I was visiting the area for the holidays and wanted to get some mat time in. I reached out via text…read moreto Star Jiu Jitsu and got the okay to drop in on a morning class. A handful of guy there of varying skills and belts. Everyone was welcoming and friendly. Had a great time with some great people. Thank you for the hospitality and rolls!

Star Jujitsu has been such a gift for our family! In just 2.5 months, my 4-year-old daughter has…read moreabsolutely blossomed. Her confidence has taken off, she's learning so much, and the discipline she's picked up is showing in the sweetest ways at home. She loves Coach Cain, Coach Yousef, her classmates, and looks forward to every Tuesday and Thursday like it's a holiday. And let's be honest -- teaching a room full of 4-6-year-olds is basically the martial arts version of herding caffeinated kittens. But these two coaches do it with so much patience, passion, and skill that it truly feels like magic. You can tell they love what they do, and it shows in the way these kids grow under their guidance. I'm beyond grateful we found this place, and I'm so impressed I'll be joining soon myself! Thank you, Coach Cain and Coach Yousef, for everything you pour into these little warriors. You're making a real difference, and we appreciate you more than you know.

I came into castle hills taekwondo and was initially trying to provide him with a service. After he…read moresaid no, I then shifted the conversation to my personal interest in taekwondo. He gave me a very detailed run down of what his classes entailed and the typical structure of them. After just a brief conversation with him I now know more about taekwondo than I ever could've imagined. Real classy gentleman!!!

Amazing! Great owner. Great staff. I can't say enough!! Learned so much about being a positive…read morethinker. Empowering.

We signed up my 6 year old and so far it's been great even the young kids teaching the class for…read morethe little ones do a fantastic job making your the kids are learning and having a great time. I recommend this place to anyone who has kids and wants them to learns confidence and self defense at the same time. Thank you Synergy!!

I started this program a few months ago and it was the best decision I have ever made. Master…read morePechacek, his wife Susan and Instructor Jeff Shelton have made a definite impact in my life physically and mentally. I have lost alot of unwanted pounds, built confidience in myself and have learned to respect and help others. We are one big family and everyone, no matter what rank helps and respects others. If you are looking for a great program to get in shape, learn discipline, respect, self-defense and to make great friends, Lewisville or Carrollton ATA is the place to be.

Great studio to work out for any and every one! Very clean and organized. Staff here is wonderful…read more Staff here is knowledgable, skilled, and want to teach and exercise with you. They keep adding more and different classes as well which is awesome. If you want to learn Karate, I'd recommend coming here as well. A lot of different classes to fill any need. Really nice prices as well and the studio here is so big and bright.

For those who know me, I preached Kenpo. I was a 2nd Degree Brown Belt, and I was ready to test for…read more1st Degree at the time I was shelved. I just needed to polish my staff set. I had already stripe tested everything else. I put in dozens of hours volunteering. I was on payroll for a while as well, as an asisstant instructor in the sparring program. I *loved* sparring, and I *loved* teaching it. My constant gushing about Kenpo led several folks to either sign themselves or their children up. Last year I was diangosed with cancer and my doctors told me I needed to take a break. The owner told me to take care of myself and not to worry, they would be there for me when I was ready. Fast forward 9 months. My cancer was in remission and I was ready to return. When I reached out to the owner he told me he was excited to have me back, and told me I could come back at the "new member rate". I'll save you from a ton of math here, but the short of it is my kids and I attended for $391. This included unlimited classes, sparring, sticks, etc. The new rate would be $1200 a month for each of us to attend one class per week. When I expressed that this was out of my budget, he told me I could just end my daughter, and I could sit in the stands and "watch". At this point I reminded him that he had promised to hold my rate, and sent him screen shots of the conversation. I wasn't angry. I just wanted him to realize I wasn't asking for special treatment here. After 7 years of attending that school, when I was told I could return at that rate, I was shocked when he blew me off. At this point he basically just stopped responding to me. When i made a facebook post and tagged the the studio and explained what happened, he simply blocked me. His way of dealing with his lies is to block me and ignore me. After 7 years of considering that studio to be a part of my family. He is unhinged these days. He literally just posted about how one of the schools he workls with "doesn't understand him" because he told them he was going to put there account on hold due to low membership. They couldn't believe he would act this way after working with him for ovger 15 years, so they asked him to leave. All he cares about is money these days. Please stay away. This is not a place where you learn martial arts. This is a palce where you buy a belt, if you can afford it.

Learn from the best in the nation. NATIONAL CHAMPS! BEST place for my son to learn lifelong skills…read moreand enhance his confidence! He usually groans about going to after school activities, but he is ALWAYS excited for Taekwondo! I think this is because he gets to be himself, feel powerful and in control, but also feel like a BIG kid following directions and discipline during his lesson. We love opportunities such as tournaments and camps to further enhance his experience. Master Kim & his protégés know how to keep kids engaged and happy. Shout out to Andrew who goes out of his way to help Ryan feel comfortable when he gets a bit shy.

Excellent facility and instructors. Super program for kids and adults. Motivational, encouraging…read moreand fun for the whole family. Self defense, taekwondo and morals taught in a fun and challenging manner.

