I had my first lesson today, and as a queer person I was very nervous. I was made to feel welcome,…read moreand I learned a lot in just my first lesson. I am exhausted, but very happy with my first lesson. I go back in 2 days, and I am looking forward to it!

I was traveling for work and called Jordan to see if I can train while in town. Super welcoming…read moreand friendly. Great instruction and training. Large mat space and had all levels of students. Thank you Jordan and all of Triple Crown for allowing me to visit! See y'all next time!

I have been studying with Bill Durbin, the Soke, or Headmaster, of Kiyojute Ryu Kempo, for 27…read moreyears. He runs his classes like clockwork, is very approachable and loving, and has been training and teaching since 1970. His Karate for Kids classes are well-attended and he knows how to properly teach kids, unlike many teachers who teach mostly adults. Bill has trained with the best of the best and has written many books on the subject of martial arts and self defense. Most of these are available on Amazon or Lulu.com. You can find out more at kiyojute ryu.org.

Best martial arts dojo around. Great instruction and a very positive vibe for students…read more Mind/body/spirit training for anyone that is interested in learning traditional martial arts. I've been training here for over 25 years and highly recommend!

I received an email from DTA today and I realized I never reviewed this academy although I had…read moreintentions of doing so years ago. Our son, Luke, attended DTA for a few years. He was diagnosed with Asperger's around the age of 4 years old and we were instructed to start him on medications. We disagreed and began occupational and speech therapy with our school district. We began looking for extracurricular activities he could participate in so we checked out DTA. We had concerns because at the time he was barely verbal and couldn't follow much instruction. We spoke with Mr. D about his diagnosis but also wanted to make sure that Luke was held accountable and treated, for the most part, like any other student. He loved it! Mr. D and his staff were incredibly gracious and much to our surprise Luke began learning patterns quickly having to remember several moves and techniques in order to move through different levels of skill. Several times he wasn't able to complete patterns to move through different belts and Mr. D didn't make exceptions if he didn't make it. However, he always encouraged him through his missteps and I witnessed Mike do this with other kids as well. Luke will soon be 17 yrs old and we are looking at colleges this spring. He has always viewed his years with DTA with fondness and it is clear that he was provided mentorship through several instructors as well as Mr. D. The money spent with DTA is really inconsequential for as much as we received in return. We can't recommend this place enough!

After just over two months our 8 year old daughter has achieved so much here…read more The staff is amazing and they love sharing this art with children. Mr.D and Mr.Z have dedicated their lives to helping children learn self confidence respect and discipline. The price is very very reasonable with unlimited amount of classes you can attend per week It is important to remember that this is an art and requires dedication to achieve greatness , but with the staff at DTA it is possible. Let Mr.D and his team give you and your whole family a gift they can share for a lifetime it will be one of the best things you can ever do

Still an amazing taekwondo school for all ages. Over these last few years I have learned self…read moredefense, balance, improved my flexibility, and have gained confidence. I'm also one test away from black belt which is a huge accomplishment for me. The class is open to ages 9 and up, and there is a kids class for ages 5-8. If price is a concern for you its only $40 a month without a contract which is the cheapest martial arts class fee I've seen in this area. Its never too late to start a martial arts, and I highly recommend this class for all ages. The it's located above Marty's Hops and Vines on Hamilton Ave. ~Contact Information is below ~ https://www.facebook.com/Kappas-Taekwondo-942431899148522/?__tn__=kC-R&eid=ARDxbZcTctK0I6uso1MZdXuNrx7mP5SGYNifrtWSPYI2EJUzel0-DpJEA8SLfw9z5mLpciNddUhDVdEK&hc_ref=ARTOvtZ_Xvu35i8Uwg379fbEuAjbfQpgpjLJElhDPieSdJ929YOvFfenRISFdxfpp0A&__xts__[0]=68.ARBcCXXEd2EHUqNUE9mWT3XdrtBpqyHUOfoiMpllR8KxLLNEd35z8gPebZlu5iW_0NdsOvqPUMBswbioknli1TRc7_wTglUWI7T_HJ9rktgMdaLcI-UbI_SB0lND_iuXKt5wFLzTM2cKXHG8w62alsmmP7rDNruGpE2Uy5kfZ9H8r1EHAmRathPKJJeGzaUNXK3LzMjmrafJ1X29QmGUKfHN01HH6Hj3I0cei2YRYdoQlyhGll868fAFLjQTfoVPFV8JWzINB6ktqzM2E-zxecTW2qEIiBeoPqI0cB1XUnOh8VUysYboyJkyPxsXt1Us_lFAO0PjeKygZVCdOhrjb2zWdPnsMkpCGj8o4_IeS9wkHtNwO9Q738JuTjwzhyw_ECQsvq3SgMCffPB6gLFQq-rSUpCCA9uj7HMLFUlaH6HSIOuxrM2cwh4Gr-2qEfZJr1PB83IU2Vmpch-Zn29q3UasjT-rWvs8SnioqLjGSN-0tt1rAo_OlbWM Kappastkd@aol.com

