Excellent in multiple categories for why I have been enrolled here for over 12 years (a name change…read morewith new location but same instructors explains the time confusion). 1. Welcoming environment for all 2. Kindness and acceptance 3. Enthusiasm to TEACH jiu jitsu which is passed on from the instructors, to advanced students, to new students. 4. Safety concerns at all times is a priority 5. And most importantly, you learn TECHNIQUES, jiu jitsu.

Milokiflow has created a wonderful environment to learn jui-jitsu. Alberto is a tremendous…read moreinstructor. He was awarded his black belt by Rorion Gracie. He shares his wealth of knowledge in easy to understand manner. All of the instructors all excellent teachers with an emphasis on proper techniques and practicality. Would definitely recommend Milokiflow to any interested in learning bjj.

The teacher is terrific. I have studied with several and his technique is my very favorite…read more People are nice. The location is convenient. His studio is lovely.

Jingshan Tang (aka Jing) is a phenomenal teacher. I have been attending his weekly class on Yang…read morestyle Tai Chi (8 form and 24 form) for only about eight months, but the way he introduces each new form with staggered layers of movement, breathing, and meditation makes learning and remembering the forms very intuitive. Jing is very good at paying individual attention to our respective progresses in a group class setting, and best of all, I feel very good about the progress I'm making.

I've been taking the adult Monday/Thursday class offered by Guy for several years. I highly…read morerecommend our class for adult learners of all skill levels. I started as a white belt and am now working toward yellow.

This is such a great class. We started by sending our kids only, and then realized it would be…read moregreat for the whole family. Guy manages to teach to all levels in the class at the same time. I see progress every class, across our whole family. It's a bright spot of our week!

Located in a very nice part of the city near historic Rittenhouse Square, Aikikai of Philadelphia…read moreis an extraordinary dojo with an amazing array of instructors. Sensei Roderick Johnson is very patient, precise, and detail-oriented in explaining all of the techniques. He is big and strong, yet fluid and graceful in all of his movements. Dr. John Porter's classes pack a plethora of techniques in a short period of time. He incorporates fun exercises in our training to allow us to think outside the box. Carlton Harris' classes, like Sensei's, are also very structured and blend power and precision in all of the techniques. I wish I could take more of Carlton's classes, but the day of the week doesn't work for me. Ed Shockley is a weapons master. He is so very humble in person, but when he's on the mat, he radiates energy. His Aiki weapons classes feel very much like yoga, linking the mind and body as one. John Holt teaches the weekend children's classes. His classes always blend fun activities with the serious stuff like movement and ukemi. The dojo community includes a rich blend of people of all ages and ethnicities. Everyone here is very kind and passionate about Aikido and the senior students are all very approachable and willing to explain the techniques to the junior students. I think that fosters the best kind of learning environment when both teachers and senior students help the junior students grow. If you are thinking about studying Aikido, you can sit and watch our classes to see if it looks like something that resonates with you. However, once you begin, you must understand that your training will take time and patience on your part. Everyone progresses at different speeds and understand that you are placing your trust in people who've experienced what you are about to experience in your training. This is not like many forms of karate where you train to achieve a black belt in a short period of time. Aikido takes a long time to get to an advanced level and even when you get there, you realize there is much more to learn.

I took my 6 year old here for kid's Aikdo at her request (they have Saturday morning classes. The…read moreSensai is very nice and the instructor Suleman, is funny and a skilled martial artist. My child, however, is a little too young still - so we'll be back again when she's older. Meanwhile there is also a Karate Studio (unafilliated) next door that teaches Shotokan. The Dojo is well used and well appointed with plants along the windows. If you or your child want to study Aikido, this is a great place to go.

A review from my son, age 9: I started karate three years ago by being inspired when my sister did…read moreit. It was surprisingly hard, but after a while I got used to it. I go to karate two times a week on Mondays and Wednesdays. Going to tournaments was scary at first but now it's just hard. Karate has helped me make a lot more friends. I cannot tell if I'm regretting becoming a black belt. My mother says I have to do some sport and this is the only one I want to do right now.

