Have known Master Viet for many years, as friends, teammates, and instructors. His passion and…read moreexpertise shines true through the way he carries himself and his teachings. Love every opportunity I get to work along side him or learn from him. Highly recommended!

Master Viet is an exceptional coach and motivator who truly understands how to support each…read morestudent. Coming from another school, he welcomed us with open arms and made my kids feel like they had been his students from day one. After a difficult experience at a previous school that left my child feeling discouraged, Master Viet has been the complete opposite -- encouraging, patient, and empowering. He's given my kids opportunities that we didn't dream of before to compete at the highest levels of Taekwondo, including US Open, Canada Open and Grand Prix Finals. It's been a joy watching both of my kids grow under his guidance.

When I first wandered into Hard Knocks for my introduction session with Bill, I was hesitant and…read morenervous as I had never played sports, let alone train Muay Thai. The moment I walked in, I immediately felt welcomed. Bill asked me what my goals were and at the time, I had always been interested in trying kick boxing. I was provided with gloves and hand wraps to use and Coach Jake taught me how to wrap my hands. An hour and a bucket of sweat later, I signed up for a membership and decided to give Hard Knocks Muay Thai and MMA a try. Fast forward to almost 2 years later, this gym has become a huge part of my life in ways I couldn't have imagined. I did more than "try kick boxing". I met a group of extremely skilled and knowledgeable coaches, trainers, and fighters that have helped me take my fitness to the next level. I've begun to fall in love with a sport that pushes me to face my fears. The coaches and fighters in this gym are the epitome of discipline and hard work and it has truly been a privilege to learn Muay Thai with them by my side. There is always room for improvement and everyone is always looking out for you, to help you reach your full potential. My favorite part about Hard Knocks is the sense of family and I wouldn't want to train anywhere else! Book your free intro class now!

Awesome gym. Period…read more Bill and his staff are knowledgeable, professional and will put in the time to help you reach your goals. If you want to fight, they'll get you ready; if you want fitness, they'll get you in shape. After a few sessions, you'll be angry at all the time you wasted at your typical gym. The gym is fully equipped with a full size ring, heavy bags, pads, bands, weights and wall to wall full size mirrors. All of that for an affordable price - actually, it's the most affordable Muay Thai gym in the Boston area. Plus, they offer many other classes like Strength and Conditioning, No Gii BJJ and MMA. Seriously, why pay a similar price to mindlessly lift weights? Call Bill and schedule a training and learn something useful while getting into the best shape of your life. Young, old, man , woman, doesn't matter, come down and gain the strength and confidence to endure any difficulties you face in life.

Natick is extremely lucky to have such a skilled teacher and practitioner as Justin. His positive…read moreenergy and welcoming attitude along with detailed instruction create a perfect environment for learning and growing. If you're on the fence about trying something new like jiu jitsu, you couldn't ask for a safer more welcoming, kind and patient place than Bay State Jiu Jitsu. This is both because of Justin's approach to teaching and running his school and because of all of his students and the community he fosters through his leadership. I've been fortunate enough to train at 6 gyms or so in my ~4 years training, so I have a little experience seeing how different schools operate. My experience at Bay State BJJ was so fun, positive and humbling I had to share it here. Definitely check them out if you have the chance.

I went to train while visiting from South Carolina. I couldn't have found a more welcoming group…read more Great details and instruction and great rolls.

This karate school has been incredible for my son, who's almost six. He started at about age 4.5,…read moreand his focus has grown so much in the time we've been coming here. Sensei Peter always gets the kids focused, smiling, and pushing themselves to be better. Whenever my son seems to have a tough day, or his energy is low, Sensei, Lukas and Morgan get him engaged and trying the best he can. When he's had a good day, he comes out telling me he feels like a Superhero!! My son had a tough day at school a few weeks ago, and Lukas stayed after class with him, which was in theory to help him practice his blocking but really was more about shoring up his confidence and making him feel heard and seen. After seeing my boy feeling low on the drive over, and then seeing him transformed at the end of class, I was overwhelmed with gratitude to this amazing business. Thank you so much, Peter Pippos Karate Center. We are a loyal family for life and appreciate you so much as part of our family's community!

