Wing Chun Academy is just awesome! I always wanted to practice Kong Fu but never got to it. At the…read moreage of 31 I decided to finally go for it. Obviously I was nervous as I had no prior experience. I was invited to participate in a free class - and ever since I'm hooked. I try to practice at least 5 hours a week - and the results are amazing. I could barely touch my toes when I started, and now I can do almost a full split! Bare in mind that don't have an 8 year old flexibility. The team is really friendly and informal. Instructors are very skillful, knowledgeable and patient. Operating hours are really good (morning, lunch, afternoon and evenings) so you can always find the best time to practice. All levels work together so you always practice with someone that is more experience then you - but you work only on your skill level. If you are looking to get into shape, learn self-defense, and get a huge boost in confidence you should try Wing Chun Academy. There's lots of parents that bring their kids with them and there's kids classes as well (ages 4-5). One more important thing, in Wing Chun Academy you practice in a non-full-contact method. What it means is that you are not getting punched or kicked for real. First thing you learn is how to stop your punch or kick an inch from your opponent face or body. The idea is to use your opponent force against them (and stay safe during practice). There are punching begs and other methods to simulate full contact. I think that this method is more advantageous as it teaches you to control your strength, speed and accuracy. And a real combat situation, all you need to do is take an extra inch forward to get your opponent. To conclude, I've been practicing Wing Chun for about 8 months now and I love it. I feel stronger, faster and in control, and I am much more flexible. I also feel very confidant and IF I will even be in trouble I could protect myself bare hands. Last word, how cool it is to practice Bruce Lee's martial art???

From the owner: This year the Canadian Wing Chun Kung Fu Association celebrates its 40th Anniversary. In…read morecelebration of our 40 years, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for your interest in our school. It is through the hard work, energy, enthusiasm of our Instructors and students alike that we have achieved this landmark in success and longevity. At the Academy, we have endeavoured to create a family friendly environment where students can have fun learning new skills, elevating their level of physical fitness and experiencing health improvements. Classes are offered daytime and evenings, Monday to Friday, as well as Saturday mornings, in order to accommodate the various lifestyles and schedules of our students. Our classes are designed to challenge individuals to reach new levels in skill, strength, fitness and flexibility, regardless of age or physical capability.

Wow. A really interesting martial arts club. I don't know why it's so small…read more They practice Aikido and it's older martial art Daito Ryu. They also practice kenjutsu (sword) and iaido. It's all practiced together and self reinforcing. So they teach the sword principles in their empty hand martial arts and the other way around. When people say that Aikido is based on sword, here that is clearly true and demonstrated. The skill and knowledge of the instructor and senior students is very high.

From the owner: New Kids Akido class - Launching Nov 5 in NW Calgary Learn…read morefocus, balance, and confidence through traditional Japanese martial arts. Our new kids’ Aikidō offering combines movement, discipline, and fun — no competition, no violence — just steady, mindful training that builds coordination and respect. Details: Start Date: Wednesday, November 5 Time: Wednesdays, 5:00–6:15 PM (and soon to be Mondays) Location: Mount Pleasant Community Hall (NW Calgary) Ages: 7 and up No experience needed — all beginners welcome What they’ll learn: Balance, posture, and body awareness Safe rolling and falling skills Cooperation and focus through traditional martial arts practice Japanese cultural elements like respect and etiquette About Us: Calgary Rakushinkan offers traditional Aikidō and classical sword arts (Kenjutsu/Iaijutsu) in a friendly, small-group environment. Classes are led by Josh MacDonald, a senior student of Rakushinkan Japan, with over 15 years of teaching experience.

Awesome experience. Great way to exercise and learn something every time you step on the mat.read more

From the owner: We specialize in the instruction of Judo to people of all ages and ability levels.read more

i used to go here my name is sydney Reid and this place is the best it looks nice good instructor's…read morethey teach you how to defend yourself and I had to use it once but it helps keep your kids safe and they proper time to use it thank you master rims for teaching me everything I need

From the owner: We offer Martial Arts Training to children and adults of all ages and abilities. There is a strong…read morefocus on teaching discipline, mental focus, commitment to goals, and the values of hard work and self control.

