MMA Lab

(3 reviews)

2.3 mi

Fantastic environment to catering to competitors in grappling or striking, or even the hobbies…read moretrying to get in shape, an just have fun. Hard rock offered exceptional training in multiple aspects of martial arts , from jiujitsu to wrestling and even striking. Opened 7 days a week, so there's always time to train no excuses.

Professor nez is amazing, and super friendly with the kids. He comes up with creative jiujitsu…read moregames to keep my youngest engaged with jiujitsu. He is super patient with them as well, sometimes boys can get a little wild but he has the room pretty much control. Great family energy with professor nez and coach Sydney. They also have adults jiujitsu class everyday as well 9AM-11 and 6pm-7:30 Monday -Friday. 7:30-8:30 Muay Thai Monday and Wednesday. Saturday they have club wrestling for adults and kids, and Sunday open mats to roll and hang with everyone. 7 day schedule is very awesome, bang for your buck.

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Grace Fighting Systems Training Center

(4 reviews)

1.6 mi

Daniel has been a local force in fighting and BJJ here in AZ and worldwide for the past ten years +…read more His instruction is top notch and has always provided so much of his time for his friends family and students. This is not your run of the mill gym claiming to teach you MMA these guys actually go step for step and get you ready to fight or ready to WIN in Jiu Jitsu tournaments. They offer many different classes and have a very reasonable pricing plan. Check it out, these guys are one of the best lifetimes martial arts gyms around and you wont have to worry about paying thousands of dollars a year to get top notch training. Also the main coach is a current fighter who continuously fights on Showtime and television. When he fought locally on Showtime for M-1 global he finished the guy in under a minute and he was widely considered the underdog in the fight against the man who was set up for a title shot with a solid win, too bad he lost! stop by and check them out, the doors are open for newcomers and it is the perfect place to start making a healthier and cooler life for all.

Daniel and Mario are excellent teachers ,and the team is full of some awesome people. I have been…read morewith them for almost 2 years now and plan on continuing as long as I can. I definitely recommend this gym to anyone who is interested in learning MMA, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Striking Practice At GFS

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Legion MMA

(7 reviews)

3.5 mi

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

Best coaches, great price! These coaches really care about you and your family! A great place to…read morecall Home! #SKG

this place has changed a lot, in the most terrific way possible. Saturday mornings at 10am Coach…read moreMario lets all gyms and affiliations in for 10 round sparring.

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9 Dragons Kung Fu

4.7

(14 reviews)

5.5 mi

9 Dragons Kung Fu school is one of the BEST options you will find in Phoenix! It is perfect for…read morefamilies or individuals who want to prioritize traditional lineage and Kung fu, character development and kind community. The school has very supportive family style and atmosphere, where everyone feels welcomed and fully supported with knowledgeable Sifu Michael and Simu Tamara. I am so happy that my family and i are part of it for the last 4 years now, where we met some great people and made a lot of friends who became like family! All the instructors i have met there are kind and happy to help regardless of your level. Whether you are a total beginner or an experienced martial artist the community led by Sifu Michael and Simu Tamara is exceptionally welcoming and focused on personal growth rather then ego. They are also known for their Lion Dance team and very active participation in local charitable work, encouraging students to give back to community, and stay connected. If you want to learn traditional Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Chi Qigong, weapons, sparing, lion dance and so much more join us at 9 Dragons!

My son is 6 years old and has been coming here for over a year. I've noticed he's more confident…read more He really loves the class as well as the instructors. You can tell everyone is very attentive and all the kids love it. Every year you can catch them at Desert Ridge for Lunar New Year!

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Inspiration Kidz Az

4.6

(11 reviews)

3.1 mi

What can I say , This place is incredible! You won't find a more fun and safe place for your kids…read moreto hang out than this! The staff here truly cares about the kids on a deep, personal level. My son takes martial arts here, participates in the parents night out events, and will also be having his birthday party here soon. He has friends that attend the summer programs, and afterschool programs as well, and every family we know has nothing but incredible things to say about Coach Sharon and Coach Josiah and the entire team at Inspiration Kidz. I love the way that Coach Franco makes it a point to get to know both students and parents, it really makes us feel welcome every time we walk through the door!

Inspiration kids is a great place for children to build self-confidence and self-defense skills. My…read morechild has been going there since the age of four. She has gained great values of honesty, integrity, standing up for Friends, knowing the real from the fake. I highly recommend this place. They also run an afterschool camp for partner schools in Glendale.

