Our son has been a part of Crabapple Martial Arts Academy for a few years. We wholeheartedly recommend it - for youngsters and those more experienced.The leadership blends excellent instruction, positive leadership, and character-creating thoughtfulness in creating a warrior mentality in its students who are well schooled in the discipline, and understand that martial arts is a tool that (in some situations) is used to mitigate risk on the path towards life goals. Its also been a positive influence in teaching our son HOW to set goals and achieve them.If youre considering joining, do it. Dont waste your time thinking twice.

I signed my nine year old up for three free virtual trial martial arts classes. I was prompted to do so based off of an advertisement from Facebook. I thought it would be a nice way for my daughter to learn some extra discipline and get some energy out during this pandemic.Her first class is this evening but the excessive and inaccurate email confirmations/ correspondence have been a real headache and a discouragement. Theyve gotten names and dates wrong, and they send way too many messages. If they cant get emails right, Im not too sure how these virtual courses are going to go.I may change the review based off of how the trial period goes but so far their performance isnt looking too good. Not too sure Ill be giving them hundreds of dollars for substandard performance and communications.**Update**My interaction with the instructor during the first class went surprisingly well. However my daughter just wasnt interested in continuing the lessons. Yet and still, as you can discern from the owners response, their correspondences are just rude and unprofessional, and I wouldnt want to give that sort of environment any kind of energy.Thanks for the well wishes Mr.Matt, Im all about uplifting and encouraging one another, even when we dont see eye to eye and have differences. Much success to you and your team, and I mean that in all sincerity.

After signing up for trial virtual classes and a virtual conference with Renshi Matt, I absolutely love the program. All of the instructors were patient, pleasant and engaging. The lessons werent too difficult but it was a good workout. I even participated myself. The best part is, from the very first trial lesson they helped reinforce the very same values I teach my children at home. I definitely reccomend this place.

We love Crabapple Martial Arts Academy! Our son is thriving on so many levels (discipline, responsibility, leadership just to name a few). They have done a phenomenal job during the pandemic to keep everyone engaged and interested during virtual class and safe while in the dojo. They want to see our son succeed and want to partner with you. We highly recommend it!

I love this place! The instructors are so awesome they are willing to help you with anything you need. I have been wanting to try karate for about 2 years now and I am so glad I came here to train!

CMAA is a fantastic place to learn true martial arts. Instructors are highly qualified with deep experience in a well developed martial arts system with a long history. They challenge their students to excel and teach not just proper techniques and fundamentals, but core values of discipline and respect.

Both if my girls have attended Crabapple Martial Arts and both loved it! They are very professional and do a great job teaching discipline and confidence in a fun and engaging manner. I highly recommend.

I started learning martial arts here about 5 years ago, and its one of the best decisions Ive ever made. Sensei Matt and Sensei Randy are wonderful teachers, and the classes have taught me so much. Ive improved my fitness and confidence, and Ive made great friends here. Im really happy to be a part of the Crabapple Martial Arts community.

We loved Crabapple Martial Arts Academy, everyone there was so patient with my six year old daughter who is ASD. Unfortunately we had to unenroll due to some medical issues she is having. As soon as we get her feeling better we will be returning. This Dojo is awesome!

Crabapple Martial Arts has been an awesome experience for my daughter. She has become more confident and focused. She loves going to class and has a great time every time. The teachers make it fun but keep them focused as well on actually learning the skills correctly. Its a wonderful program.

This class is a very positive experience for our daughter. She is learning respect, discipline, some fantastic life skills and building on confidence each week.Excellent instructors and very positive atmosphere.

My son has been attending Crabapple Martial Arts Academy for a little over a year now. We signed him up to address behavioral issues and as an outlet for all of his energy. The staff has been amazing in working with him to help control his impulses, focus, while promoting positive self esteem. When he is there I see a change in his demeanor from crazy kid to focused pupil. On the days he struggles the instructors use positive methods to redirect and praise him when he does well. Most of all my son has fun.

Wonderful instructors providing traditional martial arts with a focus on hard work and effort. Im happy there is a school that still focuses on discipline and respect as a foundation.

We have been attending Crabapple Martial Arts for over 2 years now and have the ability to train with our kids. We have enjoyed the benefits of our training from self-discipline and self-discovery to fitness and self-defense all of which translates into a changed way of life. The owner and staff are passionate, patient, caring and skilled. We are blessed to be part of the Crabapple Martial Arts Family.

I come here for the boot camp and I love it! I also noticed that people who have kids are attending boot camp while their kids are doing karate. Eventually my daughter will be old enough for the karate classes and I can see this being incredibly convenient for us and a great time saver. I recommend this school for anyone looking to involve their kids in an extra curricular program that emphasizes discipline and respect along with adults who want to get in shape themselves. The teachers are very mindful of individual needs and I really look forward to class! Great school!

Clean facility. Instructors are super respectful of every studen . My kids have grown tremendously since joinin .

