Instructors are really great! They really watch your kids form and correct when necessary…read more Extremely hands on. They know the names of every single child and their parents. They even provide feedback when they get a chance during class changes. It's a community type of atmosphere if you allow yourself to engage and participate. My kids where not very motivated in the beginning but after awhile they really started digging it. Pricing might be an obstacle for lower income families. I made the financial sacrifice because my son needed something like this after being beat up in school. Coming here really boosted his self-esteem and confidence. Again, such awesome instructors and helpers. A great investment on your child/children for sure.

Mr and Mrs Granieri as well as Mrs Lopez welcomed us from another MA discipline with wide open…read morearms. My son has continued and expanded his "whole body learning" both in direct TKD skills and cardiovascular health, but also character development. My daughter participated in private lessons and received timely support by way of the Granieri's encouraging message of self-worth, self-identity, and self-defense. When other activities (baseball!!) take us from our normal participation levels, there is never judgement, only welcoming arms when we settle back into routine. My children are 14 and 11. There are many students in that age cluster. The location is easily accessible off Route 51 near the Arboretum, and the class schedules allows for flexibility to your week. We are completely satisfied and look forward to continued growth with URMA!

Looking for something different instead of the same old routine? Or maybe you have always avoided…read moreexercise before, like me! I finally decided to try this Tai Chi class. It is a wonderful way to get in better shape. But the side benefit is that it really helps lower stress (and who doesn't have stress nowadays?) Great experience!

From the owner: Take a Free intimate class to learn the ancient arts of Kung Fu, Tai Chi as well as the healing…read morepowers of Meditation & Yoga.

Incredibly welcoming for first-timers. 11 year old daughter…read morestarted here a year ago and loves it...used to go to a strip mall martial arts and realized that it was just exercise and not truly self-defense. Hayastan is different. This place is hands on and the kids learn true kickboxing, grappling and jiu jitsu. Perfect spot for your children to grow confidence and learn actual technique.

Hayastan MMA has been a great place for my training and fitness needs…read more Kevin and the staff here are focused, driven, and strive to improve themselves and their curriculum on a daily basis. Whether you're looking to simply start training, or seeking to jump into an amateur or professional MMA career, the team at Hayastan have the expertise to deliver quality training and instructions in a safe and professional manner.

At Sparks, you always feel like family. Sensei is a great guy, very personable and has a fantastic…read morebusiness frame of mind. He is REAL!! great guy to talk to, and a fantastic teacher. My son has been going here for a few months now, and not only has he enjoyed learning, but he has more focus (he struggles with ADHD) and he is getting in shape. We have been able to stop going to physical therapy, because training here has done so much. I just can't say enough about how great this place is. It's definitely worth coming in and checking it out.

From the owner: Sparks Martial Arts offers the best teaching and training in the area. We are proud to be one of…read morethe only schools offering these specialized programs for our students in one training facility.Personalized Initial Private Lesson to assess each student's Martial Art's needs, level and goals. We have convenient class schedules with unlimited attendance.Sparks Martial Arts is conveniently located in the Stallings/Matthews Area.

I came into Dojo on a Groupon, and trained with Brandon/Martial arts expert/Kung Fu/Brazilian Jiu…read moreJitsu master for several weeks. The studio is located in Noda, a few blocks away from the new Harris Teeter. I was very impressed with Brandon's teaching style/method, the classes, his overall outlook, and positive-centered approach to training. The cool thing about Brandon is that he can either plan a regimented routine, or make up an impromptu session without a lot of forethought. I came in with a group of friends, giving Brandon only a few days notice, and he was able to execute a training session with us, as beginners, and his other, advanced practice students in the same class. He also keeps you motivated and driven, without being stern or harsh. He has a very easygoing. pleasant nature, and in spite of his advanced background, he teaches on a fundamental basis for those who are new to these types of activities. I felt challenged with each class, but not overly so. And I felt that I became better conditioned during the weeks that I trained here. They play a nice eclectic mix of music, which enhances the workout. It does get hot in the studio in the summer, because the a/c is either not working, or is not going full force, but this unpleasantry can be avoided if you go in the fall, when it is not hot outside. There is not a lot of parking, but we were not affected, as the class size was fairly small, and not a lot of people were there during our sessions, but parking could be a problem if the class sizes increase. If you can catch him during a class when his son (who is 2 or so) in the studio with Mom, you'll get the added bonus of watching Brandon do some backflips/ mid-air flip jumps, and handstands, which he is apparently teaching to his son!

A seminal place to train, workout, or learn something new is Dojo Body Mind in the Plaza Midwood…read morearea! Excellent classes for the novice or the experienced in kick boxing and martial arts!

Not a McDojo here! Real instructors with real-world experience that are comfortable training…read morestudents at all different levels.

Fantastic Krav Maga & self-defense classes for all ages and experience levels! I've been going here…read more6 months and feel stronger and more confident than ever. Instructors for every class are friendly and knowledgable. They take the time to demonstrate techniques/drills that mimic real word scenarios. I leave every class feeling like I've got a great workout and learned something new. Highly recommend trying a class out!

Friendly, inclusive traditional karate instruction with a convenient location near Uptown,…read moreOakhurst, Plaza-Midwood and Eastland. I started adult classes after a brief time training in another style. The teacher and students have all been very welcoming and patient. Highly recommend if you are looking to learn a martial art for fitness and/or self-defense! Their kid class look great, too. First class is free, so check it out.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Self Defense Instruction & Equipment…read more- Martial Arts Instruction