Best place in town to learn and advance in mixed martial arts.. amazing coaching staff and family…read moreenvironment. Huge variety of talented students and great BJJ and Muai Thai classes.

From the owner: Mixed martial arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thai kickboxing, women's and kids self defense programs…read more Located in Lebanon, and close to Mt Juliet.

Are you thinking about boot camp? Look no further!!!!!…read more I just finished a mini-boot camp with Julia, and "Ha!" (as she would say) I kicked my own ass. I should preface this post by first stating that my boot camp goal was not to lose weight or become a super model in 12 sessions. I really wanted something that would kick start my exercise routine, and well since I don't have an exercise routine you can imagine week 1 was hard. Julia is very positive, enthusiastic and down to earth. She isn't going to run around saying sappy junk like 'believe in yourself' but she isn't going to scream at you either. She has a very simplistic approach which makes the whole experience very comfortable and approachable for all sorts of different boot campers. My class was comprised of folks of every shape, size and fitness level. She's designed the sessions to work for all types. ALSO and I think this is important, she offers a lot of knowledge about diet and food choices. Everyone gets a booklet with information concerning this and all the information you may/want or need during camp. ALSO she is incredibly punctual especially with email and is in contact often every boot camp day. If you have any questions and concerns she is more than willing to work with you, whether through meetings or emails. Julia's boot camp is sometimes outdoors and sometimes indoors in her own gym which is centrally located in 'SoBro'. She has options for 3 or 4 days a week at varying times during the day, and other more specialized camps as well. Her website is very detailed and informative and I highly recommend visiting it if you're currently researching a work out option. People love her boot camp so much she has regular campers who have been attending for years. I personally never got bored at camp, and although it was hard as heck to get my ass to the 6am boot I felt immensely better after week one. You really notice changes after each class, it's bonkers. My goal was to build stamina and strength and get my body to wake up after years of sporadic exercise, and Julia helped me do it! YAY!

It really is an hour workout. You just needed to show up and get through the door. Julia really…read moretakes you through a total body workout with energy to spare, a wealth of knowledge and just a touch of irreverence to keep one laughing at unexpected times. One hour later and a "see you tomorrow" you're out the door and on your way. Five years later, and still working out, I'm the strongest,and healthiest I have ever been. Physically, I have been challenged with workouts that change daily. It isn't a stretch to say that my workouts keep me on an even keel emotionally. I have received many benefits from working out with the welcoming community at Julia's Body Shop. My plantar fasciitis of 20+ years has resolved, lower back discomfort is a thing of the past,and I am just a nicer person to be around. I would give a 5 star rating for this gym in Nashville. Julia's is well worth an hour of your time!

I worked out at with this instructor 20 years ago when he had a location in Bellevue, TN, when I…read morewas in college he was excellent! Then I moved to Dallas & he helped me find a suitable place to workout at. If I lived in in Lebanon I'd surely still be a student there.

From the owner: Practical Street Self Defense, American Combat Jujitsu, Okinawan Isshin Ryu Karate, Traditional…read moreWeapons Training, Modern and Improvised Weapons Training, Sport Ju Jitsu MMA Training, Adult and Teen Classes, Group, Private/Semi-Private Lessons

This is an outstanding Wado Ryu karate school! I've been a student at DDKS since 2020 and find the…read moreinstruction excellent and very focused on proper technique. Training is at times intense, but also practical and educational. Time is taken to develop quality of the various punches, kicks, and stances. Kata training is superb and free sparring is spirited, yet controlled. My fellow classmates are great to work with and everyone is extremely pleasant and respectful. If you are interested in true martial arts training, this is the place!

I took Karate back in the 90s. I was sorely impressed and gained a lot of confidence and…read morediscipline. I would highly recommend David Deaton. I trusted David Deaton with my son and he became very strong and disciplined. Currently my son is a Captain in the military. Sharon Heath Phillips

I'm so grateful to have found this place. I had been craving getting back into martial arts for…read moreyears before finally walking through the door. The instructor Jeff Spain is a great teacher, and those that train there are family at this point. They welcome new people with excitement and are very helpful. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Our goal is to specialize in teaching the martial art and sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) by…read morecombining traditional and modern techniques to accommodate students of all age groups and learning preferences.

Master Hong is really world class, I have no idea how Lebanon became so lucky as to have such a…read moretalented and nice master here, but good for us! My daughter takes lessons here as well as my friend and her kid. Master Hong gives both private and group lessons for all ages and during the summer he holds summer classes.

i stepped in about 6 years ago, and fell in love with the enviroment, beginner friendly and allows…read moreyou to build up the ladder and enter more advanced techniques as you progress- this is the perfect place to begin your martial arts journey with a ninth degree black belt instructor! An extremely scarce advantage to become the best you can ever dream to be.

This is the best martial arts school in the area. The staff is always very encouraging and upbeat…read more The training is extraordinary and fun. If you're looking for mixed martial arts training, Tai chi, or cardio kickboxing, this is the school for you. My entire family has enjoyed the training for years, mainly because of the uplifting, and never quit attitude of the staff.

The best place to train in the martial arts, everyone is welcomed with open arms and treated like…read morefamily. The instructors are very good with children by teaching them self discipline and respect for themselves and other. They are community leaders creating leaders.

Best gym in town! I have been training here for about 7 months. Corey is a great guy very nice and…read morewelcoming and an amazing coach. Alway there when I have a question about jujitsu or MMA. Everyone I have met there are insanely nice and helpful. The gym is alway clean and ready for class. Will recommend this MMA gym to anyone looking into getting into jujitsu or Muay Thai

Great place, clean facility, no major egos ruining the vibe. The BJJ instructor Corey is a top…read morenotch black belt who trained under some of the best. Highly recommended