If you are looking for a great introduction to self defense jujitsu, this is the best place in…read moreDurham. The instructors are top notch and they have really created a culture of learning in community. Additionally, the kids classes are amazing and I've seen my daughters grow in confidence and self-respect because of their time working with Mr. Sunny.

Totally non-intimidating environment for kids and parents. Mr. Sonny has created a clean and…read morewelcoming place with plenty of space to train or spectate. I have had very few experiences that I thought warranted a positive review but I couldn't wait to give Gracie some feedback. My kid has loved every minute in this gym.

Sifu Mike is just a top level person, easy to talk to, easy to listen to, ultra helpful and an…read moreoverall fantastic person. Highly recommend Tactical

Sifu Mike is top notch. It's a good mix of boys and girls from age 5 all the way up to 49+ years…read moreold. It's not just martial arts, it's really a one hour mix of strength and conditioning, calisthenics, mindfulness, and active games. My kids love it and I'm getting a good work out too. The best part is Sifu Mike is really good at adapting the class so everyone benefits. That makes it work equally well for beginners and for the more proficient. A warm, welcoming atmosphere, no contracts (you can go month by month) or have a trial class with no risk. I didn't think martial arts were for me but I'm really enjoying this place and so are my kids.

If you're looking to get in shape while spending time learning new skills in a great atmosphere…read morewith an awesome small group of people, do not hesitate to join classes at the Durham School of Martial Arts! Sifu Keith is incredibly upbeat and energetic and takes time to get to know each student personally and recommend an exercise plan both inside and outside of his gym. I have been attending his cardio kickboxing class 3x a week for 6 months and have lost weight, gained muscle, and gained confidence. The class is welcoming to both beginners and more advanced individuals. Highly recommend!

From the owner: We offer more than just karate classes or martial arts classes. We prepare participants with…read moreconcepts and knowledge gained from the application of practical and effective training methods in a safe, friendly, professional, and pleasant learning environment. We promote self-improvement by developing focus, awareness, resourcefulness, confidence, and fitness amongst our students. Kenneth Keith, a martial arts instructor, is both the founder and head instructor of Durham School of Martial Arts. He has been training for over 30 years under the tutelage of Master Sifu Erwin Villezon. Master Sifu Kenneth Keith also teaches Mixed Martial Arts at Duke University. Certifications: Personal instruction in Jeet Kune Do, Grappling, and JKD Boxing under Guru DFan Inosanto (Bruce Lee's number one disciple), Los Angeles, California (1998) Certification in Muay Thai Boxing, under the personal instruction of Master Surarhai "Chi" Sirisuta, Los Angeles, California (1996-1997) Certification in Jeet Kune

Triangle Jiu-Jitsu is a fantastic place to train, no matter what your experience level is. I…read morestarted training with Seth Shamp in Feb. 2011. Though I wrestled in high school and dabbled in karate, neither of those prepared me for how much I'd enjoy practicing jiu-jitsu. Seth has a genuine passion for the art and a gift for teaching, which makes him extremely effective as an instructor. Besides being detail-oriented with instruction, Seth is also good at tailoring his teaching to your skill and experience level. This helps new students like me see how fascinating the big picture of jiu-jitsu is, while at the same time refining advanced techniques among the more experienced students. Jiu-jitsu is very addictive because it presents both interesting mental and strenuous physical challenges. That makes it a terrific workout as well as a fun art to practice. Seth has created a school that makes training a pleasure. No matter if you've never grappled before or if you've developed skills over some years in the art of jiu-jitsu, you can learn a lot from Seth -- and have a great time doing it.

Great people, great instruction, great gym! If your thinking of training jiujitsu in Durham this is…read morethe place.

Glenn Murphy over charges for products and services you can get from the main Systema HQ. Glenn…read morealso discriminates, lies, and invaded the privacy of students. I was injured in Glenn's class by a mistake of another student, Glenn had plenty of private and in class sessions with me, where I trained with him directly and with another instructor. During my experience with Glenn after injury, he searched my property and belongings while I was training, he insulted me, and he overcharged me for products. Not only did Glenn break the law, he also changed his narrative when I inquired about insurance for the injury I endured. Glenn initially encouraged my training and complimented me, he met my family and grandfather who saw us training together, as soon as I inquired about other insurance information/injury liability issues, Glenn decided to call me mental. My parents found out about this and encouraged me to sue him. Glenn also agreed to forward information to the founders of Systema that I had preorganized as a courtesy to them. He lied and kept it for himself. Glenn also searched through my phone while asking me to face the wall and do an exercise, I turned around and caught him browsing my phone. Our family invited Systema in our home, my doctors encouraged my training for recovery with my ACL tear, and in the end Glenn cowered with insults and discrimination. https://easternnc.app.bbb.org/complaint/view/11147125/c/h99t9c Glenn will not succeed in holding his faulty business, or in censoring individuals he has directly wronged. 0/5 stars, needs to be banned.

What a great group! Glenn is a fantastic, thoughtful instructor and the students he attracts are…read morepatient, curious and really motivated to learn. I'd visited NC Systema a few months ago and loved the learning environment. Now that I've moved to the area, one of the first things I did was sign up for regular training. Exited to study with these instructors alongside very cool students too.

The coaches at PMAC are experienced and courteous. They are very knowledgeable and provide quality…read morefeedback to clients. Coaches help clients to set and reach realistic goals.

Everyone should come train at this place, I highly recommend it for people of all backgrounds, from…read moretotal beginners to aspiring and current fighters at the amateur and pro levels. Harold (the owner and main coach) was my first boxing coach, a few years back when he was fighting and coaching out of a different gym. We worked together for maybe 12-18 months before his own path as a fighter took him down to Peru. During our time together, he brought me a great distance in my knowledge and appreciation of the sport. I came to him with probably a zero or even negative skill level, but serious enough to want to learn, and Harold met me exactly where I was. We worked a ton on the fundamentals; I remember Harold saying once that people used to call him "Mr. Fundamentals," and that's definitely true about his approach to training. It's one reason I'd recommend him as a coach, because a lot of people/gyms will teach skills/movements that aren't as practical or are too advanced for people without a really strong base in the fundamentals -- essentially teaching cool moves for their entertainment value vs. their usefulness in competition or an actual fight. But when someone makes you work on the fundamentals, as Harold does, it's really a way of taking you seriously; it's preparing you for what you actually need as an athlete. Harold's great at calibrating a workout for someone's conditioning level, as well; it's not like he'll have you doing wind sprints right out of the gate, and if anything I probably should have learned the value of roadwork on my own way sooner. And so I'd say the most important aspect of Harold as a coach, besides just being fun as hell to train with and knowledgable about all aspects of MMA, was his patience. For me, training with him was having the space and the freedom to screw up over and over until I got something right (which in my experience since then, at least, is what good training actually is). Proud to have followed his progress as a fighter and coach, proud to have been hit in the face by this guy, and proud to have hit him a few times, too. Go train up there with Harold and learn some things! You'll love it.

Balanced Karate training…read more As an adult beginner, the instructors and students here made me feel welcome from the start. Inclusive and no judgement. You will definitely get a work out, in a very positive environment. What I like best about this particular school is the "completeness" of the classes. In addition to the physical nature of the content, discipline and positive messages are also stressed. That they are part of the larger Karate International franchise is a plus. I recommend this for any age in any condition.

Excellent training for all ages! Teachers are very energetic and approachable! It not only teaches…read moreself-defense but instills self confidence. My nine year old daughter loves it. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.