I was looking for a really nice martial arts facility in the broader Indianapolis area and after…read moresome extensive search I finally found it. Having trained with Antoni Hardonk at Dynamix MMA in Los Angeles and a world kickboxing champion back in Russia I had a solid kickboxing foundation but couldn't find a gym in Indy that would be equally satisfying and being as much joy. I researched a lot of martial arts and was always interested in Krav Maga and Sambo as the most practical and applicable in real life and it was great to find a certified Krav Maga venue nearby. After a free class I needn't have convinced myself anymore - I got the right vibe of the place and signed up the same week. Krav Maga Worldwide Indy is like a big family and I only met nice people here. Everybody is helpful and a great partner to practice all sorts of techniques. Jeff, Kevin, Mike, Junior are all different but equally amazing coaches who care about their students and are very knowledgeable. Long story short - I highly doubt there's a better self defense gym in Indy with highly qualified coaches and a great bunch of people to train with. It is worth every penny to come here and learn so one day KM could save yours or someone else's life.

I tried a class back in December, and I was HOOKED. The facility is in a great location right off…read moreof 116th and Allisonville, right next to Kroger. Be prepared to SWEAT and feel so empowered. It's a great feeling knowing that you are working towards the goal of not only getting stronger, but you're learning skills to protect yourself and your loved ones. I've trained with a variety of the instructors here and I can honestly say I love them all- they will have different training techniques so it's great to get different perspectives. There are classes almost daily so it can fit almost any schedule. I'm proud to be part of the Krav family! Anyone who is skeptical should give it a try- you can get a free first class. Everyone is so welcoming and they work with any fitness level. It's so worth it!

My 13 year old son and I came here for a boxing lesson. The facility is clean, bright and has the…read moreneeded equipment to teach boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai. The people who train here appeared to be well trained. I observed a Jiu-Jitsu class. It was well taught. When the boxing started we jumped rope, push ups, sit ups. Then my son and i spared. We started on the mat, then moved to the ring. Later we moved to heavy bag work. The workout went well, we game out feeling good and sweaty...

Excellent Staff & Location. I've learned so much. Friendliest & Toughest Dojo. Jason is regularly…read moreTeaching what is the best, most effective & newest ways to execute Techniques. Thanks Guys!

I have been going to Triumph for over 4 years now. The coaches, owners, and other members are…read moreamazing. There are no egos and everyone there is genuinely trying to help everyone else be better. They have a good mix of people from young kids trying to learn life skills and confidence, to competitors looking to win Golden Gloves (of which the team has won many times!), to people looking to just get in shape and not compete. They even have a Masters Boxing team for people over 35 years old that want to compete and/or get in shape and stay active.

Tim is awesome! Experienced, and quick response , quick response! I would highly recommend Tim.read more

This is an excellent place to learn martial arts. The lessons are high quality and the results are…read moregreat. Our child's self-control, discipline, and confidence all increased a lot. It made a big difference in his life. Putting him in karate with Master Ling was the best decision we made for him.

This is the real deal of Tai Chi. When I started at this wonderful studio, I had pains in my joints…read moreand over 6 months the pains left and I found myself getting stronger physically and mentally. My memory became sharper and I felt much happier in general. Dr. Ling is continuously teaching and helping his students get better and enjoy the health (mind and body) and the martial side of this rich art. There are not many instructors that possess such a mastery and awareness of martial arts as Dr. Ling. There are so many aspects integrated into the program to help one grow in a healthy and strong manner. The people that attend the classes are wonderful and from various walks of life. Definitely a winner to be experienced and signup for the long term! My only regret is not signing up sooner!

KruFit is outstanding and Coach Jamie's professionalism and integrity are beyond reproach. She…read moregenuinely cares about her students and is clearly an expert in her craft. Coach Jon is also excellent to work with and is incredibly knowledgeable. The gym is very welcoming and I would recommend KruFit to anyone.

The instruction and camaraderie at KruFit are beyond compare. Sure, you'll get an excellent workout…read more- but you'll gain so much more as a member. You'll learn practical self defense (and by practical defense, I mean landing a nice jab to the face, lol), learn the art of muay thai with clean technique and get out-of-this-world coaching if you decide to compete. More importantly, you'll meet and befriend people from all walks of life who would be more than happy to welcome you. Unlike many gyms I've been to, you won't find a "bro-ey" atmosphere. You won't be judged for wanting to simply get a workout in, or being overweight, or for being completely and utterly clueless about fighting (like I was). Everyone has been at the starting line and everyone has a story to tell. No one knows this better than Jamie Bradley. I love everything about this gym and I love everyone there.

I often tell friends and neighbors: if the way that the owners of this studio speak to my child…read morebecomes the way that my child speaks to himself in his mind, I will be the luckiest parent in the world. This studio teaches the perfect combination of grit/resilience, self-respect, and growth mindset. Kids do hard things here and try hard because they are encouraged and supported. Since starting at this studio I have seen a tangible difference in my child's resilience, confidence, self-control, physical sense of balance, and overall physical strength, and school teachers noticed, too. The class lengths are the perfect amount of physical activity and focus for after school, the schedule is flexible, the price point is a steal, and I can even walk down to Kroger to grab milk while my kiddo is here. Best thing I've signed my kid up for.

We have looked all over for a martial arts studio for our children, but have been disappointed with…read moreall of them, except Geist Martial Arts! No contracts, unlimited classes, no hidden fees, rates for the average family! This is what we were needing for our kids to have an activity all year around, allowing achievements, self confidence growth and socialization! The family owned practice is accommodating and even helped us out when our payroll had an issue- pushing our billing back a week. If you're looking for karate for your kids without breaking the bank while building growth in your children's lifestyle, look no further!!! This is the spot!

