Signed up for cardio kickboxing (heavy bag workout) through Class Pass. This was my first muay thai…read morestyle class and I have never done a kickboxing class in my life. Located on the third floor of a building on Bathurst and Queen, it's a short jaunt from the streetcar and bus stop. For warm up, we jump roped for 15 minutes before I learned some fundamental muay thai punches and kicks. The instructor was highly encouraging and offered great direction. The class was a lot of conditioning mixed in with cardio. I was legit, sweating and had a fantastic time. As it was my first time, I have never invested in boxing gloves. There are community boxing gloves available, but I would encourage you to bring your own if you have one, as I had to wash my hands with copious amounts of soap before I was able to get the smell of sweat off my hands. The fees I find are very reasonable. The first trial class being $10, and drop-ins are $25. The gym offers a variety of packages suited for each individual's needs.

Been doing private trainings with Candice! She's awesome! She knows what she's doing. She pushes…read moreyou hard to reach your goals. The best workout ever! I didn't know I was capable of the level of fitness she has gotten me to. Wish I lived in Toronto to keep training here!! Great facility. Highly recommend!!

I have been a student of Master Sonny Le for the past 5 years and have trained in both Shaolin…read moreweaponry and Wing Chun. Master Sonny Le has infused very refined and skilled techniques into the art of Kung Fu. Disciples of the Academy are actively engaging their physical bodies while grasping mental concepts such as deeper concentration, critical thinking and coordination between the mind and body. Throughout my time under the teachings of Master Sonny Le, I have developed a better sense of my strengths, abilities and self-confidence. The Academy provides a welcoming environment with other students which recognizes our weaknesses in order to overcome them, encouragement to keep us moving forward and the knowledge necessary in order to achieve our own personal goals. My time at North York Kung Fu Academy has enabled me to fulfill my own ambitions and I have successfully completed the Single Kung Fu nunchuku (Shao Zi Gun) and am currently pursuing the intermediate level for the Kung Fu nunchaku and Wing Chun self-defense system.

From the owner: The Canadian Wing Chun & Shaolin Kung Fu School was established in 1994 and has been serving the…read moreToronto area for over almost 16 years. We specialize in traditional Wing chun Kung Fu under linage of YipMan - HoKamMing wing Chun. Canadian wing Chun & Shaolin Kung Fu Academy is one of the Kung-Fu division of C.C.K.S.F (Canadian Chinese Kuo Shu Federation) located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and has been taught by Sifu Sonny Le (Master). 5th Degree National Certified Master in Chinese Kung Fu Martial Art. The focus is on developing the students in all aspects of his/her life. Discipline, respect, confidence, determination, attention to detail and a healthy lifestyle are just some of the aspects developed through Kung Fu training.

I was looking for a way to be active and get back in shape, something that wasn't slow or boring as…read morewell as something that would be useful to know if I ever needed to use it. Having tried a few other Martial Arts before, I wanted to try something different. After doing some online research, I decided to try Krav Maga at Elite Martial Arts. I got started right away and although I was a little intimidated at first, the instructors were (and still are) patient and extremely helpful in the way they conduct classes and run their drills. From the first class I could see why they have such high ratings and why there are always a healthy amount of people in each class. The students are of all ages and come from all walks of life; great blend of everyone here. I find the classes to be very enjoyable and super practical...the Elite conditioning is an intense workout as well; taking this before each Krav Maga class makes me definitely feel a sense of accomplishment once class is finished. Lastly, another bonus is that one day each month there's a free Women's self-defence class. I definitely recommend this school to anyone interested in learning Krav Maga from knowledgeable teachers in a great environment.

Classes are fine. There's usually only one instructor, which isn't enough for fuller classes…read more They'll get a more experienced student to help, but that's not really what you're paying for in these classes. You should think of it more as a fitness class (that's what roughly 40 min of each class is devoted to) that teaches some self-defense techniques rather than a martial arts class, especially since it's located in a gym. Super sketchy when it comes to money though. The instructors will use high pressure sales tactics to get you to buy all the equipment through Dan, the owner, even if you're only interested in classes that don't require/need boxing gloves, thigh guards, etc. Really long lead time to cancel recurring billing (over thirty days) and no flexibility from Dan either. For your money, if you're not in the downtown core (and even if you are and can afford a longer travel time) go somewhere else.

Grant is an amazing teacher and has a wealth of knowledge. He has studied JKD concept, and Filipino…read moreMartial Arts for decades. The new location is amazing, clean and very central. I recommend Sunrise for anyone interested in MMA or Self-defence.

OSMT is a great place to learn high quality Muay Thai technique & get in shape. James & all of the…read moreteachers are thorough, caring and attentive. Everyone who trains at the gym is friendly and welcoming, if you've been curious about trying a new way to get in shape... try Old School!

The best authentic Muay Thai gym in Toronto with amazing instructors. Everyone is so friendly,…read morehelpful, and non-judgemental here. The classes are perfect for all levels from beginners to advanced and there's so much variety in each class that you'll never be bored. Once you take one class, you will be coming back for more!

Love this place. Great family friendly atmosphere which makes for a great learning experience at…read moreyour own pace. The senior students and Chief instructor are vary knowledgeable and helpful at breaking down the technique to easily undrrstand it. You'll find great useful and practical techniques here along with insightful discussions around movements and positioning.

