We have had such a positive, great experience here at Ballantyne Kicks. My son just received his…read moreBlack belt and we could not be more proud. Master Russell is such a great teacher. He demands discipline and respect but is so encouraging of the kids to do their best. It is a positive environment where the kids learn and grow in self esteem and skill.

WOW!! 10 out of 10. 100 thumbs up. 1000 gold stars. Had my son's fifth birthday here and was blown…read moreaway. The two instructors were amazing, completely beyond my expectations. Were so great with the kids and kept them entertained the entire time. They showed tricks and wowed the guests, let each guest chop a board, and even helped the birthday boy cut his cake with a giant samurai sword. This will go down as my favorite birthday party for sure. I was so impressed with the two instructors. Although they were only 16 years old, you'd be hard pressed to find more engaging instructors. They seriously blew me away. Extremely well spoken and friendly, they remembered every single child name. They were welcoming, attentive, And even helped me set up. I think they even had all of the parents paying close attention to the instruction. And so many of the parents commented on how impressed they were as well. Such a fantastic job!!!

This place is great. The camaraderie, the training, the patience, everything. Being brand new,…read morenobody here made me feel out of place. They let you know, they were once brand new themselves. When they see you improve, even just a tiny bit, they let you know and congratulate you. It's an amazing feeling. Makes you comfortable and able to continue coming back and growing.

Top Martial Arts is more than a gym- it is a family! My Son started Jiujitsu here to gain some…read moreconfidence, and he has grown so much! A year into Jiujitsu, and he was able to compete at Pans out in California with the support of his teammates, and coaches! Jae Ho Lee is the owner, and truly cares about the individual. Your child, and you will grow in ways you never imagined. I started training here as well, and it something I am proud to be part of and I can appreciate all of my Son's hard work much better! Side Note- parents, let the coaches fulfill their role, and your child's needs will be met! Confidence, competition, health, stress reduction... the list goes on for all of the things you can gain by giving Jiujitsu at Top Martial Arts a try!

Please please visit the BBB website before signing a contract here. I've known several people that…read morehave had issues with Super Kicks Karate over contract and cancellation policy. They typically PRESSURE you into signing a contract immediately. They want you to sign a basic contract at the very minimum to get you in the door. Then, once you have been pressured into signing a long term contract(6 month minimum), they badger your child every single class afterwards to get the parent to upgrade to the more expensive leadership contract(9 month minimum). Difference in price is about $50-$100. The classes are crowded and the child might learn how to do the same one punch for several 30 minute classes twice a week. You don't learn how to truly defend yourself. Essentially you are purchasing a black belt. Your child will learn how to say "yes sensii, no sensii", and will not be able to defend themselves from a bully. It's sad how they tell the children in the basic program($150/per month) that if they want to spar, or if they want to learn kicks, or if they want to be with the cool leadership program($200/per month) kids that they needed to ask mom and dad to upgrade. There isn't isn't a class where the basic program kids aren't badgered and reminded how the program that their parent chose...sucks! Before signing check out the BBB website. Most people like my friends opted to simply not resign, and others took legal action. Read the responses from the owner. He has his people be aggressive in their selling of contract tactics. I was with my friend when she was considering this school. It's very crowded, and you child will become bored quickly. Beware. The female saleswoman is the worse. Like a politician. The goal here isn't fighting. It's scamming you into signing a long term contract. If your kid learning how to say yes Ma'am, and yes sir is your goal, take them to this school. If your goal is self defense, your kid will get their butts kicked. The owner is flexible and can do the splits....that's about it. His instructors are out of shape and pudgy. Go see for yourself.

Super Kicks Karate is led by an amazing group of skilled professional karate experts who do this…read morebecause they love it! We joined as a family and my 7 and 9 year old are growing in confidence, self-discipline, and respect while I (Mom) am learning self-defense skills and developing flexibility I never thought I would have. I would highly recommend Super Kicks to anyone looking to learn Karate from people who know what they are doing and lead by example, while you bond with your family over a positive, energizing experience that will change you forever!

UpLevel Ballantyne is an exceptional martial arts school that truly focuses on developing both…read moreskills and character. Instructor Mr Henry McGee does a fantastic job creating an environment where students not only learn martial arts techniques but also build discipline, confidence, and strong personal habits. Also the support instructors are very encouraging and patient. What stands out most is the emphasis on values like respect, focus, perseverance, and self-control. Mr McGee is patient, motivating, and clearly passionate about helping each student grow. He encourages kids to push themselves, set goals, and stay consistent while making the classes enjoyable and engaging. The institute has a very positive and supportive atmosphere where students feel encouraged and proud of their progress. It's clear that the goal is not just to train good martial artists, but to help shape responsible, confident young individuals. I highly recommend UpLevel Ballantyne and Instructor Mr McGee to any family looking for a martial arts program that builds both physical strength and lifelong character.

