Our son has been attending Dunhams for over 2 years. We have witnessed him learn skills and habits…read morethat will benefit all of us for years to come. Mr. Dunham and his staff take self defense to a higher level. We came here just seeking self defense for our son. He has learned that and so much more. I must admit that we , as parents, have also benefited from the classes as well. Thank you for all that you do.

Dunham's Martial Arts is a great place for all ages. You will gain knowledge, condifidence, and…read morediscipline. You will make lasting friendships that become family. Whether your a seasoned martial artist or just starting off, you will be welcomed here with open arms. Training is amazing with great instructors and owner Mr. Dunham. This is the place to go if youare looking for a woman's self defense class, to get into shape, or to learn martial arts. Life skills, eating habits, confidence, strength, knowledge, and personal growth I have all learned from here.

Excellent instruction, group spirit, analytical, and practical application! The training is…read moreindividualized. Both orienting and advance students get direct supervision, coaching, and consultation.

If you are looking for a place to learn an authentic martial art form, that focuses on useful and…read morepractical applications, and where the instructor is helpful and informative, then I suggest hitting this place up. Whether you are just wanting a workout or are seriously interested in learning self defense Fu Hok has impressed me. Sifu Nick, the instructor, has impressed me personally as well with being an approachable and intelligent teacher that guides without being an overbearing jerk. I look forward to showing up, knowing I'm actually improving and at my own pace.

In my humble opinion, Kokoro is the best jiu jitsu school in Springfield. Steve and his staff have…read morecreated a wonderful, open environment for both men and women (a lot of women love training here). Steve is also very detail oriented, having a background in education and as a crossfit trainer, he really knows how to teach the finer points of jiu jitsu to make sure your technique actually works on larger or stronger opponents. Lastly, something I really appreciate about starting out at Kokoro was the fact that we had a super clear curriculum, which meant everybody knew what they needed to learn and be able to perform to get their next belt. A lot of gyms operate on a "bro code", when the coach thinks your ready type of promotion system, or just promote based on competitive ability... my wife and I both appreciate the clarity.

As a woman who has never been very athletic, I have felt completely accepted and safe learning…read morejiujitsu here. There's no pressure to do anything I'm not comfortable with, the classes are fun, and everyone is friendly. Because the classes follow a fundamentals-based curriculum (and because Steve is a great teacher), the concepts are all accessible to beginners regardless prior experience or physical fitness level. Within just a couple of weeks after starting regular classes I started noticing myself progressing and became addicted! And it's far more fun than most types of exercise because your brain is engaged while you're sweating!

Tae kwon Do is a good fighting style to learn. They teach you to fight and you learn from them long…read moreenough they tech you how to fight more than most kempo style that fight them first and teach you how to fight. I like Tae Kwon Do almost as much as my Tae Kyon and Sulsa Tae Kyon Kempo. I Recommend Osborn Tae Kwon Do and other Taekwondo clubs some of the first next after Budo Kai fight club and Aaction Kenpo clubs in Springfield, Missouri. It is a good style to learn and the instructors are sometimes better than other fighting styles.

Mister Retana's Instructor, Mister Jim Mitchell, was one of the best Grandmasters of Kenpo Karate…read morefrom Ed Parker and learned to top level of Kosho Kenpo from him and was one of the top Kenpo Grandmasters like James Mitose the Grandmaster of Kosho-Shorei Kenpo Jujutsu. He taught me more Kenpo than I taught him mixed kempo. He said he liked Dominic Retana and he was one of his best students in town and His brother Phil Retana was one of the best next after his brother Dominic. Both come highly Reccomended to me by him and Phil's brother, Dominic, is maybe the only one I would reccomend before him.

I have studied at Aaction Martial Arts for over 6 years now. I already knew I wanted to study…read moreKENPO, but I did extensive research on other martial arts schools in Springfield. The instructors here are top notch, and I could not possibly be any more impressed with their professionalism and knowledge in the art of KENPO Karate. Their patience and wisdom at this school is second to none. There is also a lineage to Grandmaster Ed Parker the founding father to American KENPO. In my opinion this ranks it number one in Springfield, Missouri. Please understand that when you come to the school there is an unwritten code here, "EARNED NEVER GIVEN," you will advance only with hard work and perseverance. Call Phil Retana today and schedule a time to come to the studio and chat. Walking in the door the very first time really is the hardest part.

My kiddo really really struggles in school with focus and self control. All of the people here…read morewelcomed us with open arms and such kindness! I'm so glad we started! He has started to really try and focus more and use his self control. They really make him feel good about himself, always coming at him with positivity and high 5s. One thing that I really love is not only are they welcoming to all, they talk to each person at their level. If they are trying to tell my son something, they get down to his level and talk in a way he can understand instead of talking to him like he should know what he is supposed to do. The senseis are very patient and kind to him and make it very fun. He is always ready for class!

Highly recommended for all levels of students. The teachers are kind, caring and fun! They…read morebring out the best in each student. My son has excelled and gained confidence beyond my expectations!

Really nice shop selling items "mostly made in the Midwest." A warm greeting by the owner on this…read moresunny Saturday set the tone for a fun exploration of the diverse items on the shelves. They have a small selection of live plants, garden markers made from ornate silver utensil handles, unique hand made greeting cards, clothing, ceramics, beautiful hand made jewelry...just too much to list. You've got to check them out. The space is light and airy with plenty of room to move around, with a couple of thoughtful seating areas as well. I purchased some rice filled eye & palm pillows and my sister purchased the garden markers. We will be back!

From the owner: Sangha (Song-ah) is the Sanskrit word for community. We aim to establish a safe space for…read moreindividuals and the community to grow mindfully together through the practice of Yoga, Ayurveda, and conscientious buying. Yoga: We offer safe, thoughtful yoga classes for the beginner and seasoned yogi. Because we have a number of classes to choose from, we know you'll find a teacher who speaks to you. In addition to classes, we offer childcare. Ayurveda: Dive into India's 5,000-year-old medicine through workshops and personal consultations. Learn how to balance your life with this preventative medicine. Shoppe: At Sangha, we strive to connect the community by supporting local artists, farmers and companies. We believe if you're going to invest your money in something, it's important to be mindful about it. When we're not able to source our merchandise from our area, we make sure the companies we support share our love for awareness, sustainability and community growth.