I started ladies kickboxing classes at Spero's about 4 months ago and since then my 2 kids, ages 8…read moreand 4, have started in the pups classes. I've noticed a dramatic difference in my athletic abilities and I can always count on the coaches to push me to my limits. They give great instruction and make suggestions according to my personal goals. When I started, I had no experience with boxing or kickboxing, now I am confident with my technique and I'm eager to learn more so I recently started jiujitsu and MMA training there as well. The coaches are friendly and no matter if you walk in knowing nothing or have some training already, you'll get an amazing workout and great results! My kids love the classes as well do I and my spouse.

Where to start. Being a 50+ year old woman, who hadn't had a hard work out in a long time and…read morereally wanting to get in better shape. I went in Feb of 2012 and took a free class. Dave worked us pretty hard. But it was such a good hard work out. I figured i better sign up for the next month then and there or I would probably find an excuse not to go back! LOL. The other women (i was clearly the oldest probably by about 15 years) were in various stages of getting in shape and there were some younger HS students as well. Every one of them made me feel welcome, there was no avoiding me because I was the oldest etc. In fact there was this particular exercise that we did and since I was the slowest i was still going to finish my 20 wall touches ( you had to do situps and then run and touch the wall so many times. ) I will NEVER forget how one of the youngest students and one of the 30 year old student , hopped down to the mat and finished them with me and pushed me on and the other students cheered. This isn't just martial arts at Spero's...;this is family. I went there for several months and only stopped when i got a new job with hours til 7 pm, but if I can move up my shift soon by a half hour, i will surely be back! Besides, I need more stripes! Yep I even earned a stripe or two! i also enjoyed going in the cage and working out and sparring! Boxing was my favorite part, the warm up jog my least favorite. When I needed to be pushed Dave knew it and the few things I wasn't able to do physically he knew I tried and that was all he would ask. If nothing else, see if he has any self defense classes coming up. We would do that on Saturdays and it was awesome!! Trust me, you will love this place. I have seen Daves kids classes and those kids have a blast and Dave has boundless energy and patience with them. I will say too that all the men that attend there are polite and eager to encourage everyone too. Its just a great vibe there. I miss all my fellow students and know that you haven't seen the last of me yet! xo

My daughter has been at Kwon's Taekwondo for 9 months so far and she loves it. Master Jayne, Master…read moreGreg and Grandmaster Kwon are wonderful instructors with patience and a passion to teach their students with sensitivity and kindness. The school not only teaches the art of Taekwondo but also the Korean language. They offer a wide variety of programs for both adults and children and are reasonably priced compared to other schools. Also, they sometimes offer a 1 month free with a free uniform just to try it out. I would highly recommend sending young children here to learn the martial art and discipline.

I joined with my kids. The atmosphere is great and the people really take the time to help you…read moretrain. Theres no pressure and Grand Master Kwon has a great start up program to try it out. I have to say my boys enjoy and so do I.

Yang's fitness is a small local gym. Diane offers a fitness kick-boxing class that I just LOVE…read more Every class offers something new and inventive. The stretches at the end are great and fellow participants are friendly. Down fall is that the classes are costly.

I'm not generally a fan of gyms, but I *love* training with Nina and the atmosphere at Yang's…read moreFitness is welcoming to both serious fitness fanatics and novices (like me). I rarely get the chance to take advantage of the classes (though I regularly attend tai chi classes on the martial arts side of the building), but the offerings are vast and my friends rave about them. Diana, Alex and staff are so warm and, together with the martial arts staff, have created a family of which my kids and I feel a part. Extra plus that parking is plentiful.

Best athletic club PERIOD. Extremely Clean, well…read moremaintained, excellent classes and personal trainers, beyond clean, it smells good. Smoothie bar is great, my favorite , macho mango. A diversity of activities to keep you active and fit with your journey to A more health and active lifestyle or to get to a BMI of 18 or below, athletic fitness level. Very pleasant atmosphere, I take advantageous of the full membership and have unlimited classes which motivates me. I attend from 3 to 7 different group classes a week from spin, conditioning, strength to yoga. Most enjoyable, convenient, and independent. I am glad I am a member.

I travel for work and always carry my boxing gloves. This gym has full length hanging heavy bags, a…read morespeed bag and timing bag. Amazing! Employees are all friendly and know how to mix protein shakes well. Shout out to the instructor who let me hit the bag while he was teaching a class.

My son takes lessons with his Dad here and I think Mike Cote does a wonderful job with the kids…read more He has fun and its a structured environment. He teachers manners, respect and the art of karate the way he was taught in Japan. His fees are very reasonable, he told me he enjoys teaching and wants everyone to have an opportunity to take classes! It has improved my son's self esteem as well as his body strength. - J Tate

My son loves his karate class. They make the classes fun. The app is great for signing up for…read moreclass and very flexible.

I looked into this dojo for my son because I trained in karate for about six years when I was…read moreyounger, and I know how valuable good instruction can be. I wanted him to have that same opportunity. What I saw here raised one red flag after another. The Kenpo taught here struck me as so watered down and Americanized that I had trouble recognizing it as the martial art I hoped my son would learn. They've incorporated boxing movements that, in my experience, make little sense in karate sparring. I was genuinely surprised to see ducking taught as a move. The belt progression concerned me even more. My son has a friend who earned a black belt here at age 12 after only three years of training. On its own, that might warrant a closer look. Combined with fees for each belt test, it left me with the impression that promotions are happening far too quickly. A black belt should represent years of demonstrated skill and hard work, not a series of paid tests. I also found the push to commit to months of training troubling. Other reviews allege that families were asked to leave five-star reviews; I can't verify those claims, but they added to my concerns. I'm sure some children enjoy the classes. But from what I saw, the emphasis seemed to be on keeping kids entertained and moving through belts, rather than teaching a disciplined martial art with meaningful standards. If you want a fun hour-long activity for your child, this may suit you. If you want serious, traditional martial arts instruction, I would look elsewhere. To me, this had every hallmark of a "McDojo."

Nice has sauna. Both steam and dry. Hot tub if your into that. Nice workout equipment layoutread more

Really enjoy the weight room. Nicely setup…read more The machines they have are older, but in my honest opinion I like it better than the Nautilus equipment that is in most other commercial gyms. The newer equipment feels more awkward to me. All metal dumbbells that just feel right. I really dig it. The only thing I would add is a hack squat machine. Sauna room is great. Down to earth kind of gym. One of my favorite gyms in the area. I've tried out three others.

Our youngest of three daughters, She is 6- has attention and impulse issues, and we decided to try…read moreout karate for a month and see how she liked it... We are now paying customers and we will be for a long time Rick and Linda are wonderful people who really care for their business and their customers. Our little girl loves to go to karate with Mister Rick twice a week. He is absolutely incredible with children. He's incredible with everyone, but if you can get my little one as engaged as she is- BRAVO!!! Whatever age you are, Merrimack Karate Studio is so worth looking into Oh, very reasonable as well! Linda seems to run the business end of things more so, and she is fantastic with follow-up to see how our girl is feeling about karate... I couldn't recommend a karate/MMA/self-defense studio more. Try them out for a month. You won't be disappointed.

Rick Giroux runs a very interactive, enthusiastic and positive minded studio. His wife Linda, is a…read moregreat resource and is always helpful. It is a great place to keep your child moving, motivated and positive minded.