Ever since going to this gym 5 years ago I have had a laundry list of health problems. I have two…read moreherniated discs which started while training here and eventually got worse, one in my back and one in my neck. I also had at least 2 minor concussions here. The one that stands out most was when sparring an overeager new student. I literally fell over and people here hardly cared or noticed. Some of them were fine just hitting me hard in the head after it happened or just throwing me to the ground repeatedly as I did half speed kicks, even the person who knocked me down decided to swing for the fences again that same day. I have a pretty high pain tolerance and I probably didn't fully even know how hurt I was but I still think it was a little overkill and just weird to go after someone who is already obviously hurt. It's sparring not a fight. I made sure to write all this down after it happened because it was definitely not normal for this to happen at places like these. It was basically a beginner level class with some more advanced students if I remember correctly. Not a place where getting knocked out is common. I know how this sounds, it's a contact sport and stuff happens and I would have been fine with that and probably accepted it and moved on. However, the main problem is when I tried to speak to the owner several times, and one of the instructors once I did not have a good experience. I won't go into too much detail but I was accused of lying about my injuries, I was gaslit, asked if I was autistic multiple times, or they just made jokes or didn't take me seriously. The owner also thought I was a bully for hitting people hard in sparring when I was also frequently getting hit hard. The spars/rolls/clinching was often so over the top that my back literally gave out and I started to develop issues I've never had before. This place deserves a 1 star review not so much for the injuries but for being so scummy about it. If someone gets a bad injury at least be respectful about it. Would have been appreciated. The owner and anyone working for him really should take a hard look at themselves if this sort of behavior is still going on here. If someone has a complaint or concern, taking it seriously would be a good place to start. The owner also tries to get reviews deleted so I'm posting this on yelp cause it got deleted on google.

Radius has been a safe haven for me (not grey or dark at all). I'm grateful for all of the people…read moreI have met and trained with. Everyone has been enormously supportive of my growth and one another as far as I can tell. I think it can be challenging for a woman to enter a sport that is predominantly male. However, I have always felt welcome and valued-something I cannot say I have experienced at many other gyms. I see the gym as a community--something that is intentionally built by leadership at Radius.

World class taekwondo masters.... grandmaster yb kim 10th degree…read morethe other 2 masters 7th and 6 th deegre world class training... the best in stamford and surrounding areas.

Master Kim and the rest of YB World taekwondo academy have made a huge impact on my son's…read moreconcentration, confidence and physical capabilities. He loves it!

Master Na and his team do a phenomenal job of not just training taekwondo, but teaching students…read morediscipline, respect and perseverance. My 14-yo daughter has her black belt and we've seen through the years how Master Na's training has helped her physically with great balance and strength and posture, and also mentally -- part of her confidence and self-assurance comes from her experience at the dojo. We can't say enough good things about Master Na and his team!

It's been three incredible years since my daughter started her Taekwondo journey with Master Na,…read moreback in 2022. She joined when she was only nine years old -- shy, nervous, and unsure of herself. Today, she's confidently preparing to earn her Black Belt, and the transformation has been amazing to witness. Throughout this journey, I've seen her grow stronger, more disciplined, and mentally tougher. Taekwondo has taught her how to stay calm under pressure, correct mistakes without fear, and push through challenges with confidence. One of the things I admire most is how Master Na always tells the students that making mistakes isn't bad -- what truly matters is the courage to fix them and keep improving. And every time they thought they couldn't break a board, Master Na would say, "Yes, you can!" That moment of encouragement always gave them the strength and belief to do it -- and they did! Taekwondo has also helped her perform better in her other sports like soccer, flag football, and basketball. She now plays with more focus, balance, and determination, showing leadership and confidence that clearly come from her martial arts training. This journey has helped her grow in so many ways -- physically, mentally, and emotionally. As a parent, I'm deeply grateful to Master Na for his patience, dedication, and for teaching my daughter to believe in herself both inside and outside the dojang.

