Ive only taken one class of Krav Maga and I LOVE IT. What's great about it is that it teaches you…read morebasic self defense when you're put under extreme stress - say walking home from the bars and a person tries to mug you. I didn't realize how easy it is to just freeze up and do nothing when someone tries to hurt you, so I think this is a great class to learn basic street fighting. I'm a petite lady and I always worry that a bigger person will try to attack me and I won't be able to fight back, but I think if I continue to take krav maga classes I will gain the muscle memory and strength to defend myself. I've taken kick boxing class and it's great for cardio and strength training but you're always punching an inanimate object (sand bag) so it doesn't put you in the mindset of being attacked by someone. When I took my krav maga class I was already learning how to fight one on one with another person and it forced me to think quick on my feet and attack back. Also, I had my first class with Morgan and she is super awesome! Very informative and her demonstrations make it easy to learn when it's your first time. She also makes it very fun. There's a groupon for this class and they also offer a free first time try out!

Five stars, need I say more? Of course, I will. I stumbled…read moreupon this place while looking for reasonably priced Krav Maga classes. I think they have the best price in town. I am traveling for year, and I needed to learn some useful real life street self defense. I am so glad to have found this place. The classes are fairly small,which lets you get a more personal training. All of the trainers are super awesome (shout out to Morgan!) The best thing about to fit to fight krav maga classes is that it's pretty comprehensive. I heard other classes teaches you techniques, per level. Hence, you will be doing level 1 before you can proceed to getting your hands on to some much more advance self defense ie. Knife defense or gun defense. Hence, you will be doing fighting stances for a while. But here, they teach you the basics, and then also lets you experience various advance techniques. They will ask you "what do you feel like learning today?" And you can tell them, and they can plan for it. Maybe you will get to learn that technique you suggested that day, and if not, they will try to do it the next time. Granted, you will not master these advance techniques right away of course, but at least, they gave you the knowledge to do it. You end up getting better at it, when they go over that same technique on classes later on. So it's a cycle. By doing this, I was able to cover a lot of useful real life self defense skills, and I only had 4-5wks of training before I left. A few examples include: gun defense, knife defense, what to do when you are being hostage (with gun or knife), get someone off of you, etc. Krav maga is awesome. A very useful self defense and a real work out too. If I come back to Atlanta, I am definitely coming here again. I do miss this place!

I started Training there and had some directions from my doctor not to continue the jutsjutsi I…read morestarted. They understood and were very polite and did not charge me the cancelation fee

SBG has a welcoming group of coaches who are willing and eager to train all levels of athletes. It…read moreis by far the best BJJ gym I've been to in Atlanta. Even the most advanced black belts take the time to make sure you feel comfortable with the movements and understand why you're doing what you're doing. The community is top notch and everyone supports each other both in and out of the gym. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking to begin their BJJ journey. Also, their kids program is incredible. I believe it starts at 5 years old and the kids have a blast while learning discipline and self defense at the same time. Definitely check it out!

Our 11 year old son goes to Lewis Global Karate...I cannot speak highly enough of everyone there…read more Matt is especially awesome! The prices here are very fair and we love the flexibility and choices in the schedule. As a side note, our son knows that if he doesn't finish homework, there is no karate, so it's a wonderful incentive for him as well!

This guys bogus. Very disrespectful. I questioned his qualifications and he got rude with me. I…read moreknow my stuff. This guys not a legitimate 7th degree black belts whatsoever. Yes, he may have the "rank" but I have no idea how he got it....just look at how old most high dan black belts are fot starters. Then, his classes. Its glorified daycare. His instructors are jokes. Horrible technique. I moved on. Probably going back to mutual instructors or to.bjj Stay away from this guy.

