this place is great! I am a fellow student from the kids class. We learn very important life skills…read moreand Martial arts. I defiantly recommend this place for children and adults! Something else is that you can have a free week trial to test it out

Both of my boys, ages 4 and 6, just completed their free 2 weeks of class and we are very excited…read moreto sign our 6 year old up! Adam has a great group on kids in his Monday class and his patience with them is remarkable. He expects success from these kids and encourages them to be the best they can be! In all of the sports and activities we have done with our kids, this has got to be the most motivating and rewarding class yet! My kids walked out of there feeling a sense of pride, confidence, and accomplishment. I am looking forward to joining the Victory family!

My friends and I signed for a beginners women's self defense class. It runs for 8 weeks on…read moreThursday's. They did move locations in January and some of the gps platforms have not updated their address yet. Make sure to grab their address from their welcome email. Two women teach the class and they are very informative. They also have multiple Bobs where you perform the moves on. The instructors help you walk through each movement. We learned a lot on Day 1 and I'm excited for what's to come.

The school is clean. The owner is fair. Prices are reasonable for similar schools in the area.read more

Back again for the kid's jiu jitsu class on Friday nights. Quality instruction and my son learned…read morequickly the backpack move. Ross's gym was clean and instructors were good with the young ones

I've been going here for Muay Thai lessons for over 2 months now, and I love it! Rey and Sonny are…read moreexcellent teachers who deliver a strong emphasis on the basics and know how to slowly break-in the beginners. Their assistants Debbie and Nicholas are also great and will constantly push you and give sound advice. There is a friendly family atmosphere for the most part, but these guys know when to get serious, command respect from all students, and push the physical limits of the class. Like Kristen B. noted, the first class is free for any martial art you want to try out, and you can try them all. For newbies, there's a pretty mixed crowd in the beginner and intermediate Muay Thai classes. I'd say about 35-40% of the class is female, and the age spread is very wide from age 10 to people in their 40s. Many of the advanced and intermediate level students go to the beginner classes to brush up on their basics, and it gives the new students some experienced partners to help them progress. Most of all, EVERYONE is just really chill. If there's anything that might need improvement, the gym itself could use a water fountain and an interior refresh here and there. At least they sell cold beverages and bottled water for relatively cheap. Other than that, it's a pretty good size gym with a full-size ring, weight-training area, a big class mat area, and a heavybag area. You can also order your equipment through them. Test yourself and feed that inner beast. It's great fun and being with good people makes it even more worthwhile!

Great location to train. Kind people, drills are thoroughly explained, and all levels of experience.read more

Great School. If you want to learn some self defense or just want a fun way to get in better shape…read moreB1 BJJ is a great option.

John Mazzola is amazing! When I contacted him about setting up a karate demonstration for students,…read morehe offered to lead 2 self-defense classes!!! John found ways for every student who wanted to participate, to do so on their own terms. He showed patience, kindness, and acceptance for all. Everyone had a great time and they are still talking about their experiences at National Karate. Thank you John!!!

From the owner: National Karate & Martial Arts is a top-rated, family-friendly martial arts school that has been…read morevoted the best for 13 consecutive years. We offer a wide range of programs for all ages, including youth and adult martial arts and Krav Maga self-defense. With locations in Aurora, Bartlett, Elk Grove/Roselle, Naperville, and South Elgin, our dedicated instructors are committed to helping students build confidence, discipline, and physical fitness. Join us and discover why we've been the best choice for martial arts training in Illinois.

This is going to be a little long, hopefully you'll find the background relevant…read more I've been disabled for 20 years. Severe chronic back pain from a car crash. I've gone through the pain management program at MarionJoy three times to no avail. Some of their docs really tried to help, others not so much. I've been to most if not all of the major pain specialists in the Chicago area, as well as several out of state, including Mayo Clinic. Tried every non-invasive procedure I could find (I wasn't a candidate for most surgical options): acupuncture, acupressure, chiropractic, various shots, etc. On a good day (once every month or two) I could go grocery shopping, but would be exhausted afterwards. Needed a cane for the past decade if I was going to walk more than 15-30 minutes. Walked like an 80-year-old most of the time. Everything took effort. Then I started at UMA for Qigong with Grand Master McGee. I've still got a ways to go, but have made vast improvements. I can go shopping most any time now, errands aren't usually a big deal, and I can usually cook once a day. Able to be more social, can sit and talk with company without too much discomfort, where it used to be completely exhausting. Haven't used the cane since. In short, I'm feeling human again. Grand Master McGee as well as the other students are a big part of that. Self-defence hasn't been a priority for me, but I'm learning quite a bit in addition to getting me healthy. I'm able to do most of what the rest of the class does, which I honestly didn't think I'd ever be capable of. Grand Master McGee really knows his craft.

