By far the BEST dojang in Connecticut! Master Mark Sawyer is a 7th degree black belt and wins…read morenumerous competitions yearly. His teaching is fantastic and the students learn so much. Students from this dojang learn not only Tang Soo Do, but also discipline and character. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great karate school. The price is also extremely reasonable and they don't nickel and dime you. School is on street level and no stairs, which is great for parents who have to bring in a stroller or wheel chair. Highly recommend!

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Just started here and was a bit concerned about being new. I am admittedly fat and very out of…read moreshape and was concerned about being the floundering whale flopping on the floor getting laughed at. Everyone from beginner to the very experienced at this place is very helpful and very friendly. They understand being new is hard and they help in any way they can. I did take a few one on one lessons and then jumped into classes. It's a blast but far from easy. Expect to be a little sore and achy as you will use muscles you had no idea you had. Flexibility is important so plan on getting there a little early to stretch out before class. I've had ACL replacement, hand reconstruction from a severe shattering, and have a hip replacement and I'm 47 years old. If I can get out there and flop around anyone can.

From the owner: Gracie Farmington Valley specializes in MMMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, and traditional…read morestyles of self defense. Our unique approach and dedicated instructors can help you achieve your goals in BJJ, Jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts, and submission grappling

My son and daughter have been members of the dojo since 2006. The Masters of the dojo are the…read morehusband and wife team of Dominick and Jeanene. Although my son is now away from home at graduate school and my daughter at college, they both still look forward to going to the dojo whenever they're in town. If you're wondering how joining a dojo would benefit you or your kids, the three words that come to my mind are discipline, confidence and family. My son has ADD and the one activity in which he would truly focus without meds is martial arts. Martial arts helped my daughter to overcome the insecurities with which many girls struggle as they grow up. And a big reason for their success was seeing and participating in the examples set by the kids and adults who are part of the Avon Kempo and Aikido Academy dojo family. The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a dojo in which you or your children can learn martial arts and more, Avon Kempo and Aikido Academy is a terrific dojo to join.

Our daughters have been coming here for years and we love this dojo. Not only are Masters Dominick…read moreand Jeanene very experienced and knowledgeable but they are able to teach all ages in a way that each student can understand. All of the instructors are dedicated to the martial arts and to passing on their knowledge. They teach self discipline, help the students build character in each lesson and provide a supportive environment conducive to learning. If you want to learn the true art of kempo karate or aikido under strong but humble teachers, then this is the place for you. We highly recommend Avon Kempo and Aikido to anyone considering learning martial arts.

The best Tae Kwon Do in the area. Master Lee is a great teacher. Try it once and see.read more

If you're looking for a gym that will push you to your limit, make you sore as all get out, make…read moreyou feel fantastic, and give you results you can see and feel quickly, this is the place for you. I cannot adequately express how grateful I am to have found TEF. I lost a ton of weight in 5 short weeks, I feel and see a huge difference in my body, and I found workouts that challenge me unlike anything else. The coaches are AMAZING, the environment is addictive, and the community support will help you reach any and all of your goals. The TEF 6 week challenge, and just TEF in general, will absolutely transform you for the better. Happy to call this place my fitness home.

I can NO longer go to a gym after being here…read more What can you get from the People at Tyler English Fitness: 1.) Train within a group of people of various ages, occupations and gender. 2.) Multiple trainers for each session to ensure you are working out to your personal best. 3.) Pushing individuals to their extreme. 4.) Teaching you how to train with your body, dumbells and resistance bands. 5.) Making you conduct every workout with High Intensity Interval Training. and what makes it the best and better than cross fit and any other boot camp? *drum rolls with high hat crash* 6.) They give you a nutrition seminar every month! Showing you what to eat, when to eat it and how much to eat of it! Yeah that's right, Tyler English Fitness! The owner himself got tired of the mundane and overestimated Gym culture that he decided to use not only his academic skill but his profession.........­Natural body building! He's learned the science of nutrition, proper work outs and building a body. He has a degree in sports medicine and exercise science, a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) performamce enhancement specialist, World National Body Building Federation competitor and winner on many occasions, Certified Personal Trainer and Youth Conditioning Specialist. This guy is REAL DEAL. Because of him I managed to have so much energy, with the "look good naked" body. I ate very nutritiously by sticking to his diet plan, and worked through his intense sessions. Note: about 600 to 1,000 calories get burned from your body doing this class. I went from an overweight into almost obese 225 pounds to a lean and ripped 190 pounds. I was an athlete in high school. I played Football, ran Indoor and Outdoor track. But at around 30 years of age, I had a better body with awesome athleticism (increased agility, stamina, endurance, power, etc.) now than when I was 16 years old. I have progression pix posted up pn here. You can go to their website: www. ConnecficutFitnessBo­otCamps . Com. Joe C. (Yelp Elite '12) is a frequent Boot Camper and he is the 8th picture in the testimonial section. That's proof The last reviewer, Joe C. Is the walking billboard for this place. He lost 75 pounds! I was impressed to see his progression over a year of hard work! Back in the day this place started with house moms and female professionals over the age of 40. Now many people have caught on to how awesome this place is. You can now see people of all ages, sexes, etc. all here for one thing........to stay healthy! I can never go back to the gym. I'm too lazy. I have no motivation unless someone who knows their stuff and that's Tyler English and his elite staff! They teach you proper form, they understand your potential and teach you how to eat clean. Many of us Americans are misinformed about proper nutrition. Tyler English Fitness enlightens all. He also owns Athletic Revolution, a training camp for children 5 years old to adolescents.