Martial Arts Schools near Maplewood

“I’ve been training with Freeman Sensei for over 25 years. One of the best martial artists and human beings you’d ever want to meet.“

“Awesome Judo place, very welcoming, even for foreigners! Lots of classes, for all levels. A lot of highly skilled athlete and instructors. The club is growing very fast!“

“Master Fitch does a great job with my son. He is firm but fun and the kids all seem to respond really well to his teaching technique. My kiddo has gained so much confidence in a short time with this class.“

“If you want to learn the spirit and the ART in martial art - go here - I looked around for my son - I'm very particular - I would never look back - go here“

“Once upon a time I was devoted to kick boxing thinking with it I was equipped to defend myself against a bodily attack. After stepping into the world of Kenpo however I quickly discovered that in a real attack I was not likely to be wearing boxing gloves. I’ve never looked back and returned to kick boxing ever since. I’m a Kenpo student for life under the amazing instruction of Grand Master Bill Boyd.“

“Is this place open? We drove past looking for it but all we saw was an abandoned and crumbling building. Did they move to a new location?“

“Been training here for over a year and have had a great time. I've worked in law enforcement and tactical security. In real encounters, I've found that I what I use the most is control techniques. I've studied karate, BJJ, muay thai, and others, but rarely if ever used any of it. I've found the hapkido to be the most applicable martial art to what I've actually had to use to control a suspect.“

“Sifu Johnnie is a old school instructor for the modern age of martial arts. He understands his art and works to make it practical incorporating small elements of various styles to strengthen it. Sifu Johnnie is a patient teacher who will bring the best out of you during your martial arts journey.“

“Facility is top notch and well maintained, everyone is welcoming and full of knowledge. Great approach to teaching something serious while maintaining a laid back approach.“

“Absolute Martial Arts is a wonderful facility. My son has learned so much in such a short time frame. The instructors are extremely kind and helpful. My son loves coming to lessons and his confidence has grown so much already! We love Absolute Martial Arts!!!“

“Although I was a student at another dojo, our dojo visited this one. I was impressed that the teaching staff took me aside and helped me in basic movements that I was having problems with.I want to run my martial arts school just like this one.“

“Master Jason is incredible. He's a great teacher and brings the best out of each and every kid. We love it!“

“We just started and my boys absolutely love it here and always look forward to going! The team here are so welcoming. The class for the littles is pretty big but the instructors are so kind and patient with each one of them. One thing I’ve noticed at every class is there are others who steps in and help with the littles when they see them struggling with something and show how proud they are of them when they got it. They sure do make every kid here feel important.“

“My son has been going to ATA for over a year now and when he first started he was the a little shy guy. After being in ATA his self-confidence has grown, and he doesn’t feel so intimidated by other kids whom are taller and older than him. He has been taking their leadership classes and now he is an excellent example of being a leader to his friends in school and on the mat! The creative and extreme classes are excellent, and mostly a lot of one on one training. Master Cather and her staff let the students create their own routines and help them master that routine, so they can take pride and ownership of something they have created. My son really takes pride in his martial art skills and encourages everyone to be nicer, a leader and not a follower, and to be more self-confident. I can’t thank Master Cather and all her staff for helping him out of his shell. He is no longer my little shy guy!“