We've been at TMAC for kid and adult classes for almost 2 years now. Shihan Mike truly cares about…read moreall of his students and their families. His programs are engaging for all age groups and he wants to help everyone improve and make progress towards their goals in the martial arts. He has lineage as a student of Hanshi Pachivas in the Shuri-Ryu style of karate. His dojo offers karate and jiu-jitsu classes. Our kids look forward to Karate Camp each summer and the other events at the dojo throughout the year. The dojo offers great birthday parties for kids too (best party spot we have used!). He cultivates a culture of respect and the attitude that everyone can learn something from anyone else, regardless of their belt rank. Students encourage each other and are welcoming to new students. His classes help you to improve your physical and mental fitness, while learning practical skills for self-defense if you ever had to use it, all in a supportive atmosphere with great camaraderie.

This is the best gym around. No one teaches like Andy. Very knowledgeable and he has a great way of…read morebreaking techniques down to make them easy to learn.

From the owner: At Hybrid JiuJitsu/HartFit, we offer training in Muay Thai, self-protection and fitness kickboxing…read more We want you to learn how to protect yourself at home and on the street.

I've known the TONG DOJO since I was a little guy in Brooklyn, N.Y. I went there from 8 years old…read moreto 13 years old. My Sensei's were George Cofield and Thomas Lapuppet. They were the BEST Sensei's. We did tournaments, shows, exhibitions and in house competitions. We had the best students with the Twins and a few girls in our class who, if you want to challenge them, you'd better think twice. My best memory of the TONG DOJO is when Sensei Cofield would show the class some new moves, we would run through them a few times and then he would ask us "Got it?", the class would say Got it!, Sensei Cofield would answer back "Sho' Nuff!". The Movie "The Last Dragon" is loosely based on The TONG DOJO and Sensei George Cofield. Sensei Thomas Lapuppet Was a Sensei at the TONG DOJO also. He was a NYC Police Officer. He always had his badge in his visor in his 1968 Oldsmobile Toranado. The car had all Electric seats, windows, mirrors, Leather seats and all the bells and whistles. It was one the best cars I loved to ride in. When I first started at the TONG DOJO, I got my first Karate Gi from Sensei Lapuppet. He donned me the white belt that I would start my martial arts journey with. He also gave me the TONG DOJO PATCH that went on the upper left hand side of the Gi. When I promoted to Green Tip, He colored the tip of my belt to signify my promotion. Sensei Cofield adorned my Gi with the TONG DOJO name written down the front of the Gi in Asian Style lettering. That's when I knew I was part of the TONG DOJO. I miss the TONG DOJO but will never forget the experiences I had there. Next time I am in Atlanta I will visit the TONG DOJO. SEE YOU SOON. LYLE GILES, BROWN BELT, TONG DOJO, 1973

I've been training here for a year now! More consistently in the past few months. As a female…read morecollege student, whatever techniques taught here are really useful in a real situation. I love it the fact that it's still rooted in traditional shotokan karate, but we also explore other martial arts' techniques and adopt what work in a real fight. Sensei Chapman constantly pushes his students to the limit, but hey no pain, no gain. I feel like this is my true family in Karate! OOSSUUU

Having taken a long (10-yr) break from martial arts, I got the itch to jump back in and started…read morelooking at many schools inside the perimeter. I was primarily looking for a school that addressed three things that other Atlanta schools can't provide: 1) a diversified experience with multiple disciplines, 2) an actual curriculum that would provide structure to the various lessons, and a path to future belt tests, and 3) some sort of supplemental training that would reinforce what is taught in the dojo. I joined Evolution X and while I have not been a student for very long, it provides all of these things and more: several different martial arts disciplines; a calendar and curriculum that indicates what will be taught, and when (and when it will be repeated in the future); and a super helpful library of online training resources that covers every lesson as you advance through the belts. From a teaching and training perspective, this is a very well-managed school. On top of this, I've found that the other students are helpful and supportive - and respectful of new students (myself included) - making the experience a positive one. Net net: Josh Moree runs a top-notch school for kids and adults alike, and if you are looking to learn about multiple disciplines for comprehensive martial arts training, Evolution X delivers!

