Great dojo, highly skilled instructors. Very diverse type of Karateka attend (Age, nationality,…read moremale/female). Good beginner program for kids.

This is a great, traditional dojo offering multiple classes daily. There are evening classes…read morethroughout the week and morning classes on Saturday and Sunday. If you're looking to challenge yourself in a physical and respectful way, this is a great school to reach your goal.

Boston Budo sponsored Big Sister Boston for our November 2021 Big for a Day event and it was a huge…read moresuccess! We had 25 participants and everyone left with a lot of helpful skills and prevention awareness knowledge they'll take with them outside the studio and beyond. Sensei Noah and Duane were extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and inclusive. Looking forward to collaborating with this fantastic father-son duo for a future Big Sister event.

Sanchin Martial Arts...what can I say, all around solid class. Location is great, right in the…read moreheart of Beacon Hill with a great space. I have studied the arts for over 10 years. The instructor is very personable and knows his stuff. I think I enjoyed it most because of the mix. We did some Wing Chun drills, close hand to hand stuff, some karate, forms, bag work etc. For a 45 minute session I got a great work out, learned a few things, and was around some great people. Highly recommend!

I've been practicing Jiujitsu for 8 years now, on and off due to travelling and relocating for…read morework. Through this time I've trained consistently in a total of 5 jiujitsu gyms (in the US and abroad) and tried out countless others. Through all of that I can say with extreme emphasis that not all gyms and instructors are created equal. In 2021 I started training at The Institute of Combative Arts (Gracie Jiujitsu) in Quincy. I was skeptical at first...it looks like an abandoned building and has no signs except a tiny sticker on the door. I even called ahead after booking my trial class online/through email to make sure it was the correct address. When I showed up for class, I knew it was the gym for me. I had tried a few other gyms in the area and did not like the energy of the gyms nor attitudes/styles of the instructors. When I walked into IOCA, I felt welcome and comfortable. They create a community, a family here, and that is how a jiujitsu gym should be. Trust in paramount in a good training partner. I joined the combatives program, which is unique to gracie BJJ. If focuses on a series of core Jiujitsu moves and makes it very easy to track your progress. There is NO sparring in this program. This is also something I've noticed is unique to Gracie. This is to focus on learning the core techniques before rolling with an opponent and helps to minimize newbie injuries and create a more inclusive and less competitive environment. After you reach stripe 2 you are invited to Reflex Development Classes that help you train for your Blue belt test. They also start to include gloves and mouth guards in select sparring rounds. This is because IOCA focuses on self defense jiujitsu for its white belt combatives class. When you take your test your blue belt test, you receive a white belt with blue stripes. This opens up Master cycle classes where you can learn more advanced jiujitsu techniques, and be given your blue belt. A complete gi with belt are included in your tuition. Your tuition also locks, IOCA will never raise your tuition fee even if the price rises. As a female combative member, I also have access to women's empowered classes. (A self defense course just for women.) There are both male and female changing rooms, a rest room, heat and AC. There is free street parking all around the gym so there are no complications there. The gym also offers other martial arts classes including Eskrima. They also have kids classes, so it is something your whole family can get into. It is a great gym for both advanced jiujitsu practitioners and those curious to try it out.

Before I was a skeptic of the whole Gracie's Brazilian jiu-jitsu system, but when I came here for…read moremy first intro private lesson, instructor David opened my eyes on how realistic and effective the system is. He explained and demonstrated on how to utilize each individual techniques in certain scenarios, and let's you ask questions anytime. You can tell he definitely knows his craft. The instructor is really chill and he really cares about your development not only in martial arts, but as a person. The place itself is fairly big and looks like a traditional karate dojo since it is shared with the karate class that they offer. The floor is hard wooded floor so they practice and spar on mats. They also have a women's and men's locker room for you to change and plenty of lockers to put your stuff in. There isn't any trophies hanging on the walls, which shows that this place isn't about ego, but about learning and community. I also find Bjj really fun! Since I had such a great experience here after my first private intro class, I signed up for more private one-on-one classes with instructor David. If you're in the South Shore area and are interested in learning Bjj I would highly recommend to give this place a try. They even offer a 10 day free trial!

This is actually more of a yoga place unlike most hip hop yoga studios which are in fashion right…read morenow. The teachers here have practiced yoga for years and they are trying to get you in that space both physically and mentally. No one is there after few months of a teacher training certificate. The classes are extremely affordable if you think about the quality of the classes and experience of the teacher. I take Annie's class because that was the first one I attended. It's best part of the week for me now. I go in with chaotic head and so hyper .. I get out all calm and aligned. I don't even go for meditative goals. It's just such an added benefit to my work out.

We rented the large yoga studio for my kids' birthday party. The owners were extremely nice and…read moreeasy to deal with, the room is perfect for a party, and the decor is very appropriate for a birthday party. I would recommend this venue for an event.

I love this place since my son has been coming to GMAS Karate he's more confident, more sociable,…read morelikes to be challenged, but most of all instil respect for himself and toward others. The Master has an excellent rapport with his students.

From the owner: Muay Thai, Kyokushin Karate, Cardio Kickboxing Bootcamp, Personal Training - all ages.read more

Both of my young children have taken classes here over the years. You can tell they are truly…read morecommitted to helping kids with building self-confidence and forming healthy habits. It is a great family run business that has been here for years and is a part of the Medford community, I can't recommend them enough.

Very nice people you can make new friends their every one is super nice ninja is a awesome coach…read moreand friend

Stay away!!! "Sensei" Craig is in it for the money and nothing else. The lack of organization and…read moreempathy displayed by this establishment is astounding. All Craig cares about is your money, and once he's got you signed, he doesn't care about you or your child's progress. I attempted to book a birthday party at his establishment, at my friend's recommendation. After I talked to Craig about the details and paid my deposit, he proceeded to ghost me when I called to talk about details. He then bad-mouthed me to other parents, saying that I was pushy and wanted to "talk too much" about my party. Sorry, I do need to know the details such as # of kids I can invite and the time before I send out an invitation. How can you take my money without giving me those details? STAY AWAY!!!!!

Would recommend this place to any lady in Boston. But make sure you understand that there are 10…read moremodules, so you shouldn't expect to become a self-defense expert in one class. What I enjoyed the most was actually not the 'fighting' part, but the part where we sat in front of the whiteboard and discussed how to best avoid the attack. Will be attending the other modules for sure. Wake up at 10am on Saturday, your safety is worth it. PS - If you have a car, I recommend driving here. Parking is free, but T is a little far and the walk is unpleasant.