Sensei Paul Belle Isle is an excellent instructor of Shindo Jinen Ryu Karate. I attended his class…read morefor a little over a year and can easily attest that his approach to instructing and teaching this style of Karate makes it easy to understand yet keeps it challenging as it should be. He doesn't just "hand out" belts like some other dojos nor does he allow the students to forget the very basics. For every belt you earn, you can honestly say you know everything you are required to know up to that point. Sensei Paul makes the student understand the purpose of each movement in Shindo Jinen Ryu and with the typically smaller sized classes, he has time to teach one on one if need be. Sensei Paul truly has a love for Karate and a passion for teaching. I highly recommend this class to anyone.

I started taking classes here a few months ago after my (fit) wife gave me karate lessons for…read moreChristmas. Hmmm....Was she inspired by Michelle Obama who gave gym clothes to the President? Anyway, I happily accepted the gift because I was already wondering how to add more variety to my daily fitness routine, which consists of bending, stretching, and balancing exercises along with weights and cardio (I am lucky to have the equipment and space in my home to do this). I was also hoping that by participating in a group exercise, I will not have the monotony of working out alone (listening to the Morning Edition) at least twice a week. Well, despite the fact that I had never taken marital arts lessons before and other than tidbits gathered from watching Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan movies, I hardly knew anything, I found that at the end of the day, karate is yet another way to improve fitness. Obviously, it was a little intimidating to join a class with that level of ignorance, but I found the instructor to be supportive and patient. Over several weeks, I have learned a few stances and kicks, and feel much more confident about being able to defend myself in the future. Now, yet again, maybe it was my ignorance, but I did not expect that we will be doing a lot of other exercises to warm up and to improve our fitness levels in addition to actual karate techniques. So that has been a blessing for me because I am realizing that by doing these additional exercises I am exercising each and every muscle in my body. Let me add that karate can be learned at any age and I am aware of instructors who are in their 70s and 80s. That is yet another plus because this is a fitness activity that I can envision doing the rest of my life. Taking on karate classes as I am approaching my 50th birthday was a step outside my comfort zone of fitness, but it has been fun because the classes are designed to be slow-paced and focused more on getting it right than on speed.

I've been going to classes at this place for so long because of the great experiences I had at my…read morefirst class, because of the friends I made, and because the master is really kind while also pushing you to try and do your best during class. While every now and then, mostly Mondays and sometimes Fridays, a different master, a women, comes and teaches too! I personally say more people should join!

Amazing experience at this taekwondo (TKD) school. The master is an accomplished world sparring…read morechampion and we really like his style of teaching. He has two wonderful master instructors. This Milford location is new and is very spacious and has all new equipment. We come twice a week and it's a great source of exercise and discipline. I highly recommend this school for martial arts training and anyone looking to achieve a black belt!

The classes and teachers are generally pretty good. My…read morebiggest complaint is the incredibly aggressive marketing. Every time I go, they start texting & emailing, a constant barrage of marketing emails. I understand they're trying to hustle, but it's not zen at all. I end up unsubscribing just to get away from the daily dings. I even feel guilty for recommending USMMA to friends because I know what they're getting into with the marketing. It's really tone deaf and speaks to this organization's lack of sensitivity to the more tender spots, which is weird for a yoga studio. Last time I was in a class, the owner snapped a picture of me while I was twisted in a pose with my eyes closed without asking. I assume it's for their marketing campaign. It was a real turnoff and in poor taste. I wish they'd find a happy medium because I'd go more often if they could.

Taylor was great with the kids in mommy and me yoga. She incorporated so many yogi practices that…read morewere age appropriate and fun for the kids!

The new floors hurt my eyes. It looks like I'm working out in a Marshall's. Also these alibaba…read morecable handles that are covered in plastic are terrible. I get they're safe for this new floor, but they're terrible for working out. Still a great gym and the best in the area

I love this place. They just remodeled and it looks like a gym I want to be a member of, which I…read morehave been for years. I do wish classes were a little more mixed. I don't see a lot of cardio classes, but more strength and conditioning. Equipment is great and price is very reasonable.

This place is great. Signed my 7 year old son and they have helped get started with learning…read moremartial arts. The instructors are patient and kind but also stern. If you want your kids to learn something new and fun, sign them up here.

If you live in or around Franklin, Attleboro and Taunton and are a current student of or looking to…read morebecome a student of martial arts, then Mu Han Total Martial Arts is the place for you. All of the Masters and instructors are experts in multiple disciplines of Martial Arts including Tae Kwon Do, Hap Kido, Kung Fu, and more. All of the Masters are originally from Korea and their primary discipline is Tae Kwon Do, which is at the core of the curriculum. Mu Han Masters and instructors take pride in holding themselves and their students to the highest virtues and standards possible. They truly take the "Art" to heart. They promote a fun and family oriented environment that is yet challenging and disciplined. Mu Han is a great school (Do Jang) for all ages. Martial arts will not only help your fitness level; it will challenge your mind, body and spirit in new ways helping you gain perspective and resiliency in all aspects of your life. Most of all, you may even surprise yourself with just how much you can do. Learning martial arts was something I always wanted to do but always felt that it was somehow out of reach. I am so happy that even though late in life, I made the decision to give it a try. Three years has gone by in the blink of an eye and I'm now a Black Belt. But, the journey is still just beginning. Come check us out at Mu Han where the Mu Han Motto or the Mu Han Way = "No Limits." Cheers!

