Instructor is incredibly knowledgeable and a talented teacher. Such a pleasure to train with!read more

My daughter and I have taken eight Krav Maga classes with Gene. We…read more must really like it - for we both keep coming back!

Amazing teacher, kind, patient, and a master of wing Tsun. Sifu Sonnenberg takes time to explain…read morethe why behind the how of the move and always has a different way to explain or demonstrate a technique if it stick the first time. I'm over 10 classes in now and can say its 100% worth your time!

I thought I was too old to start training martial arts…read more So many schools are focused on athletes and children. I am not a young man, I work a desk job, and I was never an athlete. Also, I have back problems. I figured the closest I would ever get would be watching my kids train and watching kung fu movies. I have been training here for nearly five years (since the old location). I've progressed further than I ever thought I could. The instructors are great, and the other students are patient. There is no focus on competitions, there are no children's classes (adults and teens only), you don't have to be strong or athletic. That's not to say it isn't challenging--I've had plenty of sore muscles. And I've had fun doing it. It's a great way to leave the stress of the workday behind. It's good, practical self-defense, and an environment where you can better yourself.

Rennaissance Wing Chun - Testimonial…read more Written after 30 months of training. If you are looking for a place to learn how to fight, this is it. Your body will get in shape as a by product of training and diet. The instructor is a Master of his time with a broad knowledge of fighting philosophy who will help you understand the elements of fighting and how they are applied in combat situations. This is chiefly a wing chun school but you will also have access to other martial arts such as Sanda, Catch wrestling and Savatte. The purpose is to expose the student to fighting at different ranges to limit the vulnerability of circumstance. There will be bruises, especially on the fore-arms. Part of the "no-pain, no gain" mentality. After a while they feel like badges of accomplishment. Eventually your body will harden and they will become less frequent. Im starting to miss them already. I have met new friends although it feels more like a family. I have lost body fat and gained muscle in areas I have not been utilizing transforming into a more tone and proportionate body. I have learned techniques in self-defense all while maintaining interest and having fun. My pains from past surgeries are a rare occurrence and feel in my physical prime. Most people try the $25 week to check it out, the newbies who are serious in enhancing their combat knowledge tend to be the ones who stick around. I find the potential benefit far out-weighs the costs. I find myself very fortunate to have encountered this opportunity in my life and fore-see years enveloped in this system before losing interest, as there is so much to learn. I have finished the wing chun curriculum and still find myself learning new things while improving my fighting ability. Thanks to Grandmaster Ip-Man for adding to the establishment of this art and teaching it to others where it eventually found its way into our lives. May he be at peace and may we represent him in a good manner.

Great place to train . Great coaches dedicated staff . Clean mats . All one could ask forread more

Team Beauregard Jiu Jitsu is the best kept secret in the martial arts world. Ryan Beauregard and…read morestaff take a genuine interest your goals and help you achieve them. Whether your goal is weight lose or becoming the next IBJJF World Champion, Team Beauregard can make those goals become reality. Many instructors claim to have the knowledge but very few have the proof. Ryan has achieved success in becoming a IBJJF World Champion. His facility in Mesa has produced many local, state and national champions. These achievements show his extreme dedication to the sport of jiu jitsu and the knowledge to take your game to the next level. The schedule at Beauregards is flexible and accommodating for any person with the desire to train. With classes scheduled on Mon, Weds, Fri, & Sat, Team Beaurgard makes it real hard to come up with an excuse to skip jiu jitsu. Still can't make it, Ryan and his instructors offer private lessons. So.. Why do I think Ryan is the best instructor in Phoenix? I have trained jiu jitsu for years before coming to Ryan. I had some difficulties in jiu jitsu given my unique body type. I decided this wasn't for me and tried other activities to attempt to stay in shape. I belong to a gym and even tried cross-fit. 14 months later I came to him 25# overweight and couldn't last 3 minutes on the mat due to my lack of cardio. 6 months later, I am the IBBJF Blue belt National Champion and down almost 30#. Being a prior service Marine, I can say that training jiu jitsu allows me to stay in the best shape of my life. For anyone even remotely interested in jiu jitsu, grappling, or just fitness (staying in shape) training jiu jitsu is the best workout you will EVER get. If you want the best instructor in Phoenix, contact Ryan Beauregard.

Great instruction by Ryan Beauregard. Clean workout facility and friendly people. They have a New…read moreStudent membership for $60 per month and classes are Mon, Weds and Fri 6pm-7pm. It's definitely worth the money if you want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I usually go to classes on Mondays and Fridays, and it's the best workout I've had in years.

You won't meet a better human being than sensei Jay. Knowledgeable, sincere, humble, not to mention…read moreskilled. His style is tempered by having done jiu jitsu for so long that he has had to morph his approach due to him getting older. So, the 'ol work smarter not harder. His dojo is too notch.

