My son, 9, is active and athletic. Every year, we have been sending him for different sport…read moreactivities, such as baseball, soccer, basketball, swimming, ... Most of the time, he was passive about the training. I've never thought Wushu is "his thing" until one day he visited CMAA. He has been so dedicated to the sport that he doesn't want to miss any training - very much proactive. As the result, he has excelled well and won gold medals in recent regional and national competitions. I have been trying to figure out the "hooks." First of all, the amazing coach. Lucas is the owner and instructor. He's Caucasian, but he knows Chinese martial arts no less than Chines athletes. He studied in China for a few years and is able to read the Kong Fu code book that most Chinese could not even comprehend. Above all, he knows how to teach. He motivates not pushing. He paces each student's progress based on individual readiness. He not only teaches moves, but ethics and discipline. My son constantly paraphrases the words Lucas uses, like "early is on-time, on-time is late, and late is unacceptable...""virtuosity is doing common things uncommonly well..." The training facility is new (a year and half) and tastefully decorated. The schedule is flexible and you can find proper time slots easier than many other schools. The students there are also amazing. My son is friend with almost every student; some of them are years older. In class, they help each other. After school, they are buddies. Considering after almost a year training at CMAA, my son is still so crazy about Wushu, Lucas must be doing something right!

I started training in Tai Chi at a later point in my life. What I've found is that tai chi…read moreenhances most aspects of my daily life. Specifically, my balance and coordination have improved allowing me to do other sports with more confidence and success. My other sports include cycling and skiing. In addition, the Qigong practice helps me with calmness, clear thinking and patience as I go through each day. I highly recommend the Chinese Martial Arts Academy because of the experience, caring and kindness of the people who provide teaching there. It is a very friendly and homey environment for all.

I've been training at Atlas Jiu Jitsu for about three years now, and it's been one of the best…read moredecisions I've made. This academy offers way more than just Jiu Jitsu, it's a place where you can grow physically, mentally, and personally. Whether you're a hobbyist just looking to learn and stay in shape or a serious competitor, there's something here for you. The instructors are elite, knowledgeable, and truly invested in your development, and the team atmosphere is welcoming and supportive from day one. It's also a great place to meet good people, build real friendships, and develop confidence on and off the mats. Couldn't recommend it more.

Professor Ed Anthony and the other black belts have cultivated an incredible culture at Atlas. I've…read moretrained elsewhere and this is by far the friendliest, most inclusive, and low ego gym I've been to. Whether you're a competitor or a brand new hobbyist who just wants to make friends and learn some self defense, this is a great place to be.

Still top notch instruction. I understand Delmar Aikido, Sensei Rick Wolslayer, is now training at…read morethis top notch facility.

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For people new to Brazilian jiu jitsu: In September of 2008, I decided to get off the couch and…read morestart up a martial art for fitness, self-defense and all around improving myself. After exploring a few places, I walked into Victory BJJ and took a Saturday morning class. Victor was running the warm-up drills for the students with a watchful eye and walked me through the safety rules before smoothly involving me into the class. I was hooked. Immediately. That was six and a half years ago. I've been attending his classes three to five times a week ever since. Victor has a clear and precise way of teaching that is easy to watch, grasp, feel and understand the complex moves being taught. We drill the moves in progressive steps and eventually put them to use in the sparring phase of the class. Victor is also a very, very good grappler and creates a technique-intensive and professional atmosphere that welcomes everybody. There's no "bro culture" and the people at the gym are genuinely interested in helping each other get better without tearing people down. The kids classes are absolute marvels to watch - they get so excited at doing things right and venting energy productively! - and the adult classes are not quite as outwardly exciting, but are great places to vent energy and develop our puzzle-solving and athletic skills. Most weekday classes are from 7:00 pm to about 8:30 or 9:00 pm. For experienced people: Berimbolo and vale tudo coexist here. More of the latter than the former, but Victor will subvert the new sports bjj stuff we throw at him and take our backs while laughing quietly. Very experienced, exacting teacher with a good sense of humor.

I've been training at Victory for several years and it's the best place that I've trained at in the…read morearea.

Extensive class offering. Excellent instruction from one of Renzo's earliest black belts. Real deal…read moreJiu Jitsu.

Their beginners program sets them apart. Small class size with individual attention is not found at…read moreother gyms. Summer discount made it all better!

