I had a great time coming to celebrate Evoke Kickboxing school's 20th anniversary last night:) I…read morefirst met the owner 8 years ago and learned all about the amazing benefits of kickboxing:) Over these years, kickboxing has boosted my confidence and improved my health so much, Congratulations on your 20 fantastic years-- wishing you many more to come

This place is awesome! My two children are enrolled, one in the Lil Dragon's program and now one…read morehas graduated to the Kidz program. Not only are they learning about martial arts, but also anti-bullying skills and how to manage bullying situations with their words. The children are taught in a fun and respectful way and the children respond with respect in return. They are really learning to work for their own personal reward and advancement, which is an important life skill. So like a previous reviewer - I decided I had better start being an example myself, so joined the evening kick boxing classes. I didn't think I would survive, but there is such camaraderie, acceptance, encouragement and fun - along with the incredibly challenging workout, that I was hooked. I'm in the best shape I have been in years now and the classes are never easy, never predictable, and never boring! If you are looking for an open encouraging place to learn martial arts, or for fitness exercise, this is the place for you!

Mu Mon Kai Iaido dojo is the best place to learn Iaido in Toronto. It has the most high ranking…read moreinstructors in the whole of Canada. Ohmi Sensei (7th Dan Renshi Iaido, 6th Dan Kendo) is the head of the dojo. He is very well known in Iaido and Kendo circles in Canada, and often travels to other schools in Canada and the USA to teach. Carole Sensei runs the dojo. She is 6th Dan, and has had the privilege to train under Haruna Sensei, Kim Taylor and Ohmi Sensei. The school is affiliated to the Canadian Kendo Federation (CKF) and the All Japan Kendo Federation (AJKF.) Training follows guidelines from Japan, updated yearly by visits from top ranking Iaido officials from Japan. The style taught is Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu and Zen Ken Ren Iaido. Classes are held in the fantastic dojos provides by the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre with the help of the Japanese Consulate. Highly recommended if you are interested in authentic, traditional Iaido.

Great place for no gi Jiu Jitsu. Chill atmosphere. Students and instructors very friendly…read more Emphasis on live rolling. Good mix of beginners and advanced students. Safety emphasized. Also have Muay Thai program where emphasis is a mix of getting in shape and learning techniques.

As far as BJJ goes, you will only get your moneys worth if you are already very advanced, as the…read morebeginner class lessons are delegated to being taught by a blue belt while the head coach lays on the couch not engaged in any way. If you are looking for a BJJ gym look elsewhere, ESPECIALLY if you are a beginner - this one is a money grab.

My daughter heard about a free class being offered here for Women's Day and we went down to check…read moreit out. It was awesome! This organization has been offering medieval sword instruction for 27 years. They have been at this location for about 6 months. Once you find the building tucked away on windy Symes Rd, you'll need to head upstairs to their studio, which holds about 16 people per class. It's super cool, with lots of windows, and equipment and decor. The coats of arms are created by students who have passed first rank. The average time to achieve this level is about 18 months to 2 years. When you've achieved that, you can design your personal coat of arms which you then paint on a wooden shield to be displayed. One of the instructors is well versed in heraldry and checks the designs to make sure no rules are broken before the design is painted onto your shield. For example, red and blue can't be touching each other directly. Who knew? There are also medieval banners and paintings with medieval Italian script. The atmosphere is super conducive to the lessons. The 2 hour intake class started with the wooden daggers, and then progressed to full sized light metal swords. All the many swords are true to life imitations of the real predecessors. If you're left handed, you will still have to learn right handed combat. Given that people were forced to use the right hand in medieval times, it didn't seem right to argue. (Besides, they're the ones who know how to use those swords.) Because this was an introductory class with no wrestling or intense contact, the helmets, greaves, and gloves weren't used. There is a private washroom in the unit, and a kitchenette stocked with various beverages. The mood is also set with medieval music. You can try an introductory intake class for $20. If you decide you want to sign up, the intake class counts towards your experience. It's $120 for a month of as many classes as you want. Thank you Carol and Leanders for a great experience. Not to be dramatic but the positive energy made my day. It was wonderful to see people sharing what they love to do. It's a unique and uplifting activity. Highly recommend a try.

