Martial Arts

I have been doing martial arts of one kind or another for over a decade, and I could tell right away that I had found something great in Twisted Fitness. The instructors are top notch and everyone is super welcoming. This gym is all about the love of the art and not about making money. I have been training at this gym for the past 5 years and love it here. There is a real sense of community and friendship that helps keep you motivated. Whether you want to compete or just stay fit, you will find classes here for you. I mainly attend the yoga, jiu jitsu and judo classes (because there are only so many hours in a day), but they are all taught by great instructors. As a woman it can be hard to find a martial arts school that you feel comfortable with, but this gym has quite a few women teachers and students. Plus, they have an expanding youth program for kids to learn self-defense techniques. I highly recommend you check out some of Twisted Fitness' classes - I am sure they have something that you will love. I really can't say enough about this gym - get out there and try it out!

Elite training! Dutch style has certainly up my game!

I have been training for a while now and been to few different gyms. Fight Prime is one the the best gyms I’ve trained at. It’s a good mix of fitness and technical skills training and the coaches are all highly trained. Everyone is very friendly too.

Wonderful class and teacher my son loves it

This facility is very clean and organized. The instructors are passionate and give 110%. You couldn’t ask for a better program and better people to trust with your children. Not only do they teach karate they teach morals and values to their students that you can’t put a price on.

Exercising for a Reason. I started Tae Soo Do, the beginner program of Hwa Rang Do, as a way to get back into shape, and quickly became entranced by the diversity of techniques and material to learn, even at the beginner level. I never get bored, and there is always more to learn. Instructors and other students provide a family atmosphere with plenty of encouragement to go beyond my limitations.

I have a recommend infinity martial arts in Oregon Wisconsin Mr. Palmer truly cares about his students and their well-being he's an excellent teacher of all ages

Mr. Beck took 200 dollars from us (after we moved to FL and for a service which we certainly were no longer using). Over the past year, we've contacted him several times via email and phone messages. He has said that he would refund the money but is very obviously lying. Guy seemed OK before but really seems like a dirtbag now.

Jiu Jitsu is an incredible journey -- one that is full of choices, including where to train. Jordan's passion as an athlete and an instructor shines through in everything he does. His teaching style, attention to detail, and genuine interest in the growth of his students are incredible assets that you won't find anywhere else. There is nobody around with more dedication or heart. Training partners at this gym are passionate about the art, sport, and lifestyle of Jiu Jitsu. Come see what sets Caio Terra Academy Madison apart from the rest!

We enrolled our three children in Karate America in 2006. Our youngest was 5 years old at that time. They attended the afterschool and summer camp programs for years, and continued on with karate lessons well after they no longer needed the care programs. They loved the programs, the karate lessons, and making long-term friends. As parents, we loved that our children remained active, and learned so many valuable life lessons (like self-discipline, respect, resilience, perseverance, and commitment). Our youngest is now 16, and is a second degree black belt, working toward her 3rd degree. She works at Karate America now, and enjoys teaching others what she has learned over the years. We have been so happy to be part of the Karate America family for so many years.

So glad I found this group. I could not recommend more. I continue to be impressed at their ability to help and teach the little ninjas. I like watching the more advanced classes. I highly recommend to anyone looking for exercise, fun, and focus for their young ones. They do a great job including all kids of all levels and abilities.

My son joined Little Ninja recently and totally loves it. Mr. O' Donnell is amazing with kids. Each week, they do slightly different set of things to practice and improve on what they did before - in a very fun, age appropriate way (like pretending to be animals, jumping thru the lily pad etc). He keeps the children very engaged and fun. The whole team is very kind and patient, at the same time, firm to make sure the kids listen and follow instructions. I would highly recommend Black Belt America!

I had been interested in studying some type of martial arts for some time, but for one reason or another, never followed through to find a school. Enter Master Carlson. Six months ago I attended a demonstration she was giving and had my first mini-lesson. I left feeling strong and empowered. Less than two weeks later I was a student. As someone who was never very athletic, I had my doubts as to whether I was cut out for taekwondo. But after each class, I felt more confident in my body and my abilities. Master Carlson has put a lot of thought into not just teaching you a series of movements, but also into what is the best order in which to teach them. She's constantly evaluating her curriculum to make sure students learn the applications for each move and that what they learn builds on itself. She had the privilege of studying in Korea under Grandmaster Park Chul Hee, the founder of Kang Duk Won, one of the 9 original kwans or schools of taekwondo, and she passes on his knowledge, passion and respect for the art of taekwondo to her students. According to Master Carlson, Grandmaster Park knew she would open a martial arts school before she did. And her desire to do so stemmed from wanting to create a space where students learned through positive teaching and where she could impart the culture and history of the sport as well as the movements. Fast forward about 4 months after my first lesson, and I was competing at my first martial arts tournament - at 44 - and largely at Master Carlson's insistence that I would do well. Having only just attained my yellow belt and learned the second half of my form about a week before the competition, I had my doubts. Surely these were just encouraging words to push me forward. They were not. I took first that day in my event. And I learned to trust her. Master Carlson is indeed encouraging, but she doesn't give false praise. And she catches the smallest nuances in your movements, slight things that someone less skilled - or less focused - might overlook. Those minor tweaks aren't just the difference between placing in a tournament or not. They are the difference between properly executing a move or possibly hurting yourself because your body wasn't positioned correctly. To quote a parent who has enrolled her sons at Martial Journeys of Madison, "this is something that will help them in life, not just in this sport." That's certainly what I get out of it. Studying under Master Carlson is an exercise in not just what I can do, but how I can be, both in dealing with myself and others. And there's no ego involved, despite her 4th degree black belt and study under one of the sport's founders. When she seems most happy is when her students excel and learn to do what they thought that they could not. Those are the best kinds of teachers.

The Infinity schools all teach a broad and excellent martial arts curriculum that encompasses traditional and modern methods. Students learn both how to compete at competition and what they need to know to defend themselves in a real life situation. But the Waunakee school is particularly special because Mr Henkel is an exceptional teacher. He can teach all ages and skill levels and tailor his approach to what that student needs. He cares about the families and often goes the extra mile for them.