Outstanding environment for nurturing self confidence and discipline. My son has flourished here…read morefrom a child struggling with anxiety into a confident young man.

From the owner: Founded in 1999, Next Generation Martial Arts is a black belt school specializing in Kenpo Karate,…read moreJujitsu and Judo. Under the direction of Grandmaster Michael Woods, Next Generation Martial Arts emphasizes physical fitness, mental discipline and respect which form the core of the old-school martial arts while incorporating contemporary practices and techniques of modern day mixed martial arts. We want all students to feel that taking classes at NGMA has helped them improve both their physical strength and mental abilities. Classes are offered to meet the needs of all ages and skill levels.

Was a great school when starting out. Shihan Matt, Small man, large ego. Prices are fair, but as…read morefar as anything else goes, i found it to be a total waste of time with a lot of favoritism within the school. If he liked you, fine, if not, you can find him to be extremely sarcastic (which he thinks is funny) but not everybody else does. People claim him to be a good instructor, I found it after a little while to be a complete waste of time, especially when it comes to belt testing, they last anywhere from 2 hours for the little ones to SIX hours for adults which is completely ridiculous. If he had just learned the skills and professionalism from HIS instructor Grand Master Mark Sheeley who is a total sweetheart and one of the best martial artists I've seen EVER, maybe his school would be a bit more popular. Yes the school is popular in Uxbridge, MA because of its convenience, but other than that, I found it to be a complete and utter disaster and waste of time! If you DO decide to give him a try watch out for the favoritism to people (some) who have black belts out of favoritism who so dont deserve them and the backstabbing. This site is for opinions, and sorry if I discouraged anyone, but I won't lie to you, hes friendly to your face, don't turn your back.

DO NOT RECOMMEND The owner, Master Souza hit my sister and…read moreis known to be loud and aggressive at times. This WAS NOT during sparring or ANYTHING that required that kind of behavior. Master Souza, if you're reading this I hope you understand what you've done and learn to grow into a better person from it. As for Adam (fake name but you know who you are), one of the other teachers there, he's a joy to be taught by. Adam, if you ever read this, I'm sorry you got caught up in the crossfire of this and whatever results. I wish you the best of luck in life and know that we appreciate you.

I joined the Women's kickboxing class, per the instructors advice after I asked which class would…read morebe best for someone with a mild nerve/muscle disability. About a month later, I was diagnosed with long term effects of Covid and could not longer participate. Per their membership contract, I reached out via e-mail to cancel. Their email system DOES NOT RECEIVE EMAILS. Repeated delivery failure. They DO NOT ANSWER voicemails. I was provided the instructors personal cell number at the beginning of class, which I texted, and got no response. I sent a message via facebook, no response. I pretended I was requesting new info on their website - ignored. They are taking a disabled nurse's money. I am still being charged.

I attended Villari's Holliston roughly 30 years ago, it set me up for a lifelong love of martial…read morearts as well as instilled confidence, honor and discipline. First and foremost Sensi Julie is absolutely amazing! The lessons/training are life changing. Julie is a person of deep personal integrity, honor and respect and she is extremely good at instilling those values in others, adult or child. Julie is the type of sensei who is a living embodiment of her teachings. She leads by example. The lessons I learned under Julie's guidance kept me out of trouble in middle school and high school. These lessons shaped me a person and are still with me today. 30 years later I still train martial arts (Muay Thai 10 years and just started BJJ) and I have no doubt that this lifelong pursuit is a result of my time with Julie at Villari's Self Defense Holliston. What price can you put on confidence? Determination? Respect? Honor? A lifelong passion? Whether you are a child or an adult, think of this as an extremely valuable life investment. This isn't just money spent to keep your self or your kids occupied for a couple hours, it is an investment in character and self that will last a lifetime. Can't recommend this place enough!

From the owner: Our martial arts programs offer both children and adults the ability to learn self defense…read moretechniques, improve coordination, hone reflexes, develop self-confidence and self-discipline, reduce stress, and much more. All of our classes are taught by a team of certified Black Belt instructors whose mission is to provide you with the highest quality martial arts training and to create an atmosphere in which you may be motivated to reach whatever goal you set, be it Black Belt, or beyond! To provide every man, woman and child the highest quality of martial arts training so that they become empowered to live richer, more rewarding and meaningful lives, and in so doing, contribute to a stronger community.