I hope to do it again.

I've been training here for a few months now and am very happy with the pedigree here and with my…read moreadvancement in skill level. The schedules are very accommodating to my mornings and evenings. They have classes throughout the day which is great when I want to get a workout in mid-day. The entire staff is very knowledgeable and motivating. I have even brought my nephew in and recommended this place to other family members. Now if only they get off their butts and come with me... buuuut that's a different story. Again, I highly recommend this place.

If you are looking for a good workout ck out this place. It's reasonably priced. It's nice because…read moreit's month to month and no contract. It is great for adults and kids.

I loved it. My child has learned so much, and I always see her smiling. She says it's the best…read morething to do in a bad situation.

All 3 of my children are enrolled and we have gotten so much out of the program! Mr. Drescher is an…read moreoutstanding instructor. He is so great with the kids, he is talented beyond his craft. He makes learning fun but also takes the role of imparting martial arts skills seriously. He is very dedicated to the studio and his students and they learn so much more than martial arts moves. They reinforce respect and self discipline, the importance of keeping commitments, using your voice, and being responsible. They are incredibly inclusive and welcoming. They really build the kids up by helping develop belief in their own abilities. Every instructor is really great in their own ways (especially ms. Shah and Ms. Oie) and we couldn't be happier with our experience. We plan to continue to participate for a long time. I'm grateful to NK South Elgin and we feel like valued members of their team. What we've gained has been priceless. I highly recommend this studio! It's the best!

My son had taken taekwondo lessons in the past, and to continue his goal to become a black belt, we…read moreneeded to find a new facility for his classes, and we settled on Tiger Koo's. I have been very happy with our experience at Tiger Koo's. As a parent, I appreciate the individualized approach I see each student get during the class to work on the skills they need to advance. As a student, my son loves the fun activities they do and the encouragement he gets during class. Master Koo, Master Maya, and the rest of the instructors are fantastic and supportive. My son's goals have now changed from beyond achieving his black belt to someday joining their demo team. Very happy to have joined the Tiger Koo family!

What a great place! Flexible schedules 5 days a week, instructors are fantastic. Fun, exercise,…read morediscipline, structure. Great mix of kiddos and everyone super friendly and welcoming. My son is finally making friends and becoming more comfortable each week.

I began my Planet Fitness membership at the West Dundee IL location, then swapped to the Elgin IL…read morelocation. I've been a black card member for a year and typically workout 4am-6am weekdays. I occasionally work out during a late lunch hour and on a Sat or Sun morning. Specific to the Elgin location: Pros - Well-lit, clean Womens rest room, reasonably nice/approachable staff, cleaner/paper towels reliably stocked. The monthly fee is reasonable. Cons - The air conditioning unit does little to remove humidity or cool the air to a comfortable temp suitable for exercise. The main free weight area (with mirrors) is small and lacks multiple sets of some weights; its always a struggle to get a bench and have room. People are not policed on the "wipe down the machines" policy (or simply don't understand the necessity of hygiene as a way to avoid infection as well as be considerate to hundreds of other people that day?). There is no adherence to re-racking one's weights, either. It's incredibly frustrating to move plates of 5, 10, or 25 to reach the 45s when there is clearly marked space for weights of each type. The attendees are lazy in this area and the staff does not police proper re-rack. I vehemently object to the summer program allowing teens to attend at any hour for free. Most teens have access to summer exercise programs through their school. At Planet Fitness this summer, I've been surrounded by listless teens clearly more interested in their TikTok, milling around in groups and sitting on machines, showing off to their friends or sweethearts by using equipment unsafely or using excessive weight. 90% of the adults who attend are focused on their routine and optimizing their outcomes. These teens are an unnecessary distraction, impede our ability to take care of business, and treat PF as a social hangout. Lastly, the location - with one way to enter/exit after crossing 4 speed bumps in front of a retail store or weaving through a parking lot is tedious.

Absolutely terrible experience at the Planet Fitness on Randall -- easily one of the worst gyms…read moreI've ever stepped foot in. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is poorly managed. The staff couldn't care less about anything. Half the time they're just standing around, on their phones, or talking to each other while members are left waiting or dealing with issues on their own. If you actually need help, good luck -- you'll either get ignored or get a lazy, half-effort response like they don't want to be there. The cleanliness is a complete joke. Machines are constantly sweaty, trash cans are overflowing, and it feels like nobody ever wipes anything down unless a member does it themselves. The locker rooms are even worse -- dirty floors, bad smells, and clearly not maintained regularly. For a gym that preaches a "judgement-free zone," they sure don't care about basic hygiene. Equipment is another huge problem. Machines are constantly broken or out of order, and it takes forever for anything to get fixed. Even when stuff is working, there's never enough of it. You end up waiting way too long for basic machines because the layout is cramped and poorly thought out. It feels overcrowded no matter what time you go. The environment is just bad overall. It's loud, chaotic, and not in a motivating way -- more like a disorganized mess. People don't rerack weights, nobody enforces any rules, and the staff just lets everything slide. It honestly feels more like a hangout spot than a gym. Customer service is easily the worst part. They make it difficult for no reason when it comes to memberships, cancellations, or even simple questions. It feels like they're trying to trap you rather than actually help you. No communication, no professionalism, no respect for members. For the price, you'd expect at least the bare minimum -- clean equipment, working machines, and staff that actually does their job. This place fails on every level. There are way better gyms in the area that actually care about their members and maintain their facilities. Save your time, money, and frustration -- avoid this Planet Fitness at all costs.