I joined this dojo just under three months ago and can honestly say it was one of the best…read moredecisions I've made. I was looking for a push (having become tired of my usual gym routine), was looking for something more stimulating (both physically and mentally), and was even hoping to make a few new friends. I found all three of those things at Sensei Verlaan's dojo. The staff, teachers, and students are all friendly, helpful, and serious about making everyone who comes looking to learn feel welcome.

If I could come to every class offered at York AMA, I would. I am enjoying the karate adult classes…read moreas well as Taichi, which sets a different pace and state of mind - a nice way to start my Saturdays. The instruction here is top-notch and meticulous. The curriculum covers the main components of karate (basics, kumite, kata, self-defense etc.) on weekly rotation. There are monthly newsletters with an event calendar and tips for taking care of the mind and body. Most importantly, it's clear that the instructors and staff care. I leave every class having challenged myself (physically, mentally) and having learned something new.

Hook Up Muay Thai Boxing literally changed my life. After years on the road with a rock band,…read moreeating bar food and drinking, and living an extremely unhealthy lifestyle in many ways, I reached a point where I realized that I could either continue to get less healthy, or do something positive and improve myself. So I joined a major gym chain. Although I liked the gym, after a year, I was not achieving the results I wanted. I had met one of the instructors at Hook Up through a casual fitness kickboxing class, and he invited me to try a class at Hook Up. From the moment I walked in I was hooked. Hook Up oozes credibility. It's hidden (like some back-alley boxing club straight out of the Rocky franchise) behind a tile shop in that industrial section of the city north of Orfus road. As I stepped through the door, I was struck by creak of the bags swinging on the chain, the sound of gloves hitting pads, and the whipping of jump ropes. It was a Sunday afternoon, and the place was busy with people of all walks of life, from couples with pre-toddlers in tow, training recreationally, to competitive athletes getting ready for provincial, national, and international competition. Far from being intimidating, I found the owner/head trainer Jim (National Co-ordinator of CASK: Thai Boxing) and his wife Theodora (a national champion) to be welcoming, and they immediately set me at ease. I quickly got to know everyone there, and I was hooked! The instructors are world class, there are several national champions training there, and the club takes a whole-life approach to health and fitness. After a nutritional consult with Jim, I completely revamped my diet and began a new phase in my life. Hook Up Muay Thai Boxing is a member of the Canadian Amateur Sport Kickboxing, the governing body for the sport in Canada. That brings with it a lot of bonuses not available to members of not accredited clubs (notably access to insurance while training or sparring). It also means that if you want and are able, you can train and compete at CASK sanctioned events and even try to make the National Team! I have been a member of Hook Up now for a year and a half, and in that time, I've reached fitness and health goals I never dreamed possible for myself. I'm 34 lbs lighter than I was when I got married 3 years ago, and my energy level has never been higher. I can run farther than I ever thought I'd be able to, and I'm more confident than I've ever been. In fact, in less than two weeks I'll be fighting in my first K1 rules kickboxing tournament. And that is a LONG way from where I was as a travelling musician, believe me......

Great place. Expert staff…read more Doesn't get any better.

Excellent gym for great results. Instructors really get you into shape and are very knowledgeable…read morein the sport of Muay Thai. Owner of the gym is down to earth and easy to talk to. If you want to learn Muay Thai, have fun and get into the best shape of your life, this is the gym to join.

From the owner: The One Muay Thai & Fitness, where we work together to strengthen and sharpen our mind body and…read morespirit through the practice of Martial Arts--Become One. What may be a gym to you is a home to many, so please treat our space and community as a close knit family & collective. We grow when you grow.

I have been a student of Master Sonny Le for the past 5 years and have trained in both Shaolin…read moreweaponry and Wing Chun. Master Sonny Le has infused very refined and skilled techniques into the art of Kung Fu. Disciples of the Academy are actively engaging their physical bodies while grasping mental concepts such as deeper concentration, critical thinking and coordination between the mind and body. Throughout my time under the teachings of Master Sonny Le, I have developed a better sense of my strengths, abilities and self-confidence. The Academy provides a welcoming environment with other students which recognizes our weaknesses in order to overcome them, encouragement to keep us moving forward and the knowledge necessary in order to achieve our own personal goals. My time at North York Kung Fu Academy has enabled me to fulfill my own ambitions and I have successfully completed the Single Kung Fu nunchuku (Shao Zi Gun) and am currently pursuing the intermediate level for the Kung Fu nunchaku and Wing Chun self-defense system.

