Our son has practiced BJJ with professor Quan for about 2 years now, and what a fantastic…read moreexperience. From day 1, Coach has not only taught the technical aspects of Jujutsu but also life long principles of respect, mercy, perseverance, and focus. Highly recommended for all youth.

We signed up for a month-to-month membership for my 5-year-old daughter. Unfortunately, all…read morechildren are placed in the same class regardless of age or size, which made the classes developmentally inappropriate. After about three weeks, my daughter quickly became bored and lost interest. Class times are also very limited--only 5:00 PM on weekdays and 9:00 AM on Saturdays. Most importantly, be aware of the hidden costs: there are upfront fees, and even if you cancel, you'll still be charged for 60 days. Be sure to read the fine print before signing.

My son experienced a bullying incident at school, which prompted me to start looking into karate…read moreclasses. I found Titans Martial Arts Academy through a Google search and signed him up for a free introductory class. My original plan was to visit a few different schools before making a decision, but after just one class, I knew we had found the right place. The instructors are outstanding. They genuinely care about the kids and know exactly how to encourage and challenge their students to become their best. They celebrate successes, provide positive reinforcement, and offer constructive corrections in a way that builds confidence rather than discouraging them. We've been attending for almost a year now, and the transformation in my son has been incredible. The bullying had taken a serious toll on his confidence, but today he's like a different kid. His self-confidence has grown tremendously, and the physical improvements are just as noticeable. More importantly, he carries himself with confidence and has developed resilience that extends far beyond the dojo. I can't recommend Titans Martial Arts Academy highly enough. If you're looking for a martial arts school that truly invests in its students and helps them grow both physically and mentally, this is the place.

This school has improved my mma skills significantly and I have won many world titles from training…read morewith them. This is a great school! THANKS TITANS

Kioto BJJ Southwest has a great training atmosphere. We work hard and have a great time together…read more Having an established and traditional curriculum means we always know where we stand as students and can easily work with the professors to achieve our goals. Joe and Liz have created an awesome learning atmosphere where I feel that I can achieve my personal best. With the exception of open mat, I don't think Ive ever found myself to be the only woman present- we have a great group of women here which not all academy's can boast. Kioto is a fantastic option in the east valley.

Traditional BJJ with a syllabus developed thru our lineage through Grandmasters Francisco Mansor…read moreand Helio Gracie. Kioto SW is a smaller BJJ gym with a great family feel. Kioto has all shapes and sizes, lots of female students and kids. Kioto students have competed and won at all levels. Come train with us and see what BJJ can do for you. We are also affiliated with the We Defy Foundation, which provides BJJ scholarships to service connected veterans.

Sensei Mike and team have been awesome ever since our son joined as a white belt. He takes the…read morelessons from karate to home, to school, and to soccer to be a better person overall!

We love it at Kaizen! My son has been doing martial arts since he was 4 and is now 11 (3 different…read morestyles). When we moved I knew exactly what to look for being a general manager of 2 karate schools in San Diego. Sensei Mike is a wonderful instructor and we felt at home from our first class. Highly recommend giving them a try.

We have been attending Sitan Gym events for the past 3 1/2 years and have enjoyed the Muay Thai…read morecommunity lead by Thiago and his team. It is rare to find a group of people that are dedicated to uplifting each other, people who sincerely care about their peers, and people who unconditionally go out of their way to support one another like we have experienced at Sitan Gym. The coaches each offer unique skills to enhance the training and improve participant's ability and competence. The Sitan Gym atmosphere is family friendly (especially the gym dog Holly) and is comfortable to train at regardless of age or experience. The gym prioritizes community which is apparent by the holiday celebrations and acknowledgments. Our sincere gratitude to all of the Sitan Gym staff and volunteers for contributing to make a great community for Muay Thai training at Sitan Gym.

To the 2 single star reviews stating that people were rude to them, it had to have been post-COVID…read morefrustrations or something as it's definitely a one off thing and something I and many others have never experienced at Sitan. I trained privately with Travis for a matter of some months multiple times a week and everyone there was always friendly and nice and I'm a pretty quiet no-small talk kinda guy. I also interacted with Thiago a handful of times and he was always open and engaging every single time. This is without a doubt, the PREMIER location in Arizona if you want to learn the art of eight limbs whether it's through private or public instruction. The only reason I stopped going was due to some health complications I got that prohibited me from continuing training because I loved every damn minute of it.

