Master Keith gives a master class in gun safety, gun laws, and concealed carry fundamentals. I feel…read moremore confident in my abilities and knowledge to carry and defend myself within the parameters of the law. I highly recommend the concealed carry class to beginner and advanced gun owners.

I took the concealed carry class which was taught by Keith English with the help of Mark James. The…read moreclass was 4 hours long but it did not drag on at all. Mr. Keith provided a-lot of good information and kept our whole class engaged. He was very patient with all of us (we had a lot of questions). They offer different classes that I am definitely going to sign up for. Overall I enjoyed the class and l would recommend to any body who is a "beginner" in firearms or any type of self defense. Everyone is very helpful and patient! Thanks Keith, Mark and Kayla!

Practical self-defense for people who want to protect themselves without investing in years of…read moreuseless training and ancient spirituality. Kenpo Richmond is not your traditional martial arts school. There are no katas to mantras to memorize. They specialize in teaching simplistic principals, techniques and body mechanics to avoid and or deal with potential life threatening situations.

Great School!! If you're looking for self-defense training with a no-nonsense approach, check out…read moreKenpo Richmond & Martial Arts. Classes cover various themes and keep a steady pace throughout (You will get a workout). They are very hands-on; but controlled. While bumps and bruises happen, everyone takes good care of each other. Sensei McClure and the senior students really take the time to teach to the ability and personality of each student. Personally, I can never get enough of Kenpo Richmond and the "Tribe."

Hot Sweaty and smells like bleach…read more Eric Burdo has run this joint for almost ten years; don't be fooled by his youth or casual demeanor, he is a PROFESSIONAL. He's one of Richmond's longest standing black belts, and instructor to several of the guys that now run their own schools. ROOTS! There are more high ranking guys training here than anywhere else in town. There's also a large student body and plenty of training partners at all times.

I've been attending this academy for a little over two years. In that time, I've been extremely…read morepleased with my experience here. The students and instructors are welcoming and dedicated, and work very hard to make sure everyone feels comfortable. Richmond BJJ covers both self-defense and sport jiu jitsu applications. They also offer muay thai classes which I do not have experience with, but that seem to be well-attended. This gym is extremely female friendly. It can be nerve wracking to come into a male-dominated gym, but not once has any student or instructor made me feel unwelcome or uncomfortable. Liz occasionally hosts women's classes that are great for building relationships with other women in jiu jitsu. Not only that, but it's amazing to be able to consistently train with a woman who is as knowledgeable about jiu jitsu as Liz. She can speak to many questions that women and/or smaller people might have about using technique over strength to defend yourself against a larger opponent. Excellent school all around!

I was a little hesitant about choosing a studio to train at because I know how dedicated I am, but…read morethis was absolutely without question the right studio for me. Mark is super friendly and informative, he'll have you laughing the entire time, and you'll get unbelievable instruction that will have you confident and capable in no time at all. What he teaches is quick, easy to learn, and effective. He's quick to step in and help and never belittles you for asking questions. In addition to all of this, the diversity of the classes in regards to martial backgrounds is astounding- it really seems like experts in all forms congregate within his classes to keep improving, and every single one of them is happy to help as well. All in all, I am incredibly pleased with this studio and couldn't have made a better choice.

If you are looking for a martial art for self-defense as opposed to something more sport-related,…read morethen the instruction and practicality of everything taught doesn't get any better than Krav Maga. When it comes to learning self-defense and environmental awareness, Winning Warrior Krav Maga is the best option. The setting is more fluid and engaging than any dojo and interactions between students and instructors are non-formal and friendly. All in all, if you want to achieve confidence, success, and skills that can and will save your life, now you know where to go!

