I highly recommend this Martial Arts studio for classes and birthday parties. The owner has…read morepersonally worked on Hunger Games, Star Trek 3, and Warcraft! I've had parties for both my children at Ryouko and the staff here go above and beyond to keep the kids engaged and make the birthday boy or girl feel very special. They start the kids off with a basic Martial Arts class and they move into some really fun activities, which you can choose and tailor to your age group and preferences. Some of these games have included, Parkour tag, tug of war, dodgeball, etc. The studio is very clean and safe. Parents and adults can sit and relax while the kids get all their energy out with these structured activities. The staff help with everything to make for a very smooth party. HIGHLIGHTS: 1. My favourite part of the celebration is when we sing Happy Birthday and staff help the birthday boy, my son, cut his cake with a Samurai sword. 2. The birthday child gets to break a wooden board with a single punch in front of all their friends. Quite the confidence builder. 3. Birthday child gets a special gift from the studio. Ie. A cool t-shirt or hat. 4. The price is super reasonable. The best value I have seen for a party like this. 5. Plenty of plaza parking and right off the highway. Great place and amazing staff!

My children have been attending Ryouko since 2010. We are very impressed with the skills and…read moreknowledge the instructors possess. They are very motivating and committed to the kids. The leadership program is a fantastic program where junior black belts and black belts can learn to become instructors. I have seen my children's self-esteem and confidence grow and have heard nothing but positive comments from teachers at their schools. It is nice to hear that my kids are respectful to others and are great role models. I recommend Ryouko to everyone.

My two boys have been attending Master Kangs since they were 5 years old - they are second degree…read moreblack belts now. The instructors are considerate, passionate, helpful here. Life can really busy with two active kids and I really appreciate the flexibility in the scheduling at this school. It truly makes my life easier trying to fit in all the kids extracurricular activities.

You know Jackie Chan in Karate Kid - how he is the tough but kind instructor who was amazing at his…read morecraft but also cared about his student? That's what I was first reminded of when I first signed up my son here. Master Kang and his instructors motivated the kids and cared about making them better. Shortly thereafter, my older son (who initially swore he had no interest in martial arts because they make you do push ups and doing the same thing over and over again was hard and annoying) asked to join his brother for classes. Being heavier set and having quit multiple other martial arts training before, we didn't expect him to last more than a month but we proceeded. In a couple of months, not only was he still taking classes with his brother but he is even more engaged to do so. His kick height has doubled where it was before, his confidence has increased, he's more respectful and he's pushing himself harder and I credit the instructors and Masters for this. Seeing both my kids' improvements, my husband and I decided to sign up and learn with our children and unlike what we initially feared, we feel quite at home and Master Kang gave us the opportunity to take part in something important to our kids which became important to us too. We now all challenge and encourage each other to do better and I can't say any other martial arts gym have ever had our entire family as engaged as Master Kang's! Try it for yourself!!

Master Young Kim and his staff are amazing! Their focus and passion for your kids success is so…read moresincere. We shopped around for a few months for the ideal place for our boys and it was really obvious that Master Young Kim's TKD stood out from the rest. All other places seemed like a playground while at Master Young Kim TKD we experienced focused training and discipline while still having fun. Its on the pricey side but to witness our hyper boys focused and aiming to achieve in all other areas at home and school is so worth the penny!

If you are a parent like me who want to instill discipline and respect to you growing kids, this…read moreMartial Arts School is the BEST!!! All the instructors are kids friendly and really the Best in their craft. Your kids are surely safe and will learn from the Best.

I don't usually write reviews for anything but Leo Wongs Tae Kwon Do and Krav Maga is honestly the…read morebest martial arts/real-life self-defence school in Canada. I come from an immigration/security/law enforcement background and have lots of training in use of force as well as some martial arts. Before joining this gym I thought I had nothing to learn. Raymond showed me I know nothing. He has a no-nonsense way of training using real-life scenarios as well as demonstrates amazing skill and teaching ability. Even though it is a group class Raymond makes sure he spends time with each student working on his or her skillset. From day one they made us feel safe after we saw all the safety precautions in place for the safety of students. All equipment is clean and ready to use. The training facility is very clean and organized. There is lots of new equipment available for each student at no cost. I would recommend them to all my friends, male, female or even children. Each class is created for its intended, student. Last but on least I have lost 15 pounds in 2 months of training twice a week. Raymond motivates and inspires you to push yourself. Thank you for allowing me to take part in this amazing program

I have been taking the Krav Maga program for about a few years now and absolutely love it. Raymond…read moreis an excellent instructor who loves what he does. I love the camaraderie of the class very much as well. The level 1 classes are challenging and consist of a lot of cardio and self defense fundamentals. Level 2 and up is a whole new ballgame with intense drills, cardio and sparring. Raymonds classes offer a very positive and encouraging environment which keeps you coming back.

