So, it sounds like everyone that has reviewed on here before have never been in martial arts. This…read moreschool is fantastic! The instructor Master Ken helped out my son who was struggling with confidence etc. He also probably saved my life by helping me get back in shape. The key is that a lot of people think you go to class and you learn all these crazy moves etc. That's not it works. You have to learn and perfect the moves you're being taught. If you drop your kids off once a week then they aren't going to learn a thing and your just going to be disappointed. A 30 minute warm up and 15 minute training is not just fine its safe. And everyone charges for belt tests but here its super reasonable. If you want to progress you have to put in the time go at least twice a week and practice at home. This is a great school and an amazing group of people. Be reasonable with your expectations and you'll go far here.

I trained here when I was a kid many years ago, even before Instructor Ken was the head instructor…read morethere. I knew him most of my early childhood (8) until I was 16. He gave me my black belt after 8 years of training there. It wasn't easy, and the warm ups may have been long but I was never in better shape. You learn important things there especially as a kid. Hard work, dedication, discipline and self esteem are all things you learn and I think there should be more of that now a days. Nothing builds confidence like martial arts and Head Instructor Ken and this school deserve much better reviews then the people bashing the place. I would recommend and if I still lived in the area I would trust my children to learn there too

I found the best dojo! Samurai Academy of Kobudo in Weymouth, Ma. Soke Grand Master Tsuji teaches…read morehis system that his family developed in Japan for more than 300 years. I've always been interested in the martial arts and a couple of years ago I was looking for a dojo. I tried it for the first time as I was approaching 50 years old. Soke Grandmaster Tsuji is teaching me the ancient art of the samurai that includes open hand and weapons. He shares his wisdom around self defense and his deep knowledge of the history of the Samurai. Soke and his dedicated instructors, T.K., Alvin and Dee have taught me lessons for a lifetime including patience and respect. As an adult learner I like to experience new things. I was easily talked into competing at a regional tournament. Lots of different schools attended and it was great to see how martial arts has a large community. I've been taking the adult classes for the past couple of years and and have always found Samurai Academy to be a welcoming dojo

This place is unbelievable. I've been going several times a week for over a year now and I can't…read moreget enough. Not only is this school good for learning martial arts but everyone here is so nice and welcoming. Unlike the other schools in the region, this dojo doesn't just teach one technique. You can learn how to use jujutsu, moving meditation, dakenjutsu (karate), aikijutsu, kenjutsu (samuarai sword), and even samurai drumming techniques. Also, no where else can you receive training from someone who has literally been practicing Kobudo his entire life. The person I speak of is Soke Grandmaster Tsuji and no one else like him exists in this country and probably not in Japan either. In addition to the top notch training I've been receiving as an adult, I've also witnessed a bit of the children's programs as well. The children love it there as well as the parents. I can also say that unlike other martial arts schools, Samurai Academy isn't run like business. They won't try and sell you expensive packages or lock you in to a year long contract. If you want to be there you can be there and if you don't you can leave (few ever leave). This place has not only made me feel more confident in my physical abilities but it has also made me stronger mentally as well. Being surrounded by such a positive environment has made me a much better person in just one short year and my training has only begun. I don't give five star ratings very often but I'd give Samurai Academy in Weymouth a 10 if I could.

Bob Beatrice does a great Job of explaining why we perform the motions we do. He works well with…read moreYouth and Adults alike.

I've been practicing Jiujitsu for 8 years now, on and off due to travelling and relocating for…read morework. Through this time I've trained consistently in a total of 5 jiujitsu gyms (in the US and abroad) and tried out countless others. Through all of that I can say with extreme emphasis that not all gyms and instructors are created equal. In 2021 I started training at The Institute of Combative Arts (Gracie Jiujitsu) in Quincy. I was skeptical at first...it looks like an abandoned building and has no signs except a tiny sticker on the door. I even called ahead after booking my trial class online/through email to make sure it was the correct address. When I showed up for class, I knew it was the gym for me. I had tried a few other gyms in the area and did not like the energy of the gyms nor attitudes/styles of the instructors. When I walked into IOCA, I felt welcome and comfortable. They create a community, a family here, and that is how a jiujitsu gym should be. Trust in paramount in a good training partner. I joined the combatives program, which is unique to gracie BJJ. If focuses on a series of core Jiujitsu moves and makes it very easy to track your progress. There is NO sparring in this program. This is also something I've noticed is unique to Gracie. This is to focus on learning the core techniques before rolling with an opponent and helps to minimize newbie injuries and create a more inclusive and less competitive environment. After you reach stripe 2 you are invited to Reflex Development Classes that help you train for your Blue belt test. They also start to include gloves and mouth guards in select sparring rounds. This is because IOCA focuses on self defense jiujitsu for its white belt combatives class. When you take your test your blue belt test, you receive a white belt with blue stripes. This opens up Master cycle classes where you can learn more advanced jiujitsu techniques, and be given your blue belt. A complete gi with belt are included in your tuition. Your tuition also locks, IOCA will never raise your tuition fee even if the price rises. As a female combative member, I also have access to women's empowered classes. (A self defense course just for women.) There are both male and female changing rooms, a rest room, heat and AC. There is free street parking all around the gym so there are no complications there. The gym also offers other martial arts classes including Eskrima. They also have kids classes, so it is something your whole family can get into. It is a great gym for both advanced jiujitsu practitioners and those curious to try it out.

