Reviews

My son & daughter have both been going Premier Martial Arts McAllen for over 4 years & along the way mom & myself have started attending as well. Other than being a core memory experience as a family, it has been a pivotal part of our kids growth over the years. Seeing the self-confidence, perseverance, respect & the fun ninja stuff the kiddos do has been amazing.

We love Premier Martial Arts West Town! My daughter has been training for six years and the change in her has been amazing. She's gone from a timid little girl to a confident young woman. I feel better knowing that she can confidently defend herself with the skills she's learned if she ever found herself in a dangerous situation. We have had some amazing instructors over the years, most recently Mr. Xander for the past 2.5 years. We have literally watched him grow up on the mat, as he was a leadership student when my daughter first started. He has become an excellent instructor and has dedicated his life to teaching martial arts. He's the perfect mix of fun and discipline on the mat and Premier is lucky to have him!

My daughter has been attending Premier Martial Arts for the past couple of years. This team of instructors are not just there to teach martial arts but we're they excel is being a role model and a family to many. Very welcoming not only to the little ninjas but to the family as well.

Great place! Highly recommend this location. Xander has been great making this a worthwhile experience and a good constant. Expectations are realistic and goals are set from the get-go. This location cares about results and creating a Premier Martial Arts community.

By far one of the best karate studios ever!

My boys LOVE Premier Martial Arts!!

We have been members of Premier Martial Arts for several years. Most of our family has reached black belts. We have enjoyed our time with PMA and it has helped us all stay active and in shape over the years.

My 7 year old goes to Karate here twice a week. His instructors are his favorite part of the program. They keep a friendly and educational environment while making discipline and kindness a first priority. Don't hesitate to send your kids here, or even attend as an adult!

Great experience! We love all the instructors. They truly care about the children.

PMA of Okemos is amazing. Our son and daughter joined at 5 and 4. Over the last 2 year they have grown immensely with the help and mentorship of the sensei's, both kiddos have built focus, self control, body awareness and accountability. There is a team approach to learning which incorporated areas beyond martial arts. I would recommend PMA for anyone looking to improve themselves or their younger ones.

Best!!!!!!

Amazing studio!!!

He was very good working with my daughter in class.

My son has been going to this studio for 2 years. He always goes to training with pleasure. These trainings give him strength and self-confidence. All teachers have a wonderful attitude towards children. I also have a younger son growing up and I will definitely take him to this studio. I recommend this studio 100%

Master Parker and Master Talon are amazing instructors. How they're able to keep the groups of kids focused, motivated and also provide the individual touch needed is really amazing. Our son looks forward to his bi-weekly classes more than almost anything else, and with the things he's learning there I couldn't be happier that that is the case.

We love PMA! My kids have learned to be excellent role models. I have seen my kids thrive. The employees are excellent; when you join PMA, you join a family.

This location has the best instructors! They are motivated to give the best! Kids love it!

Sensai Craig, Sensai Mike and Sensai Tyler are great. The kids learn while having fun.

In June it will be 3 years for Hunter and the difference it has made in his day to day life is AMAZING!

Our son joined in September and we have had the most amazing experience! The sensai's are the perfect mixture of understanding, teamwork, encouragement and holding the kids accountable. I have seen such an improvement in my sons grades, attitude and willingness to trust himself. Thank you!

Nick has been a pleasure to work with. Very intelligent and dedicated to his work. I have worked with him since he started the business and will continue for the foreseeable future. he tailors education and instruction to each client. He has a team of staff that is just as passionate as him about training. Worth every penny!!

I take time to post reviews until I am fully satisfied. My little one has been enrolled for little close to 3 years now and has been doing well in terms of self confidence and getting rid of shyness. All of the Sensai’s are great but my special shoutout to Sensai Erik for his incredible patience, dedication, love that he showers on kids. My little one never says no or shows lack of interest when he has his twice a week classes and that to me tells the affection he has towards his Sensai and the school. Keep up the good work!

"Very skillful and inspiring instructors in all-around training methods. Inspiring in discipline, positive behavior, and leading by example." Highly recommend 👌

My little boy has been with PMA for going on 6 months. I highly recommend their facility. The instructors are kind and patient with the children. I definitely see an improvement in structure in my son.

Great positive environment that pushes kids to work hard and have fun! Hit the mat or take some jabs with these great coaches.

Great place to get kids used to self defense! They teach kids with care and my son looks forward to his weekly classes!

