Been training here for 4 months now, and I'm really enjoying it. I thought I was in shape the…read morefirst week and was exhausted. Now my cardio is much better, but it's quite a workout. People don't go full force to knock you out so don't be scared. All I can say is don't quit and stick in there if you want to learn; your body just needs time to adjust. Everyone is cool and goes to local mma events together, just like one big family. Most martial arts places don't give out prices on their websites, but I can assure you HMC has some really good ones. As for the cost, Leandro's BJJ is $70 I think and around $95 for monthly classes at HMC. If you are a student it's $80 which is what I pay monthly. There is a $50 initiation fee (every mma place has this). Drop in fee is $20 I think. It's a good deal compared to other places if you ask me; training on the mainland ranges from $100-$210 monthly. You can pay by cash, check, or monthly bank deposit. No BS contracts. The no gi BJJ comes with the price so you can learn grappling in addition to kickboxing if you want to do mma. I know some people who've just done this and have been successful in the ring. I prefer more instruction so I take gi jiujitsu. The schedule on the website hasn't been updated so check my picture for an updated version. HMC also has a branch in Kaimuki operated by Chris on Sunday only which you can pay a drop in fee if you're signed up with HMC Kalihi. They have grappling and kickboxing classes. There is also a Branch in Wahiawa operated by Haru that meets MWF at noon and evening and has Leandro Nyza BJJ on Tues/Thurs. They teach boxing, kickboxing/muaythai, and mma classes. Haru is also a native Japanese speaker and frequently has students from Japan coming down to learn from him. People are still signing up even though the new UFC BJ Penn Gym opened! The UFC Gym might offer all the mma classes you will need, but I still come here because the boxing/kickboxing instruction is more advanced for my level and the quality of training partners and instructors are much better, taking my game to the next level.

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I was recently visiting Hawaii on a trip from Philadelphia and I wanted to find a Jiu Jitsu Academy…read moreto train on my stay. I reached out to Allan Lima and he immediately responded in a friendly and welcoming manner and invited me to train At his school during my visit. I was very pleased with my experience! Allan's Academy was most welcoming, respectful and professional and I had a great experience training. The school was not too big nor too small which led to great hands on and personal instruction. The training was hard and yet very technical. Allan himself in my opinion was a very gifted instructor, pointing out carefully technical details to the techniques which flowed in a logical and practical progression. The physical building was no frills yet more than adequate. If you live in Hawaii and looking for a great school to learn jiu jitsu at any level or are visiting and looking for a friendly and accommodating place to train I would highly recommend!

We were lucky enough to find Sensei Maile during the height of the Covid pandemic lockdown. Our…read moreboys, twins age 6, began private lessons with her outside at our house. This fall, they have been able to attend classes and private lessons at the newly opened Kachi Karate dojo on S Beretania. The boys LOVE Sensei Maile. She is calm, patient, fun and a super skilled expert. She also happens to have a daughter their age, so she really "gets" kids and knows how to motivate them. My husband and I love that she emphasizes the mental discipline, including doing well in school and being respectful of your parents, in addition to the physical discipline. I cannot recommend Sensei Maile and Kachi Karate highly enough! We are so happy to have found this wonderful place for our kids to learn and grow.

First of all, I knew nothing about karate other than what I saw on the Karate Kid, and when I…read morepictured kids taking karate I pictured a hard ass teacher yelling at his students just like that mean teacher at the Cobra Kai dojo. So when my father-in-law suggested my daughter try a karate class near our house, I was a bit hesitant...she was only four, REALLY tiny, and not the most aggressive kid; but she was coordinated and definitely could use the discipline; so we decided to try a free class with Kachi Karate. When I met Sensei Robert him and heard how he spoke to my daughter as he took her aside to teach her some basic things before class, I could see he was a really nice guy who had a special way with kids...and my anxiety about this whole thing just went away. In the beginning, my daughter had a hard time following along as a lot of the class had been taking karate for at least a few more months. After the first couple of classes, she wanted to quit, but we convinced her to stick with it for just one month and told her she could quit if she didn't like it by then. Sensei Robert had always made it a point to make sure the higher belts in the class take care of and teach the younger ones. This helped her a lot, to feel like the older kids were supportive of her and not going to make fun of her. it was also a great lesson in responsibility for the older kids as well. At home, she kept practicing and practicing, and one day was able to get some of the moves from the kata she was learning. From achieving that, it ignited her confidence and commitment to the class as a whole. So much so that she has kept up with this for over year a year now! I also really like the fact that there are two female teachers - Sensei Maile and Sensei Shannon. They are both so good with the kids and I am grateful that my daughter gets to see at an early age that women can be both feminine and strong at the same time. And now, I see karate in a whole new light. It has kept my daughter physically and mentally fit, but also instilled in her important life values. She started kindergarten this year at Aina Haina school and I truly believe that Kachi Karate has helped her transition into this new chapter in her life more seamlessly. It is evident not only in her work ethic, discipline, and respect for others, but also in her ability to make new friends, try new things and be a more confident person overall. Sensei Robert has also expanded his dojos around town and even has a karate class for 3-5 year olds that my 3 year old son will be trying soon! I think it's great what he is doing for the communities around here and I would highly recommend his classes for any child, boy or girl - as they will be getting much more than self-defense skills - you'll be surprised at what they can accomplish and what kind of person they will become!

I was assaulted in Waikiki and as a result lost confidence to go about my day to day life. I am…read morethankful to Scott for his counsel and practical approach. I feel empowered to do as I please, without worry.

Scott is an awesome instructor. We took a self defense course from him and he made the class fun as…read morewell as informative. He was very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions we had. He was able to help us get out of our comfort zone. We looked forward to going to class each time.

