I'm a US Marine and completed the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program Green Belt Instructor course in…read morethe summer of 2002. Soon after the 3-week course I was deployed to Iraq from 2003-2004. Therefore, I never had the opportunity to really exploit what I learned as our priorities were directed at our mission. Therefore, I had a taste of the martial arts, but no long-term formal training, other than the 3 weeks of the course, just enough to know that I don't know much at all. I thought it was important to begin my review with my background so readers understand that I know enough to know what is legitimate, yet I do not at all have long term formalized training. I am a disabled combat veteran, I sustained severe airborne injuries which required surgery and other secondary injuries. These injuries I believed would prevent me from ever attempting to pursue training in the martial arts as I am in perpetual pain. Moreover, I simply felt inadequate and incapable of doing it. After the war, I also attained "invisible" injuries in the form of Post-Traumatic Stress from the experiences of war. All of these factors made me believe that the martial arts would be something I could never do until I met Professor Brian Ruscio. I did much research before reaching out to Grappling Mastery, and compared the lineage and training of Professor Ruscio with other schools. I found many schools, much closer to my home, but the Professor was by far the most experienced, not only in training but in actual competitions, as well as having an exemplary lineage. Moreover, I found his training to be extremely robust and beyond just Brazilian Jujitsu, as his training went far beyond by being inclusive of many forms of grappling. He is a NAGA Pan-American Championship in the Expert Light Heavyweight Division and created a Hybrid Grappling Style by combining the best moves from Greco-Roman, Freestyle Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Sambo, and Catch-as-Catch-Can. All of this made it clear that he would be the school I would attend. I felt the 2 hour drive each day would be well worth it to learn from the best. As a Marine paratrooper, I would not be satisfied with anything less. Now all I had left to do was to experience first-hand how he would be as an instructor to a veteran with severe disabilities. Professor Ruscio's training and method of teaching is exemplary. Although I do not know much of the martial arts, I am an expert instructor in multiple disciplines, I was a Marine Corps Primary Marksmanship Instructor, Para-Marine Jumpmaster, Firepower Control Team Chief, Marine Air Ground Task Force Fire Support Coordinator, and more, and as a civilian, the Theater-Wide Training Director in Iraq for Biometrics, worked for the U.S. Army Intelligence Center's Training and Doctrine Command, worked for CENTCOM and SOCOM, hold a Master's degree, and am a current NRA Firearm's instructor, a former Florida "K" licensed firearms instructor, Director of Investigations (Florida licensed Private Investigator with C, G, A licenses) and more. I know a great instructor when I meet one. The professor is patient, empathetic to injuries, yet pushes you to your personal limitations. He maintains a calm demeanor, yet a genuine enthusiasm for your development. His training is personalized and not cookie cutter. When you think he is not watching, he will approach you and catch nuances you are executing incorrectly which you do not realize. Small adjustments enable immediate results when you have an instructor who cares about your improvement. I believe he purposely observes from an angle in which you do not see him, so you are not distracted or conscientious of his watchful eye. But make no mistake, his attention to detail will exploit your weaknesses, for on the spot correction, and immediate improvement. His instruction is exceptional. With all things, you must put in the work. Do not rely on attending a few hours a week and expecting magical improvement. You should be going over what you learned either by executing the movements at home, watching his free videos on YouTube, and attending weekly "roll & review " Lastly, I want to address the culture created by the professor. As a veteran, we crave challenge, camaraderie, and purpose. And sometimes feel we have lost that when we transition to civilian. At Grappling Mastery I have found that culture again. Everyone I have met has been sincerely encouraging, supportive, and have gone out of their way to help me improve. The only competition I feel is against myself. To be a better version of myself the next training day. There is no pressure or fear of failure. Everyone has a genuine empathy with each other, a genuine camaraderie. I cannot begin to express how significant his training has been to help with my Post Traumatic Stress. I feel privileged and blessed to have found Professor Ruscio who has in a short time had a huge positive impact on my life.

Great place. They work really well with my kids. The youngest being six. Staff is amazing. Don't…read moremiss out training here.