After About Time Kickboxing closed in Florence, most of the patrons switched to Son of Siam and I…read moream glad I made the switch too!! Focus is more on technique and lemme tell y'all technical skillz be workin u OUT!! Group classes offered Saturday 9:30am, Monday & Wednesday 6:45pm. Hopefully more morning classes will be added soon! (Hint hint )

This place is home. I enjoy every class. The vibe here is great and welcoming. Nate is a great…read moreinstructor and coach. I can't recommend it enough

I never even gave Karate a thought in terms of a "sport" for my kids...boy was I wrong! The amazing…read morething is, the teachings are geared more to everyday life than baseball or soccer per say...not that there's anything wrong with other sports of course, but when it comes to "values" Mr. Nelson teaches kids the basics...to be better human beings! I'm just so impressed with how my two kids have responded and I'll keep them here as long as they want to go! Thanks again for all your dedication to our children sir, you are making a difference!

My son has been going here for several years and is now a Black Belt. The instructors are excellent…read moreand they tea h more than forms and fighting. They teach life skills that everyone should know.

GJJKY is a great place to learn self defense, meet new people and work on bettering yourself as a…read moreperson.

I dropped into a couple gyms in Kentucky. Overall, I've dropped in at over 10 gyms and this gym is…read moremy favorite so far. It is very similar to my gym of 9 years and that's probably because they're both Pedro Sauer Association gyms. If you are part of PSA, you'll understand. Even if you aren't, you will learn some high level jiu jitsu and have fun doing it over here. This school has multiple instructors, and they are all highly technical and their classes connect which gives you a great learning experience if you're a beginner or an experienced jiu jitsu practitioner. I reached out online to inquire about dropping in since I was in town. They answered me back quickly with the class times. Upon arrival, The owner, Professor Scott Smith (4th degree Black Belt), welcomed me and introduced me to some of the staff and other members. I was able to take classes under multiple instructors and it just blew my mind on the details of each technique taught. In regards to the facility, there is a huge mat area and everyone can comfortably train. When you walk in, there's the front desk and a lounge area. They have changing rooms for males and females and two restrooms. They keep the facility clean and sanitize the mats after each class session (morning/evening). Do yourself a favor and check out this gym if you want to learn Gracie Jiu Jitsu!

Absolutely phenomenal facility! Massive place, good location, professional staff, and classes for…read morepretty much anyone with any type of experience. Very affordable as well. Highly recommended! 6 stars ;)

I was very leary about going back to a gym much less trying CrossFit. Everyone was very welcoming…read moreand understood that I wanted to take it slow. The trainers were incredible and always seem to find a way to modify whatever the WOD was. Its been 4 months and I am so glad that my sister encouraged me to go. Not only has my sister been very encouraging but everyone that works out there is also the same way. Keep it up TCCF.

Our family has been part of Nishime Martial Arts for almost 1 year, and I can honestly say it's one…read moreof the best decisions we've made. The instructors are not only highly skilled, but they genuinely care about the students' growth both on and off the mat. They teach discipline, respect, confidence, and perseverance in a way that truly sticks with the kids. My son Tj has ADHD and has grown tremendously--not just in martial arts technique, but in character. The environment is always welcoming, structured, and motivating. Whether you're looking for a solid martial arts program or a place that helps build life skills, Nishime delivers. We're proud to be part of this community and highly recommend it to anyone considering joining.

My son has gone to Nishime Karate for about five years. The growth he has shown in determination…read moreconfidence and focus is hugely contributor to Sensei Drew and Cole. They care about their students and show a passion for what they do. If you're looking for karate classes I would recommend this school.