So far so good, learning YMAA Qigong and Tai Chi meditation and martial skills. Looking like I…read morewill get what I put into it. Have met great people on this path and great leadership at the helm.

Great teachers. Very patient and kind. Spend the proper amount of attention to everyone in the…read moreclass.

Starting training boxing here about 2 years ago and slowly got sucked into jiujitsu and haven't…read morelooked back! I love the environment as it makes for less of an intimidating "military" structured vibe for beginners that are already hesitant. Landed some medals in the first 12 months due to spectacular coaches guiding me the whole way, many more to come. Recommend trying this MMA gym out before any others in the area

I came in for a trail Ji Jitsu class and met the owner Mike. He is super welcoming and humble. He…read moretaught me a lot in the first class and I'm very grateful. Will definitely be coming back when I'm in town! They also offer Mauy Thai, combat self defense... they are truly an amazing self defense school! Just wanted to leave this review. Highly recommend this gym.

Professor Boran is an awesome person and an absolute legend. Unfortunately they are a little far…read morefrom me so I can't come here full time. Professor Boran will be rolling on the mats with you while offering top notch instruction. And let's face it...the price is unbeatable! Highly recommend

If I could give more than five stars, I would…read more Our son has been training at Boran Jiu-Jitsu for three years now, and it's hard to put into words just how much this place--and especially Coach Boran himself--has impacted our family. What started as a class to build confidence has grown into something so much more. Coach James Boran is more than just an exceptional martial artist--he's a remarkable human being. A black belt under Joe Moreira and one of the original "Dirty Dozen" (the first 12 non-Brazilians to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu), Coach Boran brings decades of experience, fierce competitive spirit, and technical mastery to every class. But what sets him apart isn't just his accolades--which include World Masters and Pan American titles--it's his unmatched patience, consistency, and heart. He teaches Jiu-Jitsu, yes--but he also teaches character. Through his calm guidance, our son has grown into a more confident, kind, and respectful young man. He's learned how to win with humility and lose with grace. He's learned the value of discipline, the strength of perseverance, and the joy of hard work. We've seen real transformation. Our son is happier, more grounded, and carries himself with pride--not just because of what he can do on the mats, but because of the person he's becoming off them. And that's because of Coach Boran. If you're looking for a place that teaches Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level while nurturing character, community, and resilience, look no further. Boran Jiu-Jitsu is a rare gem, and we feel incredibly lucky to be part of it.

Charles H's review is baseless and without merit…read more If your judgement of a dojo is based on changing rooms and high-quality wood floors, the nearest 24 Hour fitness would prove to be worthy of your praise. CMKD is not a for-profit organization with the financial means to provide "quality private club" type of atmosphere for casual participants to come by to be "wowed". The dojo has a long history of volunteer effort that goes back decades. The "torn up floor" was salvaged by hand when the building was a racquet ball court back in the 80s. Many of us used our bare hands to pull out the nails that were nailed into the wood planks. By the end of the effort, our hands were blistered, splintered, and all cut-up. The wood-flooring was salvaged because the church didn't have the money to buy new wood floors at the time they were organizing. There are sensei that were just young kids at the time they helped salvage the wood floor. And today, their calloused feet practice on them and teach others with gratitude that the dojo found a home in the church for as long as it has. There was a time when the dojo had rented space with deteriorating wood parquet floors that would splinter and injure the kenshi. Despite the poor floor, the dojo's membership survived and thrived, which is a testament to the true value of the dojo -- its teachers, members, and family -- the people, not the physical building itself. As for mentorship -- mentorship is not an automatic entitlement because a member is "new". Mentorship is a gift that is earned through respectful diligence and dedication to Kendo, and to the volunteers that spend their own resources and time to cultivate sincere kenshi who are willing to put in the time to teach themselves. I speak for many of us when I say that if we could get back our deceased sensei with the payment of a lifetime of practice on splintering wood floors and with no proper room to change in, we would gladly do it.