Although I do not train regularly at Atlanta Kyusho and Jujitsu, I have had the pleasure to attend…read morea few seminars there. I would love to train regularly with Sensei Moree but live in Roswell so doing the drive regularly would be difficult. I come from a different background in martial arts (Yoshukai), so most of the things I was exposed to during the seminars were new to me. Sensei Moree and the other students were extremely helpful and patient with me. They made me feel very welcome, which is not always the case when visiting different styles of martial arts schools. He is a great teacher and explains techniques very well. AKJ incorporates different styles/disciplines in the training- which I think is excellent. If you are considering starting training in martial arts, I highly recommend AKJ. I am confident in saying you won't regret the decision. Osu!

GENERAL ASSESSMENT Our overall assessment is that Shaolin…read moreInstitute does an amazingly successful job fulfilling its promise as a learning experience for both the body and mind. As we have so far experienced it, Shaolin Institute indeed teaches a "way of life" in which students can experience gratifying physical achievement, whether in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, while also exercising and expanding mindfulness. One of the most appealing aspects of Shaolin Institute is the frequent reference before and after classes regarding how specific cultural, historical, medical, and scientific achievements are directly relevant for learning and appreciating martial arts. TEACHING ASSESSMENT It is impressive that Shaolin Institute exceeds expectations in basically every category used to evaluate teachers. Below are our summaries of Shaolin Institute's multifaceted teaching strengths. CURRICULUM * SI teachers follow the SI curriculum. * SI teachers choose activities for each student relevant to the SI curriculum and each student's level of achievement. * When feasible, SI teachers sometimes helpfully group students together to learn and practice as a group the forms they have previously learned. INSTRUCTION * SI teachers provide direction so that each student knows what to focus on during class. * SI teachers present new forms clearly and logically, and helpfully demonstrate new forms. * SI teachers provide feedback and re-teach forms when necessary. Teachers provide opportunities for students to practice new forms both with and without supervision. MOTIVATION * SI teachers show genuine concern for the students. * SI teachers project a positive, encouraging tone for the classroom experience. * SI teachers establish a level of difficulty, suited for each student's level, which encourages success. SI teachers provide good verbal praise, as well as critique as needed. COMMUNICATION * SI teachers always demonstrate enthusiasm in what they are teaching. * SI teachers explain and demonstrate forms clearly. * SI teachers respond graciously and substantively to questions. EXPECTATIONS * SI teachers communicate expectations to students. * SI teachers listen to students' feedback during class and adjust their teaching pace and content accordingly. * SI teachers encourage students to participate inextracurricular community opportunities, which isimportant for the students' confidence as well as the school's exposure. METHODOLOGY & MATERIALS * SI teachers often vary how they conduct classes, for example by describing the forms, including their origins, applications, etc., and/or by physically demonstrating the forms. Both methods are helpful, especially for students who learn in different ways. * SI teachers sometimes provide supplemental resources, such as video recordings of the classes, which can be exceptionally helpful for students who want to practice at home. EVALUATIVE ACTIVITIES * SI teachers monitor and give feedback on student progressduring each individual class. * SI teachers give oral evaluative comments, as well as sometimes grades or scores. * SI teachers are available for and sometimes proactively create opportunities for one-on-one progress discussions with students. CLASS ENVIRONMENT * SI teachers clearly communicate requirements for attitude and behavior, notably by emphasizing the SI student creed and the rituals of class beginnings and endings. TEACHER-STUDENT INTERACTIONS * SI teachers make an effort to know each student as an individual. * SI teachers routinely work to promote positive self-image in students. * SI teachers routinely create a classroom climate in which students are encouraged to grow and assume personal responsibility for their growth. LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR * SI teachers are observed routinely cooperating graciously with their teaching peers, demonstrating authentic respect for one another. * SI teachers are often observed sharing ideas and methods with their fellow teachers. * SI teachers are observed regularly seeking to advance their own growth. This continuing education, observed by the students, is motivating to the students and demonstrates how we are all learning and growing.

I went to China with Shivu in 1993. We trained at the Shaolin Temple. He is the real deal. We still…read morestay in touch 30 years later!