Best karate studio hands down! My son and I have both been taking classes here for the past 3 years and love it! Sensei Craig and Sensei Mike are wonderful instructors. The kids have so much fun in class while learning important life skills. My son has learned so much from them. It’s been wonderful to watch how much his confidence has grown. They also offer adult classes in self defense and kickboxing. I love the atmosphere of camaraderie in class. The skills I’ve learned have left me feeling strong and confident and it’s been wonderful stress relief. Highly recommend. My son had his birthday party there a few years ago as well and it was one of the best parties he’s had. The kids loved it. And you get to cut your cake with a real samurai sword! If you are considering starting karate either for yourself or your child Premier Martial Arts is the best choice you can make!

Before my daughter joined, she struggled with self esteem issues and wanted to be alone. After some time, I quickly saw a change in her behavior and her confidence. Premier Martial Arts has not only helped her personal life but her work ethic.

Tonight was the adult class. 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm ( Monday & Wednesday nights) My son has been attending Premier Martial Arts for over 3 years now and has his black belt. He loves it. They learn about hand to hand combat. To always be on guard and protect themselves in any situation that may arise. They provide other classes for all different range of ages.

Instructor Josh is so patient with the kids. My son loves going here. It's fun to watch the kids in class gain so much confidence in themselves and their skills. We highly recommend trying a class.

My child attends classes here, and we absolutely love it, the sensei’s are great, very good with the kids. They are funny, friendly and supportive.

Our son has grown so much in almost a full first year of martial arts. He loves his class and the skills he's learning. He has learned self-regulation and focus and those abilities are carrying over to school and home. He recently was named student of the month at his elementary school when we had a history of principal visits in the past. He loves going to class and the encouragement he gets from his instructors and is so proud with each hard earned belt. The instructors have figured out what makes him motivated and encourage him past what he even thinks he can do and share in the victories when he does. Very positive and encouraging martial arts studio and we are glad to be a PMA family.

We hosted a birthday party here last weekend and it was fantastic! Parker lined up a great set of games for the kids and diligently kept everyone engaged. The kids had a blast! We received so many compliments from both kids and parents. Our son even got to cut his cake with a samurai sword! Highly recommend!

This place is great.my 11 year old has been going to this karate studio for 4 years. In November he achieved his black belt. He has two classes a week and really enjoys attending the dojo. They work hard and have some fun at the same time. As a parent I feel my son is getting a great education in marshal arts for a reasonable price.

Premier MMA is a fantastic martial arts studio! I have four kids of different ages enrolled and I’m beyond impressed with the instructors’ ability to engage and challenge each one. They’ve gained confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills in a fun, supportive environment. Highly recommend!

Excellent martial arts school, the instructors are good and very dedicated to the children.

Me encantaría conocer este lugar u que mi hijo aprenda a tener seguridad en sí mismo ,

Mis bebés aman estar aquí. Son felices y han aprendido mucho. Los instructors son excelentes.

Very kids-friendly and fun. Very professional and polite. My kid loved it.

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Update: one of my kids completed blacbelt and still want to continue for next level ...excellent place for kids to learn discipline and focus...5 star ! Excellent place. My kids always look forward to attend these classes. They even practice karate moves at home so we ended up buying them small punching bag. Thank you for developing so much discipline, focus and self control to my kids and I would love to see them reaching the black belt.

We've been coming here for a couple of years, and our 6-year-old son has shown incredible growth both mentally and physically. The staff is amazing, and we look forward to many more years ahead!

My son it’s been assisting for the past few weeks and so far he really enjoys coming here & also very friendly with kids. Highly recommend !

This place has a great staff and great facility. Our 5 year old loves going every week to run drills and learn technique.

Great place to take your kid and very professional

The staff is very welcoming and AMAZING 👏! I love the positive environment and the values they are teaching the students. We love this place. I highly recommend this place!

My grandson has been attending PMA classes for over 6 months now and absolutely loves coming! I find myself smiling and watching intensely as well! The love of teaching is very apparent with Master Parker. He is always keeping it creative, challenging and fun while instilling respect, confidence, and responsibility to his students! Watching the young people gives me great hope for our future. I highly recommend these classes!

Premier Martial Arts has always been a great learning experience for my son. He’s grown so much in the amount of time he has been there. All 3 sensei’s are amazing and really teach the kids how to properly execute the moves their teaching. Recommend 10/10.

My sons have been with Premier Martial Arts since the start-up, and I can say the progress has immense! They really tailor to your children’s needs along with the parents. IMr.Nick is great at providing affordable flexible payment schedules including amazing siblings discounts to make monthly membership hassle-free.The instructors, Ms.Ally and Mr.Kamal are also incredible and patient with a tough-love approach. With team effort, giving your kiddos a welcoming disciplined environment that is also fun and rigorous! I definitely recommend.

