We have been with Tersaks for 8 years and love it! Such a family oriented environment.read more

I watched my nephew during his lesson and I found it very entertaining to see how kids can pick up…read moretechniques that I only thought I would see on television. Some kids were funny. Some were serious and others were just there being themselves! Students of all ages were there. Male and female... they had different levels so I felt a person wouldn't feel intimidated or embarrassed for lack of skill. Pretty cool experience in my opinion.

I used to attend as a teen and now my teen son attends. The staff is excellent. They are helpful,…read moremake you feel welcome, and super nice. The staff has always been like that even when I was there. The classes are great.

My granddaughter wanted to try kickboxing, so I signed her up at Karate America. To her surprise,…read moreI signed up as well. We signed up for both Kickboxing and Self defense, both excellent values. What a great way to have fun and get in shape with your kid! The people who practice there are all encouraging and kind. The instructors are talented in accelerating physical abilities and learning martial arts. They are also great with people, understanding that we are all different, and they are the best at helping people fit in and get the most out of the classes. I am especially appreciative of the manner they teach personal discipline, with love and respect. The Self-defense and martial arts training provided builds confidence, strength, flexibility, and balance. And will inspire one to do more with their life. And you don't have to be in shape to start, they will help you start from where you are. Join up, and make real progress fast. That's from my personal experience at Karate America. Absolutely excellent.

My son has been going to Roderick's Martial Arts for a couple years now and I have to say that it…read morehas been one of the best investments of time and money... it has given my son the self-esteem and self-control to stand up to bullies (for himself and others who were being bullied) not to mention that it is great exercise and increases flexibility and strength besides the obvious new knowledge of self-defense skills. I highly recommend that anyone who is interested in learning Taekwondo, to go see Chief Instructor Adrian Ordaz. His love for this discipline and for teaching children shows through day after day and all of the other junior instructors are amazing!

I attend the Roderick's Family Martial Arts in Middleburg (Oakleaf). I love the Kickboxing class…read moreand enjoy the family atmosphere as well. If you want to get a good workout, I highly recommend attending this location.

This company advertises a good deal of about 4 classes for $50.00. But once you sign up, you have…read moreto pay $60 for gear. More expenses keep cropping up (ie regular $60 for new belts and weapons- these were never mentioned in the initial sign up). By the time you pay all of the expenses, class instruction averages about $35 a class. NOT worth 1hr a week training. Classes are large and usually led by teens. I would rather pay $35 an hour for private lessons in another, more professional sport/hobby.

Took my son for a free trial. There was a old bald man there not on staff but he was mentoring and…read more"helping out". Today we saw him in a store and he was being so rude to people. They should screen these people before they have them help mentoring. He was the complete opposite of what they said their values were. Glad I saw his display before I signed that contract.

My kids trained at another BJJ (Brazilian jujitsu) gym for a few years and didn't grow much in…read moreskill or confidence. We looked at other gyms, including Smiley. After taking the trial classes, we decided to stay at Smiley. The reasons? My kids were happy there and were excited to return because they, "Had fun"- their words. The coaches are hands on and encouraging. There's no pressure for them to compete, which isn't a goal of ours (the parents) or the kids. We want our kids to learn self defense because we feel it's a necessary life skill. The coaches at Smiley respect that and train our kids just the same (unlike other gyms that pushed private lessons and competitions). I like the affirmations Coach Smiley shares at the end of class. In addition to learning self defense, I want my kids to build confidence, resilience, determination, etc... the coaches at Smiley help speak life into the kids while teaching them self defense techniques. Lastly, I like the options they have for kids (8 and up): MMA, Boxing, and Muay Thai! They have BJJ for kids 4 and up I believe. It's nice to have a place they can learn different skills and have the time to do it with their packed schedules. You get your moneys worth! I'm looking forward to seeing my kids grow in skill and confidence at Smiley Academy.

Kids trained elsewhere for years without much progress. Smiley has been a game-changer. They have…read morefun, hands-on coaches, no pressure to compete, and a focus on self-defense, confidence, and resilience. Options for kids include MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, and BJJ. Kids are excited to attend, and I can see them growing in skill and confidence. Highly recommend.

Great Christian place for kids to learn karate, but WAY over priced. If you have more than one…read morechild interested, look to spend at least $150 per month per child. Not to include the belts; which you must purchase theirs.

This school is wonderful! This is a true martial arts school. We have many years experience with…read morethe big, box chain karate school in our area. At AFR, it is refreshingly different. We were told up front exactly what the costs would be. No guessing. And the quality of the instruction is more personal, authentic and well rounded. Sensei LeAnn and Sensei Rebecca have done wonders with my timid little girl. Our son is blossoming in self confidence and self discipline. The integrity, professionalism, compassion, authenticity, and Christ-centered learning at AFR Christian Karate is why we chose this Dojo over all the others in the area. A low introductory rate, flashy marketing flyers and a fast lane to a black belt does not make those big box chain karate schools a better deal. Thank you AFR Christian Karate for doing it right, doing it honest and doing it better.

This school is not just training martial arts, but training us to respect, have self control and…read moreself discipline. My daughter and i have trained in this school almost 10 years. We love this school and our instructors very much.

My daughter just started learning karate and she loves it! Mr Mosier and the other instructors are…read morereally good with the kids.

Our 10 year old loves 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu with Coach Storm and Ms. Raven. Both patiently teach,…read morehave a wealth of knowledge, and are great at creating an atmosphere where both newbies and experienced individuals can learn and grow.

I visited 10th Planet Orange Park on its pre-opening and I had a great time. I rolled 11 times with…read morenine different people and everyone was cool. The coaches were friendly and welcoming.

2 classes a week (45 min) around $400 a month. That's a car payment. They didn't have a…read morefunctional water fountain for 6 months?!?!?!?! Zero-NONE-0, seating, just wooden crates your allowed to lean on. Are you serious?!?! Can't move in the "Wating area". All in all one of my least favorite places to be. 100% MONEY TRAPPPPP Also they talk you into the Kumate* training esc regiment. Haha, then ask in front of your CHILD so,? What do you think parents???? Erroneous and completely wrong to use innocent children's emotions against parents for money. They won't last.

My little one loves attending classes here, we are relatively new to the program but we love how…read morewelcoming and caring everyone has been. The studio is immaculately clean, so bonus points for it all. Highly recommend this location.