Visited Durant for a business trip, decided to get some training in while I was there. Stopped in…read moreEmpire thinking it would be a small-town McDojo-type business. Was incredibly surprised with the high-quality instruction and high-level students. Completely blew my expectations away. Competition-quality instruction and techniques. Had some great rolls with lower and upper belts. Would 110% recommend anybody looking for BJJ classes in the area to go to Empire. Would give higher than a 5-star rating if possible. Very satisfied with my visit, will be back next time I'm in-town for business.

From the owner: Our mission is to build Community, Integrity, Discipline, and Confidence through Brazilian Jiu…read moreJitsu and kickboxing. We offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes for kids 3 years old and up. We also offer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing for adults. We would love to have you out to try a free class!

Great place join today you will be glad you did !!!!!! 3 years and up Adult,…read more become a new member today

I can sum this business up in one word: McDojo. I'm honestly sad because I wanted to like this…read moreplace, not for myself but for my kids. Unfortunately instead of being a place of learning, like my husband experienced taking karate as a child here in Durant, it's nothing more than an expensive belt factory. I expected a monthly fee, not a problem. What is a problem is having children test for their next belt within two weeks ($60 per test) of even starting. They haven't even learned anything worth testing for in literally 3 hours of overall practice time. And then to be told to expect them to test every two months if not more..that's not how this works. There is no set time that they should be ready to test. If you go to a class and look around you will see tons of children running around with different colored belts. Very young children. And there are quite a few with black belts. If that isn't the biggest indication that this is a McDojo, I don't know what is. So basically unless you have money to blow so that your kids can run around and have fun, and a lot of closet space for their spiffy colorful belts, I'd skip this place.

My son has been in Karate for 2 years. He has learned more than martial arts and self defense. I…read morehave witnessed the growth of my son into a mature young person. He has learned the importance of respect and honor. Not only has my son learned, but I have as well. I don't feel like I am someone paying to have my child take a class, I feel as though I am part of a family with Mr and Mrs. Perez and even some of the other parents. Being a single mom of an extremely high maintenance child, I can only express that Karate has given him a different kind of confidence and a strong attitude all because of what goes on in a 45 min class that remains consistent. Kudos to Denison Family Karate Center!! Ms. Robbins

From the owner: Junior Martial Arts Students Junior students range between…read morethe ages of 5-14 years. Students learn the three major elements: self-defense, forms, and sparring. Our class structure begins with courtesy and respect. Students condition not only their body but their mind as well. Students gain self control and become more motivated and focused.

This place rox! Hubby Kip and I have been kicking each other in the throat since the first month…read more The training is thorough! Master Shoffit taught me how to stop a knife attack, which is great because I am always getting beaten on and pistol whipped

Fantastic value! The staff along with grand master Shoffit gives a comprehensive open hand and…read moreweapons curriculum, for the beat price in the metroplex. Sign up today!

My family has recently joined the Sidewinder family, and we couldn't be happier. Integrity, honor,…read moreand hard work are staples of this academy and I am happy to have my family be part of it. The coaches are incredible, the skills are valuable, but the people are what makes it!

One of the best things you will ever do for yourself or your family. Programs starting from 3 years…read moreold and up. The coaching staff is knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the art with anyone who wants to learn. The community is unmatched and you will walk away with a tribe of people who will support you fiercely in all things. Your kids could not be in safer or better hands anywhere and the art of jiu jitsu instills so much confidence. Great female program which speaks volumes. Two locations in Whitewright and Sherman now. Don't hesitate, come try a class asap or bring your kids in for a class!