I started training jui jitsu a while back from the recommendation of a friend and wow, what can I…read moresay? I have never looked back. I was really nervous at first because of the thought of grappling with other people but my friend recommended the Maven Jiu Jitsu Academy because of the Professor James Quan and I am glad he did. Professor James comes from a teaching background that translates extremely well into his teaching style and the atmosphere that he creates at this academy which is really incomparable to anything other academy that I have ever experienced. Over the years, I have had the honor to train at several other academies around the country while traveling, including some of the most popular and well respected academies as well as many of the surrounding academies in the greater Houston area and one thing that I can say without a doubt is that this place is special. They are super friendly and welcoming of new students with no experience and that is what really made me stick to this environment for such as long time. It takes away all the anxiety that you get from starting a combat practice like this and really makes you feel at home. I have been so glad to witness my transformation through training not just in a self defense aspect but also physically, mentally and through the many friendships that I have gained. They also have a great kids program that I enrolled both of my kids in and they absolutely love it. So if you are thinking of getting into jiu jitsu or looking to join a martial art that is gentle yet effective, then look no further than Maven Jiu Jitsu Academy. They offer a flexible schedule, competitive pricing, a great beginner and family friendly atmosphere and best of all, a place that will eventually feel like a second home.

Excellent Jiu-Jitsu school with good culture. Highly recommend this, if you're interested in…read moreJiu-Jitsu and live in the North Houston area.

I moved to Colorado and asked to cancel my membership with them, they asked for paystubs, proof of…read moremy new address, and letter from new employer... who do they think they are?! 800 to the credit bureau even though I am not even living in the state anymore and no longer using their services. Crooks. Not nice people. Christopher has no idea what he is doing in terms of being a "financial manager" bullying and writing do not offer settlement in an email means nothing and he obviously did that to scare a young woman like myself. Thankfully, I have received financial advice from a professional who told me yes it will go on my Credit but I will be able to settle. Do not do business with this gym if you live a life where opportunity take you to different places because they will penalize you for it. Even if I give you proof of location I still have to 400$ for a location I do not use. That's ridiculous! Still thievery. THERE ARE MORE NEGATIVE REVIEWS THAN POSITIVE PEOPLE! Do not deal with this place. They just want your money, they are rude when they don't get their way, and just unprofessional. Not a place I'd say I am proud to be a member of. And writing a bad review wasn't a threat. I was telling you that so everyone can know the bad experience I had with you. Thanks Chris for the no brainer.

This place was not cheap and I signed my son up for the kids…read moreclass. He loved his teacher Zion. However, the 1 star review is because this location in Spring closed suddenly and moved to Magnolia!! They MUST be hurting for business because notice was NOT GIVEN in time for members to do anything about it. I went on vacation one week and came back to take son to class to find an almost building, locked up, and NO SIGN to indicate there was a closure. There were 5 clients outside wondering what had happened as well. Finally, an email was found which was apparently sent less than 5 days prior (over a weekend, so more like 3 business days) notifying of the move. Nothing verbal, no posting in the club at all even after move was made. We had to hunt for the email. Any parent understands the challenges of a balancing busy work schedule with their child's activities. Can you believe even though our contract was up AND the school had closed SO SUDDENLY and MOVED 30 minutes away, that they will not cancel my son's membership because they said 30 days notice is required even though It was THEM who moved without giving earlier notice for a chance to cancel. (seems purposefully deceitful). And When I told them it was too far and I didn't sign up for a class in Magnolia, contract says NORTH Houston location, NOT MAGNOLIA, NOT WOODLANDS... the response is that it's within 15 miles of the other location so my argument was moot. There is NOTHING in the contract to stipulate this either. Rod must be pulling at straws or looking at the wrong contract. Deceitful.... they must be dying financially because this is ridiculous. Where in the contract does it have a 15 miles stipulation.. and if THEY MOVE? If I MOVED I get it,.. but it wasn't me. That's worse than good old Bally's tried to pull in the past, and look where they are. Bankrupt.

So I signed my daughter up here 2 years ago the director was nice and seemed happy that my daughter…read morewas there. We signed up on a special and wanted to try it out. My daughter was doing really well and was enjoying it the director was evening complimenting her. But the same week these siblings were signed up so the director was getting paid twice as much than what I was paying. From my experience the director didn't want to lose them he was trying everything to keep those two kids there to sign up. The first week keep in mind the boy and girl was doing the same as my daughter but the girl wasn't doing as good as mine with the jump kicks. We all come another day that same week and the girl and boy they get awarded my daughter didn't get anything the whole time we was there those kids kept getting awarded and my daughter he stopped saying good job doing nicely it was all on those two so he can keep the money rolling in. I took my child out. Even she kept wondering why they were being rewarded and she wasn't and she started to get yelled at he said she wasn't doing the kicks right all a sudden and she was getting nervous.

