This dojo is awesome. I have two of my kids learning karate here and both instructors are very…read morehelpful, kid oriented, and very kind. Would highly recommend this establishment.

My family has been taking classes at North Peoria Karate Academy for the past year. We have found…read morethe instructors to be very knowledgeable and patient. They took the time to get to know my daughters. In the time that we have been going I can see the improvements in their confidence, balance, and flexibility. Their adult classes are also great for exercise and for building mobility and flexibility.

Great environment! The instructors are more interested in our progress than our money! Highly…read morerecommended!

From the owner: Simba Dojo specializes in teaching traditional Shotokan Karate-do. Shotokan Karate is one of the…read moremost widely practiced form of karate. We are family oriented and accept students of all ages.

I am absolutely in love with this place. It has a family feel, you feel like people who are…read moreappreciated, remembered, missed and welcome each time. I have 2 kids on spectrum who I'm always nervous can't stay on task like the typical kids, or who may look different. Everyone is appreciated for their hard work. There is no criticism, there is always praise, recognition and corrections are done in a discrete private way so kids don't even feel like they're doing things "wrong". Karate dave is a kid whisperer! Heck he's a people whisperer, the kids and parents can't help but hang on every word and direction he gives. He's stern but fun and he "sees" each kid, and the kids recognize that. He makes connections with them that come so natural to him. You can tell that he is all about the kids. I love listening to my kids being taught integrity, responsibility and self control. I currently have 3 kids enrolled and we are going on 2 months loving it! There are tables for parents to sit at, or chairs around whole mat. They welcome parents to help kids or hold up sparring mits for kids. There's an area with a fish tank, books and little chairs for siblings who may need to be kept busy and I believe they have a playground out their back door too :)

Karate Dave is super fun while teaching the kids respect and obedience without the child even…read morerealizing they are actually learning some great skills. My son loves his style, and so do we! My son says, "he helps us do cool stuff, and break boards", and "he has really cool parties at his dojo", and "he tells cool stories sometimes". ;)

Our 6 year old daughter started here and has learned so much. We've seen such an improvement in…read moreher focus and control. And the techniques to keep herself safe. The staff is amazing, and Mr G is such great teacher and patient with the little ones. All the instructors are committed to the martial art and passing on that commitment to the students no matter how young. I am so glad we found Desert Dragons.

I began studying Kenpo here three years ago. Nothing is given, everything is earned! The school…read more leadership is blessed with skilled instructors who not only teach, but also allows the studen time to learn. Mr. G is "real", he is a great communicator, and his main purpose is to teach every student how to get home safely. I highly recommend Desert Dragons Kenpo. It's the best!!

Kiddo is learning so much. It helps her with her tenacity…read more She's a little more bold as well. The teachers are very kind and supportive. It's family run, and they also hold some events for the community. Very cool. They encourage pursuit in excellence in school as well as on the mat. Some kids that have been there awhile, you can see how their behavior has changed as they grow to be more self-disciplined in classes. Overall, I think most kids would benefit from classes here.

Great folks. I attended their teen-adult for about two or so years before going to college, and now…read morehelp out with photographing their events. Both Abel and Sarah are very warm, welcoming people and want to see their students their students tap into their potential. For what it's worth, I would say you get a killer workout while being part of a great community. Martial arts- especially this academy- has helped shape me into who I am today, and I would recommend trying this place out if you're looking to get yourself or your kids into taekwondo.

Why is there only one review?…read more Best martial school in AZ. I only stopped going coz I moved to Chandler. Waiting for them to open a dojo in Chandler or Gilbert some day...

From the owner: Best Martial in peoria azread more

My son is loving this DoJo! The Sensi's are caring and attentive and just really care about all…read moretheir students. Strict yet they have fun. Very impressed. They have Adult classes too. My son has been at this dojo for 2 months and he is loves it, his skill have improved so much. I can't say enough about this DoJo. Just great!