My child has grown so much since doing taekwondo at Grant!! The program is very well organized and…read morethe instructors are great! They really know each child and what each child's strength is. There is a lot of respect and patience here between the instructor, owners, and students. I love this place! I can't wait to see how much my child grows with her confidence and just her overall self!! The program is unlimited so you literally can go everyday, which we basically do because she loves it so much and wants to progress to her next belt quickly. Thanks for being such an awesome place!!

We moved here in October of last year and are dual military. I was so worried about not knowing…read morewhere to send my child for an after school program or for summer break/camp. Let me put all families minds at ease. This is the absolute best after school and summer camp that my daughter has experienced. We lived in Illinois (Great Lakes) and California (San Diego) and those child centers do not compare. My child has a severe peanut allergy so not only am I constantly worried about her learning or activities, I am worried about her health. I have never had to worry about her peanut allergy with the Grants. They not only teach the kids Taekwondo. The Grant family is amazing with the kids. I watched my daughter want to give up one time when she was doing an activity, Instructor Zach Grant took a knee and said something to her. Not only did she get back up, she continued what she was doing. When she got done I asked her what he said. She told me that he told her to breathe and never give up, to keep going even if you want to quit. That mentality is emulated in the whole staff. Thank you to the Grant Family and the staff that works there. You have put our minds at ease looking over our child. She truly is the most important part of our lives and it means the world to us to know she is taken care of and protected while we are both in the military.

We absolutely love king tiger martial arts! My 6-year-old has been attending for a few months now,…read moreand the growth we've seen has been incredible. Not only are they learning strong karate skills, but their confidence, focus, and discipline have improved so much. One of the biggest differences we've noticed is in school. The lessons they've learned in class about respect, listening carefully, and staying focused have really carried over into the classroom. Their teacher has even commented on how much they're excelling and how much more confident and attentive they've become. It's amazing to see how the skills from karate translate into everyday life. Master C is patient, encouraging, and truly wonderful positive role model to these young kids!!! All the instructors keep the classes fun and engaging while still teaching structure and responsibility. My child looks forward to every class and is always excited to show and tell master c the good work he's done outside of the studio! The studio is clean, safe, welcoming, and has such a positive, supportive atmosphere. It really feels like a community. We couldn't be happier with our experience thus far and highly recommend this studio to any parents looking to give their child a strong foundation both on and off the mat!

I don't take martial arts lessons but our halau practices here on Sundays. It is a nice sized…read morestudio that they keep nice and clean. They have a large main room, a yoga room and a smaller practice room. I love walking in and seeing the inspirational things they have on their wall and front windows.

Kim's Hapkido is an unequivocally unique physical and educational experience for students of all…read moreages and abilities. For the past couple of years, our nephew and his other cousin have been students of Master Kim and Mrs. Candice. We've watched his levels of confidence and respect increase through the program(s). It was this building of character that encouraged us to put our own daughter into the studio. While martial arts is the root idea of the studio, the bigger picture is the development of the student- building them up, while utilizing physical and mental ideologies meant to nurture preexisting positive traits and improve that which is lacking. Herein, students are assessed and tested fairly and given every opportunity to succeed. They are treated like real people- as individuals working towards individual goals, in a team style environment. We've seen our daughter grow a ton in this studio. Her continued interest in the program has been the biggest surprise- she's young and usually easily distracted, but she WANTS to be involved in Hapkido! She's excited to go and wants to better herself. Her focus is improving and the physical outlet speaks for itself in these times! It should be noted that recently, Master Kim announced that he, himself has needed to step down due to health and family concerns. Longtime 2nd in command "Mrs. Candice" has taken over the studio and is already proving that she has the will and ability to continue Master Kim's teachings and the ideology of Hapkido to the the next generation of students. After seeing how important it was to the "new" managment (Candice had basically been running the place the entire time we've known her, so not really NEW) to provide continuity for longtime members, we had no reservations about allowing our daughter to pursue the next level of instruction under Mrs. Candice's tutelage. We are excited for what the future holds for our family at Kim's Hapkido- come out and see what the fuss is about!!!

Would have given a higher rating, if Master Kim was still around…read more Our family enrolled at Kim's Hapkido because of Master Kim's reputation, experience, and leadership as a seventh-degree black belt. We were therefore surprised and concerned to learn that the school would be taken over by an instructor whom we had personally seen only recently advance from red belt to first-degree black belt. The difference in rank and experience between the former and new leadership is significant, and it has reduced our confidence in the level of martial-arts and self-defense instruction being offered. Several more senior instructors with substantially greater experience no longer appear to be teaching at the school. We do not know why they stopped attending, but we wish they would return. We also had concerns about the testing and promotion process. Especially after the most recent graduation this past Saturday. Based on what we personally observed, some students advanced despite not consistently demonstrating proper kicks, techniques, or practical proficiency. It often seemed that receiving the next colored belt was emphasized more than earning rank through demonstrated ability. The school does promote manners, discipline, and responsibility, which we appreciated. However, we would not recommend it to families seeking serious martial-arts or practical self-defense training. Considering the cost, promotion standards, loss of senior instructors, and major reduction in leadership experience, we have decided to look elsewhere.

