There is a reason you won´t find a negative review about this place anywhere on the internet…read more Brazil Academy is a rare gym in a city full of McDojos that are more interested in your money than teaching you actual self defense skills, and the environment is extraordinarily family friendly and in fact quite family-oriented. Brazilian Jujitsu is probably their most popular offering, but I spent the last year learning Muay Thai here and although I am not currently attending classes here, the experience was life changing! You will get the opportunity to take part in actual sparring, which are tons of fun and will give you loads of confidence in your daily life and in your ability to defend yourself in real life situations. Try a week of classes for free and see for yourself...Brazil Academy and its staff and instructors are outstanding!

I have trained in BJJ for 2 years, and in Karate/Kickboxing for 39 years. I have been to a lot of…read moreSchools and Dojos in many cities across the US. The Brazilian Academy has a very in depth Gi Jiu Jitsu program that has become invaluable to me as I develop in the sport. In the KC area, there are two places that I would recommend for BJJ training. I can't pick which one I like best, so I switch between them in rotation! If you are looking for solid BJJ training, then go here. My only complaint is that they do not advertise their programs and schedules well enough to promote everything that they teach! I would have found this place sooner if they did. Why BJJ? I am glad you asked, because now I get to ramble into how it has changed my life, and how I stumbled onto the Brazilian Academy. I got into BJJ two years ago because I stopped kickboxing and gained a ton of weight. I needed something I could do in my passion for martial arts that wouldn't give me CTE. I remembered how much hard work it was to earn a green belt in Judo back in the 1980s, so I found a school where I was working at the time that taught BJJ. I found that I had been missing this in my life! I was foolish to avoid the ground game until my 50s, but I chalk that up to the brainwashing of "stand and fight like a man" that old school Karate fighters pushed at you before the rise of UFC. I lost 75 pounds in the first year, and many of the "old guy" aches and pains have gone away. My flexibility is slowing returning, and every aspect of my life from chasing my grand kids around tunnels and trampolines to running through airports to catch a flight to hiking trails at altitude in Colorado has gotten easier and better! Since I started, I have been to 10 or 11 different BJJ schools around the country. I choose BJJ schools that also have a boxing program (for fitness and fun), but shy away from contact fighting. I collect knowledge, branded Gis (uniforms), and will likely never be promoted because I move jobs and change schools just before I might earn it. I continue to travel, and will continue to find a school in the next city I visit. However, when I am at home in the KC area, I want to train as hard as possible. I need a place with Boxing and BJJ, of course, and I found one that pushed the old school tenants that I am used to. Life was beautiful, util I ended up getting a serious illness that put me down for a while. To get back up, I looked for a fundamentals class that would be a little easier on my old body and new inhaler. I tried a few other places in town, and that is when I came across the Brazilian Academy. The class schedule is awesome with two morning BJJ classes starting at 6am, and 2 evening classes every day except Friday. I started with the morning class, because it was very small, and thus easier for me to recover. Since then, I take both morning and evening classes, then drive to the other school for their evening class. I seriously don't like either one better than the other, but the Brazilian Academy is the only one with a 6am and 7am class. I think training here is going to be an essential part of my competitive game (if an old rusty fellow like me can be competitive). I'd be in complete heaven if both the schools I love decided to move in next to each other... and further south closer to my house...

Awesome energy and leadership for the kids and adults. Great teaming experience, the board…read morebreaking ceremony was awesome. The kids learn so much

From the owner: Olathe & Overland Park Locations…read more *Achieve More Academically*Improve Balance, Strength and Overall Health*Mind/Body Health Benefits*Learn Self Defense, Self Protection, Increase Self Confidence & Reinvent Yourself with a New Look & Attitude

It's been 8 weeks here now and my 9 year old son likes this gym much more than he ever did at the…read moreteaquando "belt factory". The instructors are incredibly experienced and are very good with the kids. They also don't waste time and get right to work so you will get your money's worth, which reminds me, very well priced classes also. Will post more as we put more time in but right now I feel very confident that we made the right decision coming here!

