Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Fantastic experience: I joined 3 months ago at 42 years old. Best decision I've ever made. Joao Cruz runs the true original training facility in Dripping Springs or anywhere west of Austin, he is the master of technique and so are his advanced students. This is where you come to push beyond limitations and get smart about how to apply your power effectively. Serious atmosphere and supportive community. It's never too late to train BJJ and the benefits learned on the mat translate into every mental aspect of daily life.

Fantastic experience: Enrolling our daughter here was the best thing we could have done. The change in her is amazing and Joao and all his instructors are truelly phenominal in the way they teach her! Looking forward to many years here!

Fantastic experience: Joao Crus and staff have been nothing but welcoming to our family as we started our son with Jui jitsu this summer. He looks forward to training every week and comes away excited about the skills he's learned. I appreciate the focus on discipline and respect to others during each class. We are very thankful for this program and highly recommend Joao Crus Brazilian jui jitsu!

Fantastic experience: I brought my teenage boys to Joao for self defense, discipline, mental toughness, and confidence. They are very different boys and Joao was able to adjust his teaching techniques on the fly to maximize results. I highly recommend private classes.

Fantastic experience: Coach Joao is a master in teaching the proper technique for BJJ, and my experience working with him has been beneficial is many ways. Not only does he teach you how to improve your martial arts on the mat, he helps his students see the benefits of BJJ in their daily lives through his wisdom. I would highly recommend for both adults and especially kids looking to build their confidence and resilience.

Fantastic experience: The Joao Cruz Gracie BJJ studio showed up on my Instagram thread about a year ago. People talk about martial arts for strength and discipline, and there is that for sure, but I was drawn to the studio because I found out the ins structures were trauma informed. (Read Joao’s book and Body keeps the Score!) anyhow it takes more than discipline to start any martial arts in your 40s. It takes being very present in your body, having the humility to not know what you’re doing. Patience with yourself. Presence. Boundaries. The movements are controlled and gentle on my body. And rolling around a big studio for an hour is a pretty effective workout! And the studio has been great with flexibility when life happens! Thank you Carol! Thank you Joao!

Fantastic experience: Great place to learn!!! With the nice and helpful teachers I don't see how this place is not 5 stars!! It's always super clean and refreshing in there!! They have great communication!! I recommend this place to learn jiu-jitsu

Fantastic experience: My Son loves the instructors at this facility so much. They teach him to gain his confidence and believes in himself. They are wonderful people and great people at this location. I am happy that my son likes this place and the kids too.

Fantastic experience: Joao and the coaches are great. They take the time to teach you not only Jiu Jitsu, but how to mentally and emotionally heal from within. Can't recommend taking classes here enough!

Fantastic experience: Coach has had five “one on one “ private lessons with me and is devoted to help me be successful. I am 72 years old and have never had any training in martial arts. He is patient and I appreciate this. In my heart of hearts, I feel that he has my best interest in his heart. Super individual!!! I feel that he is more than just a martial arts coach. I feel that he’s a life coach as well.

Fantastic experience: My son and I have been members of Joao Crus BJJ gym for two years. We started jiu jitsu for my son at age 6, with the intention to help him build discipline and focus skills, while staying physically active. After nearly a year in, I also started jiu jitsu in an effort to build connection with my son in the sport. Little did I know how much BJJ would offer our family. BJJ is a sport that has helped us build confidence and self-esteem, learn how to be in tune with our bodies so we can catch ourselves when our brains wander and get back to task, and of course, develop strength and endurance. Joao crus and the coaching staff are caring individuals, who hold accountability for themselves and parents in honoring the value of learning AND applying techniques. This means learning new moves each class and actually practicing those moves in a “roll” in each class and in tournaments. Participating in BJJ with the Joao Crus family has been a source of pride for us and offered many life lessons. I highly recommend Joao Crus BJJ and would be happy to offer additional perspective on my experience as a parent of a kiddo learning BJJ, as well as offer perspective as a mother who has found a way to invest time into my own physical and mental skills through BJJ.

Fantastic experience: We have been attending for a little over a year and are really happy with the results we have seen from our son. He has shown more confidence and enjoys learning new things with this program.

