If you're looking for a quality martial arts dojo, this is not the place. The drama began in…read moreDecember 2024 when the owner, Mark, abruptly fired his senior instructor--someone who had stood by him for over 20 years. When asked why, Mark simply said, "He cost the dojo money." That decision triggered a mass exodus. Nearly all of his black belts quit. The few who stayed did so only because they were on the payroll (spoiler alert!). The fallout didn't stop there. Mark began transforming CCFMA into a full-blown McDojo, with every executive decision focused solely on maximizing profits--even if it meant sacrificing training quality. With the experienced students gone, the level of instruction declined sharply. Combine that with a profits-over-people mindset, and it's clear this dojo is crumbling. To make matters worse, the owner has been displaying increasingly erratic behavior. He now spends more time ranting to parents about former staff than he does actually training students. He's slandered loyal instructors with easily disproven lies and shown a complete lack of professionalism. The final straw came just last week when Mark fired his business manager of seven years without warning. That same evening, he publicly disparaged her in front of a full class. It was a bridge too far. His last remaining instructor walked out, unwilling to continue supporting the deception. And now? As of this writing, when 6:00 pm rolls around, the dojo sits empty. Mark--the so-called Grand Master--doesn't even show up to fulfill his obligations. He's left his students to fend for themselves. DO. NOT. GO. HERE. UNDER. ANY. CIRCUMSTANCES.

My son started with Corpus Christi Family Martial Arts in 2019. We love everything about CCFMA. The…read moreSenseis are loving, patient, and dedicated to each one of their students. I highly recommend this training program!

Insanely good instructors small class 1 on 1 learning amazing place to learn and advanceread more

I did TKD for the first time here and Master Art Castillo has got to be one of the most influential…read moreand charismatic teachers in the business. My wife has done TKD for over 20 years and when we moved here due to work we were pleased with how the values of TKD, strong work ethic, and emphasis on doing your best showed through in all aspects. We got stronger, faster, and made good friends with the group (and that's what it's all about). Great with kids, but keep in mind it's not just some simple hobby to go whenever you feel like it. I saw a lot of young kids find dedication and change their lives for the better after coming here

From the owner: Choi's Taekwondo Academy is a Traditional school that stays true to the original art of Taekwondo…read moreas a Korean military self-defense art. Founded by Grandmaster Choi Sin III - 9th Dan Black Belt. Choi's Taekwondo Academy offers classes for both children and adults of any skill level.

I have been training under Master Roberts for over 20 years. I've achieved my first degree second…read moredegree third° and my 4thdegree Master's in taekwondo and I am currently a brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and working on my black belt at this time. They have the best instructors if you're just starting out in Martial arts or you have been training for a while? You will not be disappointed with their facilities and their teaching.

From the owner: We specialize in teaching a practical well rounded self-defense based martial arts to kids and…read moreadults.

Great place to train for the entire family. We relocated to south Texas and was looking for sports…read moreto get my kids involved in, while driving around we saw Renzo Gracie Corpus Christi and decided to stop in. We were greeted immediately by Dan and he answered any questions that we had about getting the boys started, rates, schedules, etc. Ursula and Ruben are incredibly great people that truly care about each member of the BJJ family. Being in the military I was only able to attend bi weekly, which Ursula helped with setting us up with the perfect rate I was comfortable with and started right away. Fast forward two and a half years later, my boys and I enjoy every second training with others who only want to help each other get better and reach their goals. There is no pressure to compete at all, if you're just looking to join a great gym to stay in shape, this is the one! An added benefit is learning a life long defensive skill and confidence!

Awesome place to learn and grow your BJJ skills. Ruben is a great instructor who takes the time to…read morehelp break down each action into smaller more easy to understand pieces. Lots of focus on the fundamentals and technique of BJJ. Great family and teaching environment in the gym.

Best place to get in shape and learn some self discipline. All the instructors here are serious…read moreabout helping everyone out. It's not a "who's better than who" competition and it's not a place where you will feel intimidated. You are pushed to your fullest, and never made to feel incapable. This place is great, for kids and adults.

Left the gym and they kept charging my card for three months after they said they would freeze my…read moremembership. i lost over 300 dollars. they promised to return my money for over 4 months, then they just stopped answering my calls and texts. they don't practice what they preach. i am disgusted by their lack of integrity, and am left to believe this was done on purpose. looks like i'm not the only one this has happened to...

I have been coming to vacation in this city for many years. For my second year now I've attended…read moreGB Corpus and it has not disappointed. Friendly people. Knowledgeable instructors. Lots of mat space. The only complaint I have is that I seem to always get worn out but the very fit students. I always learn something new to take back north with me. I appreciate the hospitality.

This school was a gold mine for me. I have always been interested and this school has made me love…read morethe sport. This is the best workout and when you are here you are family. Plus you get to learn Brazilian culture.

From the owner: Karate, Kung-Fu, Tae Kwon Do are all martial arts that most people have heard of, but Brazilian…read moreCapoeira is different. More than just the run-of-the-mill karate class, Capoeira combines martial arts, gymnastics, and dance into one fun exciting sport that gets the whole family moving! We build strong bodies, strong character, and strong family. The core of a gymnast, the confidence of a martial artist, the rhythm and coordination of a dancer, the musical ability of a whole band -- these are all attributes you will develop in Capoeira. Our program isn't all about just kicking and punching, learning cool acrobatic moves and breaking boards. We pride ourselves in developing personal character, goal setting, and leadership skills. Students report greater self-confidence, better performance in school and work, and definitely greater physical fitness! Get started today! Email us to start receiving special offers!