My daughter loves this gym and her instructors she is always excited to learn new things and she…read morelooks forward to each session

I started with the Dragon Gym as a 6 year old child in 1986. Being ambidextrous, I struggled with…read morecoordination, not having a dominant side. At the time, the Karate Kid was popular and my parents had a coupon to the Dragon Gym, They figured, at the least, two weeks free training and a uniform would be a neat experience. For the next 14 years, the Dragon Gym transformed me into a disciplined, healthy, and focused individual, and helped lay the foundation for spiritual growth and introspection. It's so much more than an activity. It's a way of life. The current head master, Somnath Sikdar, and his partner, Master Lonnie Beck, came up with me through the ranks. After a 20 year absence from the area, I've returned to find that the current iteration of the gym has maintained what makes the Dragon Gym special, while adding different arts and programs and putting great effort into tailoring progression to fit a child's intellectual,physical, and psychological development. To sum it up, there's nothing like the integration of body, mind, and spirit coupled with the ability to focus and overcome challenges in your life. I cannot think of a better extracurricular practice for a child to grow into and be prepared for adulthood than becoming part of the Dragon Gym family.

just now NEW Great…read moreexperience women's self defense class with sensei Rob and his staff. Thank you for doing this for The community

I just started my 2nd daughters classes and within just 4-5 classes she is showing signs of…read morediscipline we haven't seen in her yet. We know it's early but we couldn't be happier so far. This is a really big deal for us. Sensei and team skillfully have been able to nudge her into the right direction. We look forward to her continued growth.

Absolutely no regard to the Telford community. Having to live close by, means members of Action…read moreKarate, continuously park where they have been told countless times not to. My husband and I have contacted action karate, and the town to try to get this matter dealt with. We were told they'd let the guests know to not park on the side of E Ridge Ave, closest to Main St. and instead go a few yards down to where there is endless street parking. It's a shame, because I hate judging a business based on things their members do; however, the business itself does not seem to care either.

I have been at action karate since 3rd grade and I joined from an invite to a birthday party so I…read morewent and enjoyed it. I signed up, did classes went through promotions until I was a red belt. Then the challenge came I practiced and practiced until the day came, I woke up and got my gee on and went over to my black belt challenge. I worked super hard, almost fainting but I passed got my Jr. black belt but now I am going for my 1st degree and I am ready!

My children have been going here since 2008 and I have nothing but good things to say about it!…read more (BTW, I have all daughters). The instructors are tough but fair. No "Karate Kid" yelling in your face or anything. They teach children starting at about 5 years old and are patient, firm and caring. Adults take classes at Kwon's as well, and there are mixed age group classes and separate adult classes as well. The focus and emphasis at Kwon's is personal growth and achievement. No race to each belt level and no bilking you for extraneous belt levels either! Kwon's is open 7 days a week and offers Tae Kwon Do, Kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu. If you are looking for a family orientated organization with quality instructors and a caring staff - this is the place for you!

Our daughters have been coming to Kirk's for three years. They are learning so many valuable skills…read morethat will last a lifetime. Self- defense is so important for girls to learn. You wouldn't throw a kid in a pool without teaching them to swim. We know when our girls need to use these skills, they are prepared. This family run business is rock star. We drive a half hour to and from multiple times a week. We pass lots of other karate businesses. Kirk's is the best!

I have been associated with Kirk's for 12 years, beginning when my sons started karate lessons…read more After watching Krav Maga class while I waited for them for 4 years, on s whim I took off my shoes and socks and stepped into the mat. Boy am I glad I did! I've been learning and practicing krav for 8 years now. When I steadied onto the mat, I was instantly welcomed and made to feel at home, a 5' tall woman among a lot of 6' men, but women as well. One of the things that makes Kirk's so special is hope much everyone, instructors and students alike are friendly, helpful and encouraging right from the start. It may sound sappy but its true, they feel like a second family. That's all well and good, but how good are the classes? Fun, challenging and always instructive. I have learned so much about self defense and how much power and capability I have despite being petite. That knowledge and self awareness is truly empowering. All I can say is yet it for yourself.

Great place, Ive been training in one thing or another for 40 years. Hands down the best around…read moreThe Senior and junior instructors are technically proficienct and the facility is clean and professiona l.

My son started at age 5 because he asked to. He's 26 now and a 5th dan. There's no better place or…read moreway to be. We've seen the world and couldn't be amongst better people because of it. Highly recommend for many reasons.

At the recommendation of two friends, I took my son to try an introduction to karate at Phoenix…read more His first two lessons were free. After the first lesson, he was given his white belt and beamed from ear to ear. Now it is a few months later and he still loves going there. Next month he will graduate to his yellow belt! The environment is friendly and casual. This is very much a family business. There are often three or four instructors for each class, which is great for the younger students. The class splits into various belt colors (white, yellow, orange) to suit their different skill levels. They play, exercise and practice respect and self defense. They also offer classes for adults, kids summer camp, host patents' nights out and birthday parties. They are pretty awesome.

Owner is a wonderful person! Would recommend patronizing. Have only heard great things about this…read moreplace and the owner himself.

I've been training at West End Dojo for about 7 years. Most of those years were when I was a child…read more I was welcomed back by my childhood role models, and the entire dojo family, with open arms two years ago when I decided to join with my 6-year-old son. West End Dojo teaches Koei Kan Karate, a traditional Japanese martial art. Besides the obvious health benefits of living an active lifestyle, you will learn many other traditional aspects of the art. You will also become part of a family that pushes you to do better and to train harder every class. It's an amazing experience to be able to workout with my son, while we learn vital life lessons and techniques that we may need one day. I'm very thankful for my dojo family - they all have helped us become stronger, healthier people both physically and mentally.

The West End Dojo is not a convenience store - it is a Koei-Kan Karate School. It's been in…read moreBrodheadsville since 1991. They teach traditional Japanese martial arts.