My two boys have been attending Master Kangs since they were 5 years old - they are second degree…read moreblack belts now. The instructors are considerate, passionate, helpful here. Life can really busy with two active kids and I really appreciate the flexibility in the scheduling at this school. It truly makes my life easier trying to fit in all the kids extracurricular activities.

You know Jackie Chan in Karate Kid - how he is the tough but kind instructor who was amazing at his…read morecraft but also cared about his student? That's what I was first reminded of when I first signed up my son here. Master Kang and his instructors motivated the kids and cared about making them better. Shortly thereafter, my older son (who initially swore he had no interest in martial arts because they make you do push ups and doing the same thing over and over again was hard and annoying) asked to join his brother for classes. Being heavier set and having quit multiple other martial arts training before, we didn't expect him to last more than a month but we proceeded. In a couple of months, not only was he still taking classes with his brother but he is even more engaged to do so. His kick height has doubled where it was before, his confidence has increased, he's more respectful and he's pushing himself harder and I credit the instructors and Masters for this. Seeing both my kids' improvements, my husband and I decided to sign up and learn with our children and unlike what we initially feared, we feel quite at home and Master Kang gave us the opportunity to take part in something important to our kids which became important to us too. We now all challenge and encourage each other to do better and I can't say any other martial arts gym have ever had our entire family as engaged as Master Kang's! Try it for yourself!!

Had a relative train here.. which I brought them to class numerous times .. this place is amazing…read morefor kids!! He has a great kids program. I felt his lack of discipline for his own club was unprofessional: I have studying this style for many of years (in my young age) and would never disrespect the class, sensei or other students.. Parents would show up late for class and have their kids get undress right in front in the foyer - yes the club is small .. but there is a start time to class. It almost felt like a daycare drop off for the parents in the area.. and sensei wouldn't say anything to the parents.. (back in my day our sensei 1. Would have made us do 25 laps around the dojo & 2. Would tell parents "class start at this time don't interrupt the class again or don't come to class" - abit harsh but I was late once had to do laps in front of everyone and was never late again..) I mean for every kid that is late and interrupting the class 4-5 times how is that fair on those kids who arrive on time and ready to start. Also for the adult class I felt his club is great for older adults who need easy going classes. As for price point it seems very reasonable for what he is offering..

Sensei Bell is a terrific and dedicated teacher, as well as a true martial arts enthusiast. He has…read morenever stopped his own pursuit of learning, and it is reflected in the excellence of his teaching. His knowledge of human mechanics is excellent, so he is able to ensure his students work safely and properly. Additionally, he is a truly decent human, and a lot of fun to be around. Highly recommend Bell's Martial Arts for newbies and more advanced practitioners alike.

Legends MMA is a perfect training facility if you want a great work out and even better if you want…read moreto become a fighter. Judge free zone and and instructor's always go the extra mile to help. highly recommend.

This place is not just a Dojo it's a family! They will push you to your limit and past. They will…read morebe there when you reach the top and pick you up if you stumble or fall. Best instructors in the city. There is no better place to train!!!

High Park Martial Arts is a child-friendly dojo located in the High Park Junction area. While much…read moreof the facility feels somewhat dated, the dojo itself (not photographed for privacy reasons) is a well-suited and functional space for classes. The main floor includes the reception area and the dojo, while the basement houses a small equipment area. The school offers a variety of classes, including karate, kobudo (weapons training), self-defence, and tai chi. Programs are available for children starting at age four, and classes are available for adults as well.

Really not sure why yelp only approves negative comments. Try reading the unconfirmed reviews that…read moreare all amazing. I've been training here for 7 years and find Sensei's approach respectful, professional and works very well. Students are pushed to work hard and everyone progresses at their own pace. The atmosphere is welcoming but there's no place here for fooling around. You come to train. This style of karate is Gojo Ryu and focuses on kata. Sparring is a part of it but not the prime focus. We all have to work tomorrow so no one here is out to hurt you while sparring (like other dojos) in the city. Karate is not about fighting. Kids are expected to participate and show respect to Sensei and the other senior belts - just like they should. It's hard for some kids because they're not expected to show respect at home or at school. Sensei is often heard asking parents to not tell their kids to have fun, but rather to work hard. That very succinctly sums it up. HPMA has been here for 26 years (I'm not aware of any dojo in the city that has been in one location for that long) and going strong so I think bad reviewers here on yelp aren't seeing the whole picture. If you're interested come and try a class for yourself.