My daughter has been with Judokaa for years. Sensei Kevin and Sensei Ryan have a real passion for…read moreteaching, they teach so much more then judo. They help each child develop at their own pace and help them achieve individual goals. The dojo is always clean and Kevin keeps on top of and adhears to current health and safety rules and regulations that are continually changing.

From the owner: Judokaa Martial Arts is more than just a martial arts club! We are active in the community and…read moreparticipate in tournaments and demonstrations, province wide. Judokaa is Durham's only santioned Judo and Jiu Jitsu school. Come see what all the buzz is about, and give our family a try. You can print out one of our free week coupons, which will be emailed to you after completing the form after clicking the red button below, for a free week at our club.

Free Trial - you get what you pay for…read more Scarborough JJJ without the karate teacher should get a 5 out of 5 but falls short because: Alicia Sims - "sensei" who does karate at this place gets a 1 out of 5. She withheld my kids from me and yelled at me for trying to take them home. (When I tried to explain they're not enrolled in her class, she cut me off, didn't listen, yelled at me, and created a scene which was akin to a kid's tantrum.) Oh then, even though I hadn't said a word, she accused me of interrupting her class and making a scene. Everyone there says, "sorry, that's how Alicia is but try another class..." In my opinion, she's nuts! That said, everyone else there seems pretty cool. Our family, however, will not be taught by the unstable karate lady.

I've been to a lot of different dojos and the mats at the Scarborough Japanese Jiu Jitsu Club are…read morebest it gets! Perfect for practicing and getting adventurous as you learn the ancient Japanese art. Great, easy-going people to connect with as you develop new and practical skills while getting in shape!

Noel was running the bootcamp class that I attended and the workout really helped work on the…read moremuscles that I hardly use! He's very enthusiastic when hes running the class which is great! The class is 45 mins long but it's still sufficient enough to break a sweat (it's really depends on how hard you work). It consisted of running the track ladders, jumping through hurdles, some weight training focusing mostly on core and legs with some arms and some basic exercises using your own body weight. Some of the exercises required some good balance too like the "good morning squat". The gym itself was very clean, lots of open space, and the equipment are all in pretty good condition. There is plenty of parking on site and the change rooms are very clean with plenty of lockers for you to store your stuff. Make sure you bring your own lock! The only downside is that there is no water fountain so be sure to bring your own water. Overall, a fairly good workout. If you're looking to boost your cardio/endurance, this might not be the class for you. I find that this is better for people who wants to tone up.

From the owner: Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing, Muay Thai, Olympic Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Boot Camp Classes,…read moreYoga Classes, Zumba Classes, Socacize Classes, Personal Training, Nutritional Planning,

An amazing facility with instructors who are grounded, humble, and take an interest in who their…read moreclients are and what they need as an individual. Highly, highly recommend!

From the owner: Durham Muay Thai & Kickboxing is a fitness facility with activities for the entire family. We offer…read morea wide range of programs to suit the needs of every individual. Whether you're a high performance athlete looking to compete and further develop your skills, or a beginner looking to have fun and get into shape, our team has the tools and resources you need to achieve your goals and more. Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing, TRX Training, Kettlebell Training, Strength Training, Conditioning, Personal Training, Team Training

Started my Muay Thai journey here many years ago. The love and passion that Kru Mikey taught with…read moresparked a lifelong love of Muay Thai for me. Great team environment, expert level instruction (the man is multi time champ) and a really positive space for kids as well. They are also big on teaching chess and used to run tournaments on the side for the kids when I was there. Couldn't recommend this place any higher, a great place to start your martial arts journey! Convenient and easily accessible location as well!

Southside Muay Thai Academy was everything I was looking for, and then some. Their second location…read morelocated downtown Toronto was convenient and welcoming, with their first class free. The instructor Evan was incredible, coaching and inspiring people of different ages and levels of skill, and catered to my needs while being tough, instructive and encouraging at the same time. Most importantly, it was fun, and the awesome playlist was a bonus. I'll definitely be going back.

Fantastic school - my kids have been going for more than a year. The children learn discipline,…read morerespect (for self and others), all while getting great exercise and having lots of fun. The pricing is also very good (I had called around quite a bit before I went there), but what sold me were the teachers - they are wonderful people. They also do march break and summer camps with lots of trips - my kids had a blast doing them.

From the owner: In business for over 17 years, serving Toronto and area. We specialize in children's programs age 3…read moreand up and adult programs. We offer separate classes for all levels. Private lessons and personal training is available. Women's only kickboxing is offered several times a week. Come in and try our beginner special for Karate and Tae Kwon Do, which includes 3 lessons, an evaluation, 1 uniform, a white belt and a certificate upon completion. We also offer one free trial lesson in Combat Hap Ki Do, Kung Fu Kickboxing, and self defence. Our classes are offered 6 days a week, daytime and evenings. Come and see for yourself the benefits of martial arts which include improved co-ordination, discipline, patience, fitness, confidence and lots of family fun. Visit our location for a complete line of martial arts supplies. Also feel free to visit us online at www.risingsunmartialarts.com Learn to defend yourself in a fun and safe environment!