From the owner: Mesa’s new Jiu Jitsu gyms. Grand opening special. 10% off…read morefirst month’s dues. 10% off membership dues for active military, veterans and first responders.

I've been coming here for 8 years with my four kids. There's tons of mat space. The head instructor…read moreAdrian Rivera is an amazing teacher and a great person. Everyone is very friendly. It's very economical. I recommend this place to anyone especially those who want practice as a family. If you want to relieve stress, get in shape, and gain confidence this is the place to be at.

Fantastic family friendly dojo. Class times are for all levels and ages; no kid or adult only…read moreclasses. Rather, the class is usually split up into smaller groups to accommodate levels and ages of the class. There is a ton of mat space and the place is clean and professional. The instructors are easy going but very technical and willing to work with anyone.

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.

My children were raised by these great men. Sensei's Rich,…read moreDave, and Yahya. I can't say enough about Southwest Judo and the passion and dedication these men show. I traveled around the country and watched my children not only win National Championships but become disciplined respectful adults doing so.We started Judo when Jack was 9 and Samantha was 7. There now 21 and 23 and Judo is still the source of there extreme confidence and success. Thank you Sensei's Of all the things you can teach your children.I would put Judo at the top of the list.Southwest Judo is amazing and these great men will dance at my daughter's wedding. That's a fact. Jack's too but he's in no rush :)

I don't train here anymore, just because of my current tight budget, but would love to come back…read moreone day & still highly recommend to anyone looking to get in shape, improve their grappling skills, improve their self-defense skills, or all of the above.

I am quite obese and was worried about how I'd be received by the teachers and students but…read moreeveryone was wonderful, accepting, and patient. You can tell IT ISN'T a buy your way McDojo type place and I appreciate that they are there to genuinely teach their students. Everyone was happy to be there and happy to help, even if they were not teachers and just more senior students. I look forward to going back and recommend everyone sign up for the free 1 week trial. Just drop in and say hello! They are more than willing to give you information and get you set up.

John burns started FLUID after leaving another studio, we followed him to his new business and…read morecould not be more appreciative of his training for our son, who started when he was 13 and now is 19. If your serious about training and want good hearted professionals, go to Fluid! You will not regret it!

We appreciate the tactful and efficient coaching styles. Their focus on precise technique and…read morethoughtful guidance makes learning both challenging and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve their skills in a supportive environment.

My experience of mistreatment and injury For context, I have…read moremy blue belt in BJJ, so the martial art is not new to me. I am more than a beginner but certainly not an expert. I am also aware that injuries happen, it's a martial art after all. However, I am also aware that experienced black belt instructors are not supposed to be reckless and hurt students. I am writing this review to warn others about the conduct I experienced at this gym. Conduct that appeared to me to be condoned and enabled by others. During my very first time rolling with Coach Ramsey Green, my clavicle was snapped into 3 pieces and I had to have surgery the next week to install a metal plate and 10 screws. This injury occurred less than a minute into the rolling session, which is normally about 5 minutes. When at his first two attempts he could not take me down, I sensed he lost his temper and became frustrated. He then aggressively took me down on my side and SLAMMED his body weight onto my opposite shoulder, causing serious injury. This is a ridiculous display of immaturity and ego that this gym claims to be against. Never in my 3+ years training in BJJ have I dealt with a coach so blatantly immature and aggressive. After getting home from the ER, I called the women's black belt coach, who happened to be there at the time of incident, to update her. During this call, she admitted that she had concerns about Ramsey herself, but was afraid to take them to anyone. She would jokingly say things like everyone has a "Ramsey arm" from being arm-barred too aggressively. And that Ramsey would have "revenge rolls" with others in class if he felt he didn't beat them on a previous roll. All this told me that his behavior was being enabled at least by her, and very likely the owner and other instructors as well. When I told the owner, Paul Nava, what happened, he made no efforts to assure me something like this would not happen at his gym again. There was no offer of support in any way and no offer of action to prevent this from happening again. His response was that Ramsey was given a "talking to." Whatever that meant, it certainly did not mean he was suspended from teaching in any way. To my second point: this gym boasts that they are all about supporting women in BJJ, however, when I brought the concerns to the women in a WhatsApp chat, I was immediately blocked from it. It became very clear to me that they were going to protect him and his reputation, not validate any of my concerns. I absolutely love BJJ with a passion, and I will not allow one reckless instructor to prevent me from continuing to train, but I will never train here again and I do not recommend it to anyone else. Sadly, I really enjoyed training here initially and thought I had made friends, but their response to my injury was a complete betrayal of my trust and extremely hurtful. If you are looking to train in BJJ, find a good gym that makes safety a priority, and does not just look the other way when a student is seriously injured. The very least a gym can do is to ensure that every student, no matter what rank, is practicing in a safe environment.