I entered the gym in June of 2012, and expected to be a black belt in a couple of years, and to…read morejust train a couple times a week. At the time I weighed about 225 lbs, and had started my fitness program at home and lost about 10 lbs in 6 months, now I'm less interested in the outward belt promotion, my primary concern is not just getting the black belt which takes much longer then I realized, but to instead live a healthy lifestyle and to continuously improve in every aspect of my life. My relationships are healthier, i have a batch of like minded friends, and I'm happier in every aspect of my life. I presently weight 190 lbs, I've taken more then 15% body fat off, I can run, I weight train, supplemental yoga, I train kettle bells and am stronger now then ever before in my life despite being an accomplished athlete in high-school. My confidence has improved, I've grown in humility, I am less stressed, and I have something to look forward to 4 nights a week and I attend 4-5 practices a week. There is no way to fully express how grateful i am for the oppurtunity to train in this environment, and how much happier I am as a person. I am confident that the Gracie Barra Burton is not only the best organization in this region but also the state, and I promise that for committed individuals wishing to pursue a healthier lifestyle, and to learn the art of Jiu Jitsu will be pleased!

Been coming to this gym for a couple years now. Clean and positive environment. There is a wide…read morerange of people from top competitors who are winning major tournaments all the way to people who just enjoy jiu jitsu a couple times a week for fitness and fun. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to train hard and improve! Professor Burchfield has great knowledge and he travels to Thailand to keep improving himself and teaching everyone.

We have been attending Tenfold for almost three years now. No year long contracts and tons of…read moreopportunities to train because the schedule is very friendly. Ecological training as opposed to IP training, very unique for the state.

Nice people to train with, very knowledgeable about modern Jiu Jitsu, helpful, professional, and…read morewelcoming to everyone.

This is more than just a gym, this is a real family environment. Great facility and instructors…read more Hodi is world class! Highly recommend

ROOTS COMBAT CLUB is simply incredible! From the moment my son and I walked in for the open mat…read moreclass, we were blown away. The facility is spotless and has such a cool, welcoming vibe. The owner, Alex, and the members were so friendly and made us feel right at home. They gave us a tour and explained everything they offer, from kids' classes to adults'. My son had the chance to try the open mat class, and he loved every second of it! We met several of the trainers, and each one was approachable and answered all of his questions with ease. This place treats you more like family than just another gym member, which made the experience that much more special. The best part? The first visit to ROOTS COMBAT CLUB was FREE! It allowed my son to get a feel for the environment before deciding to join, and now he can't wait to become part of the club. I'll even be taking a class while my son is in his, which is a huge bonus for working parents trying to fit in a workout. The cost of classes was very reasonable compared to most gyms in our area. If you're searching for a clean, welcoming, and family-friendly environment where both you and your child can learn self-defense and stay in shape, ROOTS COMBAT CLUB is where it's at. Highly recommend--this place is the real deal! You won't regret it!

Awesome bjj school! Our family has been training here for…read morethe past 4 years and would highly recommend it to everyone. Competitive, yet respectful atmosphere. Mr. Heath and the rest of the staff have been great!

Safe and family friendly. Excellent instruction. Info straight from the source. Nice size mat space.read more

The absolute best BJJ academy in Michigan. The highest quality coaches and students. I always make…read morea point to train at Assembly when I am in town.

Excellent instructors with years of experience and training. Jiu-Jitsu technique and instruction is…read moreon point. Cleanliness is second to none. Nicest martial arts gym you will go to. David Garmo aka The Nighthawk is a world class Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. We are thrilled he has finally opened a gym and is now sharing his passion and knowledge of the sport.

Verdict: Great school…read more Cons: - Things are continually changing. The school is growing, they're trying new things all the time, adding new things and dropping old things. You can be pretty positive that brazilian jiu-jitsu and crossfit aren't going anywhere, but the schedule might change. And other things like birthday parties, those might end. It's in flux month by month. - You can't spar with the blackbelt. She got a major injury a few years ago and now she can teach but not compete. (This isn't a very big problem, see below.) Pros: - The people are awesome. Humble and friendly. Even the buff dudes are just having fun and trying to help you - and everyone - improve. - There's jiu jitsu for every level: Little bitty kids learn the basic movements and play fun games. Big kids and teenagers get the full jiu-jitsu experience, but only with people their own size. There's intro jiu-jitsu for adults in the morning, regular jiu-jitsu classes in the evenings, "open mat" for sparring and troubleshooting, and even a "competition team" class for the really intense and serious training. - I said you can't spar with the blackbelt. Maybe that sounds like you're missing out on a challenge or something. Haha. Don't worry about that, even the intermediate players will hold you down and tap you out... without sweating, while they're having a conversation with somebody else. There's plenty, plenty of challenging training partners. Wait til you meet Strong Josh. It's like trying to fight a van. - There's a bunch of stuff besides jiu-jitsu! Crossfit is the other big one, with like 4 classtimes per day. But there's also karate, a tanning bed, a massage therapist who's awesome (if you've ever had a massage and wished the person were stronger, here's your chance. Jana works on almost nothing but athletes, and she'll loosen you up no matter who you are.) "Ninja camp" for little kids, some faith events, and other stuff too. And always trying something new. So overall, what a great place. Good place to get yourself in shape, good place to meet quality people, good place for your kids to make friends. Try it out.

As someone who has trained at many gyms around the Metro Detroit area, I can honestly say this is…read moreone of the most welcoming and experienced gyms. The instructor is very thorough and explanatory, and he truly wants you to learn. Metro Detroit Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great place to get started as I would highly recommend.

Highly recommended! A dedicated teacher who follows up with his students and really cares!read more

I am new to the area and was looking for the best place to continue my training in BJJ. Head…read moreinstructor Paul is just awesome, world level competitor and an amazing professor. Both of my kids are in his BJJ program as well. Great family friendly atmosphere and awesome teammates. Very glad I could find such a gem of a dojo.

Excellent instruction, respectful and supportive training partners, and an overall fantastic school.read more

My younger brother goes here & takes karate classes. He loves it here!! He has great teachers (or I…read moreshould say...senseis). Maybe I will start taking classes here

From the owner: At Servant's Heart Isshinryu Karate School, we're dedicated not only to teaching the art of karate,…read morebut also improving the lives of each of our students. We teach the traditional Okinawan Isshinryu style of karate, which focuses on rapid, straight punches and fighting techniques. It's a great way to learn the techniques of martial arts, stay active, and have fun while you're at it -- whether you're nine or 90. But above all, our goal is to create an encouraging, supportive atmosphere for everyone in our karate family.