From the owner: The Canadian Wing Chun & Shaolin Kung Fu School was established in 1994 and has been serving the…read moreToronto area for over almost 16 years. We specialize in traditional Wing chun Kung Fu under linage of YipMan - HoKamMing wing Chun. Canadian wing Chun & Shaolin Kung Fu Academy is one of the Kung-Fu division of C.C.K.S.F (Canadian Chinese Kuo Shu Federation) located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and has been taught by Sifu Sonny Le (Master). 5th Degree National Certified Master in Chinese Kung Fu Martial Art. The focus is on developing the students in all aspects of his/her life. Discipline, respect, confidence, determination, attention to detail and a healthy lifestyle are just some of the aspects developed through Kung Fu training.

I started training here a few months ago, and it is amazing! Sensei is a learned, well trained…read moreguide in the Goju Ryu style. He encourages and motivates each student to reach their potential. I have never had a better work out in my life (that is how I felt after the warm-up, so you can only imagine what a full training session is like). Of course, it offers much more than exercise: I find the sessions help me to focus in other parts of my life, to let go of negative emotions and to feel empowered. The Dojo is a comfortable place with a varied schedule available, and it's great value for money (a membership where you can train as much as you want, and which they will put on hold whilst you are away - if you travel a lot for instance). Bonus: Do a try-out session for free!

From the owner: Martial Arts Toronto Renge Dojo offers a variety of martial arts programs for children and adults,…read moreincluding Karate Do, Jiu Jitsu, Self-Defence, Fitness, Tai Chi,Chi Gung, & Kobudo (Ancient weapons) and more. - Classes 6 Days Per Week (Daytime and Evening) - 2 Convenient Locations Across Toronto - Easily Accessible by Subway - Free Trial Class - All Fitness Levels Welcome! Karate and Jiu Jitsu for Kids and Teens (Ages 4+) - Classes 6 Days Per Week Are you a parent who wants their child to develop improved focus, concentration, fitness, self-discipline, and self-confidence? Do you feel that the school system is not giving your child all the life skills he or she needs to be successful? We specialize in helping children and teens develop the confidence and self-discipline to succeed academically and in life. We teach the values of respect, compassion, and gratitude and expect our students to practice these martial values inside the dojo and in their everyday life. Children and teens also learn to defend themselves, improve their fitness Adults train in separate classed from the Children, with our focus on Karate Do, Self defence, Japanese Jiu jitsu fitness, Improved focus and concentration and Stress management.

Fantastic instructors, great gym, friendly and respectful training partners…read more I highly recommend this place!

All around great place to train. A very great group of individuals that really make it an inviting…read moreatmosphere. People are always open to helping one another out. The instructor is a world renowned 5th degree black belt that has been training for 40 years and really knows his stuff. Lucky to be able to train at such an amazing place and I highly recommend the gym.

My children love the academy.The instructors are hand on. it is a welcome experience for myself and…read moremy children

My experience at Yorkdale Martial Arts has been incredible. It is my first time doing Brazilian Jiu…read moreJutsu and I felt incredibly welcome from my very first day meeting Professors Gabriel, Ram and Marco. I have stuck with it for over a month now and am hooked. The classes build great community and is filled with kind people from all walks of life. I would highly recommend this gym, they also have Muay Thai and will be adding Judo and other classes shortly which I'm sure will be awesome.

I love this gym. I have been attending the classes for a few weeks and have really enjoyed them…read more Getting up at 5:30am to make it to a 6 am class with excitement says a lot. The trainers are excellent and know when to push you. The vibe is welcoming and the facility itself is a great functional training setup! I love it here.

I have been coming to Apex for 6 weeks now and the progress I have made in that time has been…read moremind-blowing. Alex and D, the two main trainers, know their stuff inside and out and have helped me make serious gains in a very short time. On top of that, the vibe at this place is awesome. It's a very friendly group of people who are also serious about strength training.