Fantastic experience: My 7-year-old has been attending for almost half a year, and it’s been a great experience. Coach Joao Cruz strikes the perfect balance—he’s strict but caring, and you can see that he and the other coaches genuinely love teaching the kids. It’s helped my child improve his focus, be more aware, and engage better with other kids. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Joao offers a place to learn and reinforce important skills such as technique, strategy, etc. from great instructors in a positive and safe environment

Fantastic experience: Been taking Beginner Jiu-Jitsu classes there for around a month now and am really enjoying it. Great teachers, and friendly vibes. I appreciate that it has actual beginner classes instead of just starting me in a regular class and feeling overwhelmed like I've experienced at other schools in the past. Definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Joao’s self defense class for women was a power-packed hour of goodness. I loved discovering firsthand what I had learned from him conversationally that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is about leverage, not strength. I recommend Joao as a coach for anyone and this particular class is great to take with friends or colleagues, or for Mom’s to do with their teenage daughters.

Fantastic experience: I've been a proud member of the Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu family for over a decade, and I can confidently say it's one of the best decisions I've ever made. Joao is an exceptional and innovative instructor who seamlessly blends traditional techniques with modern teaching methods, making every class both challenging and engaging. The atmosphere at the academy is welcoming and supportive, fostering a true sense of community. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, Joao ensures that everyone progresses at their own pace while pushing their limits. His dedication to each student's growth, both physically and mentally, is truly inspiring. Training under Joao, who brings authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu heritage to every lesson, has been invaluable in honing my skills. His personalized approach during private lessons has helped me achieve milestones I never thought possible. The curriculum is well-structured, and the training partners are fantastic, creating a motivating environment for continuous improvement. If you're looking to train in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with a top-notch instructor and be part of a family that feels like home, Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the place to be. Highly recommend to anyone passionate about martial arts!

Fantastic experience: My son is in the Youth class. I am in the Women's class. Joao and his instructors are excellent teachers and empowering motivators.

Positive experience: We enrolled both our boys in June 2024. Coaches take good care of kids in training them and push the kids to do more by evaluating their limits. My older son loves a lot and I see he enjoys the class thoroughly. Younger one was reluctant initially but now he is very happy and comfortable. We are very happy with our kids progress and highly recommend this program. This will help to improve kids listening skills.

Fantastic experience: Very family oriented. I have enjoyed my time here and feel that I’ve learned a lot in a short time.

Fantastic experience: Joao Crus BJJ has been an absolute game changer for my kids. Coach Joao’s approach is firm, yet patient and encouraging. Self defense is secondary to discipline, respect, and perseverance. My six-year-old son has newfound confidence and is better able to overcome challenges with a positive attitude, while my four-year-old daughter has developed remarkable body control for her age. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and welcoming. The sense of community is another huge bonus – instructors, parents, and students alike are friendly and supportive. It's clear that this place is about much more than martial arts. Whether you're looking for a fun activity for your kids or a way to help them build life skills, Joao Crus BJJ is the place to be.

Fantastic experience: Our family loves Joao Crus BJJ! Joao is authentically himself as a coach and person. We enjoy the family style in which the gym operates and look forward to the quarterly in house tournaments to watch all the kids excel in their development! Karl, Christian and Justin are excellent in their roles with the kids, each bringing an important dynamic to each class! This gym is a must try for an authentic BJJ experience!

Fantastic experience: I am so glad we enrolled my son into Joao’s classes. Not only is he having a blast but he is learning so much and making new friends . The instructors are very hands on and so good at explaining techniques with great attention to detail. The best part of the classes for me is they are teaching the kids respect, focus, and building community. I would highly recommend Joao Crus Jiu-Jitsu

Fantastic experience: I've been attending the adult group classes at Joao Crus for almost a year. They offer both morning and evening classes which makes its very convenient for my schedule. Joao's there himself to teach on most days - which doesn't happen at a lot of the other 'chain' studios. Despite being group classes, I get a lot of individual focus and attention from Joao and the other instructors which has helped my learning, coordination and overall fitness quite a bit. He also runs a kids program 2-3 times a week - and I'm thinking of enrolling my son (some father-son bonding). So, for anyone on the fence - BJJ at Joao Crus is a great physical activity and a fun way to instill some discipline, and self confidence for any age group!

Fantastic experience: Our eight year old has recently begun training here and he is learning to come out of his shell and become more confident. I'm looking forward to seeing his further growth while learning BJJ.