Before I was a skeptic of the whole Gracie's Brazilian jiu-jitsu system, but when I came here for…read moremy first intro private lesson, instructor David opened my eyes on how realistic and effective the system is. He explained and demonstrated on how to utilize each individual techniques in certain scenarios, and let's you ask questions anytime. You can tell he definitely knows his craft. The instructor is really chill and he really cares about your development not only in martial arts, but as a person. The place itself is fairly big and looks like a traditional karate dojo since it is shared with the karate class that they offer. The floor is hard wooded floor so they practice and spar on mats. They also have a women's and men's locker room for you to change and plenty of lockers to put your stuff in. There isn't any trophies hanging on the walls, which shows that this place isn't about ego, but about learning and community. I also find Bjj really fun! Since I had such a great experience here after my first private intro class, I signed up for more private one-on-one classes with instructor David. If you're in the South Shore area and are interested in learning Bjj I would highly recommend to give this place a try. They even offer a 10 day free trial!

A Truly Transformative Experience…read more We couldn't be more grateful for the experience our family has had at this Taekwondo school. It has been absolutely wonderful for our children, who have grown immensely in confidence, discipline, and focus since joining. The instructors are incredibly dedicated, patient, and skilled at working with kids of all ages and levels. Watching our children develop not only their physical skills but also important life values has been truly rewarding. As an adult, I also decided to join the classes -- and it's one of the best decisions I've made. Practicing Taekwondo has significantly improved my concentration and overall physical condition. The training sessions are challenging yet enjoyable, and they've become a great source of motivation and balance in my daily life. This school provides so much more than just martial arts training. It offers a supportive community, personal growth, and a positive environment for all ages. Highly recommended!

Nothing brings me more joy than watching my children grow and learn. Since they started attending…read morethis Taekwondo Institute, I've seen such a wonderful change in them, more discipline, confidence, and happiness. The instructors are patient, and truly dedicated, Mr Song is a leader who supports with discipline and kindness. This is a beautiful place, with an excellent location, surrounded by good energy. 100% recommended!

Just saw the owners reply. Unbelievable... In no way did I lie.. his response justifies my original…read morereview....just saying! He also responded in the same degrading way when I approached him when my son was attending and then quit. I don't typically write negative reviews unless something really struck me as WRONG.

Such a great spot for kids or adults Mark and family are kind well trained and clean gyms...There…read moreis a reason how they are open so long ...

I highly recommend this school. Yes there are several martial arts one can choose from.... but if…read moreit's Tae Kwon Do... then this school is the place to enroll. I am a single parent and I enrolled my son here just months after he had turned 7 (the school had just opened). He was enrolled at the other tkd school in Quincy but.... after my 3 month trial there I soon realized that place just didn't fit right with us. Sadly, the TKD Master/instructor that we signed up with had left that school some time after. We never saw him again. Dec 2012, my son and I, noticed the yellow awning that had a new tkd school that just opened. We walked in and was greeted by an instructor names Liem. He was a sweet man and gave us the package information and told us that we would be contacted soon to followup a meeting with the school manager. Her name was Leslie and she clearly went over costs and offered different packages and we finally figured out a number we were both happy. I signed him up for the black belt program and as of today my son is two ranks away after 2 years! Oh and I want to mention that in my meeting with Leslie, I learned that the Master that opened BEST TAEKWONDO is the one that left my son's previous school. So.... after learning that.... I was already sold. Master Seo also has a tkd school in korea so he often travels back and forth. It's always pleasure to learn when he is back. Along with Liem and Leslie, there are several other instructors, and they are all great. But i do want to mention specifically Kathy and Kent! These two have been very important to me in my son's tae Kwon do history and I must pay them the highest appreciation possible. Everyone makes this place stand out because not only is it a teaching institution but it also feels like a home.

