Kru Carlton over at Iron Kingz has been a joy to work with. With over a decade of Muay Thai…read morecoaching experience, Kru Carlton brings an array of knowledge in Muay Thai. He is one of the Krus here at Iron Kingz. Aside from coaching, he is the Supervisor of WBC Muay Thai Hawaii. Come down & feel the authentic Muay Thai atmosphere and hospitality the incredible staff at Iron Kingz brings!

My daughter has been working with Kru Red for 3 years and she loves it. Everyone here is amazing!…read moreIt's more than just a team, it's a family. This a great class for all ages and skill level who's willing to learn.

Coach Shai and coach Ryan were awesome enough to come and do a session last minute …read more They were very information because they have the experience in being a coach, judge,referee, and former amateur boxer As an experienced boxer myself I learned a lot in just a short time with them Highly recommend them as coaches!

Excellent coaching. Came right to my house. Would recommend to anyone looking for fitness, general…read moredefensive knowledge or to fight.

Bought an Amazon deal for the defense classes for my sister and I. Sensei Kylan was very…read moreaccommodating with class days and times. He invited us to observe a regular class and while we were there, we felt very welcomed and comfortable. He would come over periodically to explain what they were doing. As luck would have it, for the actual lessons it was just my sister and I with three instructors. They catered the classes to what we wanted to learn and at our pace. I had Sensei Donald as my partner for the majority of the classes and he made the scenarios very realistic, which I appreciated. Throughout the classes the instructors Kylan, Donald and Joe were very professional, full of knowledge, and patient. One of the things I thought was particular great, was the way Sensei Kylan would apologize before demonstrating a move on one of the other instructors which usually resulted with the other instructor on the ground or tapping out. I'm planning on taking the regular classes once the 5 classes are up.

I am slightly partial here so thank you for reading this review. The thought of writing a review…read morefor this dojo is like asking me to write a review for my mother Christmas dinner. These people are my family and have made my life better. They welcome everyone just like they did me and are so patient and love to teach. No one should have any worries about coming into dojo as a white belt. You will be better than you where everyday you train. Thank you to all my teacher and that is every single person who is in the dojo. Koshu

Fitness kickboxing from a non-martial arts place is like giving a starving man cotton candy. It's…read moreinsubstantial, fluffy, and not particularly good for you. So years ago on one of the work trips here, I knew I needed to sustain an illusion of regimen, but I couldn't bare to take myself to one of those pansy aerobic classes. I came across an old article (http://www.midweek.com/content/columns/onthemove_article/fitness_kick/) and went to the Chinatown Cultural Plaza location. Not only can the one-hour class be a gut-wrencher (and a quadricep crusher and an arm-twister), you get to jump rope, do mountain climbers, and hit/kick pads on a rooftop under a Hawaiian sky. Doesn't get much better than this. The instructor Danny keeps the class moving from jump-rope drills to warm-ups to partner exchanges. The drop-in rate is only a jaw-dropping $10. Bonus: The class right before is the cute little kids' class (yes, as opposed to the ugly little kids class). Nothing like seeing a bunch of eight to whatever year olds getting a little discipline, and seeing girls and boys hit each other without shrinking.

If you are looking for a great martial arts program for kids then Kempo Unlimited is the place…read more Most places teach only one type of martial arts especially children's programs. Here, they teach traditional values like respect, honor and discipline but are up to date and progressive in their martial arts techniques. Very rare to find in a martial arts school that combines the best of both traditional and modern. The kids program includes Jiu Jitsu, grappling, stand up techniques as well as self defense techniques. Also, they incorporate fun and innovative drills for kids. All in all, a great martial arts school.

To give a fair review, I have to compare Legacy Muay Thai to another Muay Thai school. Prior to…read moretraining here at Legacy, I trained at another traditional Muay Thai school (Sorry I don't want to name because my good friends still train there) at UH for about 3 months. I would still be training there but the price was too steep and the training days were Friday and Sunday night, which isn't the most accommodating. Based on a recommendation from a personal trainer from 24 Hour fitness I decided to give Legacy a try. Pros: 1-White mats in the gym. White symbolizes cleanliness and purity. 2-Coach Ivan Flores-Teaching and coaching are based on the same principles. In Coach Ivan's case, he's is an excellent coach/teacher. Whatever striking combinations he demonstrates, he always gives reasoning to support his combos. He demonstrates, explains, gives reasoning and then demonstrates again to make sure everyone understands. Exactly like a teacher in a classroom. He also walks around and makes sure everyone is doing it correctly. His demonstrations are a beauty to watch. Its Muay Thai in its most purest form. 3-Coach Ivan Flores (again) -Striking Coach for UFC Max Holloway. Nuff said. 4-If you pay the unlimited membership, you can train JiuJitsu with Rylan Lizares (another 5 star coach) as well. 5-Rest of the team members are super cool, no attitude. This place has a warm, friendly and family oriented atmosphere. 3 classes, 3 Levels Beginning, intermediate and advance. Men and women train together. 6-Next to Savers. In case you forget your shorts you can buy one for $5 if you don't mind the stank. 7-Next to Sack and Save if you need water or something to eat. 8-They compete (in street terms SCRAP legally). If you want to test your skills we compete in the FIL-AM Man Up Stand Up fights. 9-Cool background music-Jiujitsu coach Matt plays and excellent mix of music on his iPod. CONS (none really): 1-Homeless people lingering around. They are pretty much not a threat, but there was a homeless lady who I witnessed taking a $hit behind a tree (dry heave) However, she no longer hangs around. 2-One bathroom (but there is also a shower). No biggie. You can always go to Burger King to use the bathroom too. 3-Street parking (but I've never parked more then a block away). 4-They ran out of Legacy Muay Thai shirts. :( TIPS: If you are in the beginning class, find a partner who has some experience holding pads and knows some technique. When I first joined I got kneed in the groin. Lucky it wasn't in my nutsack he got me on the shaft. Stung like a mofo. On another incident, my partner missed the Thai Pads and kicked me in my pelvis. WTF! It was then I decided to move up to the intermediate class since I already had 3 months training. I've been here for a year and a half now and Im so fortunate to learn from Coach Ivan. With his 20 years of experience he is highly knowledgeable. Its an honor and a pleasure to be a student at Legacy Muay Thai. 5 Stars without a doubt! Highly recommended.

