Real jiu-jitsu. Outstanding environment for learning proper techniques. Professor Vanderson is…read morethe real deal.

Vanderson BJJ is a great place to be introduced to bjj or if you are a seasoned BJJ practitioner…read morelooking to up your game. Vanderson provides real world and tournament applications for all levels of BJJ. Vanderson is a very approachable person who truly want to educate all students in a effort to heighten their BJJ skill set. I would recommend to all BJ practitioners.

Great lineage and fundamentals. Excellent for self defense and getting into shape. Highly recommend…read more- very welcoming environment!

From the owner: We teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. We have a kids class…read moreM-th and Saturday mornings. We have Women's and Teens only classes on Tues and Thurs at 6:15 and Adult Jiujitsu M-Th and Saturday mornings.

When we moved to the area our middle little was struggling. He isn't a big sports guy but has taken…read morekarate in the past. From day one with Coach John he has talked about how much he has enjoyed MMA (and fyi he enjoys almost nothing that isn't NBKA2K) The staff is firm not intimidating but consistent. I plan to enroll my preschooler when the time comes. Sansei Arvin has created a welcoming environment for parents and students. Looking forward to watching my son grow not only in the gym but overall from his time spent here. Highly recommend.

I have went here for a little and Sensei Arvin is very compassionate but firm at the same time. I…read morealso have grown very fond of Sensei John And Sensei Kane. Team Z is a big

I called this gym to ask if they offered a free trial. The owner confirmed I could come in and…read morestart a 7-day trial immediately. When I arrived, an employee had me fill out paperwork and provide my card information. I trained that day and returned once more, but the experience was disappointing -- no coaching, no feedback, and overcrowded classes where you could barely move. I'm new to boxing and received zero instruction from any of the coaches during either visit. I decided to cancel before the end of the 7-day trial. When I called the owner, he instantly became defensive and claimed I'd signed a 12-month contract. When I reminded him he promised a trial, he said he was "on a roof" and hung up on me. He later admitted that his employee shouldn't have signed me up for a membership and said he would refund me. I provided my name as he requested, but he never issued the refund and stopped responding to my messages. As for the facility itself, it was unclean and overcrowded. The floors were covered in sweat, shoes and clothes were piled in the hallway, and the air was stifling. Safety seemed like an afterthought -- I even had to buy used hand wraps from an employee because no one had a key to the new ones. In the end, I was charged for a "free trial" that offered no training, no professionalism, and no respect. I've had to dispute the charge with my bank. I would strongly recommend finding another gym that values honesty, cleanliness, and actual instruction.

Mike Rogers is STL legend. Started my career here, and now he lets me coach. Old school gym vibes.read more

I've trained with different Martial Arts schools on and off my entire life. BY FAR the best…read moreinstructor and martial arts environment Ive ever trained in.

From the owner: Andre's Academy specializes in building strong, confident, respectable youth character through…read moreWorld Champion Martial Arts training & fitness. We also offer fitness and kickboxing training for Mom's & Dad's, men & women. Our athlete enhancement program I.C.E. has converted youth athletes into champion teams and individuals. Andre's Academy programs are written and led directly by Hall of Famer, 5x U.S. Champ, 2x World Champ, Author & Life Coach Jermaine Andre' who has traveled the world to prove his martial arts skills in Muay Thai, MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Sambo, Bodyguarding, Security and more. All programs are written by Jermaine Andre' with the modern needs of youth & adults in mind. Our youth program specializes in Bully Awareness, and building superior athleticism. Mr. Andre' also assures that every student and member gets personal attention directly from him, and the certified instructors that he personally trained. Students and members get training directly from the real deal at Andre's Academy. Andre's Academy stands above the rest because we assure that EVERY student and member has direct access to Jermaine Andre'. We are a private facility that encourages and nourishes respect and friendship between all members. This creates an extremely pleasurable environment where your child can train around positive adults as they build confidence, and learn complete martial arts in striking, grappling and takedowns from a true world accomplished professional athlete.

I found the Chesterfield Gracie Barely has good people and a great environment for learning. Their…read morewere very helpful.

From the owner: The Gracie Barra Chesterfield martial arts classes are aligned with the Gracie Barra Program…read moreStructure developed by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. to meet the specific learning needs of people of different ages, gender, and levels. Our clean, friendly, and progress-oriented environment allow you to have an inspirational, challenging, and technical training experience that will always make you feel like coming back. Gracie Barra is for anyone who values honor, respect, martial arts, wellness, and discipline, and is looking for a balanced lifestyle. This location serves the areas of Ballwin, Wildwood, Des Peres, Twin Oaks, Ellisville, Manchester, Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Howell, Weldon Spring, Clarkson Valley, Maryland Heights, and Town and Country Missouri.

I signed my nephews up at this school after they hadn't been to class in a couple years. The school…read morethat they were going to before had made them loose interest quite quickly and they eventually stopped wanting to go. Now, at My Martial Arts, the boys can't wait to go to class. It's all they can talk about when they see family members and they can't wait to tell them what they've learned. The boys are learning quickly and doing so well! The youngest constantly tells everyone that he's got class tonight,even when he doesn't, because he's so excited! The instructors are great with the kids and the boys have fallen in love with them and consider them to be great friends and teachers. I couldn't be happier taking them here and wouldn't consider taking them anywhere else.

Exemplary place for kids and adults to learn Tae Kwon Do. Instructors are professional and…read moreproactive in all the martial arts exercises. They encourage all students to perform to the very best of their abilities at the school and at tournaments. My health has improved a great deal since joining 8 months ago. I'm approaching my fifties by getting in the best fighting shape of my life.