I wanted to do something new but active but also potentially useful...a Google search Led me to…read morethis business. When I first joined there was a deal going where you could attend 3 classes or so for around $50. I don't even think I had officially signed up for this online yet but the next day someone called me to connect. Eventually I did purchase it and went to the classes. Mind you, this has been my experience as an adult (there is also a lot of programming for children but I'm not familiar). But from what I've seen, if I had a kid, I would enroll them here. The place is definitely family friendly. I liked the structure of each 45-50 min class, it seemed to be divided into thirds where you spent a portion learning a new self defense technique, one portion learning a Kata and another portion doing HIIT (high intensity interval training) type work kickboxing style...with punches and kicks...i felt like I was getting an amazing workout. As I committed to the program, before you can get your white belt, you have to memorize a creed (it seems to be their creed as we repeat it in almost every class) and recite it in front of the class...Im an adult but I can see why this is included especially for kids to build confidence. Every few months there is belt testing to graduate to the next belt - you're observed on your enthusiasm, knowledge of the self defenses...and your cardiovascular strength...whew. That last part was unexpected for me and was definitely the hardest part. As far as building confidence, this seems to be one of their primary goals, encouraging you to be loud and high energy while also disciplined. They also have "lessons of the week". there are a few Instructors, all extremely friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable and helpful...also interestingly they are at different levels of their black belt journey and ages (actually I will say the group of instructors is very pleasantly diverse). The primary instructor, I believe, is Mr. C. I saw another review mention the "YES SIR/MA'AM" military style and being turned off by it, for me, I think it's cute (if you can call karate cute, lol) and I see why they do it BUT it can feel infantilizing at times, maybe it's because the instructors so often deal with young children...or perhaps it's just my personality. I believe the expect you to commit to 2 classes per week and they definitely mark attendance. Every week they send an email with the calendar of sessions and you're expected to sign up...you definitely get a check in text if you sign up for a class but don't attend. (they say the number of spots per class is limited but I've never seen them reach the limit). All in all, I've been enjoying my time and plan to stick with it. It does however seem like the class structure is changing a bit so there is less of a dedicated HIIT section and it's just woven throughout the class instead. I'm not a fan which is why I removed a star. I definitely feel like I'm getting less of a workout - this may not matter to some but fitness was part of why I joined. Also, as far as quality control goes, I definitely have a more robust experience with certain instructors over others.

Great martial arts studio for the youth,beyond strengthening the body they also build the mindread more

From the owner: Zhang Sah Mt. Airy is a martial arts school and learning center offering martial arts classes for…read morechildren, teens, and adults in Mt. Airy and Northwest Philadelphia. Our programs include kids martial arts and adult martial arts classes in Budo, a multidisciplinary martial art with Judo, Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and Aikido, with training available six days per week for beginners through advanced students. In addition to martial arts instruction, we offer full-day PHL Pre-K, after-school programs, camps, and a co-ed summer camp for ages 5-13. After-school pickup is available from local neighborhood schools. Proudly serving the Mt. Airy community since 2013.

**This review is specifically for the summer camp!**…read more All three of our girls attended camp here again this summer, and we absolutely love it. We were here last year, came back this year, and already know we'll be back next year. The staff has worked with us financially to make camp possible for all three girls, and that has meant more to our family than I can explain. There were times when my husband and I genuinely had nowhere else for the girls to go, and they made sure our girls still had a safe, fun place to spend their days and were able to have a full and amazing summer. We jokingly call it "swim camp" in our house because they swim every single day, which is easily one of the girls' favorite parts! One of our daughters, Stevie, is autistic and has a PDA profile, and the staff has been incredibly patient, understanding, and accommodating with her. They listened to us, worked with us, and made sure she felt supported without ever making her feel singled out or like she was a problem. We are genuinely so grateful for this camp and the people who run it. Our girls have made wonderful summer memories here, and knowing they are somewhere they are cared for and loved gives us so much peace of mind. We LOVE them and cannot recommend the summer camp enough. We'll see you next summer!

EVER MET A SWIM INSTRUCTOR THAT NEVER SWAM DURING YOUR LESSONS?…read more Looking for swim classes here? Do yourself a favor and skip to the next center! The swim instructor was hesitant to get in the water. At first I thought, "this is great.; she's sitting on the edge of the pool to see what I needed work on" Fast forward to the second class in and I was in disbelief. She actually NEVER got in the pool. Apparently getting her hair wet is a big no-no! Furthermore, the place is very messy. The building is old. I decided to take the plunge (no pun intended) since the price was reasonable but would not recommend this place for swim classes for adults.