Martial Arts Schools near Richfield

“This is the place I would take my new comer the Da Jo is vary nice and clean the instructors are top notch thay work with an open heart.“

“Love this place. My whole family grapples here. They are great with the young ones and anyone new to the sport. If you’re interested at all sign up!“

“Joined about 2 months ago. The instructors are very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. If I didn’t understand something they would break it down in a way I would understand. Bodie has been a huge inspiration for me and really has a passion for what he does. If you’re looking for a supportive community of like minded people who are all trying to learn and grow. This is the gym for you.“

“This school is warm, welcoming and teaches some fantastic skills. I learned a lot from just one class and I am excited to go back🔥“

“Whether you’re a beginner, an expert, or somewhere in between, come to MKG! I have taken Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes here for almost 2 years and can’t speak highly enough of the experience. The staff are welcoming and willing to help you with any questions! I have met the most wonderful people here. The price is worth it, you can go to unlimited classes and use the open gym for free weights each month. There are over 5 different types of martial arts classes you can take here so you WILL find something you like! This is the kind of gym where you don’t feel judged or intimidated by anyone. It’s also super women friendly! I have other women in my classes all the time which adds to the welcoming environment. If you love martial arts, or are just curious, stop by MKG!“

“My two girls love coming to class and the school has been welcoming and very beginner friendly. Lots of class options for our family and they’ve made friends. Overall we are grateful to the instructors for challenging our girls and maintaining a fun atmosphere where they can learn and grow alongside their peers.“

“Great gym for a drop in! Great home gym! Very respectful, I appreciate them for letting me train while here for work.“

“Great instructors. Very supportive, engaging and helpful staff. I appreciate the variety of different coaching styles between the instructors.“

“My son and daughter attended the KickStart Martial Arts After School program for 5 years - it is amazing how 4 years later they still speak of the lessons and strength they gained through KickStart and under the amazing care and direction of Master Sisk and his wife Kellie. My daughter who has been fighting and auto immune disease health issues all year long said just the other day - that it is because of what she learned about perseverance and grit that she was able to get through this year and come out the other side. I cannot thank this family enough for being family and mentors to my children. I can’t say enough about what the investment in this program has paid out in my children and our lives! Thank YOU Kickstart Family! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Love this place! I studied in Korea and am so happy I found this dojong for my boys here in the states. Great teaching staff!!!“

“Great instructors and staffs. The Thrones are awesome. We love coming back to attend classes or karate camps here. The best karate school designs we ever came across!“

“Master Nick is an excellent teacher . He is an excellent instructor and the kids truly do look up to him and aspire to replicate his conduct is and discipline. Worth every investment. A pillar of this community here in St Paul.“

“It was very informative and I looked the energy of the place will be making this a continued place to take my child“

“I just got of the phone with Steve and it was an amazing, informative and inspirational phone call that gets you ready for day one. ?? Can't wait. If you have questions about joining, call! You won't be disappointed!!!??“

“I came to Twin Cities T’ai Chi seeking a practice that would help me with emotional and physical processing of a year filled with challenging life events. I got that and so much more.The instructors are knowledgeable and the studio members are warm and inviting. The studio itself is spacious and clean. There are folks with all sorts of different backgrounds, ages, and stories with what lead them to TCTC. I wasn’t expecting this but I ended up gaining a whole new community with fellow studio members and instructors that I love to see each week.If you’re seeking to bring a new practice and community into your life, Twin Cities T’ai Chi might be the perfect fit, as I discovered it was for me.Pro tips:1. Don’t be afraid when entering the building for the first time. The studio is a few floors up in an artists loft building with the doors to the street locked to the public. Arrive a little early to the class and there will be a friendly instructor to open the door and greet you when you arrive.2. Dress in layers and feel free to bring a small backpack. The space is toasty in the winter!3. You will get to work with different instructors each class. The variety is lovely and it creates a well rounded experience!“

“Great teachers, helping teach self defense and qualities for good people. I'm happy I found them“

“I have personally never been, but I went to my local goodwill and found heeps of their clothing brand. Sweatpants, hoodies, sweatsuits, you name it. in plenty of different colours. I got a pair of the sweatpants and they are very comfortable!“

“Fantastic birthday party experience for my 4 year old son and his friends. Highly recomend!“

“My entire family (two grade school kids, my husband, and me) have been going here for about six months, and it's really enriched our lives and improved our health. This school fosters community really well, and I feel like we're all in it together, helping each other pursue our goals.Personally speaking, I'm forty years old and have some chronic health issues. That I'm able to study martial arts with my family alongside twenty-year-old men in peak health speaks to this school's ability to encourage people to grow from wherever they are in life. It has also been a blast learning martial arts as a family (a feat only allowed thanks to this school's pricing structure). I'm able to have fun with my kids while we learn, and sparring with my husband feels like date night.Having never studied martial arts before, I can't compare this place to anywhere else, but here are a few of the things I find striking...The school uses a volunteer format for their instructors. It helps keep the costs low--nowhere else I called could compete with their price--but it also creates a built in sense of comradery. Instructors teach for passion, not a paycheck, and have a personal investment in your success. The instructors rotate on different nights, and students are able to learn from multiple perspectives.Teachers are actively invested in your success regardless of your belt color, but they also care that your belt color *means* something. Students are not bumped up from level to level to make them feel good (you won't find any twelve-year-old black belts here), but as a signifier of knowledge and advancement. It makes this a great place to learn for both beginners and those who are already serious about martial arts.On one recent Thursday night, our two kids received focused instruction in self-defense from a four-time kickboxing world champion, while my husband and I went through our one-steps (a kind of belt-level-based series of movements) with the school's lead teacher. In the background, another black-belt helped students go through form. It all felt so personalized and thoughtful, and I feel privileged to be part of it.This place, in a strip mall basement with aging carpet, is a hidden gem. Give it a try.“

“I have been a student of Guro Chris McWethy for 3 years. He is a very good teacher who is very knowledgeable and a good communicator. The class is well organized and always interesting. I have learned real world basic and intermediate self defense techniques. There is also a lot of stick and some knife work. One night per week is sparring with padded sticks.“

“Just spoke to an instructor now, this definitely seems like a place to enhance/hone your Qi, see ya Tuesday.“

“I am learning lots of Tae Kwon Do and am having a lot of fun. It helps me understand discipline and patience very well. Master Ken is the best!“

“Kuk Sool Won was by far the best thing for me as a kid and growing into adulthood. The physical training empowered my life. The lessons learned still guide my life. I'm so thankful my parents allow me to join Kuk Sool Won. Earning my Blackbelt is one of my most proud experiences! I cant thank my instructors and the schools owners Steffen and Nicki enough. Truly a life changing experience!“