If you're tired of going to the gym and getting no results look no further then Legends Boxing…read more This place will have you on point physically & mentally. They have various trainers that teach you technique not just in boxing, but in all forms of exercise. Sparring is Tuesdays and Thursdays, but that is optional. The place is very well kept and bad hygiene is discouraged, which is a win for me. No matter what level you are in you feel welcomed. Sign up now you won't regret it.

I did a complimentary into class with my instructor Brian and I actually learned a lot and got the…read morehang of it quickly due to Brian's manner of teaching. The boxing class was a great stress reliever and I felt powerful. The ab work and lap around the building was definitely unexpected but I enjoyed it. He told me everything is at your own pace and beginner friendly and I definitely felt that way. I was nervous when I first came and felt awkward doing the movies but by the end of the class I really got the hang of it. I definitely want to come again with friends and family. I came here wanting to find another active thing to do on my days off from the gym and this was a really fun and unique experience. Luckily there was also other girls in the class so I felt more comfortable too.

The Winter Garden location of American Top Team is superb. I was initially nervous about training…read morefor Muay Thai and BJJ but ATT has a very welcoming atmosphere for students of all levels of experience. Coach Marcel is a very patient, kind and trustworthy instructor, his resume speaks for itself. Coach and the other students have become like family to us. We highly recommend the organization and Marcel. We love you ATT!

Had a trial class last night and immediately signed up for a membership. This is such a welcoming…read moreenvironment. The coaches and team were welcoming and really supportive. Great workout and great experience!

I have conflicting feelings about this place. I realized that it's brand new (opened Feb 2024), so…read morethere's still room for improvement. Plus: 1. The kids seem to enjoy the lessons and learn well. 2. They actually practice the techniques one-on-one, even the white belts look capable of defending themselves. Minus: 1. The owner's wife brings her baby to the gym and lets them roam around. This creates distractions and hazards for the baby, the instructors, and the students. When the baby was in the way of practice, the lady warned the instructor to watch out for the baby, instead of picking her up. They could create an office or a safe area for the baby to stay out of harm's way and avoid being stepped on or kicked accidentally. 2. The instructor/professor seems to let students interrupt them unnecessarily during lessons or instructions. It makes the class chaotic, because some kids trying to get the instructor's attention by clamoring them. They need to instill respectful behavior towards the professor and the class during class time. 3. The price is higher than our kid's current BJJ gym. Additionally, we're obligated to buy their uniforms, which are quite pricey. They also charge $100 for promotions. At our current BJJ gym, we're not required to buy their uniforms and only pay a monthly fee.

Very dedicated and protectional teachers, my kids love to attend BJJ doing they favorite activities…read moreafter school and during vacation time, teacher demands a great, let them learn discipline and behavior to be young " fighter" Totally recommend Bruno Dias for your kids and your family . There is fun time Saturdays classes for whole family where we as parents can participate with our little lines .

The gym its self is super clean and accessible. If you're looking for high intensity, instructional…read moreled workouts that you can pop in on anytime this is the place for you. The setup is super easy to follow. The light system tells exactly where to be, and for how long. On hours where its not super busy you can do your own thing, especially in the back area that is set for standard workouts, you can get a trainer if you wish. I especially like that they offer an modified version for beginners or those with disabilities however check with your doctor beforehand if you have issues as there arent many trainers on the floor. If you're able bodied, looking for a quick efficient workout, definitely check them out.

Don't do it, it's a scam! One minute you think Don Suarez is a great guy doing a nice deed, the…read morenext thing you know you find out he's not and you've been taken advantage of. Don signed me up for HittFit's 6 week challenge even to I had some things going on & wasn't sure if I would be able to take full advantage of the opportunity. Don said, not a problem just let me know before the end of the challenge and I can quit no problem so I reached out to him before Halloween which was not even 4 weeks into it & I thought everything was fine but now I'm getting collection calls from HittFit finance department. Not cool! If you haven't joined HittFit Gym, DON'T! It's a scam! They sign you up for the "free" challenge but you can never quit.

I joined the gym to kill time, so I could put my son into boxing classes. Everyone here is very…read moreprofessional and courteous. My son loves coming to the classes and I am in the best shape in years. The owners and instructors are very pleasant, and they also teach the kids respect.