Fantastic experience: No activity I’ve enrolled my son in has had a stronger or more positive impact than Joao’s youth program for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Aside from gaining the tools to defend himself, my son has learned discipline, patience, and accountability. He was already a friendly kid who respected others, but Joao’s class has given him the confidence and focus to make room for one of the best qualities a parent can see in a child his age: SELF respect. Make no mistake. Your child WILL be challenged in this class. No student falls through the cracks, so if your child struggles with following directions or being accountable for their words and actions, the first few months may be a tough adjustment. Joao and his team have high standards for their students, but stick around for while and before you know it, you will see your child start to hold those standards for THEMSELVES. This is a tight community of educators who care deeply about improving their student’s futures by giving them the skills to cope with life’s challenges. One quick final note about the BJJ program itself: I hear a lot of folks prioritize clases with very small ratios or who work very slowly to focus strictly on technique. While that is valuable, there is one major component of this class that I haven’t found anywhere else and (in my opinion) contributes greatly to all of the positive outcomes I’ve mentioned. If you are a student in this class, you will spar (roll) EVERY day at practice. Your skills and fortitude are put to the test at the end of every class so you better have been paying attention! Sparing with peers translates theory into real life, but more importantly it allows students to get PASSED the fear and aggression associated with fighting and replaces it with confidence and stoicism. Everyone is respectful, nobody is out to hurt each other, and after rolling with their opponent at maximum effort for 3 minutes straight, these kids just jump right up cool as a cucumber, shake hands and praise each other. It’s amazing to see.

Fantastic experience: My kids have been here for about a year and they love it. The coaches are great. It is much better than another larger franchise we tried before.

Fantastic experience: My experience at Joao’s studio has been great! I’ve been training here for 2 years and there is so much knowledge here. Joao has created an environment that encourages new joiners to ask questions and feel supported on their journey. My daughter enjoys the kids class and watching her confidence grow as she learns how to build a deeper connection with herself is amazing.

Fantastic experience: I've been training with Joao for around 4 years now and his teaching has helped me not only learn and improve my ju jitsu skills, but he has taught me how to become a better man both mentally, emotionally, and physically. I can not recommend the journey that is Joao Crus ju jitsu enough no matter the age, gender, or weight you will learn something new about yourself every session.

Fantastic experience: Joao and the other instructors really care about the physical and emotional development of the children they teach. They have created an environment that is really fun while encouraging the students to be assertive, respectful, and confident. My children love going to class and they hold their instructors in the highest esteem. The studio is kept very clean and there is a clear system and behavior expectations that allow the children to participate in the cleanliness of their space. My kids have definitely gained confidence and empowerment with Joao's classes and I would highly recommend Joao Cruz Jiu Jitsu.

Fantastic experience: Joao and his coaches are excellent. They have been so great teaching my son Jiu-Jitsu as well as life lessons on being respectful, being present, and structured.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoy training here. The coaches are great, and the community is excellent. Highly recommend if you are looking for a BJJ gym.

Fantastic experience: Joao Crus is a master of the craft. That became evident on day 1 of my training with him. However what stood out the most was his genuine and sincere passion for elevating his students on the mats... and off. I love how he takes the time to express the parallels of Jiu Jitsu... and every day life. He is a very intuitive guy and can see things in his students that they may not yet see themselves and yes it improves their skills, sometimes even in exponential ways! but even more so, their lives! He is a real sensi and it's an honor to work with him.

Fantastic experience: Coach Crus provides an excellent environment to learn jiu-jitsu, for both kids and adults. My 5 year old son takes his class and we've seen remarkable improvement in self-discipline and regulation. I also take the class for adults and I love the focus on not just the technique, but also mental health items like focus, energy, and self-respect.

Positive experience: Great training, great staff. I just started 6 weeks ago & just signed up for more.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been doing private lessons and Professor João understands your individual strengths and weaknesses to challenge and tailor your learning to your own needs and level.

Fantastic experience: Joao is a really excellent teacher, with a wealth of practical and clear advice. On top of that, the rest of the community at his gym, instructors and students alike, are some of the kindest and warmest people anybody could want to train with. Highly recommend!