From the owner: We teach Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Brazilian JiuJitsu & Muay Thai in a fun, safe & supportive team…read moreenvironment. We also have classes for those only interested in fitness. We offer classes for everybody of every experience level, from beginner to advanced competitor. Come join us & learn a new skill! First class is free.

I was banned from this place because I wanted to cancel my membership and I wanted to cancel…read morebecause I had a lot of things going on and Trooper Gate is still closed And I was told I was a wishy washy student even though the first time I went I walked all the way off base just to attend class that was about at least 1hr and 30 minutes maybe 2hr and I did Trooper gate closed so I couldn't attend class and since I'm in the service my unit got a lot of things going on where I couldn't attend class I tried to get a friend to join and when she couldnt pay because her card wasn't working he just looked at her as if she was stupid and I got banned for no reason and Mr.Nathan has ego where he thinks he's doing you a favor for allowing you to attend his school R.S is up the street and is a better place to go to if you can't consistently make class and sign up and if you cancel he will ban you too and I had others warn me about Nathan and i wished I'd listen just a heads up

We are blown away by Elite Martial Arts in Olathe! We initially signed up for the 6-week trial and…read moreI didn't have any intention of staying with it after that, but two years later we're still here! The kids love it, the staff is amazing and the instructors are incredible! Everyone is positive and encouraging and my kids learn so much more than just self defense. They learn how to respect others, how to work toward achieving a goal, how to cope with a loss, and how to cheer on others when they are getting to do something they may have wanted to do themselves. I love the confidence and skills it gives them! I can't say enough positive things about the instructors and staff at Elite. They make it a very special place to be. If you are looking for an activity for yourself or your child I would highly recommend taekwondo at Elite Martial Arts!

I contemplated joining a Dojo and learning some form of martial arts for many years. I did so much…read moreresearch and came to the conclusion that most were exactly the same and I was not looking for ordinary. Enter Kenukan and their storied history. I decided to send the email and Sensei Travis decided to reply near immediately and ask if I wanted to come in a do a demo class and see how I like everything. I took the information and signed up a week later. After going through the 8 basic classes, I was presented with a choice of a monthly membership or a one time payment to go after a green, brown, or black belt. It was a tough decision because I knew it was a long term commitment but also knew I wanted this to be something I commit to and learn to the best of my ability. Hindsight, this has been one of the best decisions I have made and every class I go to proves just how special this place is. Not only are Travis and the other members some of the best people to learn from, but they teach techniques that one may not find at a cookie cutter martial arts place. This place is the real deal and I encourage anyone thinking of their new place to learn how to defend themselves, give Kenukan a look. This is truly one of the most unique places and I have learned so much even just within 1 year of going.

This is the most thorough, well-rounded, and extensive Martial Arts program in the KC metro area…read more You'll learn Muy Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Self-Defense, and Bushidokan, but unlike many MMA programs, you won't miss out on the foundational traditions and customs these styles are built upon. Sensei Travis Boggs is the most technically and tactically proficient instructor I've had the pleasure of studying under. I can say with no uncertainty you will not find a better program.

Recently changed owners, and changed names to Chute Boxe KC, this place drew me in because they…read moreoffered both solid Jiu Jitsu training and a mix of fitness and technical boxing classes. The place is legit. If you train here, you will come away with skills and knowledge that you can use for matches, tournaments, or just to wrestle your kids away from the TV remote. In my quest to continue to improve my own health, I needed a place where I could continue to regain my knowledge in boxing and to increase my knowledge of Jiu Jitsu. I wanted a single roof to work out with back to back classes, and looked all over before finding this place almost by accident. It's a bit of a drive for me, but well worth it on the weeks that I am not traveling out of state. I train in a similar place in New York and before that in Chapel Hill, NC. Before I found Chute Boxe, I simply didn't know of any good cross discipline places to train in the KC area. Chute Boxe is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but it is not your typical Gracie academy. You can do some research into the history of the two. In the short time that I have been training in Jiu Jitsu, I have had the pleasure of training in several different formats. These Chute Boxe classes focus on technique that seriously improves my understanding of what to do when I'm stuck. Each class also goes right into rolling, which is where you will kill those carbs and hopefully solidify your knowledge. The fitness and the technical boxing classes are done with bags. I have not seen any sparing yet, but that is perfectly fine with me. My arms are past dead after every class, which is my goal. I don't want to have gas in the tank when I leave! The kids classes look both fun and like serious work. I have a two year old that will fit that energy nicely, and I can't wait until she is ready to hit the mat! There are fundamentals classes and also Muay Thai classes, but I have not taken those. I assume they are as high quality as the classes later in the evening. I have so far to go before I am in any kind of good shape, and the 2 and a half hours I spend here is exactly what I need to completely remind me of just how far that really is!

