1.Be prepared to spend over $200.00 a month because the teacher will want to test your child on one…read morething to get a new belt EVERY MONTH and if you say no he will make your child feel out of place. 2.Be prepared to sign a 1 year contract, the teacher Anthony Watts is more interested in getting you to sign that contract than anything. 3.The teaching style is crap, does not show children proper form for anything. 4.Picks favorites in class and if your child is acting like a child and not like she is in the military, he will sit them out the entire class period and belittle them. 5.Does not pay for instructors but expects parents to participate in every single class. 6.SHADY SHADY BUSINESS BEWARE!!!!!!!

Powerhouse Karate is an amazing place for kids to grow and develop. I particularly like Mr. Watts…read moreprior military training and background. He emphasizes honor, discipline, and respect in every facet of his training program. He even starts off each class with the "pledge of allegiance," mission statement and Powerhouse Oath. He has a knack at getting the best out of kids. I highly encourage other parents to give his program a try. You will not be disappointed!

I love wow taequando. it is amazing and all of the instructors and masters are super kind and they…read morecare about you. but they also know how to train you well. there is also an amazing community in wow. everyone supports and cares about one another. we also learn self control and discipline.Wow taequando has become a big part of my life and I'm really thankful for it.

My 4 and 6 year-old grandsons love this place. Not only do they attend regular after-school…read moreclasses, but also they have attended the summer camp. At WOW, the kids are treated with respect and kindness and are taught to respect and be kind to others in return. They also learn teamwork and listening skills. Master Fleming and Master Brayden are so loved by the kids, as is Master Grandma. If you want your kids to learn respect for others, discipline designed for their age group and physical agility, this is the place for them. Thank you WOW team for your exemplary work with kids! Taekwondo!!

A few years ago a close friend said her son was going to test out a taekwondo class and asked if I…read morewould want to take my daughter to try it. She absolutely loved it and we joined (for a year) after that first class. She had previously been in dance for 3 years and it just wasn't her thing. She almost always wants to go to class and has made friends there. Mr G is AMAZING. He is patient as can be with the kids but doesn't let them walk over him and ensures they're respectful (not interrupting, focusing, polite to others, saying sir and mam.) He is soon testing for his 6th degree black belt. The kids love him. The cost isn't bad at all considering your children can go 5-6 days a week most weeks if you want them to. My daughter went 4-5 days a week for a while, we did zoom classes during Covid, and have been back in person for a while now. We moved from Southpark where we were 10 mins from class and now are 25-30 WITHOUT traffic and it's been a year since moving and I still can't imagine switching her. We usually only go 2 days a week now usually because of the drive, but my daughter practices a lot at home too. Initially, equipment needed is minimal; however, if they're going to stick with it, you should invest in the gear. She gets to test for her black belt in September!

I love this place and so does my son. He's picked up from school daily and taught discipline and…read morerespect along with learning an art form. Greatest and friendliest staff ever!! You won't be soap disappointed.

Hands down the best center around. We have two kids here and they couldn't be happier. They take…read moremultiple classes each week and look forward to every one of them.

Our son started here about 4 weeks ago. Since he's began, we've seen improved manners and respect,…read morenot to mention the fact that he cannot wait to attend the next session; he simply loves it! The instructors are great with the children, even those who seem overly excited to be there (the one's who don't listen so well). The instructors are patient, and keep the sessions fun, but also manage to stay firm at the same time. In addition to being wonderful with the kids, they even remember each child's names --even after only seeing them once, which is quite impressive based on the amount of kids they have. The classes are a great size (our son is in the beginners class [he's 5]), which contains only about 5-6 kids per session. I highly recommend this place. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is simply because I have nothing else to baseline this experience from.

My son has been taking classes here for a little over a year and they are AMAZING! Not only have I…read moreseen the positive differences that have been made in my son, but other kids that started when he did. For my son in particular, I have seen his self confidence, self-control, respect for others, & concentration improve substantially. Their prices are extremely reasonable and well worth it for what you get out of it. Instructors are kind, patient and entertaining to the kids AND the adults. Roar has become more like a family to us and I couldn't recommend them more!

the owner hit the kids if they did something bad and there summer camp cost 750$ for 4 kids do not…read morerecommend

