5 stars plus another 5 stars for these nice folks who TRULY go above and beyond to help women stay…read moresafe and feel empowered. I took their 4 hours class last week. It was intense, a lot of physical stuff. I'm in my 50's and ( I thought) in pretty good shape, but it was still a very good workout. I learned quite a few things about self defense tactics and security awareness in general. The large class was full of really great supportive women and the instructors and their assistants were incredibly kind and knowledgeable. Despite it being a large class there were a good number of instuctors so the student to instructor ratio was fine. If I had a question there was always someone right there to answer it. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Smart Girl Self Defense by Jackson Wink is a self defense class where girls and women can come…read morelearn practical self defense. The minimum age to attend our self defense classes is 12 years old. This class is designed to gain more awareness and teach how to avoid an attack and how to deal with dangerous situations. Even we discuss about psychology and neuroscience that affects our mind and body during the time of stress. Join us today and learn to escape dangerous physical confrontations.

I started attending G3 Combatives Training Center to observe a class, I was impressed by the level…read moreof instruction and the intensity of it. The Instructors Manny and Kat are excellent, they take the time to correct form and explain the drills and lessons. It is a welcoming atmosphere.

I've been studying krav maga for 6 months and attending this gym weekly for ~1 month. Manny and Cat…read moreare exceptionally knowledgeable, professional, and kind. I've just signed up for a monthly unlimited contract and am looking forward to making G3 my full-time dojo. If you, like me, want to perfect your form and learn the proper way to fight, I highly recommend G3. I also want to note that the culture of this dojo is not "bro"...I have felt nothing but comfortable as a woman and being 100% out about being a lesbian. Important for those who want to bring their whole selves to their practice! I couldn't be happier that I've found G3!

I started here about 2 years ago and now have my 4 year old in their Tiny Champions class. The…read moreincredible staff and students create an atmosphere where you can't help but feel a sense of belonging. Hats off to Gracie Barra for making what would normally be a daunting first time experience something we look forward to every week!

Would recommend any day. Everyone there is so welcoming and on your first visit everything is…read moreexplained so well.

I am a member of Anytime Fitness in Southern NM and I was visiting my son the week of November 17…read more During my time in Rio Rancho, I went to 3 other gyms in the area. One day I was going to Costco nearby so I decided to go to this location. When I checked on Yelp, it didn't have any ratings. I drove there and the gym had large windows facing the street and the two sides of the parking lot. I couldn't see any people inside, or the lights on and the door had one of those realtor key lock box. My first impression was that it wasn't open yet or that they have closed. I drove around the property again and I finally saw a person inside, so I parked and went in. When I walked in there was a gentleman inside the office and I asked him for the WiFi password. He pointed to a sheet of paper and asked me to first read the gym's rules. I did and I told him that they were the same as my home base AF. I asked when did they open. He said that in February of this year. The place is small, but everything looks brand new, with the newest equipment of any AF that I have visited. I retired from the hospitality industry so I am very picky in sanitation and looks of places that I visit. The place is pristine! My only negative observation is that they have paper towels and a spray bottle without a label as a cleaner. I prefer gyms that have antibacterial gym wipes as some of the clubs have. Otherwise, the gym is excellent and I wish the owners great success.

From the owner: Personal Trainers and Nutritionist on site! Yoga and Self…read moreDefense Classes! Physical therapy Clinic coming soon! Private, Small Group or Group Training all available!

After wondering about the program and being unsure of what it could do for my children, I can…read moreproudly say that I have been bringing my kids here for about a year now. The program is not only good for their physical health, but their mental health. After the pandemic came and my kids were stuck at home all the time, they really suffered from not seeing friends and family. Involving them in Gracie Barra has been life-changing for them. They are learning not just about self defense, but about taking pride in yourself, how to treat others and yourself with respect, time management, and so many other small life lessons I see them absorbing every day on the mat. The professors truly care about the children and the kind of people they turn into. I would very highly recommend this school to anybody - adult or child - that wants to learn something about themselves.

The best martial arts gym in Albuquerque! The place is super clean. They teach Brazilian JuiJitsu…read moreand Judo as well. They have an amazing kids program and they won first place in the winter tournament! Highly recommend this place!!!

These guys are amazing at training security guards. I got trained by them for both my level 1 and…read morelevel 2 and I have to say, they gave me all of the tools I needed when Something happened at my post while I was working my first month with Securitas. Instead of just showing you a DVD and passing you along, they put you through drills and scenarios to get you to gain the instincts of a good security guard. At first, I have to admit that it felt like they were just trying to make you feel stupid and think you can't do anything right, but at the end of the day, you realize what they're really trying to do is make you understand just how important it is to analyze every situation you're in and be mindful that your actions have consequences. I would highly recommend 3D to anyone who wants to really learn how to do security the right way.