Good work outs and a friendly atmosphere. Muay Thai classes come in two flavors: fitness which is…read moremainly bag work and technical which is pads and all the other good stuff. You can do both with the Muay Thai membership. I like that I can pick if I feel like working on technique or just hitting the bags for an hour. Either way you'll get a intense workout. Trainers are great!

As a person who has been in this industry for over 20 years I've visited many schools and met many…read moreschool owners. Mr. Wilson's dedication to his students and his school are amongst the top in the nation. He is a true leader and constantly strives to take taekwondo to the next level.

I had the opportunity to host my child's birthday party here. It was far and away the best party…read morewe've had. It was my son's fourth birthday and Mr. Wilson and Jackie made this event a major success. Two of the attendees are still in TKD classes today as a result of that party two years ago. You can imagine that a group of 20 screaming children would test the patience of anyone trying to teach them something but Ko's kept them engaged and happy all day and made it seem effortless. The passion for martial arts really comes through the instructors here. It's very impressive the way they interacted so well with the kids. Everyone even got to break a board and take it home! If you can't decide where to have your next event, commit to Ko's Black Belt Academy with Seth Wilson and rest assured that it will be a hit! If you don't have a reason to celebrate, I know they offer really great packages for beginners and have an awesome reputation for developing students through each level. These guys can get you in shape in no time, too!

I trained here for a year and loved every second of it. Shawn is a fantastic teacher and the laid…read moreback classes made learning techniques very easy. Unlike other martial arts places in town who care only about your dollar, Shawn wants you to be the best. Take his KRU Muay Thai class for an awesome workout then come back the next day to roll on the mat in his BJJ class.

From the owner: Specializing in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Strength and Conditioning since 2011.read more

By far the best martial arts experience for your child! My husband and I looked into several…read moredifferent studios for our son. We decided on KOMA and have been there for 4 years. We have also enrolled our two other children. The instructors are amazing, class size small and facility always clean. Very impressed.

We just started our daughter here in the Tykes class. She loves it! I love the sense of community…read moreand the discipline they provide my daughter because it continues at home. I kind of want to take classes here myself! For right now though, I will settle for living vicariously through my little girl.

This location with Master Justin and Master Kim is one of the best places to learn taekwondo for…read moreany age. Whether you're 4yr or 80yr old, there's a class for everyone. I've attended this gym since a child and have gained so much from the experience. They teach you discipline, respect, self defense that are invaluable to a young child while allowing them to release their energy in a safe way. They also have family classes where the whole family can train together and have fun, which is really rare to find these days. Both masters have a huge list of achievements when it comes to taekwondo and i wouldn't want to learn it from anyone else. With COVID, they have been taking numerous safety precautions by keeping classes small and sanitizing the floor constantly. I highly recommend this location for anyone considering taekwondo if they truly want to learn the true art of it and have fun!

My daughter can be extremely shy in new situations. She has been coming to MAI for a year and a…read morehalf and she has blossomed into a more confident and strong young lady. She also now has better balance and overall strength. I feel like the prices here are fair in regards to what some other places were charging. Some of the other classes we originally checked out the owners had a very hands off approach (where other people taught most all of the classes) but you will NOT find that here. Master Justin is in here day in and day out with these kids on the floor and knows them personally, that was a deciding factor and why we have stayed. They have lots of classes at many different time and whole families even go together. On a practical note: it's very centrally located, moms can run to Target and Costco while you kiddos train. I highly recommend it.