I have been training here for just over 1 year and it is by far the best decision I have made…read more There is so much to learn and the grand master is extremely knowledgable and helpful. It has helped me lose weight and gained self confidence not just in martial arts but also in my day to day life.

Although it was an intimidating experience going to a self defence class for the first time,…read moreperhaps decades younger than the other members of the other class, it was a valuable experience and I have plans to commit to it again. As soon as you walk in at 6 for the intro class, it is very obvious that the instructor knows her stuff. Her name was Riya, and her mannerisms and her teaching style all suggested that she had a lot of experience under her belt. The other members of the class were courteous and offered advice for each drill. They made me feel as if I was a part of their tight-knit group from the very beginning, rather than just starting that very day. As a person that will soon go off to college soon, self defence is a tool that is very necessary. I'm glad that I started my journey of leaning how to defend myself here!

From the owner: Krav Maga Self-Defense Trainingread more

SUDA International is truly something special. The owners and staff are amazing -- welcoming,…read moregenuine, and incredibly knowledgeable. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the laid-back and friendly atmosphere they've created. What really sets this place apart is the community. Everyone -- from beginners to advanced students -- is supportive, encouraging, and there to help each other grow. You can tell the owners have put a lot of heart into building not just a dojo, but a real family. If you've ever thought about trying it out, just go. You'll feel right at home from day one.

This self-defense school is wonderful! Our child began attending about a month ago, and he…read morefrequently asks when his next class will be. We feel so fortunate to have chosen this school for his instruction.

Disorganized & Frustrating Cancellation Process…read more I signed up in May for a $89/month membership after taking a free class. Unfortunately, I never made it back, so I submitted a cancellation request through their app about two months later. That's where everything went downhill. I received a vague one-line email saying my request was "initiated" but needed more information. I replied multiple times asking what was needed--no response. I called, left voicemails, and sent several text messages over the course of months. Still nothing. Meanwhile, I continued to be charged for August and September despite actively trying to cancel. I eventually had to stop payment through my bank. Even after that, I kept reaching out about using the credits I had already paid for. Every time, I was told "Rich will call you back." It took two more months to finally speak with him. Then I was told I only had 30 days post-cancellation to use my credits--something that was never disclosed when I signed up or during my attempts to cancel. Even worse, I was told the only way to use the credits I already paid for was to reactivate my membership and start paying again. To top it off, I found out my account had been sent to collections with no prior notice. This entire experience was frustrating, unprofessional, and completely avoidable with proper communication. Make sure you fully understand their cancellation policies--and get everything in writing--before signing up.

Krystin was very friendly, helpful, and encouraging. Unfortunately, I only lasted 10 minutes during…read moremy introductory class. I received 2 minutes of one on one instruction about punching combos and then joined the class to be thrown into complicated, intermediate cardio regimens that quickly overwhelmed me. I am a larger girl, I am not in the best shape, nor am I very athletic. If you are like me and you are attempting to get your feet wet in a new fitness option, I don't recommend an intro class at Title Boxing club. There might be other boxing classes that are more beginner friendly and more adept at catering to beginner skill sets. Also, if you don't already own a pair, you will need to buy $10 hand wraps prior to starting class.

I came to town to visit my In Laws , and for a while I was looking for a box. Finally I found a…read moregreat place , 5 min away from their house. Coach John was awesome, really nice guy and you can tell he knows what he is doing! I'll come here again for sure next time I'm in town! Great place.

Amazing Crossfit box. The coaches are super knowledgable and the people are beyond supportive. If…read moreyou are interested in Crossfit or looking for a better box I highly recommend C2L. They also have Spartan SGX classes where you do more body weight training and running.