Martial Arts Class for 3-6 Yr olds

Nunchucks for Class

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The Easter bunny stopped by to drop off candy during our inschool tournament!

Scottsdale Martial Arts Center

4.8

(17 reviews)

6.0 mi

We absolutely love SMAC. We started with them with one of our sons before COVID, then tried our…read morebest to stay with them virtually for the first few months of lockdown. Now we're back and it's better than ever. Our other son, who is a year younger, is there too and they both love it. The best part is the confidence building--especially for my older son who works through his ADHD. I just love how Sensei Ray and his other teachers keep things light, but adhere to traditions and the idea of respect for others. There's no place I'd rather take my kids.

This place is the best. Clean, professional and the nicest staff ever! Sense Ray is kind, caring,…read morehumorous and very patient while working with his students! We tried other martial studios for our boy but this is by far the best (and also the one that's been around the longest). It's the perfect atmosphere for learning karate. You should have zero hesitation sending your children here (or joining yourself)!

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Kodenkan of Phoenix

(1 review)

0.2 mi

Excellent traditional Japanese (Kodenkan Danzan Ryu) jujitsu school focusing on form, fundamentals,…read morerespect, character building, and safety. Great place for young people, women, and families looking for solid self-defense training that works.

No Limits Karate Academy

(17 reviews)

4.1 mi

We've been very happy with the instruction our daughter has been receiving. She is in the tiny tots…read moreclass 2 days a week, 3 when we can make it. What I've really loved is the appropriate level of discipline and self control they are asserting on the kids. I love the 'yes sir, no sir', and they know my kid well enough now to know when she's faking a potty break and when it's really an issue. They never let the kiddos accept anything other than their best shot. They do especially well with new kids and usually assign one teacher to a new kid -- there can be a lot of tears as for some little guys, this is their first activity out of the safety of their home. It does seem pricey to me at $130/month (the pricing can be lower if you lock into a time commitment -- we go month to month) but you can attend as many classes as you would like at this price. So you can really make it worth your money. And if karate is something your child wants to commit to, it's a total bargain.

My daughter has been at No Limits since she was 4 yrs old and competing since she was 5. She's…read moreabout to turn 8 and the knowledge and skills she has learned is priceless. The instructors are fantastic and highly respected by their students. Great family atmosphere, with parents that support each other. Looking for a great dojo? You just found it!

Competition Team. Yep we are that good! Come see why we are ranked #1 in AZ.

2017 USKA Nationals

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Fitness 1 Gym

(42 reviews)

2.0 mi

I have a membership at a corporate gym in the Phoenix area, which I do love. However, it lacks some…read moreequipment I prefer and gets too busy. I was recommended by a friend to try Fitness 1 due to the quality of equipment as well as the old school atmosphere. The communication with Chad prior to visiting was great. He welcomed me when I came in and showed me around the gym, explaining how it was laid out and where I can find certain pieces of equipment. This included equipment like the pendulum squat, which can't be found in most commercial gyms. He also showed me where much of the power lifting equipment was and even discussed the childcare. I spent the next 90 minutes using amazing equipment such as Rogue, Precor, and my personal favorite, Arsenal. The culture in the gym was great. Everyone was working towards their own personal goals, all while supporting and assisting each other. They were even being spotters for others in the gym who they did not know, but supported nevertheless. Other gymgoers were not playing on their phones or hanging out in the gym, showing they were all there for a reason. After a good 90 minute workout, I went back and spoke to Chad. I told him I wanted to get a membership, paying for an entire year up front. Chad was able to do all this without pressuring me at all, which seems to be uncommon in the gym world. He lets the gym and the culture the staff at Fitness 1 has created, along with others in the gym, sell the product. All of this came with no hidden fees, which is just icing on the cake. Fitness 1 is a hidden "gym" in the fitness industry. It is an example of what all gyms should be and should be mirrored.

Best gym in the valley. You will get everyday people and professionals BUT nobody cares! People…read morehere go into the gym to workout not for a fashion show which is nice. Reminds me more of an old school gym!!

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Cactus Aquatic & Fitness Center

(23 reviews)

11.5 mi

Clean facility, ample open lanes available and pace clocks visible throughout. A couple of the…read moreswimmers were rude-one was standing right in my lane as I was coming in to the wall for a turn-otherwise, five stars

I guess people in Arizona aren't big on swimming. Took us weeks to find anywhere open in March for…read morelap swimming. We are visiting from California. We were SO happy to find this place! Only $5 a person to swim is super cheap too. Pool is outdoor and heated. We really enjoyed our swim here, everyone was super friendly. We would swim here again if in the area.

