I don't go here regularly but I've dropped by to roll quite a few times since 2006…read more It's exactly what I would expect from a bjj gym in Nola. It's like a pop-up in the back of a gym. There are exposed brick walls and some other characteristics you expect to find in these old buildings. It's next to a bar. The students are all friendly and many of them are interesting characters with crazy patches or mismatched neon color rash guards. One guy had a patch on his gi of Johnny Cash flipping the bird, which is the best possible patch if you ask me. I'm surprised there isn't a bar in the back of the gym or a brass band playing while we spar. Professor Matthias is an excellent teacher. I'd also imagine he'd be a great coach ringside as he is always very good at identifying opportunities for attack when we spar. He's also a really down to earth guy with some good stories. I wish I had the time to do bjj seriously again. It's frustrating to know that your skills are devolving while the bjj game keeps changing and evolving, but I guess that's just what happens when you get old. If I did have the time and inclination I would be proud to be a member here. You should check it out.

Trained BJJ here while I was on vacation. Nice place located in the back of the gym with plenty of…read moremat space. The instructor was great and the students were welcoming. If your from out of town this would be a excellent place to train. For those that live close by, check them out!

Mid City MMA is a special place! Highly recommend to any & everyone! The gym offers many classes…read moreand membership includes access to all of them. Great location, great members & amazing coaches! Very clean, professional and effective training. All skill levels are represented at the gym; perfect home for first-timers & MMA veterans. Best place ever!

Muy buenos entrenadores, las mejores vibras siempre en los entrenamientos y gran atención, the best…read moregym. Lo recomiendo 100%

I think I've earned the right to give the first review for Cypress Fitness, as I have left quite a…read morebit of sweat there over the past four and a half months since they've opened. I had been doing kickboxing training with Brian for over a year at another gym when he told me that he and a business partner, Brandon, were opening their own gym on Tchoup. So I followed him there and have been taking TRX, Kettlebell, and various other cardio and circuit training classes pretty regularly. TRX is something that everyone in NOLA who likes to eat, but does not like being fat, should get into. It is effective for everyone from frail grannies to muscled-up ex-navy seals (who developed the system). Drew Brees endorses it (and uses it), so that alone should convince you to try it. Kettlebell training with Brandon will make you strong. Not stare-at-your-arms-in-the-mirror-while-you-do-curls strong, but real functional strength. No machines, just your body moving itself and an object in dynamic, natural movements with your core and stabilizing muscles working the whole time. I was trying to think of an adequate metaphor/simile to describe the results I've experienced from my training at Cypress, and the best I could come up with was "These abs! I look like a white D'Angelo circa 'Untitled (How does it feel).'" Is that too obscure an early '00s R&B video reference? Maybe. Suffice it to say that the trainers at Cypress Fitness will motivate you to get in great shape, in a completely judgment-free, supportive, accessible and fun environment. This is not a chain-franchise-Anytime-Riviera gym -- it is a gym run by people who care about your health, designed for people who want to achieve their better selves.

Best workouts in NOLA. Functional fitness at its best. Been a member four years and love the…read morestaff. Nonjudgmental and supportive.

Tonny is an amazing trainer that encourages you and modulates you to do your personal best. He does…read morenot make you feel bad when you can not do the exercises he helps you modify and encourages you to just do your best. I was over 400 pounds and have been working with Tonny for about 5 years. He has helped me lose weight strengthen my body and mind set.

From the owner: AFT is a mix martial arts academy that caters to kids and adults in wrestling, Jiu Jitsu /GI, Luta…read moreLivre/NOGI, cardio MAUMOCO MuayThai

This place is AWFUL. All the instructor except for Nick make it all about them. They no real idea…read morewhat they are doing. They rather talk about themselves, play the same music so loud you can't hear, and don't focus on technique to prevent injury. I've been to a handful of Title Clubs (Raleigh, Winston Salem, Columbia SC, etc). One instructor (Jordan) even pulled a Don't Touch Me, Bro attitude. When I asked was he serious - he told me to "F#$K OFF!" and get the F#$K OUT" Even said he was going to call the cops, because I accidentally grazed him him my boxing gloves on my way to get water. When I called the general manager to explain his employee, he said he would "talk" to Jordon, but is also admitted that Jordon didn't feel like he did anything wrong. There are SO MANY better places that actually respect their customers. If I could give it a ZERO, I would. Happy Trails - Jordon.

Amazing! All of the staff and instructors are top notch. I always have a great workout that…read morechallenges me.

Tiger Rock in Old Metairie offers a great kickboxing class! The instructors are friendly and…read moreknowledgeable and they put on a class that's both challenging and FUN! I look forward to kickboxing every day!

