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    Evolution Brazilian Jiu JItsu Academy

    5.0 (12 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    This is just one of the two rooms at Evo MAA, they have another room just as big specifically for BJJ. Lots of mat space!
    Chris L.

    Best martial arts academy in the Sparks, NV area! Pros: -Diverse: They offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do, Judo (fundamentals) and Goju-Shorei. They are a certified Charles Gracie BJJ affiliate school. Charles Gracie himself from the Gracie family stops by and does seminars here time to time. -Staff: Ray, owner/instructor, is very nice, humble, and knowledgeable as he studies multiple martial arts. He is a 4th degree black belt in standing, and brown belt in BJJ. As far as BJJ they have a Charles Gracie black belt, Jason, teaching that is very knowledgeable in BJJ. He breaks everything down into simple terms. Both are good at teaching both kids and adults. Great family atmosphere. -Gym: They have lots of gym space. I took is dedicated specifically for BJJ. They even have tournaments there frequently. Gym is always clean and neat. I personally have been going there on and off for BJJ for a few years. There is no pressure if you have no experience in martial arts, so just stop by and check it out. They are legit teachers and the students there are also experienced and competitive.

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    Amazing instructors, amazing atmosphere. This is definitively place where owners care about their students.

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    Just finished MY first class. Yes I am now a white belt....and my two purple belts find it hilarious.

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    Momentum Martial Arts

    5.0(15 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    We were invited to our friends son's birthday over the weekend which is the greatest idea for kids…read moreparty! We pulled up to the facility and my husband had told me it was previously a boxing gym he used to work out at so he was familiar with the place. As we walked in, we were greeted and was advised to fill out a liability form. There are no shoes allowed on the mats, so there was definitely a smell of shoes, socks, feet (similar to walking into Chuck E. Cheese in the 90's) area but as you walk in further in the smell dissipates. We were advised not to play on the boxing ring, which was ok but everything else was open! The best things that I loved was that they offered activities for the kids to do: tug a war, obstacle course, and nerf gun playtime! I noticed the instructors of the gym were interacting with the kids whether it was being chased with nerf guns or playing tug a war. They were teaching some kids how to properly kick! They also allow outside food advising food may be eaten on the green turf/carpet area. 90 minutes of play time and 30 minutes of food time is perfect! This is definitely a great option for birthdays to get kids energy out in a safe environment!

    We hosted a kids birthday party here and it was amazing! Absolutely perfect space for a fun filled…read moremorning Working with cassidy and her team was a breeze!

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    Freeman's Shorin-Ryu Karate

    Freeman's Shorin-Ryu Karate

    5.0(6 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    The review give by Mike is completely inaccurate. This Dojo (room or hall where judo or karate is…read morepracticed) is over the top helpful with instructors that go out of their way to help when a student is having difficulty. If a student gets hurt (which is rare but it is Karate, unarmed combat by definition) the class stops and the needs of the student is immediately addressed. The instructors are patient but do insist that each form or technique is learned correctly. As it should be, this is self defense. If not learned properly the student will be at risk if they ever need to use what they have been instructed. The student is never pushed to progress faster than they can but always receive positive reinforcement. An advantage I see in this school is that it has students that have belted in other forms of martial arts. This allows the new student with little or no background in Karate to get a broader perspective of Karate. The Dojo is true to it's style which is Shorin-Ryu so even while there are students that have studied other forms the instruction is pure Shorin-Ryu. It is a family like atmosphere not a military atmosphere like some schools I have visited. I have found this approach to actually help students progress faster with better skill because they are not directed with fear of making a mistake. In my opinion if you want to learn to protect yourself and are willing to practice along with showing up for class this is a school that will allow for very satisfying success

    Full disclosure we are friends with the Freeman's…read more I am writing this review not for today but the past. My children both took Karate here. I love Sensei Kelly as he is knowledgeable and loves what he does. He has a very kind demeanor, amazing amounts of patience and is able to teach even the youngest Karate. He is able to maintain respect in a fun and friendly environment. It is wonderful to watch the three year old class. Kelly teaches Japanese Okinawan traditional karate. This dojo also participates in several Karate tournaments throughout the year. This is a family owned and family run business. I could rave about this dojo all day.

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