I couldn't be happier with Master Hills Martial Arts…read more Master Hill and Tiger Moe are two amazing people. They really know how to work with their students so they get the most out their classes. They are very patient with children and also provide a fun environment for them to learn and socialize with other children. My son attends the red dragons classes (Mon, Wed, and Sat) and they are very reasonably spaced out throughout the week so that he fully grasp what he is learning in his classes. So far he has taken four classes and I noticed he has really been focused on doing better in karate and he is interested in continuing. He really enjoys the interaction between the instructors and being able to have fun learning karate. Also offered is cardio kickboxing, which is done while my son attends his class so we both are getting our workout on! And they have workout machines if you would like to workout while your child is in his or her class. There are also classes for older children and adults. I am thinking about a self defense class for myself. Overall excellent place, with excellent instructors. You will not be disappointed!

Definitely take advantage of the one-week trial if you have a little one it helps you to see what…read moretype of program they run! The owners are very friendly and informative. They take pride in teaching "intellectual" martial arts with children. I was too busy watching The classes to take a lot of pictures but I will upload later. The studio is very clean and tidy. They have water and snacks and juices For guests and folks in between classes. Classes are offered from four years old all the way to senior. I was also pleased to see that they offer a pay by session kickboxing class for women. It's a great way to get in shape and get some discipline and focus at the same time. Give them a call and get kickin in 2020!

I had the opportunity to meet Master Son and learn more about his program. He is extremely…read moreprofessional, experienced, and truly passionate about helping students grow both in Taekwondo and in life. His background and dedication to teaching really impressed me, and I believe this will be an amazing place for both kids and adults. We're very excited for the grand opening!

this is a great school. I travel for work and have trained in many different schools. I was in…read moreNorfolk for several months and they have solid instruction and a great environment. the kids program looked well ran and attended. as a visiting blackbelt I was treated very well. VBJJ is a well established school with a bench of solid upper belts to learn from and train with. The owners credentials are rock solid, and he is very friendly. There are a lot of military and LEO that train here. If you are seeking a safe place to learn top flight jiu Jitsu with a welcoming environment, this is it.

I took my daughter to attend a Jiu Jitsu class here to improve her self confidence and to learn…read moreself defense. After class she was very shaken up saying she didn't like the professor. She was very harsh and denigrated our family beliefs. I can't recommend this venue.

NB: This rating is for the instructors and quality of instruction…read more Gustavo Machado Norfolk is an amazing dojo with great instructors. Professor Mark Sausser and his daughter Taylor offer quality instruction, multiple class options, and affordable pricing. Classes are structured with weekly progression, and live sparring at the end. The other students are respectful and helpful. The gym is a family, both at class, competitions, and outside. While small, the facility is clean and there is adequate training space. There are two restrooms, but no showers. Parking in the back is limited.

This place is awesome! Took my first class here, and I can't stop raving about this place! The…read moreteachers are so helpful and friendly. Definitely will come back! Highly recommended!

As a 47 almost 48-year-old with no martial arts experience I was a bit apprehensive about starting…read moremy journey. After a bit of research, it was suggested to train in Muay Thai at my age, after further research, and visiting and speaking with head instructor Wahsei I made the decision to train at Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts. I have been only training, for a little over a month and I am really glad I started Muay Thai and chose to train here. Head instructor Wahsei is extremely patient no matter what your skill level is. He is extremely knowledgeable in a multitude of martial arts and spends a lot of his own resources to attend further trainings and seminars in order to improve upon his own training and teachings. A great example of this, is when I had some issues getting my foot work correct during a drill. Instead of trying to keep the drill up and causing frustration for myself, he switched to two different drills that covered the same exact principle but was easier for more to conceptualize. The students in the classes are very patient as well and are very welcoming. You can easily tell they are well trained, disciplined, and follow the golden rule. If they see you struggle with a concept or drill, they will stop and help you within the moment to get you back up to speed. They understand they were beginners once as well and are always willing to help you. Not a lot of people have that mentality. The facility is well equipped, extremely clean, and always being updated. I have really enjoyed my time here so far. I am starting to feel better about myself and have been getting into a routine for a healthier lifestyle. If you are thinking about a martial art, whatever skill level you are, do not wait (I wish had not) and stop by or contact Head Instructor Wahsei.

My husband and 9yr old son both attend this school...my husband received his black belt from here…read moreand has been at this school for over 10 years and son for almost 5 years I think. Both have learned so much. The head instructor Wahsei is absolutely amazing...he is knowledgeable, patient and thorough. Discipline and confidence are some of the key things he tries to build into his teaching which I appreciate. I would recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn mixed martial arts!