Tae Kwon Do USA changed my life growing up. I'm shocked that there aren't more reviews here. Sir…read moreAntonio is a gem, trains you to the fullest, you truly feel your potential. He's tough, he learned from the best. He makes martial arts an issue of spirit, rather than a mere workout. He creates a feeling of family, as we all struggled to achieve higher, beyond what we thought we were capable of, together. Highly recommend this to anyone, literally anyone, would benefit from his teachings. Even my mom joined! On that note, it truly is a great place for families, with bonding,

I have been going here for a year, to the 7:30 PM kickboxing class. It is the best workout I have…read moreever had. I am the kind of person who does not do well at a standard gym. I get bored very easily, using the treadmill or elliptical and weights every single day. So last summer I decided to go back to Tae Kwon Do USA. I went there several years ago in 2004 for a few months before I moved to Costa Rica, so I knew exactly what to expect with this class. I have to warn you, this class is not for everyone. It is very intense, and you will definitely sweat. Sir (the teacher/owner) has us do everything from push ups to lunges and punching and kicking and using the bags and gloves. It is a total body workout, and if you are consistent and come here two to three times per week, you WILL see results. The thing I love the most about this class is the other students. It is truly a "judgment free" class. There are people of all levels here, and no one will judge you if you can't keep up. He also changes the workouts frequently so you are always using different parts of your body. I always have had scrawny spaghetti arms, and now I am actually proud to show off my defined arms and shoulders. If you like to work out hard and sweat, and be rewarded for your hard work, then you should definitely come to this class. He has a 5:30-6:30 class Mon-Fri and the 7:30-8:30 class Mon, Wed and Friday. Hope to see you there!

I recently enrolled my two children with Marcelo Garcia Jiu Jitsu. I was apprehensive with the…read morelevel of contact this sport requires. I am pleasantly surprised with the level of professionalism and skill both teachers Ricardo and Ms Kat show with their students. The classes are engaging and Fun. My twins loves their teacher and look forward to class. #FunFridaysRock!

Great place to learn BJJ! Good instruction and friendly teammates!read more

This review isn't for the tae Kwon do but for bethel fitness. This gym is amazing. The owner,…read moreMarianne, is hands down one of the nicest most generous people you'll ever meet. It's a small gym with nice people and usually it feels like your own personal gym as I usually had the place to myself when I worked out. 24-7 accessibility and a gym that isn't over crowded, you can't beat that. I'm moving and truly sad I'll have to find a new gym!

Master Ross has been a transformative influence on our son (and now daughter). He imbues patience,…read moreresilience, strength (in mind and body), confidence, and of course educates his students in the art and skill of Tae Kwon Do - all the while showing an obvious passion for his teaching. We tried another Martial Arts dojo in town, but didn't feel it was the right fit - Bethel TKD is definitely IT. I whole-heartedly recommend Master Ross and Bethel TKD to anyone who is thinking about this for their son, daughter, or self!

I have been going to SDSS for over 10 years, I could not be happier with the instruction. Just a…read moreclass organization all the way. Now with Josh at helm at SDSS I am ready for 3rd degree black belt and beyond. Also my son studied for roughly 3 years and he had pretty bad ADHD the instructors really worked with him and he made junior Black Belt. I was extremely proud of him and grateful to the school.

Lousy communication- No one answers a phone and you need to leave a message. Inconvenient location…read moredownstairs which is misleading from outside and unfair for older family to watch although the watching area is tiny --Your child cannot advance to black belt irregardless of their achievements until age 18. The head "Demasco" now has a new "martial arts" company and this is just a chain/franchise. Their website is looking for trainers-- that's kind of shady when authentic instructors need to be fully trained in their art. Chinese and Japanese martial arts fusion together? Kung Fu (Chinese) Karate (Japanese) are not respected as a blended art anywhere else in the world. They have their own distinctions respectively.

Since day one of starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Submit!, I've completely become obsessed with it…read more Not only with BJJ but also with the school here. Everyone is super helpful and patient and awesome to work with. Being able to get some really amazing knowledge from Dana, Chris and everyone else who stops in is incredible. I was a very intimidated at first with the lack of a "beginners" class, but once you get to drilling and learning from these everyone, you'll start picking it up. It's not easy, and you absolutely will be humbled when you're starting, but you just have to keep coming back and learning more. It's 100% worth it. If you're on the fence or just thinking about it, just come on in and try it out.

This is a Great place to train! The instruction is great, you learn a lot. The Jiu-Jitsu is high…read morelevel.