Negative experience: I still have not been given the refund contractually due to me 2 years ago. Joao told me multiple times he would be giving me the refund. It is not a small amount of money, the contract says he owes me $500 because I completed the challenge, but I later verbally agreed to receive $200 back to compensate him for his time. Even though I was willing to receive $300 less back, he passed judgement on me about wanting the money back. I have been wronged by him. I would have recommended his Jiu-Jitsu training, but because of his poor ethics I cannot. I enjoyed the class but wasn't able to continue on after the challenge because I lost my job and relocated. He came at me saying I was a typical American who just wanted to take from him. Maybe they do things differently in Brazil, but if a contract states a person gets their money back after completing a challenge, even if they decide not to continue on in the class, there shouldn't be a problem with them getting their money back. It is super sad and I will continue to leave updated reviews until he becomes a man of his word and pays me back. I joined the challenge hoping to continue on in it because Joao told me he believed in respect and honor. He has shown me nothing but disrespect and dishonor since I needed to stop attending his class.

Fantastic experience: Great experiences here. We signed my son up and he loves it. It's his favorite activity so far. He's 6 and has done baseball, soccer, some gymnastics, etc. He did ok with those, but you could tell he was never super excited to go. That's not the case here. He loves going and gets upset if we have to miss a day. I love that they're teaching them how to be good humans as well as Jiu Jitsu. They are teaching things like listening and making eye contact, sportsmanship, hand shakes, cleanliness, etc. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Great place to learn brazilian jiu jitsu

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a student here since 2019. Very friendly and inviting atmosphere. Coaching is excellent and led by professor João and his cadre of higher belted instructors. Great attitudes all around. I would recommend this gym to those beginning their journey in BJJ or those with experience wishing to go further.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending classes here since August. This is a welcoming community and Joao is an excellent teacher who is patient yet strict, kind and laser focused. Highly recommend this school. The only BJJ place I know of that does strictly ladies classes twice a week (I go to both female only & mixed classes, all great!)

Fantastic experience: I couldn’t be more pleased with the positive change in drive and attitude I see in my two sons since we joined Joao’ program. He knows how to connect with kids on a higher level and his passion for his art is unmistaken thru his teachings.

Fantastic experience: Learn Brazilian jujitsu in a spacious environment, taught by an experienced instructor (and protégé of Carlos Gracie). Joao runs a tight ship with class sizes that are comparable to semi private lessons for the price of ‘general admission’. No filler or fluff. 100% legit Brazilian jujitsu. I’ve been attending Joao’s classes since 2018 and my son has been taking the kids classes the same amount of time and it’s the best thing that we’ve ever done. It’s challenging and very rewarding. You’ll notice a change in how you feel and look from day one. All you have to do is show up.

Fantastic experience: Been enjoying my time at Joao Crus Jiu-Jitsu. From the first time walking in the door I felt comfortable. I have learned a lot in the last two months. Great instruction for the visual and kinesthetic learner. The all women class is awesome and enriching . Last night I went to the coed class and experienced a great workout with another wonderful instructor. As I age I want to utilize my brain and Jiu-Jitsu is perfect with my goals of being active and learning self defense and so much more. Thank you Joao Crus.

Fantastic experience: I wanted to do jiu jitsu because I was craving a new challenge in my life. I made the right choice by joining Joao’s school because of Joao’s personal characteristics of creating a family centered atmosphere, disciplined structure, and his passion for teaching this art of self defense. These characteristics that Joao possess are implemented into his school, making it feel like I have a second home. The constant support and constructive feedback from Joao and other instructors have given me confidence in my learning of jiu jitsu, as well as increase my desire to make this a life long passion. As well, my little sister has been involved in the kids program at Joao’s school for about a few years prior to me joining the adult program, and she loves his teachings. Joao is very good with teaching kids using the tools of real world values. I am proud of my sister growing up to be a strong young woman.

Fantastic experience: Our two boys started this school recently, and can’t wait for their classes ever week. Coach Cruz teaches the children important skills like showing respect to others, paying attention and active listening, and being assertive and decisive. My family is very happy we discovered this school.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training off and on with Joao for nearly a year now. No matter how long I disappear because of work, I am welcomed back like family when I return. Training with Joao has taught me many lessons beyond jiujutsu.

Fantastic experience: Nothing but GREAT things to say about Joao and his instructors. Outstanding classes - one on one or group instruction - clean - safe and makes everyone feel welcome. Great business, Great instructors and Great friends. Thanks

Fantastic experience: My son has been going here a little under a year and we love Joao Cruz and his team. His passion and dedication to teaching my son has been the best! Joao truly cares about each of his students and we love being part of the Joao Cruz family!!

Fantastic experience: Great place to train!!