2 of my kids are current students here and we cannot speak highly enough about our experience so far. In the 5 months that we have been a part of the Crabapple Martial Arts Academy family we have already seen growth in both kids not only in their physical skills, but also in their confidence and character. We love that this dojo encourages abilities both on and off the mat, in working hard and giving your best effort, to leadership, healthy eating, reading, helping around the house and learning to see the needs of others. Its a great feeling to know that there are other adults that are pushing and encouraging my children to grow in the areas that we as their parents are also instilling at home. It really does take a village, and we are honored to be a part of this one!(picture is from my oldests first opportunity to break a board! It was so meaningful to her that she commemorated it with a drawing!)

I love the commitment this school has to continually improving. As a martial arts professional myself, its refreshing to see a school that does it all it can to have the biggest impact on its students and community. Keep up the great work work Crabapple Martial Arts Team! -Joseph Preira

Crabapple Martial Arts has been such a positive experience in the last three and a half years that my son has been going here! He has learned life lessons as well as leadership skills and of course, karate and all of its awesome benefits!! C.M.A. has definitely had a positive affect on his life!

My son went here for 2 years and learned a lot about Karate but also life lessons. They are focused on helping teach children discipline and respect. Overall I thought it was a great program.

Our family loves this dojo. Great instruction, super positive experiences from the youngest to the oldest, and a great community of students and instructors.

I must say, I am impressed with the academy Sensi Matt has put together. My two boys really enjoy going to class and are learning something new everyday. Im excited that they are exercising their bodies and their minds with each session.

My Grandson is benefitting in so many ways from the hard work and dedication of the staff at Crabapple Martial Arts. Thank you!

When u join ur kids here tey treat u and ur kids so good, ten the ppl here start shows discrimination towards kids,v r the one of the victim,Definitely not a gud place.

Renshi Matt has built a fantastic environment for martial arts training for the whole family.

My son is 6 years old and Loves Crabapple Martial Arts Academy.He has been a student for about 4-5 months.He is feeling more confident in himself since he has started this academy. He thinks Sensei Matt is awesome. I can not wait to see how my son processes in the next couple of months.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. I was in an emotionally dark place, looking for something to pull me up from where I was, and bam. Crabapple MA opened up right next to work. It was literally a blessing. Since I started almost a year ago, I have grown so much as a person. Our Senseis are some of the most amazing instructors, and truly care about your progress, not only in class but in your daily life. Every student is there to learn and have fun, and we all mesh so well. I look forward to going to class every day that I can. Its tough, but it pushes us to go farther and be confident that we can succeed if we put our mind to it. I would recommend this school to anyone who wants their lives to be changed for the better!!!

My 14-year-old daughter has been taking classes at Crabapple Martial Arts Academy for about 4 months and she absolutely LOVES it. She comes home from class excited to show us locks and all the other things she has learned. I personally have taken a Womens Self Defense class there from Sensei Matt - hes an awesome instructor! Highly recommend this place!

Sensei Matt is an excellent teacher who connects with children and adults alike, consistently encouraging his students to succeed both on and off the mat. I highly recommend this school and its great new location!

Do not waste your money. You are better off learning from YouTube. Stay away.

Matt White and his staff at Crabapple Martial Arts have an exceptional program. Well worth the investment of time and effort.

Place is great. Staff is super friendly, and extremely focused on how to best help the students. You get very personalized attention - something I found missing in other martial arts schools. Im impressed with Sensei Matts method of teaching the kids. They learn that fun, manners, and respect can go together. My son has a blast and cannot wait to go. He has dramatically improved self-control, focus, and a can do attitude. Not only that but kids actually have to earn (rather than pay $) their belts. Really - my son (9) told me that at his old Dojo he knew he’d just get his belt…..at this Dojo he has to work to get it. Big deal in teaching kids you have to work for things, they just don’t come to you. Oh, BTW he is proud of having to earn it (greatly improved self esteem). Love the place. Highly recommended.

I have been training here for 8 going on 9 months. My family members have noticed a dramatic change in my discipline and confidence. The things I have learned from the Senseis is truly amazing. I complete enjoy going and interacting with everyone there. When I show up early I get to see the kids practice and I have even noticed them becoming better at what they are trying to do and better children all around. This place is wonderful, with great teachers who take the time to address your issues with a technique and strive to help you fix these issues. I have personally recommended friends to this establishment and I completely recommend it for anyone who wants to try something new, better themselves mentally and pyshically, or wants to do something that they thought they couldnt. Truly a great place. I thank them for everything theyve shown me so far and look forward to more challenges

Sensei Matt has been working with me and my kids for several years now. He is truly amazing. He has the ability to reach everyone where they are, physically, mentally, and emotionally, and help us move beyond our status quo to achieve things we never dreamed we could do. He is patient but firm, and will not take “no” or “can’t” for answers. He accepts “I’ll try” and applauds the effort, always continuing to encourage constant forward progress to get his students to the next level. His own cross discipline training adds a depth of knowledge to his instruction that puts things in proper perspective, helping us to see the practical applications of what we’re learning. I highly recommend Sensei Matt White and Crabapple Martial Arts, to anyone wishing to begin, or continue their journey in the martial arts.

