This place is amazing! Dr. White is truly the best instructor and he won't just promote his…read morestudents. They need to earn the next belt. I trust all the teachers and will be a supporter for life. My 6 year old son just received his brown belt tonight.

This Martial Art studio is amazing. I have never felt so welcomed into what most would say is an…read moreintimidating environment. Everyone introduced themselves to me and I felt like part of the group before my first class was over. Since then I have worked hard and am now in my black belt apprenticeship. I am greatful for the work and time my Grand Master ( Dr. White ) and Sensei's have put into making me not only a good Martial Artist ,but a better person all the way around. You won't be able to walk onto any dojo floor and train with your grand master. It's been tough. Limits have pushed, but I am so greatful for every moment of it. This was suppose to be a challenge and it has been. I plan on always pushing and striving to reach that next level . With people like Shihan White behind me I know that will always be a possibility. I recommend Kenaki to anyone looking to try Martial Arts. The staff is wonderful and they work with children ages 3 and up. My own children take karate lessons at Kenaki, and I am very impressed with their growing self control and confidence they have obtained so far. Everyone get to try a class for free! Check them out!

"Iron Sharpens Iron" is their motto and they sure held up to the standard. What an absolute…read moredelight. ISI reminded me of a few classes that I took when I had ClassPass in NYC. It was spacious, super clean, and no frills with checkin. They even offered a IRON KIDZ room which is designed to keep members kids safe and happy while members get in their workouts. The room is visible with glass doors so parents can easily see them and have a peace of mind during their sweat. Their emphasis is becoming the best version of yourself. I was paired with a partner so I did not feel lost a single second during my workout. In fact, the leading coach was consistently checking in with me to ensure that I was breathing and resting when needed. They place a lot of focus on proper form and technique so demonstrations are given throughout the 50 minute session. They hold monthly seminars to help their members so stay focused on health and wellness beyond the gym and workouts are never the same back to back to keep your body guessing and to optimize your results. They offer a one week pass for first time visitors so it's definitely worth checking out !! I highly recommend this space if you are looking for something new and exciting.

Incredibly welcoming for first-timers. 11 year old daughter…read morestarted here a year ago and loves it...used to go to a strip mall martial arts and realized that it was just exercise and not truly self-defense. Hayastan is different. This place is hands on and the kids learn true kickboxing, grappling and jiu jitsu. Perfect spot for your children to grow confidence and learn actual technique.

Hayastan MMA has been a great place for my training and fitness needs…read more Kevin and the staff here are focused, driven, and strive to improve themselves and their curriculum on a daily basis. Whether you're looking to simply start training, or seeking to jump into an amateur or professional MMA career, the team at Hayastan have the expertise to deliver quality training and instructions in a safe and professional manner.

My son has been taking classes here for a little over a year and they are AMAZING! Not only have I…read moreseen the positive differences that have been made in my son, but other kids that started when he did. For my son in particular, I have seen his self confidence, self-control, respect for others, & concentration improve substantially. Their prices are extremely reasonable and well worth it for what you get out of it. Instructors are kind, patient and entertaining to the kids AND the adults. Roar has become more like a family to us and I couldn't recommend them more!

the owner hit the kids if they did something bad and there summer camp cost 750$ for 4 kids do not…read morerecommend

Master Majesky is an incredible Master for our son. We have been here a little over a year and in…read morethat time our now 4 year old has come out of his quiet shy shell. He makes friends easily, learns how to handle his emotions in victory amd defeat, and learns to be apart of a comminity to make it better. Master Majesky has proctored so much personal growth and physical health and wellness. Our son has learned the Tennant's of Taekwondo and they are a practice in our home. I recommend this school to everyone with kids. His little Ninjas class is phenominal. Teaching a child to break a board and cheer for his mates is so rewarding. I give so much credit to Master Majesky in how much my son has grown and how much his shyness and timidness has improved.

My daughter and I just moved to NC. I was looking for a Martial Arts School where my daughter can…read morelearn respect, courtesy, focus and self defense while having fun. We came across Movement Family Martial Arts and it has been an amazing experience. Master Matt Majesky is great with the kids and is an awesome instructor. He is very encouraging and teaches leadership by allowing the higher belt students to teach a portion of the class. We felt welcomed the moment we walked through the door. It really is a family here and my daughter loves it!!! Thank you Master Matt and staff

Leadership Martial Arts Academy - 20 years in business and they own the building! Great people,…read moregreat program! Highly recommend!

I have been going here since I was five and now I am in the youth jiu-jitsu　program, this dojo is…read moreamazing and so are all of the people here.

Sifu Ryan is a great guy. Excellent teacher that breaks the movements down into small parts that…read moreare easy to understand. Pricing is excellent for the level of instruction you get. The other students are very helpful in practice. Relaxed family atmosphere, convenient location. 485 nearby to Walmart on S Tryon. Children program is a joy to watch, Sifu Ryan very patient with the little kids but is an awesome teacher as well. Hours of classes are convenient, as is location easy to get in and out. Adult classes are 1.5 hours. Not the usual high stress martial arts, laid back and practical. The adult students range from young to old. Really my break in the day. I love it. Come join us. You will be glad you did.

Terrible instructor. He has no patience and is too easily frustrated when a student doesn't pick up…read moreon something quickly enough, such as the many movements in one of this art's forms. I have studied other martial arts in the past, and this is the first instructor I have had that I cannot look up to. I have zero respect for this very arrogant instructor.

We are on our second week with Master O and all I can say is this Dojo DESERVES way more visibility…read morethan other martial arts studios. Master O and Lyndsey are such rockstars. They are running their business while taking care of their littles. They care about their business but they also care for their students and their students' respective families. They understand family life and they are fully aware of the current economy that we are living in. I inquired at other martial arts studios around Ballantyne and I have to tell you they charge thousands of dollars and they require a year commitment. At Master O's its NOT required to have a year commitment. It's month to month. Also, if the unforeseeable happens, all you need to do is give them a two weeks notice to pause or cancel your membership. I AM SO IMPRESSED with this Dojo. My daughter loves it so much. She looks forward to going to class 3 times a week. My daughter is shy and she has the tendency to be bullied because she doesn't know how to stand up for herself and I am confident that Master O will help her get out of shell and equip her with the proper skills to stand up to any aggressors. Master O has a promotion right now where your child can try a month of martial arts for only $24. You read that right!!! $24!!! A month is a sufficient time to determine if this dojo is for your child or not. After our first day, I already knew we will be with Master O for a while. The aura in the dojo is so light and it has a family vibe that you just feel so comfortable to be in. As soon as you step in the building, you will feel welcomed like a family. I cant say enough good things about this dojo. You gotta experience it yourself. REGISTER! You wont regret it.

Our son does Tae-kwon-Do here and loves His training. Master O is such a positive force in his life…read moreand is a true leader for these young kids. He teaches them hard work, respect and goal attainment. He cares for everyone of the kids in the class. Our son had made a huge improvement in his behavior since enrollment almost a year ago. Check it out, you will not be disappointed!