This is by FAR the best place for anyone looking to learn martial arts. My son started when he was…read more3 years old (they have since changed the minimum age requirement) and now is getting ready to test for his black belt at almost 11 years old. He went from white to black in the little lions program and then white to (soon) black in the junior program. I have nothing but amazing things to say. The instructors really care about the kids. They don't just know their names, they know their interests, personalities, siblings names, friends. They take the time to really knew each student. They do not push kids through the belt levels either. They make sure each child is really ready to move up before they invite them to promotion testing. My son has ADHD and really struggled especially when he was little. My husband and I agree that a major reason our son is now disciplined, respectful, and can focus better is because of Master Yang's. I even tried Krav Maga and made some great friendships during my brief time in class. Pregnancy and knee surgery kept me from going back but my son continues in their taekwondo program. This studio is more than just a place to learn martial arts, it's a place that teaches a lifestyle, character development and perseverance. Master Yang's quickly became like a home to us and we have loved every minute of our experience. I am beyond thrilled that my son wants to continue beyond his black belt at Master Yang's because I could not bear the thought of leaving our 2nd home. I strongly encourage anyone considering martial arts for themselves or their child to give Master Yang's a call. You will not be disappointed.

Any Martial Arts is a great activity for young and old. Here's where the problem lies with this…read morecompany. You get talked into a 4-7 year contract, with no way out except for injury. So if you or your child decide at any time that this activity is not for you, Too Bad! U still are responsible for that bill for the next 4-7 years rather you're in class or not. OK, I get that this is a contract and you have to pay your bills. What I don't get, is that Master Yang claims to b about community. When I spoke to his Director Ashley, about my financial problems that I started having, she just nodded me to death, said she understood. As I had to leave the class indefinitely because my electric was getting disconnected, numerous car repairs, and well, just a lot of life hitting me at once. This company does not care if u will b without heat, a vehicle, a job or anything else that makes it a lil easier to get thru life. They want their money, even if you're homeless. They hold one charity event a year n claim to b about community. But yet, they can watch a member of their community fall, n proceed to burden them even more financially by sending a 4000.00 bill every month with a 20.00 late fee added every month. I should mention, joining this class is what contributed to my financial problems. As they convince you that u can not proceed in class without certain equipment, or u need certain equipment, or they're changing the uniform. They want u to buy, buy, buy every month there's something else u have to have for class. If u r not fully buying whatever n whenever they tell u, than u can't participate in class. They help u get into a finacial hole, but don't help u get out. I'm not asking for charity, I'm not even asking for food that I have little of to feed my family. I have no school stuff for my middle schooler, n they want me to pay a now over 4000.00 bill eventhough I've been trying to get out of this contract since April. It just goes to show, business is business, when it comes to money. Even to the people that claim to b there for community. I would just say, if your gonna join any Martial Arts, don't sign a contract, because they will not let u out of it unless your dying, n that's questionable.

This place is horrible. I wanted to learn Wing Chun for so long and having a place right around the…read morecorner was awesome. Went her it started out okay. It was a small class. Most of the time the instructor was too busy and relied on another student to teach his classes. Also I was a strict beginner no experince or physical ability and everyone else in this class was there at least a year so the stuff they were doing was not basic and very hard for an newbie to get the hang of. All in all he ws teaching intermediate Wing Chun to someone with no beginners knowledge and it was very frustrating. Never got refunded for leaving class due to his refusal to teach to my ability and not the class ability. He might be the best Wing Chun person in the world but has no ability to teach.

personalized training approach to individual's development. small friendly adult classes for work…read moreadults.

Great place to train. Solid martial artists with a focus on application, self-defense, kata and…read moreconditioning. I have started my kids here and they love it!

My son Donovan just started tiny tigers classes very well run at a price you can't beat once a week…read morefor 45 mins 70 bucks not bad at all for my active little 4 year old:-) love this place and little man loves going to Karate and saying Ous (spelling?)

More than 12 years ago I took a wrong turn and ended up in Empire's parking lot. I have been here…read moreever since. I now know all places are not equal and I am lucky to have crossed Empire though inadvertently. The level of knowledge and more importantly the ability to teach it is incredible. If you commit then you will become stronger not just on the mat but in life. Highly recommend!!!

Great and knowledgeable people! They incorporate real life scenarios into their training along with…read moreother life skills. This is a place for all skill levels. As long as you're willing to show up for them they absolutely will show up for you and get you where you want to be! Alan the instructor has a tremendous amount of experience under his belt definitely pick his brain if you can.

I looked at a few places and I LOVED Brian Beaury Jiu Jitsu for my 9 year old boy we did the trial…read moreclasses to make sure he liked it first and he loved it! We signed up officially today and at the price point currently for kids it's the lowest in the area and no contract for kids is a plus! My boy has already started making friends. Love this place highly recommend!

Nothing but positive things to say about Brian and his school. I've been training here for a little…read moreover a year and a half now. Very skilled instructors, Brian is absolutely amazing- world class skill-while remaining humble and welcoming. It's a very comfortable and supportive environment that really fosters learning. There are classes for every level and to fit a variety of schedules-Jiu Jitsu really is for everyone!