My experience with HPI has been absolutely, positively spectacular from beginning to end…read more I tried for a long time to attend a gun safety and training class for absolute beginners. I found scheduling with other venues to be difficult, if not impossible. With HPI, it's EASY. After booking my first private lesson I received a personal call from the owner himself. He wanted to make sure I felt completely comfortable coming into his place of business, attending a lesson by myself, and to answer any questions I might have. He reassured me that I should feel completely comfortable with all of his instructors, which I have found to be 100% true 100% of the time. My instructor ended up being David Connor. Like the rest of my experience, I only have the incredibly positive feedback regarding David's training. He knows everything under the sun there is to know about guns; and I'm not just talking about the various type of guns and ammo, local shops, accessories, etc. (even though he DOES know and offer all of this knowledge) but David talks extensively about the history of guns going back as far as I can possibly imagine. As an instructor, David is incredibly patient and gifted. He can anticipate needs and fears and truly listens, which is rare and extremely appreciated. He's also incredibly thorough in his instruction and guidance - I have never once felt unsure about what to do or what to expect. Every interaction I've had with someone from HPI has earned MORE than 5 stars. For anyone looking for any type of training, I would absolutely, positively, 100% recommend HPI.

I owe my life to these people. Past stalking and crime/vandalism took away something I never…read morethought I would be able to get back...sense of security and strength. As these things take time and can't be fixed in a day, these people have always taken time to help me anytime I needed. They offer many services that everyone should take...especially women! Ignorance to the surroundings will make you vulnerable in ways you wouldn't imagine. Very professional, kind and helpful group with experience and knowledge in difficult circumstances. They actually care about the person not the money or situation.

I was in Richmond visiting my sister and wanted to get some training in while I was up there. I…read moreusually train in Miami, so I reached out to Mongrel BJJ through their website just to see if I could drop in. Frank actually called me himself and we started texting from there. He made it easy and told me to come by. When I showed up, JB took care of me right away. He gave me a full tour and made me feel like I had been there before. The space really impressed me. Two large mat areas with plenty of room to move, heavy bags set up, and a full strength and conditioning area in the back. They even have a massage therapist right next door. It is honestly one of the nicest setups I have seen. JB ran the class I attended and he stood out immediately. Super personable, remembered my name, and just had that easygoing presence that puts people at ease. You can tell he has a deep well of experience, but he carries it in a grounded way. He represents what you hope to find in the jiu jitsu community. The training environment was great. Everyone was friendly, joking around, and still serious about getting better. I never felt out of place or pressured. The adult gi class had a good mix of skill levels, and the techniques we worked on were practical with smart variations that I can actually use. After the instruction we got some solid rounds in and I left feeling like I had a real session, not just a drop in workout. What really stood out to me was that the day after I trained, Frank texted me to ask how everything went. That meant a lot. It showed me they are not just running classes, they actually care about the people who walk through the door. I will absolutely be back the next time I am in Richmond. Whether you are brand new or have been training for years, this is a place where you can grow and enjoy the process.

If you want a family atmosphere this is the place to be. The kids the kids Brazilian jiu jitsu…read moreclasses are outstanding the coaches take their time to teach your children the right way of doing things. JB the owner and main instructor is a great leader and wants everybody to grow in the sport of Brazilian jiu jitsu and you will do whatever it takes to help you along your journey. What better way to release your negative energy in such a positive place. My daughter and I go there for a few years now and love the vibe that this place presents. Thank you JB, Chris, Nick, Tim, the awesome twins, sorry if I'm forgetting the other and storages names just so many to list. I can't say enough about this place it makes me feel as I'm home.IZZO

Great instructors. Clean. Friendly. Knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. Muay Thai,…read moreJudo, grappling, wrestling, and bjj. I've had a lot of fun so far. Great exercise mentally and physically.

I have given reviews for this place I now call home on a few platforms. 5 stars does not do…read morejustice, the coaches are phenomenal. They meet you where you are push you hard but don't kill you or belittle you. I absolutely love this place. I have dropped 30 pounds and feel better everyday. The friendships I'm making is priceless. The place is not bare bones but also not over the top like some flash but no substance gym.

Front desk staff is unfriendly, staff I'd not patient while teaching people, very unpleasant…read moreexperience. Staff spoke rudely to people in front of other guests.

I go there and everyone is super kind and it is 5 stars and and do after scholl I'm am a blue belt…read morethat goes to after school in second class and it Is super fun