Our daughter has been attending Premier Martial Arts for a little over a year now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She’s enrolled in the Black Belt Program, which comes with an additional fee but is absolutely worth it. The program includes extended class times and weapons training, offering a more comprehensive martial arts education. She goes twice a week and looks forward to every class. What really stands out is how the instructors, particularly the head coach, take their roles seriously. They hold the kids accountable for their effort and behavior, both in class and at home. This has brought a noticeable level of discipline and respect into our household. Without any prompting from me, my daughter has started calling me “sir,” which is something I never expected but deeply appreciate. As someone who took martial arts as a child, I know firsthand the positive impact it can have. Premier Martial Arts provides a healthy outlet for burning off steam while instilling values like respect, focus, and perseverance. I highly recommend this program for any parent looking to help their child grow in a structured, positive environment.

Although there were some challenges early on with the changes and transitions, I’m pleased to say that the staff has really worked hard to address those issues and improve the overall experience. My son has been with the school since it first opened, and over time, I've seen a noticeable improvement not only in his technical skills in martial arts but also in his confidence, discipline, and respect. The instructors are dedicated, caring, and committed to providing an environment where kids can thrive—both on and off the mat. I’m really grateful for the positive impact this school has had on him, and it’s been amazing to watch him advance in ways I hadn't expected. The improvements are clear, and I am very happy with the direction the school is headed. It’s reassuring to know that he is in such capable hands.

They are very professional, friendly with children. My daughter is happy to come back every time.

Very good dojo for kids and adults. They make it fun but also intense enough to ensure growth in skills and fitness. Both my kids love it.

My son has been at Premier HV for a little over a year and hands down the best most amazing instructor has been Ms Kennedy. She is one of the hardest workers I’ve seen, and still has the time and energy to keep the kids pumped from the start of class to the very end. She is incredibly talented and dependable. I don’t know what they pay her but doubling it still wouldn’t be enough in how much she devotes herself to her trade and these kids. I would highly recommend her school to anyone!

My son has been going here for 3 months now and we LOVE it here! Mr. Parker and Master Talon are just really incredible instructors, they learnmartial arts skills and life lessons and they have SOOOO much fun! My son only wanted to ever play Minecraft, now he LOVES karate and looks forward to all the classes and activities. This is a truly special place 🙂 Plus, I love the music haha

My son has been going to PMA for 3 years now and is enrolled in the black belt program. He absolutely loves going and still looks forward to every class. Sensei Craig is one of a kind and is fantastic with the children. He is very connected to his inner child which allows him to connect with the children so well. He is energetic, kind, fun and at the same time maintains discipline in the class, and teaches the children valuable life skills to become black belt leaders. I very much enjoy watching the classes and usually get some giggles out of Sensei Craig’s fun and humorous way of teaching the children. On the business end Sensei Mike does a wonderful job at welcoming new students and doing their first introductory lesson. He keeps the parents well informed on all events and always returns my emails with questions and concerns. Besides the 2 day classes they always have other events like water gun wars in the summer, parents night with movies and pizza, and bring a friend days. The graduations are also very well organized and put together. After 3 yrs of attending PMA I cannot think of one complaint. They genuinely care about each and very student that attends. Highly recommend PMA Swampscott! 🥋🙌🏻

Nice facility.Amazing teachers

The studio is excellent; the instructors are exceptional and consistently motivate their students. My son has attended for a year and thrives in the supportive environment, where effort is celebrated and children are encouraged to strive for their best. I recently participated in an adult class and found it highly beneficial; I eagerly anticipate my next session. PMA is outstanding.

I’m a student myself and I’ve learned a lot from them the instructors are the best

This is one the best decision I have made by enrolling my grandson in this martial arts program. My grandson truly enjoy learning martial arts skills and techniques. They are very professional and I love how Mischell teach her students discipline and respect towards their elders as well their peers. They truly work with you!! They truly teach their students excellent skills. I encourage you to try this program out, excellent staff!!!

Craig is a wizard!! Love this place!!

Absolutely awesome martial arts business!

Great folks to learn Martial Arts from. Tommy and Brandi and their team are great, hands-on, locals who make everyone feel welcome, and love what they do. I've started my second year and not only do you learn a lot, it's great exercise!

very good dojo, they help young people develop discipline, strength, respect and empathy for others,

My son been coming here for the last couple years and he love it here. Everyday he is asking “do I have martial arts today?” We also love it as parents, because we can see the difference in ours son. In a good way. I highly recommend putting your children here. The staffs are amazing, they are so good with kids.