Best school ever very nice teacher and people and people are very helpful when you ask for help for…read moreyour forms

While on a cruise in China, I experienced very bad breathing problems. Being an asthmatic, my…read moremedications couldn't keep up with the conditions. It necessitated my going to the ship's Doctor, who emphasized the most important thing that I could do was to practice Tai Chi every day for 1 - 1 1/2 hours . While living in Florida I" learned" Tai chi through videos. Realizing that there was no one to tell me if I was doing it correctly, I felt that I needed to find a class with a teacher who could give me guidance. When I came back to Boston for the summer, I did quite a bit of research and based on the reviews decided to go to Randy's class. Randy is a TEACHER. He shares his extensive knowledge not only about the forms but also the why. It is important to him that his students maximize the physical and mental benefits of Tai Chi. This is exemplified by his individual attention that all of his students receive. He consistently moves around the class encouraging and correcting. Through his efforts I feel that I have begun the steps (baby steps) to really learn Tai Chi and have grown not only in the physical but also the importance of the mental aspects. Randy is truly vested in the success of his students. If you truly want to learn, Randy is a TEACHER

I have attended two classes with Randy thus far. My wife and I enjoy his classes thoroughly. Randy…read moreis obviously passionate about his art and his attention to detail stands out. I have found my investment in Randy and his classes to be money well spent and will definitely refer friends and family to him.

Highly recommend. Stellar community, phenomenal instructors, loads of class options (incl. kids…read moreclasses), clean mats, great facility...

From the owner: Dedeco Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Weymouth and Pembroke,…read moreMassachusetts for kids, teens, and adults. Whether you want to get in shape, build confidence, learn self-defense, or compete, our programs are designed for all experience levels. We're proud to provide a welcoming, family-friendly environment where beginners feel comfortable and experienced students can grow. Our instructors focus on quality training, supportive coaching, and real progress on and off the mats. Join Dedeco Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and train with a community that feels like family!

I rejoined this gym after a brief hiatus on thje cape. It is spacious but unpretentious here but…read moreit still offers every type of weight equipment immaginable and there is a normal distribution male and female members.

I was hesitant about writing this review, but I think it's important to share an honest experience…read more Lighting: The lighting throughout the gym is very harsh--extremely white--and combined with the white walls, it creates an uncomfortable environment. Lighting in a gym isn't just aesthetic; it directly affects safety, performance, mood, and the overall workout experience. Equipment Condition: A significant amount of the cardio equipment is not functional. It's frustrating to see equipment moved from the old location to the new one without being properly repaired. Many machines are in poor condition and need maintenance or adjustment. TVs: All the TVs display the same content, which feels repetitive and uninspired. It would be a big improvement to include a variety of options like music videos, workout-related YouTube channels, educational fitness content, or even news. Music: The music selection is consistently heavy metal, which may not appeal to everyone and can be demotivating for many members. Music plays a major role in workouts--it boosts performance, increases motivation, reduces perceived effort, and helps maintain focus. A mix of genres like EDM, house, pop, and remixes (typically in the 120-140 BPM range) would create a more inclusive and energizing atmosphere. Warm-Up / Stretching Area: The stretching area is too small and cluttered with unnecessary equipment. It would benefit from better organization and the addition of useful items like resistance bands. The current layout negatively impacts the overall experience. Safety Concerns: The hallways leading to the bathrooms are overcrowded with equipment and tools, making the space feel unsafe. In the event of an emergency evacuation, this could become a serious issue and would likely be flagged during a safety inspection. Functional Trainers: Many of the cable machines are in poor condition and need maintenance. Some have uneven cable resistance or mismatched thickness between sides, which directly affects workout performance and balance. Bathrooms: Basic supplies like paper towels are often missing. Additionally, signage encouraging proper use (e.g., not disposing of gum or trash in urinals) would help maintain cleanliness. Water Access: There should be a proper water dispenser for filling bottles. Relying only on water fountains is not practical for members during workouts and doesn't meet basic expectations for convenience. Front Desk Staff: The front desk staff could significantly improve their attitude. They are often not welcoming, which sets a negative tone from the moment you walk in. As the face of the gym, they should create a friendly and professional first impression for members. Overall: The gym has lost the strong bodybuilding atmosphere that made the previous location stand out. Right now, the experience doesn't match expectations. I would recommend management visit facilities like Mass Underground or Olympus Gym for inspiration on layout, equipment quality, and overall environment. At this point, I'm seriously considering canceling my membership