For people new to Brazilian jiu jitsu: In September of 2008, I decided to get off the couch and…read morestart up a martial art for fitness, self-defense and all around improving myself. After exploring a few places, I walked into Victory BJJ and took a Saturday morning class. Victor was running the warm-up drills for the students with a watchful eye and walked me through the safety rules before smoothly involving me into the class. I was hooked. Immediately. That was six and a half years ago. I've been attending his classes three to five times a week ever since. Victor has a clear and precise way of teaching that is easy to watch, grasp, feel and understand the complex moves being taught. We drill the moves in progressive steps and eventually put them to use in the sparring phase of the class. Victor is also a very, very good grappler and creates a technique-intensive and professional atmosphere that welcomes everybody. There's no "bro culture" and the people at the gym are genuinely interested in helping each other get better without tearing people down. The kids classes are absolute marvels to watch - they get so excited at doing things right and venting energy productively! - and the adult classes are not quite as outwardly exciting, but are great places to vent energy and develop our puzzle-solving and athletic skills. Most weekday classes are from 7:00 pm to about 8:30 or 9:00 pm. For experienced people: Berimbolo and vale tudo coexist here. More of the latter than the former, but Victor will subvert the new sports bjj stuff we throw at him and take our backs while laughing quietly. Very experienced, exacting teacher with a good sense of humor.

I've been training at Victory for several years and it's the best place that I've trained at in the…read morearea.

More than 12 years ago I took a wrong turn and ended up in Empire's parking lot. I have been here…read moreever since. I now know all places are not equal and I am lucky to have crossed Empire though inadvertently. The level of knowledge and more importantly the ability to teach it is incredible. If you commit then you will become stronger not just on the mat but in life. Highly recommend!!!

Great and knowledgeable people! They incorporate real life scenarios into their training along with…read moreother life skills. This is a place for all skill levels. As long as you're willing to show up for them they absolutely will show up for you and get you where you want to be! Alan the instructor has a tremendous amount of experience under his belt definitely pick his brain if you can.

personalized training approach to individual's development. small friendly adult classes for work…read moreadults.

This place is horrible. I wanted to learn Wing Chun for so long and having a place right around the…read morecorner was awesome. Went her it started out okay. It was a small class. Most of the time the instructor was too busy and relied on another student to teach his classes. Also I was a strict beginner no experince or physical ability and everyone else in this class was there at least a year so the stuff they were doing was not basic and very hard for an newbie to get the hang of. All in all he ws teaching intermediate Wing Chun to someone with no beginners knowledge and it was very frustrating. Never got refunded for leaving class due to his refusal to teach to my ability and not the class ability. He might be the best Wing Chun person in the world but has no ability to teach.

I love taking classes at The Center for Nia and Yoga. I've been going for 15 years. It has been the…read moreonly type of movement/ exercise that has kept me happy and healthy for so long. The floor in the studio is so comfortable, my knees, feet, and hips are happy. No matter what mood I'm in when I walk in the door, I always leave relaxed and clear headed. I highly recommend this studio. Casey is a master teacher!

I am so glad that I finally took the time to invite yoga into my life. If you're a beginner, like…read moremyself, the Center for Nia & Yoga is such a comfortable and non-judgemental place to embark on your first real yoga journey. However, the classes are filled with many a level of expertise, so whether you've practiced for years or not, there is definitely a place for you. I am taking Kat Abram's classes and she is pretty fantastic. She is open and encouraging, and not at all intimidating. She wants you to be comfortable and her classes are very invigorating; both spiritually and physically. I have only been to 3 classes and I can already feel my body in a different way. It's funny how you can become aware of something, and then suddeny because of this, that thing starts to change. In this case, that thing is my body, and it is wonderful. Aside from all the personal fulfillment, it's also super local and pretty affordable. It's located right where Washington and Lark intersect. The yoga studio is on the second floor and the space is perfect. The room is strewn with persian rugs and there is a constant flow of light leaking in through the tall windows, making the room open and bright. Needless to say, it is a very comfortable environment for stretching, breathing, and meditating. My package cost about $120 for 7 classes; not too bad, if you ask me. It is pretty fantastic to treat yourself to something like yoga at least once a week. There are a variety of teachers and classes and they offering everything from meditation to djembe drumming. As you can see, there is something for everyone. Take a day out of your busy life and do something for yourself! Check out the Center for Nia & Yoga. Drop by and try out a class. You won't regret it.

I was interested in learning martial arts bit have Psoriasis on my toe nails. Contacted Master…read moreGrogin and was told you can only wear slippers if you have a medical condition. So great all us people with freaky feet will be the only ones wearing slippers So much for medical confidentiality.

Fantastic school and great instructors. A real family atmosphere. The fee structure is very…read morereasonable and there are no long term contracts to sign like at other schools. The instructors go out of their way to not only help each student with their skills but also to help build their confidence. I recommend coming in and trying a class.