I took 3D Security Training's Personal Protection class a few weeks ago and it was EXCELLENT. The…read moreinstructors were engaging, and it was a great mix of quality information and hands-on practice. It has really changed the way I pay attention to my surroundings. The information was really easy to understand, and it was easy to incorporate right away into my daily actions. The staff of 3D is very friendly and helpful. They really care about what they do and are there to help you in any way possible. These are the people you want to learn from!

I can't thank the Blackman's and staff enough. The last 6 years have been awesome. Soon my youngest…read morewill test for her black belt. It is one of the best things I've done as a parent, making her come to class when she didn't want to. It has paid off. Whether next month or in 6 months my daughter will have a black belt. But more importantly, her journey has taught her consistenency and persistence pay off. And she's gained courage, confidence, self discipline, focus, a little tenacity, and the list goes on. And, learning to stick with it has paid off in other things in which she is involved. Her various coaches have noticed her body awareness, and self control, that she gets right back up and moves forward even after bad falls that make other kids want to stop and go home. And, she keeps pushing through until she reaches her goals. If that sounds like I am bragging on my kid, I'm not. This review's not about my kid. I'm bragging about what TKD has done for her, and about the impact of martial arts training, and Blackman's TKD in particular. I'd recommend Blackman's to anyone - child or adult. They are super good with kids. Plus, by the way, now that Covid is with us - The Blackman's have gone the extra mile making sure their facility is well ventilated, and squeaky clean. Their sanitizing procedure is ... probably overkill in my opinion. I'm thinking its beyond anything required. But, better to err to the side of caution, right? At Blackman's they do. I know I am thoroughly safe sitting there watching my kid train.

Our son was criticized for having a Gospel verse on his black belt…read more After spending around 5 years at Blackman's, including becoming Legacy Program members, we've come to learn who the Blackmans really are. If you want the short version we'll say this: They believe they are the be-all and end-all of martials arts in Albuquerque and will attempt to bully, harass and intimidate anyone (staff, students and even parents) who do not toe the line and show unconditional loyalty. If you want the longer version, read on... In order to earn a black belt, you will be required to sign your child's rights away via a non-compete agreement (Image 1, 2 & 3) The Blackmans will not disclose this until just a couple of months prior to the black belt test after you've already spent thousands of dollars and countless hours to get to black belt. They do this purposefully because they know at that point you won't say no. The agreement positions your child as an employee (Image 1, Sec. 3). The reason for the non-compete is because Phillip believes he owns the copyright on taekwondo forms and wants to prevent any potential competition across the entirety of martial arts, even disciplines he doesn't teach (Image 2). While his "student manual" is indeed federally protected, the law says that the forms and movements therein are not copyrightable. We managed to navigate not signing the non-compete because our son's paperwork was not reviewed until after the May 2026 black belt test. After the black belt test we were told by Brooke and by JohnMark that his embroidered black belt would be withheld until we capitulated to their demands and signed away our minor child's rights. So instead, we ordered a custom belt for our son that has his name and his favorite verse from the Gospel of John (John 8:12). During an early September 2026 meeting involving Phillip, Kristine, JohnMark as well as me and my wife, Kristine told us we were the only parents in 30+ years who refused to sign the non-compete. She was not happy about it. JohnMark was critical and dismissive that our son opted for a Gospel verse instead of Blackman's name. JohnMark's dismissiveness of our son's desire to have a Gospel verse on his black belt stinks of religious discrimination. We were told tradition demands that black belts wear the name of their dojang to show it off with pride to other schools. But who are they showing it off to? The Blackmans don't even attend competition with other schools. Instead they have in-house tournaments that will cost you more money for participation trophies. And you'll have to pay for those participation trophies four different times in order to get a black belt. For too long we've watched the Blackmans and now JohnMark, bully, defame, and intimidate students, instructors and other staff members (both current and former). We've watched the Blackmans threaten frivolous lawsuits against former employees. Even parents have been accosted and had their loyalty questioned. They seem to forget who is paying whom. Before the Blackmans try to refute what we've shared, in the interest of transparency, please know everything in the review is backed up with either documented evidence or supported by their own words on audio recording. Finally, think twice before believing the 5-star reviews. Phillip pays for them every testing cycle by offering a cash or gift card raffle in exchange for 5-star reviews.

this academy has a very positive and inclusive environment. the professors and coaches are always…read morewilling to help you learn. they bring excellent skills and deep knowledge to bear when teaching

our son has been going to Muay Thai here for over a year and it's been a great experience. would…read morerecommend this place.