As someone who recently relocated from a major city (LA) to Charlotte, I was hoping that the lore…read moreof "Southern hospitality" was accurate, but unfortunately, when dealing with a money hungry corporation regional location is irrelevant. We were solicited at a public park by an instructor and encouraged to come to a free class. The "class" ended up being a 20 minute one-on-one sales pitch by an instructor to my daughter. Knowing no one and being new to the area we thought it would be a good idea and were comforted by the 3 day cancellation policy. Literally, within 2.5 hours of returning home we realized being a double working parent home the hours of classes were not suitable for our schedule and I emailed WITHIN 3 HOURS OF SIGNING-UP that we would need to cancel immediately. While we did not receive any communication or receipt of cancellation, they were able to charge our credit card. My Husband went to the location the following day to confirm the cancellation and begin the refund policy and the instructor told him he could not grant a refund, that we had to contact the Manager and that Manager didn't even answer HIS calls on the weekend. (Which business wise, you shouldn't be open for operation if you are not supervised by a Manager.) Regardless, we called today (the following business day, a Monday) and were met with the Manager's mirrored response. Although we issued a cancellation WITHIN HOURS, that ATA the corporation, was receiving the funds, that the branch would see no part of that and that there was no refund. So...to you ATA, the capitalist corporation that has created loopholes in it's own policies inorder to gain profit at the loss of it's customer base; We are disappointed in your skewed policy statement, let down by your manipulative agenda and false community mission and will surely NOT endorse you or any of your locations to anyone looking for a positive growth community for their children or selves. #ShopLocal

A highly motivated instructor and huge classes. Ymy family is enjoying this taekwondo school. Staff…read morevery friendly and helpful.

We have had such a positive, great experience here at Ballantyne Kicks. My son just received his…read moreBlack belt and we could not be more proud. Master Russell is such a great teacher. He demands discipline and respect but is so encouraging of the kids to do their best. It is a positive environment where the kids learn and grow in self esteem and skill.

WOW!! 10 out of 10. 100 thumbs up. 1000 gold stars. Had my son's fifth birthday here and was blown…read moreaway. The two instructors were amazing, completely beyond my expectations. Were so great with the kids and kept them entertained the entire time. They showed tricks and wowed the guests, let each guest chop a board, and even helped the birthday boy cut his cake with a giant samurai sword. This will go down as my favorite birthday party for sure. I was so impressed with the two instructors. Although they were only 16 years old, you'd be hard pressed to find more engaging instructors. They seriously blew me away. Extremely well spoken and friendly, they remembered every single child name. They were welcoming, attentive, And even helped me set up. I think they even had all of the parents paying close attention to the instruction. And so many of the parents commented on how impressed they were as well. Such a fantastic job!!!

This place is amazing! Dr. White is truly the best instructor and he won't just promote his…read morestudents. They need to earn the next belt. I trust all the teachers and will be a supporter for life. My 6 year old son just received his brown belt tonight.

This Martial Art studio is amazing. I have never felt so welcomed into what most would say is an…read moreintimidating environment. Everyone introduced themselves to me and I felt like part of the group before my first class was over. Since then I have worked hard and am now in my black belt apprenticeship. I am greatful for the work and time my Grand Master ( Dr. White ) and Sensei's have put into making me not only a good Martial Artist ,but a better person all the way around. You won't be able to walk onto any dojo floor and train with your grand master. It's been tough. Limits have pushed, but I am so greatful for every moment of it. This was suppose to be a challenge and it has been. I plan on always pushing and striving to reach that next level . With people like Shihan White behind me I know that will always be a possibility. I recommend Kenaki to anyone looking to try Martial Arts. The staff is wonderful and they work with children ages 3 and up. My own children take karate lessons at Kenaki, and I am very impressed with their growing self control and confidence they have obtained so far. Everyone get to try a class for free! Check them out!

After relocating to Charlotte with years of martial arts experience, I did extensive research to…read morefind a gym that realistically covers all aspects of self-defense. That search led me to Ryan Hoover and Fit to Fight--and it exceeded every expectation.This isn't just a 5-star review; it is an open letter of appreciation. Here is what sets them apart: World-Class Leadership: Ryan, Amber, and Riley Hoover are incredible, highly accessible coaches who frequently teach classes themselves. Elite, Consistent Coaching: Every single coach and Black Belt is exceptional. There is no such thing as a bad class here. Complete Combat Curriculum: They train you for reality--covering everything from de-escalation and kickboxing to grappling, street-scenario jiu-jitsu, and weapons defense. Evolving & Relevant: The curriculum updates constantly to address ever-changing, real-world threats. Inclusive Community: You will train alongside everyone from teenagers to impressive 70-year-olds in an environment where everyone knows your name. Genuine Care: They truly care about your safety, growth, and well-being.Though I recently had to relocate back to the West Coast, Fit to Fight remains the gold standard. I fully plan to return for their intensive workshops. To Ryan and the entire coaching staff: keep doing what you do. It matters.

I cant believe I have not reviewed this before. I have been going here infrequently since it opened…read moreor shortly there after. The reason for the infrequency is that it is a solid 25 min drive for me without traffic. Add in week day traffic and that turns into an hour. Otherwise, I'd be here all the time. The staff is super friendly. The bag classes are my favorite and a really tough workout. The intro classes are great as well. The first 15 mins of "warm up" is probably the toughest work out then it is on to learning basic skills. It's such a great work out and the training is great for self defense. They have another location in Gastonia if you live closer to there. I highly recommend them.