Chan lee instructors are amazing help to the students and the masters and instructors encourage you…read moreand pushes you to be the best. They are strict but they are also really nice I would definitely recommend you coming to this Taekwondo.

Kind of weird owners - gave me the creeps as there is something wrong with the guy. He comes off…read moretoo overly "nice" in a strange way like there is something off with him as he is trying overly hard to win you over. Classes sporadic and would rather join somewhere it is a little more consistent. Didn't like the place, not a real business location, just a community centre space they rent for the class. Seems like a part time venture rather a regular martial school. No fly by night for me. I would think any semi-successful school (it sounds like they've had it for at least 6 or 7 yrs) would have a regular space dedicated to their school only rather than a community centre after this amount of time. I'm not entirely surprised though as this guy is truly weird. Don't know how to put it into words but not just a nerdish weird, but more like someone who is passive aggressive strange that he wants you to desperately like him like a friend. I can see that he would not be very nice if things don't go his way. Update Oct 17/15 http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/paramedic-with-ptsd-loses-job-may-lose-house-after-licence-dispute-1.3261892 That explains his crazy weird behaviour dealing with mental illness but it's even scarier to think he has this ability and can snap at anytime. Anyone with mental illness should not have access to weapons of any kind, but being a martial arts expert is dangerous in my mind as you can't take it away from him. I just hope we don't read about him snapping and people getting hurt. It may be in poor taste to say, but I have to be honest this guy creeped me out and I think he is the powder keg waiting to go off. I hope we never have to read in the paper about him losing it

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I'm really not into all martial arts, so the frerdom to take classes and the pace of those classes…read moreaccording to your interest and ability makes this a good club. The classes are well structured and first rate instructors. Warmups are also just that: a warmup, and they are well done. There is a very good coverage of many different fighting styles between classes, with many practical self defence applications.

A great place to train if you want to fight with steel long swords. Safe environment. Knowledgeable…read moreinstruction. Could be a bit more intense for me, but it's very approachable for beginners.

This martial arts academy is super friendly from the front staff to the instructors…read more Pricing is excellent and great activity for kids to be introduced to Muay Thai. Been taking kids to this location for 2 years and highly recommend for parents and even for adults to take lessons.

Elite is filled with everything needed for a proper martial arts environment. People of all skill…read morelevels to learn along side and push you further, a variety of class types for fitness and skill levels, be it competitive, self-defense driven, or just cardio and some hard work. Everyone is treated with respect and greeted with smiles. Excellent tutelage along with guest coach appearances on occasion by high level athletes in various fields, I've been going to Elite for almost 2 years whenever possible, and always miss everyone I've gotten to know when I can't make it down. Do yourselves a favor and swing down to check it out!

Have been going to Yoon's for training for many years. Bobby is a very knowledgeable instructor and…read morededicated to martial arts and physical training.

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This is my gym. I come to work out and go home. This gym has exactly what I need. IMPORTANT:…read moreWipe down equipment before and after you use it, at any gym. MRSA is real. "Flesh eating disease". It is spread through body fluids. Over all great no frills gym. Nice people, nice staff. I go on off hours.

I don't usually post reviews unless I think its truly worth warning others. In brief, I dont…read morerecommend this gym. Here are my reasons: (1) absolutely no customer service as it relates to your policies. You have access to an email that goes to who knows where and no one really knows whats going on; (2) in connection with item #1, they adopt and enforce absolutely ridiculous policies. I was a member of the Vancouver branch and wanted to transfer to the Calgary branch. I was told this was impossible. Instead, my options were to "upgrade" my membership at double the monthly rate or cancel my Vancouver membership, re-enroll with Calgary and pay the initial joining fee again; (3) there's no water fountain. This one is actually extremely bizarre. How can it even be legal to permit people to work out in an environment where dehydration can only be mitigated by waiting for some guy to finish his business in the washroom so that you can desperately access to sink taps? I know its a "no frills" gym but, Fit 4 Less, is a water fountain really a "frill"? At this point, your members may even settle for a garden hose attached in the alley. Don't sign up with this gym. I realize the price point "appears" worth it, but trust, there are better ones out there with similar or the same prices. (World Gym in Calgary for one).