Very nice, welcoming and soft spoken staff. My son has just joined and attended 4 classes so far,…read moreand he loves to go there.

My son and nephew love this place. The trainers are excellent with the kids. They can't wait to go…read moreback after every session

Shihan Kaz Hashimoto and Sensei Mark Stacey have been teaching classes in Vancouver for many years…read more They offer karate classes for children (grade 1 and up) and adults at a reasonable cost. This dojo has produced athletes that have had success both nationally and internationally. Best of all, they offer first class free so you can try them out without committing to a full month.

The place is big, always well cleaned and maintained, the students and professors always help each…read moreother. The senseis have each their own way to explain the movements and they are just great.

best jiu jitsu school of vancouver! The best people ever. They make you feel like home and accepted.read more

Unfortunately, places like this are becoming more and more scarce, which is pretty ironic…read moreconsidering how many dudes are heading to bars to watch UFC in silly t-shirts that look like they've just had their asses whooped by an 8-year old girl armed with a bejeweller. For countless millennia, our species has survived in part because men have testosterone pumping through their collective veins, enabling them to be aggressive and violent, to hunt for food and to protect their families. Over the past 150 years these qualities have become woefully redundant. Sadly, anger management courses, some sensitivity training and a few yoga classes are a laughable effort towards finding a healthy outlet for these hormonal tendencies which have been hardwired into men for millennia as a means towards ensuring our collective existence. If for no other reason than for providing such an effective outlet for this hardwired aggression which has recently become a hindrance rather than a boon, Kel Lee's deserves 5 stars... ...But wait! There's more! Kel Lee's is one of the most inclusive, accepting, and respectful environments you're ever going to walk into. I have been to all kinds of gyms and fitness clubs and this, after one class of getting to know the people and the environment, is not at all intimidating. The culture is of people who are there to learn and train, no more, no less. Yes, it's mostly men, and they're mostly 24-35, but there is a liberal sprinkling of everyone else you could imagine as well, and everyone is both welcomed and accommodated. However, be warned: this is not a school for the weak, who will be generally culled. This is a competitive school which trains fighters. You will be put into full contact situations probably earlier than you think you will. You will experience pain, and you will receive (minor) injuries. While the doors are open to all, I can see a lot of people after one week or even one class saying, "This is just not for me." If you're looking to come once or twice a week for a little exercise and camaraderie, that's fantastic, but if you're really looking to push yourself, practice serious discipline, blow off a lot of steam, and learn a lot about martial arts and fighting in a safe, serious environment, then welcome.

KICK BUTT!! i have tried various kickboxing styles..formal…read moreand not so formal...i love a good ass whooping but without compromising technique and form... i found this place after countless google searches for a decent dojo that i didnt have to travel an hour to get to. i spoke to Liz on the phone, she set me up on a day that she taught so i could meet her, see the gym and get introduced to the class. all first timers get a complimentary class to try out! pretty sweet. after an hour and a half of intense punching, kicking and whatever form of sweat pouring torture she could emit, we were done.... wow! what a great workout! i was drenched, sore and felt GREAT afterwards! i signed up right after that class. they offer cardio kickboxing for the ones who want to just get a great workout and work a little bit on kickboxing combos and technique.. as well as the formal muay thai kickboxing, pankration and other MMA styles. they have adult classes, classes for beginners and kids too! because of my horrible erratic schedule, i would sometimes not be able to attend for months at a time, all i had to do was call Liz to tell her and she would just keep track of the times im gone for and when i get back, she extends my contract time....i dont have to pay a cent more for this fabulously considerate feature.

I got a groupon because I tend to use deals as motivation to keep me active and this seemed like…read morethe perfect alternative to your standard everyday gym workout. The gym is located is a great spot, almost always street parking and if you're commuting its a short distance from Joyce skytrain station. The workout is great, Christian has years of experience and can make you feel comfortable and gives you an amazing work oit whether you are a beginner like me or an expert black belt. His instructions are clear and easy to follow and hes just the right amount of encouraging and disciplined so you're confident but not slacking off! Definitely worth a try even just for a few drop in classes to see if you like it and I'm sure you will be smiling and sweating in no time flat.

World class Martial Arts instruction in a fun and low pressure environment, there is nothing like…read moregetting a great cardio workout while you are learning and sharpening skills. Thanks for all the great instruction guys! Oscar