Fantastic experience: Joao Crus BJJ is a great place to come and learn JiuJitsu and improve on yourself. Joao is a great instructor and the people there are awesome. My 8 year old daughter also goes to the kids class and she loves it. She has really improved and benefited from her time in the classes. Would recommend for anyone to try it out.

Fantastic experience: My daughter recently started jiu jitsu with Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and she absolutely loves it. I love the discipline, empowerment, and life skills that she’s learning.

Fantastic experience: My 7 year old son has been going to Jiu Jitsu here for about 6 months. It has been great for his confidence and he loves it.

Negative experience: About a year ago I joined a challenge Joao was advertising that was $500 to join, and if completed would be reimbursed or put toward a membership there. I completed the challenge and did everything required but didn't end up joining because I had to relocate. Joao didn't reimburse the money. I am not the only one he has done that to. What made me want to join the challenge was a conversation I had with Joao about honor and respect. I thought he really believed in those fundamental principles. He obviously does not. He has not honored our agreement and has disrespected me and at least one other person in the same way.

Fantastic experience: Great ppl, great coaches. Highly recommend. Zero experience needed.

Fantastic experience: Perfect blend of intensity with fun...and a great workout

Fantastic experience: Joao and his team of instructors are phenomenal. Old school attention to detail and professionalism. Great atmosphere every lesson!

Fantastic experience: This is a great place to learn BJJ. As a new student I’ve found that everyone is welcoming and willing to teach me. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Joao is a great teacher. He teaches to students no only self defense, he teaches students discipline , confidence great skills for life. I recommend Joao Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a 100%

Fantastic experience: Joao’s place has been a great blessing to our family. My 12 year old son has grown so much in his physical, and emotional maturity here. After his first meet, I couldn’t help myself and had to try out classes. I have been taking private lessons for almost one year, and now jiu jitsu is a staple conversation point and interest in our home. I can’t say enough about the opportunities for growth, fun and learning here. The community at Joao’s school, both adults and kids, is one of mutual learning and help. It’s been great for our family.

Fantastic experience: Joao is an amazing instructor. He creates the perfect combination of professionalism and friendship with his students and clearly wants them to improve and give their best. Joao's classes has focus on self-defense rather than competitive jiu-jitsu and he's always making sure to empower women and promote self-love. I love learning jiu-jitsu from him and would recommend his classes to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Three of my sons trained with Joao during the elementary and part of their middle school years. It is a fantastic program! For anybody considering having their children learn a martial art, I highly recommend Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, generally, and Joao Cruz, specifically. His kids’ program is the best I’ve ever seen emphasizing individual responsibility and growth.

Fantastic experience: Outstanding class and instructor. I took the class with other adults while my son, 6 at the time, was taking the with kids. Jiu Jitsu is a fantastic way to learn discipline, work both sides of the brain and keep physically fit in a low impact way. It was also the perfect way for my son that had sensory integration disorder at the time (requires physical contact and compression to overcome---and he did!).

Fantastic experience: Joao knows more techniques and details than any other black belt I've been around. My children and I have both trained under him for over a decade combined. Jiu Jitsu has helped me and my children begin great friendships, learn more about ourselves, and stay fit! Too much fun!!!

Fantastic experience: Classes teach basic and advanced techniques. The members are good natured and want everyone to improve.

Fantastic experience: My son has attended Joao’s school since he was five years old. Joao’s training has given him the confidence and discipline to succeed in so many facets of his life. I have really appreciated the ethics and occasional tough love tactics that has taught my son to manage the difficult situations that all teens face nowadays. I truly recommend Joao’s Jiu Jitsu school for anyone who would like to get a great workout, learn self defense, or learn a new sport - thank you for all you’ve done for the community!

Fantastic experience: Joao and his team are excellent coaches. I always feel welcomed at the studio and enjoy the camaraderie with other participants and their families. If you are looking for a program that focuses on growing the mind and the body, then this is the right program for you!

Fantastic experience: A smaller studio with smaller classes than the larger clubs. You get a lot of attention and coaching from Joao regardless of belt.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Joao Crus for over 8 years. Over this time my BJJ has certainly evolved a great deal. Joao is extremely meticulous and detail oriented in how he teaches and shows how one position or submission seamlessly integrates into the next. Importantly, I’m still learning little fine details or nuances of a submission/setup that results in significant improvements in my game. I’m genuinely impressed by how Joao is able to keep such a large repository of jiu Jitsu knowledge in his head. This attention to detail extends to student safety as well as the cleanliness of his mats. In a sport where staph infection is way too common, I’ve never heard of any issues at Joao’s school. As a final note, Joao’s approach to martial arts is old school. He teaches how he learned training in Brazil with some of the legends that have come from Carlson Gracie’s school. For beginners his approach/directness may not make immediate sense. However, there’s an absolute method to his approach that reveals itself over time. My son has almost 9 years of BJJ experience under Joao. To this day, he is much better equipped to deal with the daily adversities of school as a result of the solid mental and emotional foundation that he learned from BJJ and Joao’s teachings.

