This facility is amazing! I'm still sort of new (I joined last November) but it has been great…read more They teach you techniques that are actually useful in a street fight situation and they make sure you really understand why you are doing one thing versus something else. The instructors are very friendly and helpful as well as the students of the academy. Even if you aren't looking for self defense, maybe you just want a way to stay active, I highly recommend stopping by.

My boys have been participating in the Gracie bully-proof program since last fall (2015)…read more Cameron(and Kane) are great with the kids. They seem to enjoy what they are doing. The kids are learning and having fun. The place is clean, parking is ample. The classes are small but large enough for all the kids to participate with a partner. What makes this program different from others is the kids are learning to protect themselves without hurting the bully unless they have to which keeps them from getting into trouble with the school. Freuently you'll see the bully and the child trying to defend themselves getting into trouble. That should not be the case here as the kids are learning to subdue and apply pressure (pain) as needed without causing unnecessary harm to the bully. The techniques work with any size. You will often see small kids paired up with.larger kids because size does not matter here. If you can subdue the bully and apply a little pressure on those sensitive spots you get get someone to leave you alone. I cannot speak on the adult classes , however I assume the apply the same the same techniques just more in depth. I have seen fake weapons so I believe he teaches them how to disarm someone if need be. It is also a little gentler on the body than other martial arts.

Joey, the owner, is incredibly kind and extremely helpful. He helped correct some mistakes I was…read moremaking as I was sparring in the ring and had me feeling much more confident about my form within just a few minutes. He's also got a massive catalog of things you can order- probably 10x what's in the store already. My future training weapons, gloves, shoes, etc. are ONLY coming from Hoffmann Martial Arts Supply.

From the owner: Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Hoffmann Martial Arts Supply Co. supplies martial artists and…read morecoaches with the supplies they need to thrive. We carry supplies for kickboxing, wrestling, karate, judo, jiu-jitsu, boxing, taekwondo, kung fu, kobudō, and more. We also have a 18'x18' boxing ring in the store for sparring purposes as well as a training area. Come in to train, spar, or just test out our gear before you buy!

I was attending this gym for a solid year and a half for kickboxing and even tried doing jiu jitsu…read more I don't recommend this gym to anyone. If you aren't dedicated to this gym only your risk being thrown out and told to never return. The owner is someone who made doing jiu jitsu a hobby into something more. His teaching lacks depth and knowledge and for the price being charged it isn't worth it. I wish I had better things to say as I really looked forward to coming to this gym and participating in kickboxing, but since kickboxing was abruptly shutdown and is no longer being offered I'm gladly taking my money elsewhere to support a female run gym.

Classes ended abruptly and without warning. We had class the night before and was told at seven AM…read morethe next morning they were closed permanently. Had to ask for my refund rather than automatically refunded for the inconvenience. Incredibly unprofessional. If you want to train here, just know you will be looked down upon if you want to train anywhere else even if you want a well rounded jits and fitness knowledge. This is not a place of support for students or instructors. I would consider many other locally owned gyms before I ever even think about taking another class here. Won't be back.

Kroyler has world class jiujitsu and world class instruction that falls in line with his families…read morestories traditions. I have long said He is the best kept secret in one the best sports families in history. With the standards for excellence he holds himself and his team to it won't be long before he and his team won't be a secret anymore. If you live nearby (or within driving distance) and want to train jiujitsu you owe it to yourself to make a visit to see him and his crew.

Today was my very shy son's first class and I am blown away with the patience and understanding the…read morestaff has shown. He was so nervous to begin, and to learn in front of others, but promised to try it out. By the end of class, he was beyond excited to come back tomorrow and is looking forward to future instruction. To witness that kind of change in your child in such a short amount of time is priceless. I am so grateful to have found a school that has such amazing instructors, who genuinely love teaching. I can already tell Kroyler Gracie BJJ is going to have a profound impact on my son and family as a whole.

Wonderful instructor with experience and verifiable skill (he's a legit black belt)…read more As a women I was nervous going in to a Jiu Jitsu class that was mostly men but over the years we have had both men and women as well as children join the classes and everyone is welcomed and encouraged. It's the best place in Michiana to train

I loved the lady who was at reception, helping me sign my son up. I was sold with all the medals…read morethey won and all the things they teach the students. So my son is a beginner and they were made aware of this and said he could join in with the rest of the students. He doesn't know the basics and they throw him in with all these tournament kids. The instructor showed the group how to do these advanced moves only once and he made the kids partner up to practice it. The kid that was partnered with my son was frustrated because he wasn't doing it right. My son was frustrated and upset because he didn't know exactly what to do. I don't blame the child, he's not a teacher. I blame the instructor. I watched all this happen and I was LIVID. Do not take your child here if they are not experienced. My son was dealing with confidence issues as is, and this made it worse. Thanks alot!

Vary awesome place to learn self defense everyone has a positive element feels like family and…read morethe lessons are awesome classes are an hour wich is convenient to those who have busy sceduals

From the owner: We are a traditional martial arts studio with classes available for both children and adults. Our…read moregoal is to help our students recognize the many benefits of Karate training all while having fun.

We started my youngest here over a year ago. She struggled with staying still and mild impulse…read morecontrol. Everyone was so helpful with her, even when she had days she didn't want to be there. Whenever they notice a kid is struggling to be there, they give them lots of positive reinforcement. All the parents are wonderful and clap and cheer for all the kids to celebrate everyone's success. The kids are constantly encouraged to cheer each other on. A few months after my youngest started, I signed my older child up. She struggled with sticking up for herself and being too scared to use her voice. They've helped her find her voice and confidence. I loved what I saw in my kids so much, I joined the adult class myself! I've been going for coming up on a year and cannot say enough good things about what it's done for me. I did not start out in shape at all, I work a desk job. I feel better in all aspects of my life. It's more than just exercise. I love everyone who works here and my fellow students. If even the smallest part of you is interested for you or your child, I HIGHLY recommend it. They let you try classes to see if it's a good fit, but I promise you'll fall in love with it.

My granddaughter Zoey is quite the active child. She plays hockey, is involved in cheer and plays…read moresoccer when her schedule allows. She received a free week of martial arts and fell head over heals So much so her best friend also joined and adores the experience. I really appreciate the focus on respect, the ability of the instructors to relate to the children as well as the physical strength the students are obtaining. I give my full stamp of approval as well as my appreciation to the staff for their dedication to the enrichment of today's youth. Sharyn Harmeyer