My child's school has closed due to Covid-19. I called to put my child's account on hold for 1…read moremonth to see how this plays out and not subject him unnecessarily to the close body contact this virus spreads by. I was repeatedly told "you're on contract" "If your child gets sick we will take a note from the doctor" so our children have to get Covid-19 before they will take it serious. I am not so sure that I want to send my son to a place that does not have his health and safety as a top priority. I asked what happens when we die then who's paying this contract? I also asked to speak with the owner of the company, at first told there was no way I could. Then was told to call back tomorrow. Adults are one thing OUR CHILDREN are different. We are to do our best to protect them and this should be a place that is on the same page! The schools close but this place knows more than the whole district? They should be respectful of the sensitivity of this situation and have a plan! They should want all the kids to return without getting sick not wait and see.

Exercise extreme caution before signing anything. Like any business that sells you a workout plan,…read moreyou are just as accountable for attending the classes as they are holding up their end of the deal. However, I experienced a breakdown on their end immediately. The private lesson that I was given as my first free lesson was very encouraging. I was excited about losing that extra 20 pounds and was preyed upon by these sales people. Immediately following this lesson I was put in a sales office with the owner. He told me FOR THE FIRST TIME that this lesson wasn't really free. Keep in mind that I was already done with the lesson at this point. The deal was that if I didn't sign up for their high pressure legally contracted lesson plan that I NOW HAD YO PAY OVER $100 FOR MY "FREE" LESSON! I was uncomfortable with their sales approach of essentially tricking people in to signing up or paying for that lesson... but they got me... I signed on the dotted line. In this meeting I was promised over $500 worth of equipment included as part of what I signed up for... I received a T-shirt... which they asked me to pay for at first and then was told that I needed to spend literally hundreds of more dollars on essential equipment that came from them. I was ignored and taken away from the group when I mentioned that "I signed up for the package where my equipment was included." The instructor tried to separate me and give me a pair of gloves to "shut me up." The reason I wrote this review is because of one thing. I was paying them over $150 per month to work out there. I told them that I did not feel I was given what was promised and the classes are NOTHING like your "free" private lesson on the first day. I had paid on time in full for 4 months and sent them an email. I asked about terminating my contract because I didn't feel they were holding up their end and requested to sit down with them. Immediately I was met with a legal letter telling me that I was lazy and wanted out because I'm of low moral character. The letter went on to say that they were threatening legal action. I was blown away, I asked for a meeting to discuss something and had never missed a payment and that's what I got. This business clearly wasn't for me and I should have never signed up for something I was this uncomfortable with, but I was motivated by trying to improve my body. All I will say is please don't sign anything until you have went to a few of the regular scheduled classes and have 100% of the information about what they will expect you to purchase from them once you are a member. Don't let your feelings about your body cloud your judgment about this business. I would recommend declining the "free" lesson and paying for a few GROUP sessions before ever signing anything. I was trapped by a contract to workout somewhere that I was uncomfortable with taught by people who I was very uncomfortable with.

I took bellydancing here with Celeste for about six months. I had to take a break due to scheduling…read moreissues, but I hope to be back as soon as possible. I can't say enough good things about Celeste (or Isabelle, her real name). She's very approachable, funny, a good teacher and has an adorable French Canadian accent. A six-week course costs $60, meaning that each hour-long lesson is only $10. Worth every penny, I tell you! If you've ever been remotely interested in bellydancing, I highly recommend studying here with Celeste. The facility also is home to, as the name would suggest, Aikido and T'ai Chi classes, as well as some other dance classes. It's in a fairly convenient location right off of Binford Boulevard.

As with Sarah's review, I also take bellydancing with Celeste here (http://celestebellydance.com/)…read more She's awesome, dancing is awesome, and the building is alright. Everything that Sarah says still holds true. I don't really know anything about the Aikido here, but I do know it's kind of funny to bellydance in one room while they yell and grunt in another.

Master Stephen and his dojo are amazing. He does such great work with our son. I can see a…read moredifference in him since he's started his lessons almost 3 weeks ago. He's eager to learn and is excited to go to his lessons. Definitely would recommend.

From the owner: Bring your family and join ours! Apex Taekwondo Center teaches the dynamic, high-energy martial art…read more of Taekwondo. Each lesson focuses on teaching a specific Life-skill. Whether you are a beginner or athlete, Apex Taekwondo Center has a program for you. Offering many class options, there are classes to fit all schedules and student levels.

I love the Barre Code! If you're into barre classes, community, a fun atmosphere, and a 5 minute…read morestretch to end your class, you'll love it here! The instructors are helpful and supportive, and you'll get a great workout every time!

Last night I had the privilege of checking out Barre Code for the first time as recommended to me…read moreby fellow Yelper's, Sara and Brooke. The experience kicked off in the best of ways with a very friendly welcome and tour of the space. I was really impressed by how large their building as in how many rooms and classes they were able to host at the same time. they offer a small shopping area three dressing rooms and several different weights to coordinate with different classes. My particular visit was for the hot stretch class which included intense stretching in a heated room for 30 minutes. It seemed that this was just what my body needed after a few days of spin classes. Note that if you do not have a mat, you can rent theirs for two dollars as well as towels and water bottles. I also appreciated that their first sample class was only eight dollars for new customers. Often times the $20 for a first class at other studios makes it a bit too much when you don't know what you're getting into.