These folks are the best. They are great with my daughter and she really loves going to class. They…read moredo an amazing job with teaching not only the physical aspects of karate, but also the knowledge, history and principles. They value and teach the kids to be good students (both in karate and school), good mentors and good citizens. It's been awesome to see my daughter grow her skills and confidence. I highly recommend this dojo.

If I could give this dojo zero stars, I would…read more My son has been practicing at Knight's Isshin-Ryu Karate since April 2024. We've signed multiple six-month contracts, paid every bill on time, bought the required uniform and equipment, and paid extra fees for belt promotion ceremonies. My son has shown up, often three times a week, memorized Isshin-Ryu history, advanced through four belts, and fully participated in dojo culture and events. Because my family spends two months each summer on the East Coast, I requested flexibility with their contract, which had been granted. When I attempted to renew in August of this year, I was told I could not due to their six-month minimum requirement. Given it was August and I would not depart until June of the next year - I offered to sign a six- or even a nine-month contract. But the Knights never responded. Multiple calls and emails went unanswered. After more than two weeks of silence, I went to the dojo in person to try to get signed up. At that point, I was told directly -- with some defensiveness and hostility -- that I was no longer a client, that my contractual obligations had been met, and that they would not renew the contract given I could not commit to back-to-back six-month contracts or a one-year agreement. I again offer to sign a six or nine month contract. Shockingly, I was told my son would need to find a new karate dojo - despite all the time and effort he had already invested. It is important to note that I also observed that students seem to promote to the next belt about one week before their contracts expire. This happened to my son twice - as well as the majority of his class during the promotion ceremony last May. I don't think this is a coincidence. This pattern raises concerns that promotions are scheduled more for contractual convenience than for individual student progression. I even brought this up once, when I felt my son was being promoted before he was ready. This situation was especially disappointing as I believed in the Knight's values of respect, hard work, integrity, and determination - and expected them to practice what they preached. Given that the Knight's is run by a prior military member, I expected professionalism and integrity. Yet, when faced with a dedicated student and family asking for fairness, they abandoned him. My son, who invested over a year of effort, was simply dismissed from the karate dojo. He is now heartbroken given the time and effort he invested, only to be treated like a contract number. In my experience, Knight's Isshin-Ryu Karate prioritizes rigid contracts and revenue over student development and well-being. Families considering this dojo should weigh carefully whether those priorities match what they are seeking for their children, and recognize that their child may be cut off at any time at a whim. If you value your child's time and effort, think twice before trusting Knight's Isshin-Ryu Karate.

I took my two kids for a trial lesson and the female and male senseis were rude and mean to them…read more My kids were behaved and of course didn't know the techniques- it was their first class! No need for yelling. Avoid this place like the plague!

We have been a part of Tenri Judo for a little over a year…read more My son started when he was 5 with recommendation from a friend. Sensei Greg & Sensei Robin are great instructors. They are very knowledgeable, dedicated, patient, and well respected in the community. The dojo is spacious and clean. Nice waiting space for parents and families. Top notch athletes have been coming out of Tenri for decades. Affordable rates.

This is a great place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from a Black Belt Champion. Erik "Magrino" Alves…read moreis from Brazil. Professor Magrino is a humble down to earth master of BJJ. His teaching style is strict but easy going at the same time. The school vide is a great environment for any type of student. If you are planning on competing in tournaments, Professor Magrino has a ton of experience & has won many tournaments. He is also there to coach when you yourself is competing. This school provides classes for the young to old. As young as 4 yrs old to as old as you want. They teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, self-defense, & they even offer MMA class. There's several different times of class. Early morning, afternoon, or evening. This school is located right in town also. Personally, I think this is the best martial arts to start your child in. They teach your kids discipline in a fun environment. They instructors are all very patient & knowledgeable. This isn't a giant school with hundreds of students. This is more of a medium sized school. It's more family like & everyone is there to each & teach each other grow & learn. The 1 month I had the privilege & honor to train there, I've met a lot of other students & instructors. They were all so graceful, humble, & knowledgeable. The mats, facility, & restrooms are clean. There's parking out front. There's also great restaurants to grab lunch, dinner, or even a snack after training. I definitely recommend CS Jiu Jitsu school.

As sad as it is to be writing this post pandemic, I still wanted share. I started training here in…read more2019. I had been boxing as an amateur and wanted to challenge myself to try something I knew very little about. Had a co-worker recommend this place and went in for the free 2 week trial. I knew after the 1st week this was the PLACE. The rest is history I guess. The instructors: Erik is all class and a great teacher. He's VERY passionate about the sport and wants to see you improve. He always preached that you get back what you give, to be patient and to not measure your success just by the color of the belt. Joel and Daniel were the other instructors. Daniel was very technical and Joel had a more old school approach. Each one brought something to the table to keep your game versatile. All the training partners were boys and no one was egotistical. All around great people, teachers and family men. I gained a lot from this place and look forward to one day going back.

A great extra curricular activity for kids. TKD teaches discipline and self control. I grew up…read morelearning various martial arts and I am very happy with this program for my 7 year old son. He has been attending for almost 3 years since he was 4 years old in the Panther program. It is rare to see the main or head instructor train children. Normally left to other high degree belts but GM Cho leads every class. We are so lucky to have him still teaching and even more so that he is teaching children. GM Cho is famous among the martial arts community and we are lucky to have him here in Honolulu.

Master Cho's Academy is one of the best ways to help children take control of their emotions and…read moregives them a safe physical outlet that instills self discipline, confidence, and commitment.