I've been going to this gym for the past month. Every minute spent there has been physically and mentally beneficial.
Chris is excellent teacher and just all around good/genuine human being. Himself and Susie have created a really welcoming community, and one I would recommend to anyone interested in learning jiu jitsu, or other forms of self defense.
I've been training at The Martial Arts Zone for about a month now and making the leap into this journey has been one of the greatest decision in my life. The culture and community at the gym is more than one can ask for when learning something new and uncomfortable. All training partners are respectful, and instructors are knowledgeable and eager to help. Chris and Susie really put together an amazing and supportive gym, I'm happy to be taking this journey with them.
I've been training at Mixed Martial Arts Zone for about 9 months now. Chris is a great instructor and brings each person along at a proper pace. Everyday is a new challenge, but that's what makes it fun!
From beginners to advanced students, I would recommend checking out the academy and seeing if it's a good fit! Take advantage of their two week trial that they offer!
Extremely clean, spacious, and well done dojo.
The people are amazing! Great energy.
Great academy with an awesome environment!
Chris is very knowledgeable and a great instructor, all of his staff are friendly and eager to help, including all the students I've come to know there. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a maritals academy
The martial arts zone is a great facility and run by amazing staff. Chris is a patient and knowledgeable instructor who actively to go into detail about techniques with all of his student. I have learned a lot from my time there and would recommend the experience to anyone.
From the moment I first shook Chris's hand I knew this place was special, and only three lessons in I'm convinced this is one of the best new things I've gotten into in a long time. It's amazing how welcoming and friendly everyone has been. Right away I started to feel like I belonged here even though I have no experience with martial arts. The instructors are highly competent, patient and challenging in equal measure, and always very kind and encouraging. They are all a genuine pleasure to learn from. Chris himself is more than a great teacher. He is a person of substance, and you'll start to feel the profound artistic and intellectual nature of Jiu Jitsu just from the way he talks. His energy and passion are an inspiration to everyone, and you'll really feel like you can do amazing things. Honestly as I'm writing this I just can't wait to go train again tomorrow.
I have been attending classes at the Martial Arts Zone for just over three months and it's been amazing since day one! The welcoming atmosphere made me feel comfortable right from the start. I've never consistently taken self defense classes but after a few weeks I quickly began to build confidence in my skills and excitement for the journey ahead! I've become healthier both physically and mentally, I began in jiu-jitsu (also known as the "Gentle Art") and slowly transitioned into some kickboxing classes as well. Chris, Susan and the family down at the Martial Arts Zone welcome new students with open arms and positive attitudes. It's a marvelous location for adults or kids to train and grow as individuals.
I have been training jiu jitsu at the Martial Arts Zone with Chris for about 9 months now and it has been an amazing experience so far. I really lucked out finding this place because it is such an awesome atmosphere that makes learning martial arts fun, safe and effective. Everybody, no matter what belt level they are at, are great at teaching and making sure you are learning techniques and not trying to rip each others heads off.
Great learning environment, amazing instructor, awesome people to train with make this academy a great one to start training in self defense.
As a 54 year old and trying martial arts for the first time, I really had no idea what to expect. I am very happy to say that, after four months, it has been an awesome experience for me! Chris and Susan have been so great to work with. They, and their instructors, are all-positive and they have created the perfect environment for all of us to train with each other and help each other out. They are very encouraging, very safety-conscience and great about letting everyone go at their own pace. I have been extremely impressed by how technical the training is and just how much technique and strategy actually goes into martial arts. I can tell you that, if you're just looking to "beat people up", this isn't the place for you. However, if you are looking to get great exercise (in body and mind) in a family environment, I could not think of a better place to be at any age!
Awesome place and even better trainers. MY friend Miguel and I started about a month ago and we were hooked instantly. Chris and Susan are both great instructors who take the time to adhere to everyones strengths and weaknesses. Now my friend and I are going any chance we get and my girlfriend has taken their kickboxing class and loves it just as much.
For the better part of 6 years now I have had the pleasure of working with Chris on self defense, spanning across multiple dimensions of styles. In each instance, Chris has demonstrated not only high high level of skill and knowledge but a level of polish which can only be acquired through years of dedication and work.
For anyone looking for the real deal in terms of quality and skill in training, go to the Martial Arts Zone; its second to none.