Red Tiger Karate is hands-down the best karate program that we found for our son after shopping the…read moreother programs around north TX. The program has completely transformed our son, who was frequently bullied at school. He now has the confidence to better-deal with stress, and is better at accepting 2nd place too, because the program teaches the students about training not only their bodies, but also their mind and spirit. The teachers are super-approachable, and have certainly answered every question we have had. I am puzzled about the previous reviews, because those comments are completely opposite of our experiences. I recommend Red Tiger without reservation! It has done wonders for our son and for us as a family.

My family has been going to Red Tiger for over 10 years…read more They appeal to all levels and the cost can't be beat. We've had a great experience and it has had a really positive experience to my sons' lives. They are both junior black belts and my oldest son is about to test for his adult black belt. Spurred by their interest my wife joined a few years ago and now helps instruct the younger classes. Maybe I'm next.

If you're looking for high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Carlson Gracie Team stands out as one of the…read morebest. The instruction is technical, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the focus on fundamentals builds real, effective skills. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, the coaching, discipline, and team culture make it a top-tier place to train.

I wanted to share what a positive impact my time at Carlson Gracie (formerly Gracie Barra) has been…read moreon my life. I have always had an interest in Jiu Jitsu, but felt intimidated getting started. Although I played sports, I had no martial arts experience prior to starting. After the birth of my son and maintaining a stressful job, I knew I needed a outlet for stress. I finally decided to give it a try. Professor Andre, Camila, Patricia, and Gary all were so welcoming from the moment that I first walked into the gym. I tried one other gym before Carlson Gracie and it was night and day the difference in atmosphere. You can tell that everyone at CG is passionate about BJJ and the positive impact it can have on your life. One aspect of the gym I really want to emphasize and was unexpected was the social element. I can truly say that I feel like I have bonded with many of the other members and have made many friends through jiu jitsu. The culture is very encouraging and fun and it is not uncommon for people to stick around after class to talk and have a good laugh together. Before starting, (based on stories I read online about BJJ in general) I was concerned about more advanced students engaging in intimidation or hazing practices. I am happy to say at CG the complete opposite is true. The more advanced students have clearly had good training and go out of their way to make people feel welcomed and to teach to your ability. Professor Andre, Patricia, and Gary are all actively competing which means they are at the top of their game. Professor Andre was been ranked in the top three nationally for his weight class (something I didn't know until I got started). Despite this, they treat everyone who walks in with dignity, respect, and care. The coaches are very attentive, focused, and dedicated to helping you be the best you can be no matter your size or athletic ability. During warm ups, drilling, and rolling they are enthusiastic, excited, and incredibly perceptive concerning giving precise feedback that can help you improve. You can tell considerable thought goes into maintaining a culture that mixes fun and competitiveness which really makes you want to keep getting better. In addition to the culture, training, and atmosphere being top notch, this is also a great option for getting into shape. Over the course of four months I lost about 30 pounds from going to train consistently. I can honestly say at age 37 I am likely in the best shape of my life in terms of cardio and flexibility. This is not something I thought I would ever say as I was nearing 40. Concerning the facilities, the gym is very clean and you can tell great care goes into maintaining a professional and sanitary atmosphere. I have never been concerned about cleanliness and compared to others gyms I have visited while out of town, this was by far the most well maintained. Personally, I find this element to be important as it adds a level of comfort to the setting. Professor Andre makes a point to say that the gym is a family and thats what it feels like. The training is great and it really makes you appreciate the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. I look forward to going to the gym everyday. I cannot recommend Carlson Gracie of Carrollton enough!

Cmon, the Legend Carlos Machado in Texas? This is the source of BJJ right here in the USA. Not only…read moreis he a master at BJJ, but a great teacher who cares and is an amazing human. I can't say enough great things about this academy. Just go!!!

I was able to attend an open mat on New Year's Eve. I saw a post on instagram and reached out via…read moretext. I heard back quickly and was able to attend. It was a great open mat, I wish I was able to stay longer. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, the level of Jiu jitsu is very high at this academy. Got beat up a bunch and enjoyed the learning experiences. Thank you to Michael for beating me up but also taking the time to teach me as well - inside camping lesson both during the round and after. There aren't many academies that have a master walking around and mingling with their students. I was so lucky to be able to talk with master Machado and take a pic with him. He is a true legend and is such an ambassador as a master of Jiu jitsu. Thank you for the hospitality and rolls!

My son has been going to Kim's USA for almost a year. What we like about Kim's is the emphasis is…read morenot only on taekwondo but on respect, leadership and doing well in school. We also like that belts aren't just given out because a student has been doing their current level for so many months, etc. They have to be earned through hard work and dedication. Our son has been going to Kim's for almost a year. In the past year we have seen major improvements in behavior, confidence and he has become a leader at the gym as well as a leader in his other activities.

The instructors and staff are very impressive. We have had our daughter here for over a year.read more

Motivating environment, first time ever attended any boxing class. I walked in with no skills, no…read moreknowledge and no understanding of boxing. I've been attending now for 10+ months. I have gained so much understanding of boxing it has changed my life. Every day I walk in I learn a new skill and technique to improve my boxing style and conditioning. They offer many classes for kids/teens and adults who are new to boxing. As well as Amateur and professional-level training. Definitely give it the chance for your own self-improvement.

I love the people and the culture that's here! Especially the community I'm seeing in the gym of…read morebeing there for each other feeling comfortable. Great coach & training truly a great facility with good people!