While vacationing in Asheville, I came across Mountain Forge and sat in on a class. I was…read moreunfamiliar with Combat Systema and was interested to see what it was all about. I have, in the the past, trained in various Eastern martial arts as well as Western boxing and I was quite impressed with Systema in general and Mr. Aurelia in particular. I found Sytema to be extremely practical, fairly easy to pick up and VERY effective. Mr. Aurelia's easy nature and clear, concise, instruction made the class a pleasure. If you are looking for an effective, simple, science based form of self defense in the Asheville area I highly recommend Mountain Forge.

I have been training with Roger for more than 15 years. He is the best teacher ever. His knowledge…read moreof Krav Maga and self defense is immense. He trained a lot of people in Las Vegas, some of them now own Krav Maga studios. You will be training with the teachers' teacher. You will essentially be getting private lessons with him, training against unarmed and armed combatants. This is not an exercise class, it's a street self defense class. Unfortunately for me, Roger just moved to Hawaii, but you living on the Big Island in Hawaii are the lucky ones.

Roger is hands down the best self defense instructor around. He teaches effective solutions to…read moreviolent scenarios. You can learn effective techniques very quickly. Think weeks or months, not years. Every session you will feel more prepared.

Our kids began taking Jiu Jitsu at this gym a year ago. It wasn't long after they began, that my…read morehusband and I also joined because our kids were enjoying it so much. Professor Larry, his team of qualified coaches and the other members have been so helpful and encouraging throughout this new path for us. As a petite, 50 year old it has certainly been empowering as well. Between the knowledge I've gained from the classes and the two Girls on Guard Safety Defense Workshops I've attended, I have more confidence that I would be able to defend myself from anyone at any age or size if need be. It's been equally fascinating to watch the confidence and discipline it continues to build in our kids (ages 12 & 15)! The icing on the cake is that It's just a great community of people to hang out with! I highly recommend this gym for those of all ages and physical fitness abilities that have an interest in learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! 5 's all around!

I had the pleasure of training under Professor Shealy at his original school in Jacksonville, FL…read morefrom 2011-2013. As an older student (I was 37 at the time), he set an environment of respect, discipline and strong core values. What I did not know then, was that BJJ would be a life changer. As a military retiree with medical challenges, Jiujitsu provided me with the physical recipe to improve my core strength and mental balance in my life. I currently live in Honolulu, Hawaii, but still train several times a week and make it a point to visit Professor Shealy when I make it back to the mainland. BJJ is for all ages and skill levels. It teaches us a different way to view issues in life by setting unique challenges on the mat. I look forward to the next opportunity I get to roll with Professor Shealy and his team at Hendo BJJ. If you are thinking about an activity that you can do for the rest of your life. GO SEE LARRY!

Amazing instructor, staff and school. After years of back pain from injury I was concerned coming…read moreback to Karate. Amazingly my back pain has subsided and Master Bang and his staff worked with me at my own pace. At 65 years old I am elated to be back.

Love this place. I'm stronger and more confident than I've ever been and I've also made some really…read morewonderful friends. Thanks Sun Soo and all your wonderful staff!

Great place and great people. Thank you for helping us. Great teachers. Yours kids will love itread more

Excellent community of passionate people who want to better themselves and help one another. There…read moreis a very good focus on pushing yourself but not overextending, and every day I go I learn something new. Super affordable and has two free trial classes as well.

Don't be fooled by the exterior, Shaolin Kung Fu is perfection. The teachers are not only…read moreincredibly patient, but I can actively see my child's confidence build after every lesson. We're so happy here and you will be too!

Intro classes are awesome and instructors are very attentive to the students. We love training…read morehere, everyone is welcoming and the community is so supportive! Highly recommend.

Very great atmosphere and everyone is very down to earth and knowledgeable. With real teaching and…read morenot the gimmicky feel some places have.

Best gym ever in Cornelia amazing coaches and amazing peers I had a private with Gino and that was…read moreincredible

My fiance and I are from out of town and we were interested in checking out the local BJJ spot…read more Amanda and Bobby were super welcoming from the get-go and I could tell that everyone there was having fun. I like that Bobby seemed more technical in his instruction and all the students were focused on learning the right techniques instead of trying to aggressively (and sloppily) wrestling each other. No one got hurt, which is a huge plus in my book :) I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in the area.