I can't say more positive things about PPKC! Sensei Pippos is engaging, supremely knowledgeable in…read morehis craft and clearly enjoys working with kids. The staff members are always willing to help a child refocus his/her energies to ensure success with the movements. I'm also particularly impressed with Nicole's management of the after-school program as well as the general office management. Love this place.

Mo's is a wonderful studio. You're not just a student there; you're family. Eric is patient and…read moregentle, teaching the kids self-control, discipline, and the value of being a good teammate. His children's classes are FUN, first and foremost. My kids have learned to protect themselves, and feel capable and confident in their abilities. Mo's has helped them grow in so many ways, including maturing out of fears of the dark and being home alone. My daughters stand taller and feel stronger thanks to Mo's!

Their motto: be the best you can be. Great school, patient black belt instructors, real camaraderie…read moreamong students of all ranks.

One of the best things I've ever done for my self-confidence was to take classes at Apex. My…read moreawareness of my personal surroundings has increased and I feel equipped to keep myself and girlfriend safe from potential trouble makers when we're out and about. Students are friendly and the culture is one of helping others and continuous improvement. The instructors are professional and give direct, but kind feedback . The weekly conditioning classes are a MUST if you want to see improved endurance fast. And if you're single, what better picture to put on your dating profile than one in your Krav uniform?

In a word: respect. The team at Apex respect my age and my abilities. I'm allowed to progress on my…read moreself defense journey at my own pace. They create a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for both me and my son. The instructors are highly skilled and knowledgeable. They provide the opportunity for everyone, every type of person, to become proficient in Krav Maga. Through their example, students learn the importance of gratitude and gratefulness; as my fellow students and I complement each other on our successes and reassure each other when we stumble. Krav Maga self defense is a lot of different things for a lot of different people. But no matter what your reason is, this team is there to help.

My daughter Layla is 6 months old and starting to get very curious to her surroundings and…read moreplaytime. I felt like finding a place to help socialize her. I tried the free trial at MyGym in Woburn and she loved it. Loved seeing other babies! Since loved it so much ai signed her up for 2 week trial for $29 in Newton which is closer to home for us! We went this morning and she had a good time. The staff was careful with her when holding and playing and very encouraging. They made her safety a priority while in the swing. And made sure she had a good time and were engaging with the parents as well! I plan to attend more morning classes with her and see where the 2 weeks takes us! Thank you again My Gym!

We took advantage of the free class here because I wanted to try it out for my son. He loved…read moreplaying in the gym but he hated the classes. I don't think he has enough patience to deal with a 30-45 minute class to stand still and do their circle time. I felt like most of the time he wanted to run away to play in the ballpit. The teachers there are nice and super friendly and tried to divert his attention. Due to my random work schedule where I am unable to do a weekly class, For now I will probably stick to places that have open play without needing a membership.

Bobby's been incredibly patient, engaged, and helpful trying to get my daughter into some…read moreonline/Zoom classes for karate while we're home-schooling this year. We're hoping this will help with some behavioral issues and -- if Zoom doesn't turn out to be the best platform -- we're happy there are some in-person, socially-distanced options available as well. Seems like a very professionally run business.

I highly recommend Grandmaster Moran as a karate teacher. I sought him out about three years ago…read morebecause my cousin had studied under him long ago as a child and had raved about the quality of instruction. As for myself, I had studied a number of styles of karate as a child (over a period of many years), and had achieved decent belt status at some, but never felt I really learned how to defend myself. My lessons with Grandmaster Moran over the past couple of years have changed that, and I finally feel confident that I would respond effectively if I were attacked. Grandmaster Moran is different from other karate instructors I've had. His teaching is practical. He's patient, caring, and understands karate at such a deep level, like none I've met before. I would recommend him to any adult who wants to learn true self-defense, and plan on sending my own child to his children's classes as soon as he is old enough.