Beautiful Arizona sunset at Cactus Park tonight!

Weight Room

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Encanto Pool

(12 reviews)

11.9 mi

The pool and everyone there is really nice. The music that played there is very fitting. I really…read morelike the equipment they have there like the WIBIT and the diving boards. Everybody there is having fun, which is nice. The only problem is the bathroom is pretty cramped, the showerheads are so low, and it's not the cleanest.

Completed our first swim session, and it was fantastic! The staff, especially Zion, were…read moreexceptional and worked seamlessly with the kids. I always felt confident that my toddler was in safe, capable hands. Thank you!

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Goelet A. C. Beuf Community Center

(7 reviews)

3.8 mi

This was the first time I've ever set foot in Beuf Rec Center. I went there to have my taxes done…read moreby AARP Tax Aide. I found the center to be very clean and helpful associates who directed me to the right room. The tax volunteers were fabulous, knowledgeable and fun to work with. I picked up an April calendar listing all the great things offered at this Center. I will be joining and partake in activities/events. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity.

Paid $20 for a 1 year membership and the gym is closed or occupied for the summer because of kids…read moreactivities/games and elders league...should be $10 instead of $20 for a 1 year membership...talk about a rip off...

Community center area

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Cloud House for Babies and Toddlers

4.8

(26 reviews)

8.1 mi

Wow! What an amazing find! This place is perfect for your baby or toddler to come enjoy, escape the…read moreheat and hang out with other babies and parents! Everyone is so nice. They have a separate play area for 0-6 month olds and now that our baby is 10 months she's crawling around putting all the toys in her mouth. Thankfully they have a depository and they've thought of that to disinfect the toys. This place is well worth the drive, we will be back! Reasonably priced too! It was around $10 for two hours of playtime for our baby.

Very clean and always friendly. Despite being such a small space, it's organized in such a way…read morethat the kids can move freely. The climbing structure is clean and safe, and I love that I can see into all the corners. The activity changes monthly are great, restrooms are clean, snack area is easily accessible. Would get a 5th star if they posted somewhere online about when they're closed for private parties so we didn't waste the drive. But small request.

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TeenyTown Playland

4.4

(71 reviews)

16.3 mi

I really love the idea of this indoor play center- it has so much potential. The themed rooms and…read morefocus on imaginative play make it such a fun and creative concept for kids. You can tell it was designed to be a special place, and on the surface, it truly is adorable. That said, my experience left me feeling uneasy, mostly due to cleanliness and supervision concerns. I witnessed multiple children putting toys in their mouths (which is totally normal for kids), but what was concerning was that those same toys were often placed right back into shared play areas. While I later learned there is a designated bin for toys that have been in kids' mouths, this wasn't communicated upfront, and I didn't see it being consistently used or enforced. There also seemed to be inconsistency when it came to staff involvement. Across my two visits, I did see some staff members actively cleaning up and returning toys to their proper places, which I appreciated. However, I also observed others simply picking up toys and dropping them into corners of the rooms without any real organization or sanitizing. I completely understand that keeping up with kids is a challenge--I'm a parent too--but that's where consistent staff engagement becomes really important. Another issue was the level of parental supervision. Many parents were on their phones while their kids played freely. Again, that's ultimately a parenting responsibility, but in a shared environment like this, it contributes to the overall hygiene and safety concerns. I also want to mention that I found the staff presentation a bit unprofessional, which added to the overall impression that things weren't being closely managed. To be fair, you do sign a waiver regarding illness, and I understand that no play space can be completely germ-free. However, I did end up contracting chickenpox exactly 10 days after visiting, which makes me seriously question the effectiveness of their cleaning and sanitizing practices. Overall, this place is incredibly cute and full of potential. With more consistent staff involvement, clearer communication, better sanitization systems, and encouragement for parents to stay engaged, it could be an amazing environment. Right now, though, it falls short of what it could and should be.

Highly recommend this delightful play land!!! Our 3 yr old grandson loved everything here, and…read morethere is a lot of different experiences inside this space!!! So glad we have something like this out in the west valley for littles to enjoy!

Train station

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Construction Zone

Seth Korey Tennis Academy

4.8

(85 reviews)

9.7 mi

The best summer camp! My 5 year old son loves playing tennis and going on field trips.read more

Great tennis academy. Strongly recommend…read more I found this academy and my tennis hitting partners on joinplaytennis.com/phoenix