Renshi Matt and Sensei Randy are so great with both of my kids (who are two very different little people 😀). I would highly recommend this academy to anyone looking at getting involved with karate. We had no experience with martial arts going in almost a year ago. We are extremely pleased with CMAA.

The adult Karate and Jiu JItsu classes are extremely fun and informative. Every class I am learning or trying something new, and Sensei Matt does an excellent job breaking things down so you can really understand what you are doing and why. After only a few weeks I noticed improvement in not only my abilities, but in my confidence as well!

If you want to pay your way to get a black belt before your kid turns 10... if you like your kid try everything for 2 months and get a trophy off every single one of them... if you want to wrap your kid in everything you do is the best and no one can say anything else to you bubble, then this place may not be for you.Otherwise, this is a great place! You got great sensei with great skill and great attention to how the students are learning. You are not just learning how to chop a board but the very fundamentals of why youd learn it yet never eager to use it. You improves... nobodys perfect... and sensei iterates with you.Ive brought my kids to other martial art place nearby and some of them Id call them a joke. Here sensei Matt actually keeps an eye on your kid AFTER they walked out of the door and crossing the road; that shows how much he cares for his students not just the tuition fee.

Ive been training here for almost 2 months now in the Adult Jiu-Jitsu program. I was taking Brazilian JJ before, and I must say the lessons here will make one a much more complete fighter. The facility is clean and safe, and the instructors are pros. Its a friendly, respectful environment. Ive also watched them work with the kids before my class starts. Really impressed with the natural teaching ability of Senseis Matt and Randy for the little warriors.

My son loves it and is learning discipline, so I love it too!

I have tried to expose my son, who has special needs, to many sports but he has always left them feeling poorly about himself because of his inability to keep up with his peers. Sometimes this has also resulted in behavior problems while trying to participate in a sport. Sensei Matt worked with me before my son ever entered the dojo to understand my childs situation and to prepare for my sons first experiences with karate. Sensei Matt will work with my son privately as well as in the group setting depending on my sons current situation. He is consistent with his high expectations for my son and holds him accountable for his actions in a fair and respectful way while also being fun and approachable. My son ends every session with a Sensei hug and clearly loves and appreciates his teacher. That said, my son has been very challenged in the dojo both physically and emotionally...in all the best ways. If I could duplicate this at home 24/7 my son would be in a very good place. I do my best and watch Sensei Matt during his classes and try to take away tips for home. When my son eventually earns promotions he will have so much pride because it will represent his hard work.

Ive been training under Sensei White and Sensei Neese for 2 years, having trained along side them in the past. Ive had the good fortune to watch Sensei White grow from a shodan black belt in karate and jiusitsu into a great teacher who fully embodies what the martial arts are all about. He is a martial SCIENTIST, willing to continually learn and grow his own bushido spirit. He LOVES his kids and teaches them to work hard, helping them build and understand the value of discipline, awareness, control, respect and focus while they are on the mat. He is considerate of each and every student based upon the level of work the put in as well as their own strengths and limitations. A karate or jiujitsu belt earned at Crabapple Martial Arts is just that, EARNED, providing the student with self-confidence in their abilities and their potential. It really does prepare kids (and adults, too!) for real life.

Sensei Matt has been teaching my family for over five years. Both my wife (who has worked very hard to earn her black belt) and my children have benefited immensely from Sensei Matts teaching over the years. This is not a belt mill. In this discipline, you will not be promoted just for attending, you will work and earn your belts. It will be a challenge that will contribute to your or your childs confidence, self-esteem and ability to defend his or herself should the need arise. Sensei Matts ability to incorporate discipline, skill and fun for them is invaluable. For my family, the Martial Arts (and Okinawan Shuri-Ryu in particular) is more than just an activity. It is a way of life, combining physical skills, honor, integrity and loyalty that contribute to the overall growth of the individual. I would recommend Sensei Matt and his school, Crabapple Martial Arts, to any parent or adult that would like to bring more of these qualities to their or their childrens lives.

Excellent new facility teaching traditional Japanese Karate and Jiu Jitsu. Sensei Matt is dedicated student and teacher in each of these arts. He is an individual of high character and is a good role model for his students. Sensei Matt is an outstanding teacher of children and adapts his style to meet individual needs. He teaches correct form and application for both martial effectiveness and injury reduction.

Top notch training academy! Highly recommended!

FYI $500 to get in the door and then $300 a month. They use the hard sell like they are pitching time shares.

This dojo meets all of my expectations!

Incredibly horrible. Go anywhere else.

Avoid this place like the plague.