I'm thankful for this opportunity to grow my confidence and learn different skills from my…read moreinstructors. They believe in me and take the time to encourage me to do my best. This has been a great outlet from the busyness of life especially when you had a stressful day at work or no matter what you are doing.

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!

Instructors are really great! They really watch your kids form and correct when necessary…read more Extremely hands on. They know the names of every single child and their parents. They even provide feedback when they get a chance during class changes. It's a community type of atmosphere if you allow yourself to engage and participate. My kids where not very motivated in the beginning but after awhile they really started digging it. Pricing might be an obstacle for lower income families. I made the financial sacrifice because my son needed something like this after being beat up in school. Coming here really boosted his self-esteem and confidence. Again, such awesome instructors and helpers. A great investment on your child/children for sure.

Mr and Mrs Granieri as well as Mrs Lopez welcomed us from another MA discipline with wide open…read morearms. My son has continued and expanded his "whole body learning" both in direct TKD skills and cardiovascular health, but also character development. My daughter participated in private lessons and received timely support by way of the Granieri's encouraging message of self-worth, self-identity, and self-defense. When other activities (baseball!!) take us from our normal participation levels, there is never judgement, only welcoming arms when we settle back into routine. My children are 14 and 11. There are many students in that age cluster. The location is easily accessible off Route 51 near the Arboretum, and the class schedules allows for flexibility to your week. We are completely satisfied and look forward to continued growth with URMA!

Let's just say I'm not the martial arts type. But I really wanted to learn Tai Chi as a form of…read moregentle exercise. Camilo Sanchez is the proprietor and is a thorough and patient instructor so I was happy to find his studio. He teaches "Chen" style tai chi which is one of the oldest styles and is more close to a martial style than others. But I was still able to keep up and appreciated the level of detail explained in each movement. FYI he also teaches Qigong and I have spoken to several students who swear by his teaching. He offers various levels of certification as well.

I have been seeing Dr. Camilo for over a year now. I was very sick, I was not able to drink even…read morewater without getting terrible gastritis. My life (if you can call it life) was a nightmare. I saw the general doctor, the Gastroenterology's and the ENT doctor (the best that I was able to afford in Charlotte). they each have a different theory of what it was happening to me. I lost my voice, I could not breath or eat well. They kept giving me medications, and with each pill I got prescribed I felt how my life slipped away in my hands. I finally found a naturopath doctor that helped me some, then a Chinese Doctor that helped me a bit more, then a friend of mine recommended Dr Camilo. I have recovered my voice, I am able to eat almost everything without pain, and I can breathe fine. My diagnosis were chronic stress and anxiety due to problems at work, the anxiety gave me reflux, the reflux affected my vocal cords which gave me Vocal chord dysfunction and it did not allow to breathe and talk for almost 4 years. Thanks Dr. Camilo for all your help

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!

Our son started here about 4 weeks ago. Since he's began, we've seen improved manners and respect,…read morenot to mention the fact that he cannot wait to attend the next session; he simply loves it! The instructors are great with the children, even those who seem overly excited to be there (the one's who don't listen so well). The instructors are patient, and keep the sessions fun, but also manage to stay firm at the same time. In addition to being wonderful with the kids, they even remember each child's names --even after only seeing them once, which is quite impressive based on the amount of kids they have. The classes are a great size (our son is in the beginners class [he's 5]), which contains only about 5-6 kids per session. I highly recommend this place. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is simply because I have nothing else to baseline this experience from.

We love Karate Charlotte! Our son has been going for years. The instructors are awesome and…read moreeverything is well- structured.

I visited the academy on a business trip and found the environment inviting friendly. Professor…read moreArel provides exceptionally detailed instruction and does a great job of spot correcting through the lesson I highly recommend this academy.

A few years ago (before I moved to Seattle), a friend and I decided to swing by Great Grappling…read more(from Florida) for a train-cation, and the experience was downright fantastic. Everyone was a pleasure to talk to, drill with, and roll with. The mats are high-end, clean, and spacious. The instruction is top-notch. Professor Jeremy clearly loves jiujitsu and teaching, and both of these facts are apparent in his detail-oriented instruction and his well constructed curriculum. I have been back several times since my initial visit (including flying back from Seattle) for both the good training and the good people. I can't recommend training here enough.