It's only my second day in the BJJ program here but I cannot say enough good about it. The training…read morearea is clean and well maintained, every one who works here is super nice and Mr. O'Connor is exactly what you should be looking for in an instructor. He's bery talented, great at explaining things and has a wealth of patience. I can't speak to the other programs offered here but I'm sure they are to the same high standard. Update: I just tried yoga at O'Connor's for the first time and it is the same level of excellence as the BJJ program. As a novice I found the atmosphere and level of instruction to be right on point and.

Glorified Chuckie Cheese. No real martial arts training takes place here. Those that run the…read morestudio are flaky and have no real training. They are more focused on selling "gear" and throwing birthday parties than they are in actually teaching students anything useful. Also, The O'Connors have made it clear that they refuse to close their doors during this COVID-10 pandemic, admit that they can't find the proper products to clean their facility at this time, and that money means more to them than public safety. When presented with evidence from medical professionals stating that a safe distance during this outbreak is 6 feet or more from other people, they refused to communicate further. Would definitely not do business with them.

Absolutely best gym In every way!! The atmosphere, instructors, equipment and learning techniques…read moreare great!! The owner...The Miguel Torres!! Can't get better than having one of the world's best pound-for-pound MMA fighters, WEC bantamweight championMMA fighter as an instructor! Amazing gym!!

5/5. Best place I've ever gone to. Miguel Torres is a world class trainer and even better human…read morebeing. Classes are well paced and instructed and an excellent workout.

I have tried a few jiujitsu schools in the area and Corral's is by far the best. Friendly,…read morewelcoming environment, multiple black belt instructors on the mat for every class and everyone is happy and willing to help, super helpful team environment. They have their own interactive curriculum that helps students maintain clear goals, and instructors help students learn and navigate the techniques on the school curriculum. There are even specific classes designated to studying and working through the curriculum. A big emphasis on learning and progressing at Corral's. Mats are kept cleaner than any I have seen, they are cleaned after every class. Great programs for all ages and levels of skill. This is easily the best martial arts school I have tried in the area. First class is free and definitely worth a try!

The room is full of high level grapplers . You will get great Gi and no gi rounds. I will…read moredefinitely come back !

Three of my kids go here for the Little Warriors class with sensei Alex and coach Ricky. It's great…read moreexercise for kids and a very good way to develop self discipline and respect. There's no being lazy in this class! Kids have a lot of fun as well and Alex and Ricky are both great with kids,very patient! Husband does jui jitsui here as well, twice a week,and he loves it! Completely family friendly place,which is very appreciated.

I can't speak for the other reviewer's experience, but Yelpers in general should always keep in…read moremind that Yelp reviews don't represent businesses with 100% accuracy: typically only people who loved or hated a certain place take the time to write reviews. I moved away from Valpo a few months ago but I trained here for two years and wanted to write a positive review because I am grateful for what I learned here. I looked for the best martial arts school in northwest Indiana after I moved to Valpo from the east coast holding an advanced belt in taekwondo. I decided on Southlake because Master Requena is REALLY knowledgeable and a very good teacher, and I earned the rank of deputy black belt here. (In other words, I know what I am talking about.) Master Requena teaches a fusion-style martial art that is based on taekwondo but also incorporates elements of other martial arts such as karate and wushu and Filipino kali martial arts. He also teaches weapons such as nunchucks (Nerf, of course), bo staff, and kali sticks. Master Requena is a good teacher as he explains techniques and strategies clearly. He is also really dedicated, passionate, and a nice guy. He himself occasionally travels to Virginia to maintain training with his grandmaster there. He takes people to regional tournaments and his students and staff always come back with trophies. You can tell that this is not just a money-making business for him. He is very positive and constantly encourages his students. Some classes are taught by his teaching staff, who are all black belts and good teachers. Parents and kids really like him and you can hold your child's birthday party there. He and his staff relate to kids well (he has an elementary/middle school-aged daughter who holds a black belt). Yes, martial arts does require a financial investment, just as with any other type of education (membership fees, equipment, etc.). And he has a business strategy that is deliberate and forward-looking, as one can see in his having open a second location in Portage recently. I think the success speaks for itself. You can also get a dual membership with the gym he also runs. Take the trial classes. I think you'll find that adults and kids will learn a lot here AND have fun. In my current city on the west coast I continue to train in taekwondo and I am grateful for the education and training I received under Master Requena while I lived in Valpo.

Enrolled my daughter in the action class and she really loves it! Teaches kids discipline and…read morerespect and has a a good exercise component to the classes. Shows the kids how to how to accomplish each form and elevate to the next belt. Staff is very nice and always helpful to answer your questions. I highly recommend!

been going here with my son for almost 3 years. The instructions are wonderful , and are willing to…read morework with my pita son. This is a school that focuses on self defense more than looking fancy, which is most important to me.

My son has been attending for awhile now and really enjoys his classes here. His confidence has…read moresoared, and he feels empowered by what he is learning. He has even gotten me to join too! I highly recommend this school for Taekwondo!