My son just started going here, but it's a HUGE improvement from the ATA Martial arts program he…read moreuse to go to. There, they were so money hungry. Here, you can tell the instructor Thomas really cares about the kids' well being and learning. It's very affordable for all that you get, and you can tell the kids in class really love being here. The atmosphere overall is family oriented, and everyone helps one another. Thomas spends time with each student to ensure they are learning what they need. There's all levels here. It's a little different structure than what I was accustomed to when I was in karate, but he makes it work. :D

It's the best workout physically and mentally! I started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) here…read moreabout 3 years ago not knowing I would make some of my closest friends! This gym has a culture that is unmatched. Professor Alex Morono and all instructors are very approachable and teach the most modern and effective practices. Do the free trial and see for yourself, you won't regret it.

Awesome place to train at. Been going there for almost 3 years already. UFC fighter Alex Morono is…read morethe head coach as well as multiple high level jiujitsu practicioners! I started my 6 year old son now and he has become addicted to jiujitsu as well!!!

My son who is now eight has been coming to this soho for one year. Before choosing, we've tried out…read morea class, in almost every existing studio in the Kuykendahl/Louetta Spring area. We need it down to two, but ultimately Ultimate Warrior because I came highly recommended by a trusted friend, and I agreed with the methodology of its owner Jake And his staff. They are firm and nurturing, disciplined, yet still fun. Other successful places in the area wasn't a great fit as they felt more industrial and performed for appearances than what I had in mind. I ultimately chose ultimate warrior for my son, because he has fun while learning to protect himself at a very natural pace. Further, because my son is clumsy... They also work on "how to" fall effectively. After just one of these classes, my son was riding horse riding and was bucked off the rear from about 6 foot off the ground. As he fell, he automatically went into a forward fall position and saved his face and glasses from hitting the ground. Needless to say, after seeing this, I am sold that the methods taught here are effective and strategies used for learning these skills are something that kids can relate to easily. An added bonus is that Jake must have a radar that draws in good people. All the parents I've met here have been really kind and so are the students and coaches.

Our son, Will, joined Ultimate Warrior in 2021. The coaches were extremely welcoming, and we…read moreimmediately felt like family. Additionally, the coaches are highly skilled and experienced martial artists themselves. They run tough classes, at a pace that challenges the class without discouraging them. There's a real finesse to that, and the coaches at UW are impressively good at it. Belt test days (and the following potlucks) are a real opportunity to see the incredible work these coaches do with students of all ages and abilities. The potlucks and social events really show that UW wants to be part of our local community. From potlucks to parents nights out to holiday parties ... they always try to find time for fun, not only to reward their hard-working students, but to build bonds among them as well. We plan to stay at Ultimate Warrior as long as they'll have us! It's been a perfect match for our family. Inger Chandler

My daughter has trained for over a year before coming to Torres. She was nervous at first at…read morechanging but I have to say Mike and Maggie really have the best interest at heart for all their students weather it be on mats or off. All of the other professors/coaches Steve, Matthew, Ashley, Cody and Jeremy are so fun loving with all the kids and always willing to help. All of the combinations are broken down for all belt levels for easy understanding. The support and honest caring is most important to me, but doesn't hurt they have great technical skills.

Great facility with a great coach. Coach Mike is a great instructor. His passion and enthusiasm is…read morecontagious on the mats. He's very good with kids and knows how to push the adults. Highly recommend this place!!

Really good man. Extremely practical and powerful self-defense. 100% recommend my Sifu. Literally…read moresaved my life. :l All glory to God.

Great cool . My some is 11 yr and enjoy the class very much. Great place to learn from Mr.leeread more

I have been training here since October 2018 and I love it. All the coaches here really care about…read moretheir students and built relationships with their students. It's like having another family.

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This place was recommended by a friend when we were looking at taking some pistol training for my…read morewife. We both took the basic pistol course even though I have done some shooting. My wife was very uneasy around guns, by the end of the class she shot 50 rounds of a 45ACP and was hitting the target every time. Chester, the instructor, has a very calm teaching style and just watched my wife shoot while giving her instruction on what to correct. Within 20 minutes my wife had a smile on her face and was hitting the target and knows how to shoot correctly. The next weekend we took the CHL class at MAW and will be going back shooting at the range with Chester and others. They also have a women's shooting club that my wife is going to join.

From youth martial arts, confidence building, to adult defensive firearms Chester Peterson is…read moregifted at finding a way to ensure you get the most from your experience and making it work for you. Different from other programs, this works and is doable, it is not a tournament style, but effective self defense. The women's shooting club is a wonderful sisterhood. The Training Academy is a family!

WE have been taking our two sons for the past 7-8 years now. both of our sons are black belts and…read morealso in the Honor's Program. The Staff is awesome here. Master Hoffman , Truly takes the time to get to know all his students. Each of the instructors are compassionate about the kids learning and being Safe. They actively get involved with the kids and the parents to ensure the kids are free to talk to them. Looking to have your Child Excel in life, in school , be a Leader not a follower. Look no more. With Tiger Rock, Master Hoffman and Staff your child will do all those and more.

My son enjoys this gym and the instructors are extremely nice and the kids love them. I am not very…read moreknowledgeable about Tae Kwon Do but all the kids are getting better each time I go. They have a great time while sparing and all the kids get along. Plus they teach a Anti Bully class