I've trained with coach Ivan for about 10 years or more. We started off from M1 Martial Art &…read moreFitness along with the other coaches there. Ivan is a high level instructor and has a great IQ experience on striking. He has developed great local amateur mma fighters and pro fighters such as Max Holloway, Yancy Mederios, Dustin Kimura, Tyson Nam & Keoni Diggs, Jeremy Santiago & many more. Through out the year's training at Legacy Muay Thai my Muay Thai has developed tremendously, I feel confident with my skills and experience from what Coach Ivan has taught me. I highly recommend if you're looking for a Muay Thai gym in Honolulu.

Always a good time at underground jiu jitsu. Not only do you learn awesome techniques from skilled…read moreblack belts, but you feel the good vibes from the members there.

I started training at Grappling Unlimited in June of 2024, but my journey actually started because…read moreof my son. For a long time, I wanted to get him involved in jiu-jitsu, but I kept finding reasons to put it off. Eventually, I decided it was time to stop making excuses and find a place where we could start training. We tried a different academy first, but from the moment we walked through the doors, my son and I felt like outsiders. It just wasn't the right fit for us. My mother recommended Grappling Unlimited since she knows Enson, and I'm grateful she did. From the very beginning, Rei was incredibly welcoming and helpful. She answered all of our questions, made the process easy, and helped my son and me get started. Walking into a new gym can be intimidating, especially when you don't know anyone, but we immediately felt comfortable and welcomed. What started as something I wanted for my son ended up becoming a journey for our entire family. Not only did my son and I begin training, but even my mom eventually started her own jiu-jitsu journey in September 2025. Being able to share this experience with three generations of our family has been something really special. Since I started training, I've come to appreciate what makes Grappling Unlimited different. The instruction is outstanding, the coaches are knowledgeable, and the training partners are always willing to help. The gym has a culture where people work hard, support each other, and genuinely want to see everyone improve. Like most white belts, I've spent plenty of time learning the hard way, but every coach and training partner has played a role in helping me grow. I've gained confidence, improved my fitness, challenged myself in competition, and learned lessons that carry over into everyday life. Recently, I competed at NAGA. Stepping onto the competition mats was something I never thought I'd do when I first started training, and I know I wouldn't have had the confidence to do it without the coaching, support, and encouragement I've received at Grappling Unlimited. Most importantly, Grappling Unlimited gave my family a place where we felt welcomed from day one. Looking back, walking through those doors was one of the best decisions I've made. I'm proud to be part of this gym and truly grateful for everyone who has helped my family along the way. If you're considering trying jiu-jitsu--whether for yourself, your kids, fitness, self-defense, competition, or personal growth--I highly recommend giving Grappling Unlimited a try.

Great place to learn jiu-jitsu, MMA, kick boxing, and other martial arts!…read more Been fortunate enough to experience this location and all the good they do for the community through their classes. Coaches here are top notch. Many of them have been doing their art for years. Peace of mind to those who may be nervous about learning more. No shame here. Everyone of all expertise is welcome. Egan Inouye is a great inspiration to all. The outcomes and accomplishments of the students speak for themselves. They perform the highest in all categories across all ages, male or female. Very lucky to have seen my step daughter thrive under their instruction and become champion multiple times over. Can't recommend this place enough to family and friends!

As a 21yo female student, I was looking for 3 things in a trainer: a safe environment, simple…read moresystem for beginners, and affordability. Mike and MBF fulfilled all of those requirements from the get-go. I messaged Mike through his website and he texted me the same day to schedule a consultation. When I arrived, he made sure I felt comfortable before we even discussed my goals, which is SO important to me. He also took my college student budget into consideration when helping me choose my package, which helps so much. His warm, motivational energy had me ready to start the next week! I would've started that day except I didn't have much to eat. That's another thing I love about Mike - he pushes you, but also listens when you're not feeling great. He never jeopardizes your safety to rush things or try gimmicky exercises. I hated exercise my entire life up until I started here. His system is simple and starts with slow changes, which made it so much easier for me to adopt it without falling off. He helps you with diet, at-home exercises and is always available through text to answer questions. With the skills he's taught me, I've seen changes in my appearance and strength at only 6 weeks in! Most importantly, he helped me finally make the connection that I feel so much better both mentally and physically when I'm eating clean and staying active. No other online resources have been able to do that for me, so I'm eternally grateful to Mike for helping me make that change. If you're uncertain, schedule a consultation! There's no harm in opening a conversation and at the very least you get to hang out with Mike and his dog Nuna for a bit, who makes visiting the gym that much more enjoyable.

I've been working with Mike since May and he has helped me stay on track and keep me motivated and…read moreaccountable. If you're looking for a trainer that genuinely cares, he's the one. He's also transparent and honest. I need that because it's so easy to stray from the plan. I started with Mike weighing 228 early May, as of July 29th, I'm 208 and I'm not done yet. Still have a lot of work ahead. Mike is well worth the investment.