Signed my kids up last month and they absolutely love coming here. The instructors are kind. Master…read moreAaron is gentle yet strong with them. My husband and I decided to join too and we are both loving it. Great little community spot that makes you feel like family.

Started taking my 8 yr old there about four months ago. He was having issues with bulling at…read moreschool. I started looking into self defense classes and ju jitsu for kids. As I asked around this was definitely the most recommended in Delaware county by far, so we gave it a try. Four months later and I recommend them to every parent I know. My sons self esteem and also his motivation and discipline have excelled. The staff are great and treat you like family. During covid they never missed a beat with online classes that have been great. My son can't wait to get back in there.

The top martial arts school in DE!! All new building/equipment with the best instructors around!…read moreProfessional fighters, grapplers, amateurs, kids, everyone is welcomed with open arms! There are classes for all skill levels and interests! Jiujitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, wrestling, personal training, strength and conditioning, and more! Big things are always happening at Gentlemen's, become a part of it!

Incredible place to train with great instructors and people who want to help you succeedread more

I've been training at Alliance Jiu Jitsu for about 2 months and I've loved every minute of it. This…read moreis one of the few real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools around this area (they also do Muay Thai and Kali, but I haven't gone to those sessions). Instruction takes place every day of the week except Sunday. Most days, training is done wearing a gi (the uniform) and one day is reserved for no-gi classes. I can't recommend this place enough. Alex is an encyclopedia of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu knowledge and the other instructors are also well-trained and friendly. Alliance is the most prominent team in North America having won the world championships several years in a row. There's really no better team to train with in the country. Alliance's American headquarters are in Atlanta, but this is the only Alliance school within this area. Even if you have to pay a bit extra and drive a bit further, it's worth it because their reputation is unmatched. I did Taekwondo for a couple of years prior to Jiu Jitsu and I can honestly say I've found Jiu Jitsu to be on a different level. It's much more demanding physically (which is great because it helps you lose weight and condition your body) and is incredibly technical. It's also very difficult to fake being good at grappling, so you can see your progression very clearly over time. It will require patience because it's a complex, technical art, but you'll begin to notice results both in terms of your technique and your stamina within a few weeks. You will probably continue to get your butt kicked in class for a while, but you'll feel more confident in yourself and your ability to use self-defense techniques. The people here are also generally a friendly group. There's no "macho" vibe going on and everyone is very helpful in getting you to improve your game. Every day I finish class, I leave with a feeling happy and with a sense of accomplishment. There are people of all ages and all levels here. Give it a try!

Cecilia is a very good teacher and very talented…read more I trained about 15 years ago with Cecilia back when the dojo was near my house in Germantown. I quit once they moved the dojo, due to my own laziness/apathy. I was 17 years old at the time and I only got to blue belt level. I never thought I would actually use Aikido in real life, especially because it seemed like it would be of limited utility against a real attacker. I don't think that Aikido is a very powerful marshal art if you are up against someone who really knows how to fight. But on the few occasions in my life so far where I've had to use it, it has literally saved my life. About 7 years ago, I was on the ground with three attackers about to kick my head in. Without even thinking, I naturally got into a lying-down defensive posture with legs poised to grab someone's neck. These thugs screamed "He knows how to fight! Run!" If they had not gotten scared, I am quite sure I would not have been able to withstand the attack. About 3 years ago, my wife was choking me to death, and at the last moment, when I realized I had only seconds to act, I instinctively put her wrist in a "nikyo" lock that broke me free. I was so glad that Cecilia had us practice being choked! And yes, I did press charges on my wife. Because I did not fight back while she was abusing me, she had no injuries, and therefore she went to jail, not me. Had my training been in a more "offense" based marshal art, I might have inflicted visible injuries on her, or even broken her bones, out of instinct, and then I might have been the one in jail. As a person who is not at all the fighter type, Aikido was perfect for me. And it was really fun training.

There are so many fifth-third dan at Aikido of Philadelphia it is difficult for me to visit the…read moreother great aikido teachers past Center City. (Old City, Donovan Shihan then West PA, Delaware, Yamada Camp, New Jersey (Zimmerman) and always at least Shihan Faust for Shihan Henry Smith's day. I met sensei Cecelia Ricciotti back when she was still in east/north center city. I'll have to somehow find time to get there again.

Awesome space with a lot of skilled, young people teaching and training. No negativity whatsoever,…read morevery welcoming to newbies and people who have been training for a while. Great family atmosphere.

Top notch instruction and atmosphere in a convenient location. Steve has a passion for BJJ that…read morecomes through in his teaching. I would recommend this studio to anyone looking to begin or continue their journey in grappling.

Professor Steve Plyler has a solid team of students. I was in the Wilmington area earlier and…read morestopped by. Steve is very attentive to all of his students... very detail oriented. Great for all levels from kids, women's self defense and adults from no experience in Jiu Jitsu to advance.

Spacious mats for a small studio. I could actually start sparring standing up like mma, judo, and…read morewrestling! The atmosphere reminded me that I have a lot to learn in the world of BJJ though I have a firm grasp on escapes and positions before submissions. I'll likely return. I was also able to borrow a gi!

I train at the Daniel Gracie gym in Philadelphia, right in the heart of Fishtown, just a…read morefive-minute walk from my house. The location is perfect, but the real magic is in the atmosphere. The energy here is unmatched, and I've made incredible friends who quickly feel like family. I owe a huge thanks to my guy, wholesale Nick, for introducing me to Daniel Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. And Veronica--she's simply the best. She's taught me so much, not only about jiu-jitsu but about health and making positive lifestyle choices outside the gym. I've been fortunate to train at jiu-jitsu gyms across the world--in Australia, South Africa, South Korea, Japan, and England--but Daniel Gracie in Fishtown stands out above the rest. It's more than just a gym; it's a place where I feel truly at home, where the people are as dedicated to each other as they are to the sport. This gym is my community, my support system, and my favorite place to train. Nothing quite compares to Daniel Gracie and the neighborhood of Fishtown.

Very thorough, intentional, and thoughtful instructors. The facility is clean, caters well to all…read moreage groups (specifically the younger demographic), and they have ample seating for parents/caregivers. I would recommend this studio without hesitation!

We were looking for a karate place for our son (who is a little on the shy side), and this is the…read moreperfect place. Great introductory deal ($15 for 3 lessons + a uniform), and $100/month for unlimited classes (we usually go 2-3 times a week). Mr. D and Mr. A are gentle but firm, and very understanding of little ones' attention spans (or lack thereof.) Our little guy has already grown in confidence and focus, and really loves his classes (which are so much fun to watch!)