Courage Combatives is an excellent collaboration of mixed martial arts for self defense. The…read moreinstructors have a wealth of knowledge & truly care about your comfort level with the movements to improve your advancement. Questions are invited & welcomed. This is one of the best programs I have ever been involved with.

From the owner: Courage Combatives is a New Orleans based company that is dedicated to making people stronger,…read moresafer, and more confident in their everyday lives. We aim to provide training that is realistic and relevant, but still enjoyable to our students. Our team consists of Coaches Myron Gaudet & Angel Lia. We provide group & private training to all who understand the critical need for defensive training in today’s rapidly changing world. This includes organizations, families, first responders & individuals. We teach a well rounded system that draws from proven, modern martial arts and tactical training methods. Our material is also compliant with and understanding of the legal and ethical standards of self defense law. To put it simply, we are dedicated to training our students to make good decisions under bad conditions so they can go home safe after a potentially threatening situation. We teach all ages!!

I honestly do not want to praise Gerard too much, because I love his availability!!!…read more However..... you can stop researching and give him a call! I have taken classes from others and he out ways them in a lot of ways... extremely knowledgeable and helpful with patience and guidance to make every class I have taken interesting and fun. I am left with the feeling of accomplishment and also the excitement of my next class with him!

From the owner: DF6 Defense Academy in Metairie, LA, is a premier self-defense and martial arts training center…read morespecializing in Krav Maga, firearms safety, and personal protection for all ages. We offer dynamic programs for kids, teens, and adults--including college safety courses, women's self-defense, anti-bullying programs, and private firearms instruction. Our mission is to empower everyday people with real-world skills to stay safe, build confidence, and defend themselves and their families. Whether you're a parent looking for a powerful youth program or an adult ready to take control of your safety, DF6 Defense Academy delivers expert instruction and a supportive community focused on personal growth and protection.

I wasn't sure what we were going to cover in this class - I probably have seen to many movies…read more Scott spends a lot of time finding out what your goals are for the class and tailors the lessons to fit your needs, skills and fitness level. For example, I was going to Europe and we discussed techniques, and objects (such as an umbrella) that I could use to defend myself. We also practiced how to spot and avoid problems - especially in "gun free" Europe where a club or knife are more commonly used in attacks. I find the classes very entertaining, and I have never left without learning something new.

From the owner: New Orlean's premier location for the best in combative arts & self defense training. We specialize…read morein the teaching / training of proven systems of martial arts that set us apart from other schools. Our group classes are a fun way to get into shape, make new friends & learn the skills necessary to thrive in dangerous situations. Our systems of instruction include- Authentic Muay Thai Kickboxing, Jun Fan/ JKD Concepts & our core art, Pekiti Tirsia Kali, Firearms Instruction & on-site virtual shooting simulator. CCW Certification/ Re-Certification available!. Come see why we are a cut above the competition!

Mid City MMA is a special place! Highly recommend to any & everyone! The gym offers many classes…read moreand membership includes access to all of them. Great location, great members & amazing coaches! Very clean, professional and effective training. All skill levels are represented at the gym; perfect home for first-timers & MMA veterans. Best place ever!

Muy buenos entrenadores, las mejores vibras siempre en los entrenamientos y gran atención, the best…read moregym. Lo recomiendo 100%

First time here walked in Ms.Roshand greeted us i told her my son was interested in Kung Fu, she…read moreintroduced us to Sifu whom showed my son around the place explain to him different Classes that was taught there,..everything was explain to me classes, cost, time all questions was answered professionally.. can't wait until my son starts Karate class here Monday !!!!

My son has been coming here for years. The instructors and staff are all down to earth and try to…read morehelp you to advance at your own pace. It's way more than just self-defense; you will learn patience, commitment, and, as you advance, leadership. They are very active in the community and you will have the opportunity to perform the skills you learn. It's very much a family atmosphere.

Hey y'all Aikido of New Orleans has moved!…read more Our new address is: Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor, New Orleans, LA 70125 Our new phone number is (504) 380-9233 Yelp is being difficult in changing our info. Thanks

I became a member of this dojo in December, 2011, with no prior background in martial arts. Aikido…read morewas recommended to me particularly by a trusted friend in the security industry who has vast experience in self-defense. I opted for the beginner's package, which includes 2 months of dues, and a discount on the uniform. This proved to be a great introduction to this fascinating martial art. In two months' time, I had learned the fundamentals, and I shortly became comfortable enough to begin attending classes for all skill levels, while continuing to polish the techniques taught in beginner's classes. Aikido appeals to me because it is a martial art of peace, and the objective is to neutralize attacks through the use of throws, joint locks, and pins, so no one is injured. My monthly dues are affordable, and allow me to train at the dojo any day of the week, as often as I like. I especially enjoy changing the days that I visit, because each instructor has something different to demonstrate to me, and I feel that I earn a very well-rounded understanding of their teachings. I strongly recommend Aikido of New Orleans to anyone interested in self-defense, Japanese martial arts, or simply a great work-out.