This place is a truly amazing. We recently moved to the area from Miami and we're seeking an after…read moreschool program that offered transportation but wanted something more than just a daycare since our children had previously been in one. Rene's Dynamic Sports Center was a hidden gem and a family we never knew we needed until they welcomed our four children with open arms and open hearts. Not only do they assist with homework assignments like most after school programs but they also teach the kids karate. With karate lessons comes an opportunity for learning and growing, discipline and respect. Not only do my children love it but I love seeing them grow and practice to achieve their goals. If you have a child with a disability, DO NOT FEAR. This is a safe place. Our youngest daughter has a seizure condition and the staff has gone above and beyond to work with her intellectual and behavioral disabilities to make sure she is happy and comfortable. You will not regret your decision to enroll your children here.

This company is posting snipe signs around our community. Snipe signs are those little push in the…read moreground, plastic signs that are part of urban blight. As I understand it, snipe signs are **illegal** in Seminole County, and are illegal in Winter Springs. The city and the county spend money each year removing illegal snipe signs. They don't even post the name of their business on the Snipe Signs, which makes me wonder, might they already know Snipe Signs are illegal? Who knows. Bottom line is these signs are illegal, and make our community look trashy. To the business owners, if I'm incorrect please let me know. I'm not perfect, but I see no evidence the sign is not yours.

Martial Arts World of Tuskawilla is a Martial Arts place located in Winter Springs off Tuskawilla…read moreRd. I come see my nephew here and had never heard of this place before. Fun place for the kids or even adults to come do Karate and for everyone to stay in shape and be discipline in the world of Martial Arts. The place is small and sometimes when you go to watch it can be packed so get there early , not enough sitting is a big factor but also the parking lot is small.Not to many parking spots available so sometimes you have to park in Taco Bell next door or McDonald's. The classes are quit pricey from what I have heard ($200+) a month and I think that is a bit to much for Karate lessons but my nephew goes three times a week. Also the place smell a bit from people sweating they need some air freshener in there big time even though I know it is going to be like that but at least they could keep the place a bit better for those that go in to watch there family or friends and maybe get a bigger location I notice they have a lot of classes but the place is small and can feel to congested at times. The owner is pretty cool and is a black belt in Karate. I recommend the place if you want to take Karate lessons but I really think they need to move out to a bigger place. Three stars for all the reasons listed above.

Great first time experience visiting this gym! Located in Mount Dora (recently moved into this…read morelarger space as well), 144 MMA does Brazilian BJJ, striking, muay thai, and self defense classes for kids/adults. Pricing: 1) current Law enforcement/FIRE/EMS - $100 monthly 2) 3 months - $150 monthly 3) 4 person family - $420 monthly 4) project warrior - $225 monthly 5) monthly - $225 monthly 6) week pass - $75 7) 2 person family - $270 monthly 8) 3 person family - $360 monthly Logistics: One day pass is $35 which is market price to pricing to NYC too. The gym is owned by a couple (retired SWAT operator and K9 Handler Corey Wingo and Gym manager & Co-owner Vanessa Wingo). They sell gear at the front (named DUNAMIS) in additional to the 144 clothing. Space & location: The gym is smaller than other gyms ive been too, but it is a great sized room for a 20 adult group. There are ample lighting and sanitary guards in place (ie: before entering the mat, you dip your feet in a solution to sanitize). The gym is located in a strip mall next to a thrift store and dollar tree! There is lots of parking. Atmosphere: Although it was my first time here, it definitely felt family oriented! Everyone knew each other or at least was on friendly conversational terms. The owner Corey even shook my hand and introduced himself. I can see that there is a lot of effort from the owners to help the participants grow their skills and develop their self-defense. I definitely recommend this place if you are looking BJJ/striking around this area.

If you are looking for a gym that the whole family can enjoy, this is your place! My 3 daughters…read moreand my husband are members and they absolutely love it. The atmosphere is very family focused, and Corey and Vanessa (the owners) are awesome people. They do a fantastic job teaching discipline, respect, and technique. My girls are so much more confident with the skills they have learned here. It's basically another family here at the gym. Come see for yourself!