My son has had such an improvement since going here with discipline and learning techniques.He’s been going since he’s 3 years old and he is now 5. He loves it! Amazing staff too 🥰

PMA okemos is AMAZING! I can't speak highly enough of them. The senseis are awesome. First with kindness but also discipline. Most down to earth people who treat your family like family. 10/10 recommend. One of the great things about them if you're unsure about joining, is they allow you to try before you commit. Absolutely the best MMA around.

We visited today and I was very excited to continue here. As a mother of 2 black belts this program impressed me.

Good martial arts

Great place for all ages and skill levels!

I can't speak highly enough about Premier Martial Arts! The coaches are absolutely incredible—knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to each student's growth. They've provided my boys with not only physical strength but also invaluable lessons in discipline and structure. Over the past year, I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in their confidence and focus. My boys absolutely love the program, and it's clear that the coaches genuinely care about helping them succeed. It's been such a positive experience for our family, and we’re grateful for the strong foundation Premier Martial Arts has given them. Highly recommend!

Great experience for my 5 year old son and 3 year old daughter. Great staff and instructors. They are signed up for 6 month program!

Mr. Brown is a great instructor and very knowledgeable. Welcoming and non intimidating atmosphere to learn in.

Our daughters (11 & 9) have been attending PMA Plantation for a little over a year and we couldn’t be happier by our decision to choose PMA. We had checked out a couple other martial arts studios in the area prior to PMA but as soon as we walked in we knew PMA was different. Our girls were nervous and intimidated their first intro class but the instructors were so awesome about going at our girls pace and making them feel comfortable and welcome. Our daughters have flourished in so many ways, even outside of martial arts. Particularly for them, their confidence & empathy. The girls have had the privilege of being instructed by Mr. Neves, Mr. Garcia and Mr. Guerrero. They are awesome instructors and people. They truly care about the students and their progress. And they’re great about giving corrections and critiques in a constructive, positive way. The training is not only instructional but also fun. The training they receive is not just self defense and technique but also life lessons. They’re tasked with “homework” related to self discipline, team work, etc. Belt testing is signed off by parents and their teacher. That way the students are held accountable for their eligibility to test for their next belt. I can’t say enough about how happy we are to have found PMA but here are a few more: -class times and days work for many different schedules -very much a community feeling. lots of events/ activities to attend/participate in -Parents Night Out (it’s a Friday night, there’s a theme, parents drop off the kiddos for a few hours of play & fun) -adult classes available for parents and older siblings -studio is always clean

We love the program at Premier Martial Arts! The instructors and owner are professional, fun, and personable. I highly recommend this establishment for both adults and children interested in getting involved in martial arts!

My last review accidentally deleted, but here is another one. I started at PMA at the persistence of an instructor-friend, but I came to enjoy the community of it. PMA is more than just, kicking, hitting and striking, but forming as to be a fighter of something not of this world, but to kick out the demons of the world- to display fruits of the spirit on and off the mat. To understand what it truly means to wear the belt of truth- to take up the cross and deny yourself. Come to PMA and never be the same again. The sad thing is I see the company stand for Christian truths, but as of late this company needs prayer for the instructors to be true believers- not to be mean, but to have time with Jesus- daily even when life is easy. The saddest part of this company is that the one who strongly encouraged me to take classes. Doesn’t even believe in helping me in martial arts or just being a brother in Christ. I’m

The instructors are outstanding, and the children gain tremendous benefits, including increased self-confidence, respect, and strong moral values. If you’re looking for a high-quality martial arts school, this is the place to be. It’s perfect for all ages!

They care a lot about their students and put a of of effort into making them better at martial arts and even teaching valuable life lessons.

We love PMA! Instructor Austin is the best at what he does and David and all staff care about the outcome of all students. no just a number.

We love PMA! I tried several karate programs in Knoxville to no avail, till we tried West Town Premier Martial Arts. My son needed focus and discipline as our wishes for his training. Mr. Xander and Mr. Casey exceeded those wishes along with Ms. Hayley who recently started instructing. Helping him to learn social skills, respect, weapon skills, and fundamental martial arts ability. They are amazing with children and recommend for anyone interested!!!

My son started at the beginning of summer and is a totally different kid. I couldn’t thank Mr. Caleb and Mr. KC enough for helping him learn discipline and to work hard. They encourage their students to do their best and not give up! The amount of positivity I see with the instructors is amazing. My son looks up to them so much!

We love PMA!! Mister Xander is amazing with every age group! My son has been going for 3.5 years and has gained so much confidence and has made life long friends (so have I with some of the PMA moms)!