My son loves everyone there.so do I now.Friday my son had a bad reaction to a medicine and…read moredehydration,he was dizzy and falling(passing out) the instructor tried grabbing him,helping him on way down,he helped cusion fall and his impact,my son is on the heavy side,most likely they saved him from more injuries than received.I owe them alot.they most likely saved his life,also by calling 911.they are the best.they even called to check on his health.thanks guys.Should get 10 stars. Johnny's Dad.

Be very careful before signing a long-term contract with Strong Style MMA…read more In December 2023, I requested to freeze my membership due to an upcoming medical procedure. I gave written notice before the billing cycle started and even offered to pay for the 30-day period. Despite that, they refused to freeze my membership unless I submitted a doctor's note -- something that is not required anywhere in the contract for a freeze. The only part of the contract that even mentions a doctor's note refers to permanent disability or death for cancellation, not for a temporary freeze like in my case. Back in 2021, they froze my membership without asking for any documentation, and I know other members who've had the same. So clearly, they apply their rules selectively and withhold help when it matters most. Instead of treating me with fairness, they sent my account to collections for $860. This is not just poor customer service -- it feels like they're trying to profit off people's misfortune. If you're considering joining, do not sign a long-term contract. They are not helpful, not transparent, and not flexible when life happens.

They will scam you once you sign up it's like a car dealership they will do anything In they're…read morepower to get your money and don't care about anything else. I was told I could cancel whenever I wanted, times comes to cancel they want to charge me half a year worth of the membership just to cancel, this place feels like they are doing it for money rather than to actually train and fight.

The instructors are great.. came here to get some training in while we were in Cleveland for work…read moreand couldn't have been received more graciously by the guys there.. top notch instructors top notch facility and a good group of students.. def doing it right! Next time we're in town def comin back..

Awesome gym! Great group of guys.. instruction was top notch and the class was fun and very well…read morerun! Looking forward to coming back!

Although the school has moved down the street and the space is slightly smaller the dedication,…read morestructure, and family have not changed!

Best of the Best in Cleveland Ohio, Oriental Sports Center Team U.S.A. First Taekwondo school from…read moreOhio to compete in the 2018 Pan-American Games in Dominican Republic and bring back 2 Gold Medals and 3 Silver Medals their impressive accomplishment had earned them 5 Stars ratings. With the Leadership of Taekwondo head instructor Sabunim Jose Cedeno 5th Degree Black Belt and international certified in traditional Taekwondo and the only Certified ITF - Union Dojang in Cleveland Ohio and surrounding areas.

This is the best martial arts school in northeast Ohio. When I first moved to Ohio I was looking…read morefor a school to begin training. I visited multiple schools in the Cleveland area. This school was by far above the others. The atmosphere and instructors were all friendly. This place truly feels like a family. And compared to other schools this is not a belt factory. The instructors are truly knowledgeable and care about the students and their success both within the school as well as in their lives outside of school. This is a school that is above all others. I HIGHLY recommend this school to anyone looking to train in the martial arts or to get in shape or be somewhere that feels like family.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Martial Arts Instruction…read more- Yoga -Tai Chi - Qigong - Kumdo - Weapons - Sword - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu -Tae Kwon Do - Self Defense Instruction & Equipment - Exercise & Physical Fitness Programs - Youth Organizations & Centers - Health & Wellness Products - Health Resorts - Martial Arts Equipment & Supplies

Over the years, I've seen a few schools of martial arts come and go, and I've had a few teachers,…read morebut few have ever struck me as loving what they do as much as Guro Tony Marcial. The head teacher -"Guro" in his native language,- of the Philippine Martial Arts Institute, a school that's part of the Westlake Martial Arts Center, his style is known as Marcial Tirada Kali, and is defined as follows; "The Kali system "Marcial Tirada" taught at the Philippine Martial Arts Institute, is a composite of different Kali styles taught primarily in the Pangasinan region of The Philippines. The primary weapons taught in the Marcial Tirada Kali System are single and double stick, knife and stick & dagger. In the Art of Kali, the practitioner will learn weaponry first. This type of training develops awareness, sensitivity, coordination & quick reflex action. The Kali practitioner learns the empty hand after he or she has developed an understanding of the concepts of weapon fighting. A practitioner of Kali will be taught all ranges of empty hand fighting." The classes at the school are taught, currently, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, and are intense, interesting and are taught in a way that encourages learning on the highest level. EVERY class is like a mini-seminar. I've learned a ton, and then some, with each class, and if you want to learn a street effective style, with applications that will make you into a "Bourne" fighter, than I suggest contacting Guro Tony and coming by; you won't regret it. Trust me, after just one class, you'll never look at rattan as just furniture material ever again:) (Just a note, the classes are great, but I would suggest that anyone younger than early teens might not be suitable for them, due to certain aspects of the training.)

I applaud Grand Master Ray Szuch for his consistency when it comes to support and providing…read moreresources for our younger adults families and community. I too have profit from Grand Master Ray Szuch devoted efforts and I speak highly of his no-nonsense approach to a young person destiny. I have been associated with The family of Cleveland academy of self-defense and the guidance of Grand Master Ray Szuch suggestions and advice for the past 46 years, even when my journey has taken me miles away from the Cleveland academy of self defense umbrella of families there was always a connection two Grand Master Ray Szuch. I am a standing example of Grand Master Ray Szuch efforts in accordance to my success. Darryl T Master of Instructions

From the owner: Cleveland Academy of Self Defense is the premier location in Cleveland to learn Taekwondo and…read moreHapkido. Cleveland Academy of Self Defense has been serving the Greater Cleveland area since 1968. If you want to learn the highly effective Self-Defense art of Hapkido or the dynamic martial art and sport of Taekwondo, Cleveland Academy of Self Defense is the place for you. We offer very dynamic and flexible programs in Hapkido and Taekwondo for men, women, children and teens. We also offer programs that cover Women's Self-Defense and Children's Self-Defense. We have an option to fit almost everyone's needs and tailor classes to the individuals.