They were great, until they were not. We were very happy at Tiger Rock, until we saw the wizard…read morebehind the curtain. My daughter was injured at a tournament- not unheard of in a contact sport. However, from the franchise to the corporate level, they were clearly less interested in my concerns and more interested in my membership. It took almost 4 months to even get a call back from corporate. It took another month to get a copy of the rules. This was 5+ years into her sparring. Speaking to students at other franchises, many were given written rules with their sparring gear, but that was not the case with our location. Their rules state: TOUCH TO LIGHT CONTACT does not cause pain, injury, penetration, or visible movement of the opponent receiving the technique. Points are achieved with this type of contact. MEDIUM CONTACT is not promoted but can happen accidentally as a result of fast movement while sparring. No points are given for medium contact and up to two points can be awarded to the other competitor. HARD CONTACT is never sanctioned (results in disqualification). They tell competitors that this will be enforced, but they do not unless it is truly blatant. When I spoke the instructor, it was implied that the contact was not excessive, rather her feelings were hurt because she wasn't being as included by the popular girls (which I will say was her choice, but also, hurt feelings don't leave contact marks and bruising). Further, after age 12, competitors are supposed to be separated by gender. My daughter was regularly partnered with males, including males over 16. When I expressed concerns and said that was against the rules, I was told they could not ensure she would not spar males, even adult males, so we made the decision after 6.5 years to leave, literally days before her 4th degree black belt pretest. It is clear that while we thought we were a team working to help students, including my daughter succeed, that thought went one way. If you are a parent who stays right there watching and makes sure you get everything in writing and are not be timid about stopping things you see unsafe, maybe they are ok. When my daughter was hurt (it was relatively minor- split lip, mild whiplash, and possible mild concussion and- again- not uncommon in contact sports) and we felt the opponent who kicked her too hard and in the wrong location was a poor sport, we found out how little our instructor/franchise owner had our back. We also found out how little we knew about what our rights were as a competitor/family. We were not really given the option of her finishing the round. (and while the girl who kicked her got gold, my kiddo got silver and we couldn't be more proud of her). Though we do try to focus on the positive experiences we had, which were many. Unfortunately, the negative ones were about safety, which made them nonnegotiable. We found another school and have been pleased with their responsiveness and attention to safety.

Brand new facility, on airline near both metairie and new orleans. Owner is extremely experienced…read moreand has competed in the most prestige competitions of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Highly recommend!

First time here walked in Ms.Roshand greeted us i told her my son was interested in Kung Fu, she…read moreintroduced us to Sifu whom showed my son around the place explain to him different Classes that was taught there,..everything was explain to me classes, cost, time all questions was answered professionally.. can't wait until my son starts Karate class here Monday !!!!

My son has been coming here for years. The instructors and staff are all down to earth and try to…read morehelp you to advance at your own pace. It's way more than just self-defense; you will learn patience, commitment, and, as you advance, leadership. They are very active in the community and you will have the opportunity to perform the skills you learn. It's very much a family atmosphere.

Enjoyed my class here at the Barre Code! I took the noon class with Jen. She was very welcoming and…read moreenthusiastic and gave me a tour around the studio (super spacious!). The workout was exactly what I needed while on vacation as a break from eating! There's plenty of parking available in the plaza and TBC is located right above Snap Fitness. I'm a regular at Barre Code in CA and this just felt like home away from the home studio.

My friend and I went on 6/3/23 for the 8:30 kickboxing class with Danielle. We got there for 8am to…read moremake sure we knew where to go and it didn't open until 8:30. We proceeded to the car and waited. Once 8:30 was approaching we went back, opened the door, went up the steps and turned the door knobs on both doors which was locked so we rung the bell and waited. To our avail no one answered. We stood outside the door for almost 15 minutes with no answer and we could hear the conversation going on inside. There was a camera outside the entire time so if anyone was looking we were standing there waiting to be let in. We then left and will never return again. All of this happened after we received a text confirming our appointment earlier in the week. Do better!

Courage Combatives is an excellent collaboration of mixed martial arts for self defense. The…read moreinstructors have a wealth of knowledge & truly care about your comfort level with the movements to improve your advancement. Questions are invited & welcomed. This is one of the best programs I have ever been involved with.

From the owner: Courage Combatives is a New Orleans based company that is dedicated to making people stronger,…read moresafer, and more confident in their everyday lives. We aim to provide training that is realistic and relevant, but still enjoyable to our students. Our team consists of Coaches Myron Gaudet & Angel Lia. We provide group & private training to all who understand the critical need for defensive training in today’s rapidly changing world. This includes organizations, families, first responders & individuals. We teach a well rounded system that draws from proven, modern martial arts and tactical training methods. Our material is also compliant with and understanding of the legal and ethical standards of self defense law. To put it simply, we are dedicated to training our students to make good decisions under bad conditions so they can go home safe after a potentially threatening situation. We teach all ages!!