Charleston Self-Defense Academy & Martial Arts

Shawna Fritz

My son has be training here for almost a year and loves it! I recently started training a month ago. The instructions are very knowledgeable and work great with kids and adults. When my son started he didn't have the courge to stand up for himself, now he does. He has gain confidence through training and tournaments. They teach the kids not to use their skills to start a fight, but how to defend themselves.

Peregrine Sky

Schedule said there was a no go jiu jitsu class today 24th September@0800. I’m here 0800 there’s no one, lights are out. Disappointed, recommend updating your schedule and not wasting potential customers time.

KZ Russ

I absolutely love this gym. It has such a homey and family friendly vibe; it's made me feel a lot less homesick after I moved here. I've done the boxing, judo, jujitsu, and self defense classes and I'm never disappointed. The instructors are all well spoken and very knowledgeable (both within the specific classes and in general questions regarding techniques and muscle development & pain management). I love the idea that they had to use the day time as a child care/virtual schooling area and another thing that really stood out to me is the care that they take regarding safety in the kids classes. One specific example being how the instructor (Rob) was checking the technique on their falls and while doing the throw, it was both slow enough for the child's size and he also supported their head/neck throughout the movement then provided feedback on how they could improve. Lisa and Rob have a really good crew and do a great job with the gym! Covid: They do take temperatures and record them at the door. I've also seen them stream classes for some people that weren't comfortable coming in, though that may be something you have to ask for specifically. I'm not 100% sure.

St Sebastian

Best game in town for Boxing, Judo, BJJ and Wrestling. Also HIIT and Xtreme Hip Cardio step classes.