Humble hospitality, from start to finish…read more I was just visiting Ft.Myers for the weekend and decided to check out Vickery BJJ. Kristina got back to me right away, with an open invitation. Didn't get a chance to get in until Sunday night, which was an open mat. Signed a quick waiver, the team made it clear that cleanliness was key while I had the quick tour. All very positive. Not a huge turn out, but it was great. Co-ed mat, everyone flowed technical and fun. I rolled with Carl a bunch of times, I wish I had a chance to take some classes with him as he has some great technique, my arms weren't safe from any angle. Vickery BJJ is a great reason to get back to Ft.Myers. Thank you

Kristina is the best teacher, she is knowledgeable and encouraging. Her women's' classes are…read moreabsolutely amazing!

Everything went well they learned her name right away and staff was very organized. Excellent…read moreInstructor good communication.

My kids have been going to this dojo for about a month. It's a great family place and they are all…read moreabout teaching the kids to be a better version of themselves

I visited Training Grounds Martial Arts Academy today to sit in a Jiu Jitsu class. I sent the…read morefacility an email and received a response the same day saying that I could attend the class from Tylor. When I arrived. Coach Brian greeted me as I walked in. He quickly showed me the gym, and it was amazing. Great workout area, boxing ring and two matted areas for Jiu Jitsu, striking or other martial arts training. What stood out was how clean the whole gym was. From the mats to the restrooms I could tell that the team there cares about the facility! Class was well ran and everyone was on task and training hard the entire time. The coaches were always walking around and available for one on one help with the techniques. The other students were great! When rolling began i felt like I was apart of the team. I visit gyms across the country when I travel, and I would rate them as one of the best gyms I have been to. Thank you Training Grounds Martial Arts Academy team!

I'm visiting from out of town and I did a drop in class. I picked up some new technique to bring…read moreback home and the rolls had a great pace and we're safe. The facility is great with new mats and is super clean. I would definitely stop back in whenever I'm in town for a great place to train and work out.

Great place, clean mats and good vibes! They were nice enough to let me hop in on their 7AM class…read morewhile I was in town for work. The instructor was young but an absolute stud! He communicated and taught the flow/evolution of moves. You will not learn Jiu Jitsu like this at cookie cutter schools! Can't wait to have an excuse to come back down here and train!!!

I am visiting Naples on my family vacation and was recommended to this gem. Marcel has created a…read morewelcoming environment for all ages and levels to enjoy jiu jitsu. I highly recommend everyone stop by for a great training session. I'll be training here the rest of the week.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Team Third Law Academy! Since joining, our daughter has…read morelearned so much more than Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defense. Through the guidance and support of the coaches, she has developed discipline, confidence, and a much stronger sense of self-esteem. What truly sets this academy apart is the family atmosphere. From day one, they made her feel welcomed, valued, and part of a team. The positive environment they create helps every child feel like they belong while encouraging them to grow both on and off the mats. Coach Joey and Coach Joe are incredibly dedicated to the kids, and it shows in everything they do. The respect, sportsmanship, and character the students display are a direct reflection of their leadership and commitment. They know how to challenge the kids while making learning fun and engaging at the same time. We are so grateful for the impact Team Third Law Academy has had on our daughter's life. We highly recommend them to any family looking for a place where their child can learn self-defense, build confidence, make lasting friendships, and become part of an amazing community.

was a first time guest at Team Third Law today. They answered my questions, I was able to sign an…read moreonline waiver, and I enjoyed my first class. All the participants were welcoming and the instructor, Coach Joe, helped me to understand the techniques he was demonstrating. He also made sure that I was matched with a suitable training partner. I highly recommend that everyone, from the curious, to the hobbyist, to the experienced martial artist check out Team Third Law!