Fantastic experience: I spent a few months researching different schools in the area before deciding to try Joao’s classes. I’m so happy I made the right decision! Joao’s teaching style, the care and consideration he takes when pairing students together is exactly what I was looking for, especially since I’m in my 40’s and don’t need to be injured. If you thinking about joining a school that cares about its students safety and well being on top of providing first rate instruction then this is the school for you.

Fantastic experience: Great school and coaching! Everyone is friendly and welcoming.

Fantastic experience: We have loved having our 12 year old son at Joao Crus Brazilian Ju-Jitsu. Excellent instructors who are very knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and structured. Our son is learning so much about self discipline, self defense and sportsmanship. I highly recommend this program.

Fantastic experience: Joao and his crew are fantastic. We see progress ever tournament in our 11 year old. His discipline and confidence are also way up. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been with Joao Crus BJJ for just over a year. This has been the best decision I have made since moving to Austin—Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is now a priceless part of my life. I love the culture of respect, competition, and my teammates and the experience we create together. Everyone is welcome, but be ready to put in the effort! Joao drills the concept that a woman has the right to use her hands to defend herself. This academy has changed me for the better and in that flexibility, I definitely feel more grounded as a person.

Fantastic experience: Great coaches and clean facilities. Joao is great about breaking down techniques and teaching the fundamentals.

Fantastic experience: Joao teaches the fundaments of the sport to the kids, that helps in their life to be more present to pay attention to make fast decisions in training and in matches also teaches social skills and respect to others. Take your family and try! MMD

Fantastic experience: Excelente coaches , training with discipline and respect, clean place, my 5 year old daughter loves this jiu-jitsu studio

Fantastic experience: Excellent instruction and family oriented. Our daughter has been training with Joao for over 3 years. My husband and I have been attending the adult classes for a little over two years. The whole family loves this jiu-jitsu studio.

Fantastic experience: I have signed my 8 year old daughter up for a co-ed class after doing a year of Ballet. Not sure what she learned in Ballet. Jiu-jitsu has been the best thing I've done for you. She has gained alot of confidence. I really recommend these classes for any child. Jiu-jitsu will be lessons learned that will stay with her for a long time. The teacher is very structured and lets the kids learn on their own with practice matches.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely the best decision for my son. Helped him mature, respect others and encouraged independence all while teaching him valuable lessons.

Negative experience: I’m sure this guy is good at his art. I cannot speak for adult classes, but I would not recommend this teacher for kids. His philosophy and attitude towards discipline and getting the kids to focus is great. I really agree with this aspect of his teaching. He had my kids in tears and they were still good lessons. However, I feel as though he wastes time expecting the kids to learn from mere observation, calling it ‘learning how to learn. What I’ve seen over and over is a group of kids that have no idea what’s going on. Even the kids he used to be ovserved did not know the move they were to be learning. He is not hands on. It’s just his teaching style. He wastes time not getting to the point of even describing why they are making the moves. The kids have to guess jus by observing the two example kids. Like I said it’s just his teaching style. My coach has always had us hands on each other and going through the moves with us and making adjustments immediately from student to student, describing what and why we were doing it. I imaging we could learn 3 moves before this class learned one, and we wouldn’t just be going through the motions. We would be competition ready. Great attitude, great guy, bad instruction. He could use an assistant coach to make sure all the kids were getting the move while practicing it, but I’m sure there are reasons he doesn’t have one. This class may be better for adults, but I think it’s a waste of time and money for kids if you want them to learn at a proper pace, mentally and physically.

Negative experience: Very dishonest, website states 99.00 with free uniform, but he charged us 177.00 with no uniform , classes on Monday and Wednesday, if he is closed on a Monday for holiday to bad ! You miss out !!! He was very rude on the phone !!! Thought this was about discipline, respect, honesty, well he does not practice what he preached, horrible treatment!