I have trained here for a bit over a year. Have had a lifetime of experience with various hard and…read moresoft martial arts and Shihan Sensei Zimmerman is by far the most gracious and knowledgable I have had the privilege of experiencing. Aikido is certainly not for everyone, but anyone can learn it and this friendly, knowledgeable and open club is an ideal setting for learning.

It's hard to know where to begin with a place like this. It's so much more than the sum of its…read moreparts. The training space is alive with over 50 years of history. You can feel it when you practice. Everyone involved has their own unique approach to the source material, which is very authentic and old fashioned. The Kung Fu styles taught are Choi Lee Fut and Do Pi, both southern styles brought directly from China by the late founder. There are also classes to learn san shou if you're more interested in a modern fighting style. But this isn't a place to learn the most modern techniques and become a prize fighter. It's a place to connect to a community of fantastic people, and to be a part of the preservation of a rich and interesting history. The school is also not-for-profit, so your low monthly fees only go to keeping the place running, no one is paid for their services to the school. All the instructors teach because it is important to them, and you can tell when you're there. As someone with a background in another kind of martial art that's much more business oriented and profit driven, I want to say that it makes a huge difference when something is driven by real human passion rather than money. Joining this school has been one of the most enjoyable decisions I've ever made, and I intend to be a part of it for as long as it's around and I'm able.

The Space: Walking into Innercity MMA feels like getting…read moreinto a very special place: amazing fighting paintings from famous Toronto painters, interesting colours, and the amazing smiles of everybody in the dojo. Teaching level and atmosphere: If like me, you have been subjected to weird or crazy coaches (I have been training martial arts for 13 years), Professor Shah Franco is a total breath of fresh air: you can tell he knows his stuff inside out and yet, he does not take himself too seriously. In the last year, since I've joined, I got to learn and practice a variety of styles (different kinds of stand up, ground work, BJJ, wrestling, self-defence) while having a ton of fun. Training is intense, but the atmosphere is jovial and everyone works hard without any ego flaring. There is a wide range of people training there from professionals to recreational but levels remains fairly high. Instructor attention to class: I have been injured many times in the past because other people could not understand the principle of sparring, and would go full out. No such thing happens here because Prof. Shah monitors sparring sessions (and every class) at all times, and he even spars and rolls with us most of the time (which is pretty amazing, considering how coaches are usually too broken to do so). In one word, Innercity is a gem. If you want to train the real stuff, while having fun, it is the place for you.

InnerCity MMA is a fantastic place to learn and train in a variety of martial arts all at once but,…read moremore than that, it's an amazing place to grow - both as an athlete and as a person. Professor Shah Franco is an incredibly knowledgeable martial artist and he's simply one of the most patient, impassioned coaches I've ever had the pleasure to train under. He brings joy to his life's work and can effortlessly put a smile on our faces, regardless of how much sweat is happily pouring off of everyone (natural side note: the facility itself is kept super clean and is beautifully designed!). The gym has a great atmosphere to train in and all the students are wonderful at giving back. I learn a lot just by working through drills and techniques with my training partners, who double as role models and friends. They always take the time to slow things down and make helpful suggestions, which makes the culture at the gym one of giving...even when "giving" becomes "giving you the fight of your life", it's a ton of fun. With long hours at work, I always look forward to training to switch gears. The fact that the schedule is flexible allows me to do a quick weight workout myself when I can't stay for the next martial arts class. Overall, InnerCity MMA is a home away from home where I can stay fit with friends. My only complaint is that I can't fix the rest of my life to get more time at the gym! Knowledge. Fun. Challenges. This place is hard to beat.

I came to Wuji Xuan after seeing several other practitioners of various Eastern and Western medical…read moretraditions over the last three years for an elusive chronic condition. Despite their efforts, none had been able to improve the issue, and some made it worse. Zac's results-driven approach alongside his eclectic training has proved to be very beneficial on many levels, with my health and beyond. He is very good at meeting patients where they are at, and an intuitive gauge of personality. I picked up on this attribute by listening to many of his interviews and lectures before deciding to try him out for myself. I'm sure like many others that have ended up working with him, I came to Wuji Xuan essentially as a last resort, and now really wish I had come sooner! Zac's mastery of many healing modalities and spiritual disciplines is almost as impressive as how seamlessly he engages them in practice. His approach has a tangible authenticity that never strays into a new-age-y confusion. Herein lies the strength of his ability to heal others, because he can skillfully and quite naturally call upon particular modes to meet the needs of the moment. Moreover, he somehow integrates everything in a clear, direct manner that the patient can understand in the end. Again, with his emphasis on results, I find Zac's multifaceted approach to be an expedited path of healing. And mind you, all of my sessions have been conducted remotely. Very effective. It's also a generous way to conduct business, since he doesn't dilly dally in an attempt to get as many sessions out of his patients as possible. He wants to get straight to the point and see patients improve quickly. 11 out of 10 would recommend Dr. Zachary Lui to anyone seeking help with their health and wellbeing, and also for anyone curious about the intersection of spirituality and the healing arts. Josh

I have been a client at Wuji Xuan Life Wellness where the practioners offer Reiki in Toronto both…read morein person and virtually. I find the treatments very helpful for an auto immune condition. Zachary will pick up on what aspects of myself need healing energy. He is very intuitive and experienced. One time I did not mention that my hand was slightly swollen due to an injury. As Zachary did Reiki, the swelling in my hand disappeared. I feel deeply rested, integrated, and experience relief from the health challenges of my auto immune issue.