Sensei Burt does an amazing job with the kids, and every lesson ends with a positive experience…read more Whether your kid is 3 or 12, bring them to NOLA Karate!

My Grandson Landen went here in 2022 and loved it! We had to leave for family complication. But we…read moreare back into it! Sensei Maben is very good and kind with the kids.

I don't go here regularly but I've dropped by to roll quite a few times since 2006…read more It's exactly what I would expect from a bjj gym in Nola. It's like a pop-up in the back of a gym. There are exposed brick walls and some other characteristics you expect to find in these old buildings. It's next to a bar. The students are all friendly and many of them are interesting characters with crazy patches or mismatched neon color rash guards. One guy had a patch on his gi of Johnny Cash flipping the bird, which is the best possible patch if you ask me. I'm surprised there isn't a bar in the back of the gym or a brass band playing while we spar. Professor Matthias is an excellent teacher. I'd also imagine he'd be a great coach ringside as he is always very good at identifying opportunities for attack when we spar. He's also a really down to earth guy with some good stories. I wish I had the time to do bjj seriously again. It's frustrating to know that your skills are devolving while the bjj game keeps changing and evolving, but I guess that's just what happens when you get old. If I did have the time and inclination I would be proud to be a member here. You should check it out.

I was in New Orleans on vacation and needed to get my No-Gi fix, so I decided to check this gym…read moreout. Being a girl, I have experienced some not so friendly training partners who have a thing about rolling with girls. This was not the case here. Everyone there was super nice, and I was glad to see another girl in the class! The instructor was super technical and thorough. He went over the technique in detail and then gave us plenty of drill time. After technique, he reviewed what he covered before it was time to roll. After a few rounds, he summarized the technique again, which I thought was awesome; repetition really helps new technique stick! What I loved the most was that before he dismissed class, he went around and asked everyone if they had any questions. He answered everyone's questions with patience, and did not rush, although it seemed another class was getting ready to start using the mats. Overall, I had a great time here and I will definitely check them out again whenever I go back and visit.

I have visited New Orleans many times over the past several years, making it a point to stop by and…read morepractice at NOLA Aikido. The instructors are warm, personable and truly embody what Aikido is all about. To realize the impact that NOLA Aikido has on its community, you need not look any further than the diverse range of students that call it home. From their wonderful, fun and energetic kids' classes, to their complete schedule of adult classes that somehow manage to provide meaningful value to students who's martial art goals vary across a wide spectrum. If you are looking for Aikido in NOLA, you must give this dojo a visit. If you are a traveling aikidoka, you won't find a warmer and friendlier dojo away from your own.

Nice clean facilities of Space instructors very nice and polite. Five stars definitely goes to this…read moredojo.

Hey y'all Aikido of New Orleans has moved!…read more Our new address is: Broadmoor Arts & Wellness Center, 3900 General Taylor, New Orleans, LA 70125 Our new phone number is (504) 380-9233 Yelp is being difficult in changing our info. Thanks

I became a member of this dojo in December, 2011, with no prior background in martial arts. Aikido…read morewas recommended to me particularly by a trusted friend in the security industry who has vast experience in self-defense. I opted for the beginner's package, which includes 2 months of dues, and a discount on the uniform. This proved to be a great introduction to this fascinating martial art. In two months' time, I had learned the fundamentals, and I shortly became comfortable enough to begin attending classes for all skill levels, while continuing to polish the techniques taught in beginner's classes. Aikido appeals to me because it is a martial art of peace, and the objective is to neutralize attacks through the use of throws, joint locks, and pins, so no one is injured. My monthly dues are affordable, and allow me to train at the dojo any day of the week, as often as I like. I especially enjoy changing the days that I visit, because each instructor has something different to demonstrate to me, and I feel that I earn a very well-rounded understanding of their teachings. I strongly recommend Aikido of New Orleans to anyone interested in self-defense, Japanese martial arts, or simply a great work-out.

++1. A rare gem among the other karate dojo…read more This is one of the late traditional karate dojos around. If you're looking for a place to learn self-defense, this is the place. Unlike other dojos where you pay for your belt color, Louisiana Karate Association makes you earn it. There are no free things in life. I prefer earning my "stripes," especially if I have to defend myself against an attack. Sensei Mikami is one of the oldest and renowned instructors around. He was a former Japan Karate Champion back in his day...so you know his karate is legit. He focuses on physical and mental discipline. This dojo has a reasonable size class, so you know you'll learn and get the attention you deserve. The other karate students are experienced and really helpful when it comes to needing help. There is a waiting area for parents and guests to sit to watch. If you're unsure, it's a great way to see if this dojo is a good fit for you. So, if you're looking to learn how to defend yourself and get a good workout, this is the karate dojo for you in Metairie.

What made me join was because I wanted to learn better discipline to help me out with my…read moreinvolvement in other sports. I'd be saying a major lie if I said it hasn't helped me in that department. Sensei Mikami is not only the real deal but also a legend in Shotokan Karate. Physical fitness and self defense were some nice bonuses for me that I have gotten out of training here. All of his instructors (too many to name on here because they're all great) are well qualified and specialize in different aspects of karate so if for some reason there is a different teacher than who you are accustomed to having you will still learn something important while being here.

Dropped by the gym while in town and Charlie was so welcoming. Great coaching and the members were…read morefriendly and informative . I felt so comfortable and had some good rolls. Appreciate the warm welcome and definitely coming back when in town again. The gym is nice and clean. I've been to a few gyms and this one is top notch. Thank you for welcoming me and my gf. We had a great time.

10/10 Would and will recommend to anyone passing through NOLA!…read more Not only did they allow my wife and I to drop in, they let our kids who train jump in on the lesson as well! Outstanding representation of a clean and friendly training environment. If we're ever traveling through NOLA again we won't even look anywhere else.

Great place to bring your kids to learn karate. Very respectful staff. Everyone is friendly and…read morehelpful. I workout while I wait for my kids. My kids absolutely love it. My wife and I may join kickboxing classes. There's also a hair salon upstairs and a arts and crafts class. All in one.

I had paid $500.00 dollars for 2blackbelt test its been 8 months for1 and 5 months for the other…read moreshe refuses to give my family there embroidery belt that we have paid for she puts the wrong date on my sons certificate. We had a key to this womens business and anytime she needed my family to run her business we were there. We closed her business at night. I was a paying customer monthly . She is keeping the belts out of meanest and spite and to throw it in my families face she gives her step son that was not in class his embroidery belt. So please take your money some where else she will use and abuse you.

Great atmosphere, nice people and super competitive in a good way, their teachers were amazing, Ill…read morego back when I travel there again.

Great group of guys and gals. I came in from houston they welcomed me without hesitation. No beat…read moreup the visitor games just good open minded jiu jitsu. I recommend this spot