I have had one 10 year old attend Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing classes here and one 11 year old…read morecurrently attending all classes here for over a year. My son is a high functioning autistic that was initially interested is martial arts, but is not physically strong. Gracie Jiu Jitsu is the perfect style for him and Professor Trey has had experience teaching special needs students. My son was very excited and enthusiastic for nearly a year and moved up in belt rank before he lost interest. All of the coaches were understanding of his way of learning and self expression and made the lessons understandable even for him. I think he was attending to make his dad happy and I had no problem not wanting to go anymore. He did learn a lot for self defense. By that time my daughter was completely fascinated with what her brother had been going about and took his place as a student. She is about four months in and has tried every class that is offered. She enjoys the technical qualities of Jiu Jitsu, but also likes the real world aspects of the no gi classes. She also likes the Judo incorporated into the takedowns classes and especially appreciates how kickboxing rounds out what is missing from a complete MMA education. I think she will be practicing all of these for many years. I hope she can stay with Gracie United for a long time. They treat you like family and encourage the students the same way. I recommend this school and trust all of the teachers, coaches , and professors with my children. That should say plenty.

I was visiting Slidell / New Orleans while on vacation. I looked up their school online and found…read morethe schedule with ease. The adult BJJ class started on time. The instructor, Shawn, greeted me with a smile. The atmosphere is laid back. The instruction is clear. And everyone treats each other with respect. We took a group photo, and they invited me to come back. I recommend anyone traveling to Slidell to visit this school and train.

Professor Mattias is awesome! I dropped by to get a little training in, and was shown the upmost…read morerespect and BJJ comradeship! One Team One love ; BJJ!!! Thank you Professor!

I visited NO had the fortunate opportunity to train at a couple of bjj academies. I came here on a…read moreSaturday for an open mat with my friend who also lives here (I am from CA) and had a blast. Some definite class acts here who were more than welcoming. Don't let the lower belts fool you - they have some beasts on the mat here. The upper belts displayed excellent technique and rolled at a nice pace (no egos here). I would love to come back and train again.

The atmosphere is great, but some of the instructors have no idea what they are doing. Also in…read moretaekwondo the instructor is supposed to be a sabonim but they use Shotokan titles. One instructor told me I couldn't get water during her class wtf? It's on record than I'm type 2 diabetic and have anxiety attacks. The fusion of afrocentricity is cool but it gets in the way sometimes

I am blown away by this place. My 13YO daughter has finally found her "thing" here. We feel so…read morewelcomed, and as the senseis say - we have expanded our "tribe" by becoming part of the XS M.A.D family.

I did the weeklong trial. It was OKAY. The space is too small. There is no equipment to train with…read more(bags, gloves, jump ropes, mirrors, etc.) It is VERY plain and VERY small, basically four walls and a mat. There were way too many students to fit in the small space. The student to coach ratio is absurd, there were 14 students and one teacher in our age range's class (preteen to young teen). There was not enough seating for parents. Parents had to stand the entire duration of the class, sit on floors and one lady brought her own lawn chair. The parking isn't that great, that is if you can find a spot. There were several "problem" students that seemed to distract the coach quite frequently. When the students were paired up for matches, many weren't even monitored by the coach. How could he? With 14 students, there were 7 matches going on at once and he missed so much. Maybe an assistant would help. I didn't like how I saw some of the "bully" types take advantage of the coach's head being turned. All in all, it has potential because many people seem to be interested in it. However, if this place wants to stay in the game, they better step it up. My advice: Spend a few dollars and buy some decent seating (not football benches) and get a second trainer or assistant in the mix.

I am a one stripe blue belt who has been training here since the summer of 2017, so my review will…read morecome of as very biased. However, I've no doubt that many others who've came and trained here will feel the same. While we are a small school, our sense of community is unrivaled. Our students all come from different backgrounds with different goals, ideas and beliefs, however if you were to come and experience a class with us, that won't be the first thing you'd noticed. You'd notice that aside from training and sparring, our classes are filled with conversations, jokes and banter. I admit that you will find gyms with better facilities and equipment, but I'll be hard pressed to find one with a more accepting and welcoming atmosphere than that of ours or any of the other Gracie United schools for that matter. Our professor(instructor),Matthew Stock, strives to maintain an environment that pushes the students to better themselves and allow us to be competitive, while at the same time reminding us to humble ourselves. You will seldom find someone more dedicated to teaching this craft. He has kept this school open even after years of not being able to turn a profit. In every tournament that one of our members has competed in, he always makes sure to show up to support and coach us, no matter if it was the entire adult class that signed up or a handful of the kids class. We are a small gym and we can only make due with the small amount of money we produce. However, that shouldn't discourage you from coming and experiencing it for yourself. The more people that come and sign up, the more we would be able to provide back for our students. Because this is more than just a business, it's a family.