Summary: If you're looking for a practice that's consistent, low-demand on competition but has…read morecompetitive people, is a good workout and has high ranking sensei that can push you if you want to be pushed then CMKD is good. The Practice: "Habitual" Something great for your kendo development is that you always know what you're going to do at the dojo. Warm-up, basics, open sparring. This simple routine emphasizes fundamental practice and there's never any confusion or down time. It's regimented so that you make the most of your practice time. The Development: "Clean" Among the kids, their kendo becomes quite beautiful here as kendo is an art. Competition isn't something forced, but practiced for recreational purposes but some members do well beyond that level. Many of the adults have very nice kendo as well considering practice is only twice a week. The Sensei: " They are high ranking, good hearted, not intimidating once you get to know them:) Bonding: I hear they sometimes go out to Korean BBQ for team bonding before tournaments.

Very great teaching! My daughter tried Karate in many other places and out of all of them she loved…read morethis one! I really recommend this place for a very fun activity or even passion!

I first saw the USSD demo team perform at a local event and I was left super impressed by the demo…read moreteam, which consisted of all youth. I was also drawn in by the sensei as she was incredibly nice, but yet respect she was given by the students show great discipline. I walked into the dojo with my 3 year old and the rest was history. Arya is 4 now and has been a part of this great family for 1 now with her yellow belt and growing wiring martial arts in every session. This is what the DOJO is. A family. Thank you USSD for embracing us and for nurturing a great sense of confidence in our little Arya. She loves her Dojo and so do we.

I had always wanted to take a self defense class and had seen great reviews about Justin and this…read morestudio. My girlfriend and I attended a class and it was really fun! Justin and the other participants in the class were really welcoming and helpful in giving us tips on form and technique. We are definitely going to be returning!

Was very impressed with my recent Krav Maga course taught by Joey and Justin. Just the right…read morebalance of foundational information, skills development, scenario practice, and real life impact of combatant choices. The instructors read the room very well in terms of when they needed to change the pacing.

We moved to the area 1.5 years ago and got our daughters into jiujitsu just for the fun of it. Now…read morewe're full blown jiujitsu parents and we have no regrets. We're practically there every day of the week. Initially, we did try other gyms and landed on Praia. Why do we love Praia? 1. The coaches- each coach has their unique style and strengths and my daughter appreciates each coach for different things but what they all have in common is their devotion to the love of the sport and they teach in a way where they break things down so the kids can understand. They're patient, they make things fun and they show the kids how to respect others and the mat. 2. The owner Thiago, definition of a true small business owner. Literally building everything from the ground up with real values, hard work, and genuine care for the members of the gym. 3. Clean gym- they're constantly wiping down the mats. The bathroom is always clean. It's never stuffy or smells like sweat. My two daughters and husband go here. We love it for my younger daughter because it's a place for her work on her coordination, make friends and learn discipline and respect. My oldest daughter competes in tournaments and we wouldn't have learned about her skill if it wasn't for Praia. She's learning new skills on and off the mat. With the support of her coaches- she learns how to be a team player, how to deal with tough situations and losses and how to try again and again and again. I would highly recommend Praia to any friends, family or strangers.

We've been training at Praia Jiu-Jitsu for about a year now, and I honestly couldn't be happier…read morewith our experience. Coach Thiago and the entire team are absolutely amazing with kids. You can really tell they take a true ical approach -- it's not just about teaching techniques, but about building confidence, discipline, and respect. Every coach is attentive, patient, and genuinely cares about each child's progress. What I love most is how they know exactly how to connect with kids and keep them engaged while still maintaining structure and professionalism. The environment is supportive, positive, and very well organized. I highly recommend Praia Jiu-Jitsu to any parent looking for a place where their child will not only learn jiu-jitsu, but also grow as a person.

Coach Aaron is patient, understanding, and genuinely cares about his students' growth. He teaches…read moremore than technique--he emphasizes humility, respect, discipline, and accountability and it shows through the students I've met thus far. Every session is tiring but also very liberating, and I always leave feeling like I've learned something new. Very grateful to have found Gazee Academy and Coach Aaron. Highly recommend if you wanna learn traditional Muay Thai!

Went to a muay tai class lead by Aaron. I've never trained martial arts before, Aaron did a great…read morejob at teaching me fundamental movements. He was also explained the purpose of each movement which was also helpful. The class was challenging and enjoyable. Great overall experience.