I never planned on having a stroke at 47 years old. I needed to walk again, I needed to use my…read moreright arm again. I needed to drive again. I was determined.   After the initial care I received, I stopped making progress.  I continued looking for someone who could help me.  I tried physical therapy for stroke rehab but was doing the same thing every time and getting nowhere.  I even tried hyperbaric chambers, all sorts of nutrition and supplements.  Something wasn't working.  My right shoulder, elbow, hand and fingers were useless.  My arm was forever bent at the elbow and wouldn't swing when I walked.  Doctors had me using a device that would make my ankle bend when I walked because it wouldn't do it on its own.   I was using a cane to walk and getting rides and taking Uber everywhere.  My independence had faded.  I needed someone that wasn't just going to follow what insurance dictates. I needed someone to look at me as an individual with a unique situation to help find my unique way to get better.   I needed a change.   I started researching and interviewing people.  I was stuck between traditional medical solutions and the fitness world.  I was speaking to trainers who thought that exercising me was the solution.  That's all physical therapy was already doing.  I finally found Jay at Symmetry.  I had never heard of "Muscle System Care" so I wondered how helpful it could be.  I was also forced to realize everything that I had heard of, wasn't helping.  I went to talk to him with many thoughts and questions. "I have a lot of challenges, can he help me?  Will he motivate me and push me? Does he really understand how complicated recovery is?  How can something I've never heard of help me?"    Today I no longer use that electric stim on my ankle when I walk.  I no longer use a cane.  I use my arm and hand to open jars, pick up and hold things, and carry my purse - normal, everyday things.    People ask me if I broke my leg or what happened.  No one ever thinks I had a stroke anymore.  Every visit to my neurologist he tells me he's happy with my progress and that I should continue with Jay.  Sometimes it's challenging when I see new people come in to see Jay and have their issues resolved so quickly, but they just come in with pain. I came in when no one else could help.  And while its been a long road and there's still a longer one ahead, I'm thankful I finally found someone that could help when no doctor, therapist or specialist could.

Symmetry is a small personal training center that is NOTHING like big corporate gyms. Walking into…read moreSymmetry is like walking into Cheers because everyone who works there knows you and genuinely cares about you. I can't come up with a good TV show analogy for interacting with other clients and it's hard to describe how you end up feeling supported and supportive of another client working out across the room but you do. There is something about Symmetry that makes everyone feel comfortable, relaxed, and included and that is so unusual in the best way. It's something you'll feel when you walk in the door. And fair warning, you can also expect to have Jay throw something at you as you walk in and yet strangely, you look forward to it. The best way to get a sense of what it's like to be a Symmetry client is to take advantage of the free consultation offer. But if you're like me & want a sense before u set foot inside the door then u should check out the testimonials on their website. I tried to cut & paste mine here but it exceeded the text limit! Actually everybody should read the testimonials. When u look at their testimonials you will see the diversity of the clientele and how much we care about the gym & our respective trainers. The testimonials offer a very detailed and genuine peek into the gym so to speak. It's rare for a gym to get so many clients to actually write out testimonial -- even rarer for them to be so open and personal. That's true with respect to Facebook too. How many gym's have pages that customers actively engage with? They go beyond sharing just fitness info and celebrate their clients on that page & their clients appreciate it (yes, I am speaking from experience ). Symmetry is a like personalized gym community -- whoever u train with is going to work WITH you to accomplish YOUR goals. Everybody at the gym is going to cheer you on whatever those may be.

A workout like no other! The Ladies Kickboxing Class will keep you challenged physically and…read morementally every time. It's very empowering and I leave feeling stronger. The class is made up of a great group of women too. Instructors/trainers are amazing. They are professional, help you improve technique, and motivate you. They offer so many other classes as well so there is something for everyone. Family owned and operated which is really nice to see and support. Definitely worth it to try a class or two, the result you get will keep you going back.

I can not say enough good things about Sifu LaVonne Martin, her staff and academy! Top notch…read moretraining in JKD/Kali/Muay Thai/Wing Chun/CSW/BJJ and more. Nice and clean environment with talented, helpful and friendly instructors. Highly recommended!

From the owner: Martin Academy of Martial Arts is committed to excellence. There's not another karate school in…read moreSarasota that can offer this wide range of martial arts, kung fu, self defense, JKD, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, and women's self defense with instructors who are certified with years of experience and not weekend certifications! That's why we're committed to providing the highest quality martial arts instruction and training in a positive encouraging environment. The foundation of this school has been built training mixed martial arts under some of the top martial artists in the world such as: Sifu /Guro Dan Inosanto, Sifu Francis Fong, Master Chai Sirisute, Erik Paulson, the late Herman Suwanda, Machado Brothers, the Pedro Sauer Association and the many others with whom Chief Instructor Lavonne Martin has trained. By becoming a member of MAMA you will join a very select group of Sarasota martial artists. You will be someone on the leading edge of training.

top notch instructors and education. ladies' classes taught…read moreby upper belt WOMEN. if you want to feel safe while you train and learn A LOT Black Tie is the place for you!

I'm from out of town and swung by to do a drop-in here. The instructors were so welcoming and…read moretaught some great techniques. Definitely coming back here when I visit Bonita Springs again!