We've had an amazing experience at Master Shim's Tae Kwon Do studio! My son has grown so much in…read moreconfidence, discipline, and focus since he started here. The instructors are not only highly skilled, but also incredibly patient and encouraging. They truly care about each student's progress both on and off the mat. The environment is respectful, motivating, and family-friendly--exactly what we were looking for. I'm so grateful for the life lessons and values my son is learning here. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a positive martial arts experience for their child!

Not just the best martial arts studio, BUT genuinely one of the best instructional classes I've…read moreever seen in my entire life. Master Shim is not just a black belt -- he has a degree in education and it totally shows! The curriculum at this studio is unparalleled. Like most children, my son wants to be taught and treated like a grown up. Why? Because it's cool. :) sure, kids like fun but it's cool for them to learn the real way -- the way grown ups do. Master Shim holds every student accountable without making them feel bad. He doesn't hand out belts like consolation prizes -- students EARN their belts. I love this. They also uphold the values of the belt system (see photos) inside the studio, at home, and at school. How? If my son wants to test for a belt, he has to get a form signed by me AND his school teacher!!! I love this. Okay, now for the best story: My 7 year old gets in trouble often at school for talking too much. One day, he got in a lot of trouble for disrupting the class. We came to Master Shim's class later that day and he showed such great behavior that Master Shim pointed it out (see video below). Anyhow, I'm just saying that your kid will benefit from the organization, structure, and positive encouragement at MSTKD! BTW, the studio is conveniently located right next to Safeway, across from Fry's Marketplace. So doing some grocery shopping after is always a perk! :)

Let's start off with this place is amazing! ***** My son is four years old and he's extremely shy…read more I thought taekwondo would be great for him to meet new kids and learn valuable lessons. This is his third week and I'm absolutely in love with all the instructors. They are kind, caring, and consistent. Whenever my son goes to shut down and doesn't want to participate they are patient and they work with him to get him involved. When he puts up his walls, it is also really difficult on me. I feel sometimes I don't know what to do or how to help get him involved. I get flustered and frustrated. Today I have a two instructors made me feel extremely comfortable when my son was shutting down. I have also had parents come up and tell me it's okay, their child did it too. I have actually thought multiple times of just walking out because I'm so embarrassed, but because of the support, and kindness they show me, I feel like I can get through it. If I could give them 10 stars I would! I high recommend this place to anyone wanting to introduce their child to Taekwondo. Thank you again to all the instructors! We signed up for the year and look forward to it!

This place is long overdue for a review from me. NB Tae Kwon Do is an amazing place. It is run by…read moretwo brothers and their mother. The vibe here is community. I am not an expert at Tae Kwon Do but I am a master parent. My son was 4 1/2 when he started and had a horrible temper and enjoyed hitting his sister. My son has been coming here close to six months now and he doesn't hit his sister and is a much better student at school. What more could I say? If I read my testimony I would ask, "Where do I sign?" The walls and counters are filled with trophies and childrens report cards, letter from teachers etc. i am not sure how the adult classes are but most of the adult students are incredibly active here in the childrens classes. They also appear to be capable to kicking my butt. Children arrive early to class with smiles on their faces and leave late to play with the other children. The parents have been so welcoming of me and are incredibly friendly to talk to. The classes have set times but the instructors do not end class until they are confident the kids got what they came to learn. I like that. Overall, this is the spot if you are interested in getting your kids in martial arts. In a way, I owe them my sanity. I was unable to control my sons negative attitude. Having him come 2-3 times a week for class has taught him so much more than I could. Kudos to NB! We will be lifetime members.

We have been coming the East Valley Martial Arts since August 2016 with our three year old. The…read moreLittle Dragon class taught by Jenifer- Renshi is awesome. Our little one now four has learned to follow directions, can count to 20 in Japanese, he can recite and understand the Dojo Kun. Renshi has helped and guided him by building up his confidence, rewarding a good job, and be patient in her explanation of new techniques. She teaches her class with a "you can do it attitude". She makes learning fun for the kids while still teaching the basics of karate.

I have been training at E.V.M.A Kenshin Kan now for over a year. The instructors are some of the…read morebest I could ever ask to teach me this traditional Ryu Kyu Okinawan style Karate. I have been and am still learning "real life" self defense. No flashy , spinny, dancing stuff, just the true art of Ryu Kyu Karate. Very family friendly environment. My son has ADHA and has with the help of the instructors and other Karateka has become and is continuing to be more respectful and his self control continues to improve every day.