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Super T Karate Inc.
4981 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, United States
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Ro
Review №1

My son has been attending here for almost 2 years and we love it. Before Super T my son was having some serious anger issues, had low self esteem and was struggling in school. We searched professional help and Karate was recommended. We searched many different places and found Super T to be the best option for our family. After a month of my son starting Karate his anger, self esteem and school grades all improved. We can’t imagine not having Karate in my son’s life and has become a lifetime investment. The staff is amazing, patient with the kids, hard working individuals and always joking with the kids. Super T Karate teaches important life lessons and practices what they teach (integrity, self-control, respect, honesty, and trust). We are blessed to be apart of Super T Karate.

Ni
Review №2

I have been attending Super T Karate for a few years now and also signed my special needs son in classes a couple years ago. The staff is fantastic with students of all ages and work to help those students with special needs without making the student fell different from the rest of the class. Super T Karate has become one of the most influential places in my life and I plan on staying and giving back to the school for everything my son and I have been given as students.

Ni
Review №3

Ive really enjoyed training at Super T for the last year. Its a great martial arts school for kids and adults. A great program for fitness and self-defense!

Ma
Review №4

We have nothing but good things to say about Super T and their staff. Our son has some mental/emotional health issues along with trouble coping with the death of his biological father. The staff has done an amazing job helping him learn the value of discipline and dedication along with helping him with self confidence and anger management.

Na
Review №5

My youngest son & I have been going to Super T Karate for almost a year now. Master Terry is an excellent sensei! Very knowledgeable. We enjoy each and every class. The skills we’ve learned so far are immeasurable! I sincerely recommend Super T Karate. Thank you Master Terry!

Re
Review №6

My son started at SuperT as a young teen, now hes a black belt. The change in him over the years of training has been dramatic. He has increased in confidence, and is a formidable force, yet has the discipline and self-control to match his skill. Fabulous DoJo. Great instruction from true experts who take each students progress seriously.

Xx
Review №7

Super T is a scam. At every turn they will be asking for more money. They wont allow you to use any gear that you didnt buy from them at nearly double cost. They push kids through levels so they can ask for more money. The head sense had my 5yr old kid in his office alone with the door shut-saying he was testing him-bit it was highly inappropriate. They also make you sign a contract right away so even if its not for you, your held in a contract! There. All. About. $$.

Bl
Review №8

Master Terry is very professional and personable with all students. He is friendly with the kids and my son loves him.-HP

St
Review №9

The owner does very well keeping the attention of many energetic kids. The kids have fun while learning to defend themselves and burning off some energy in a healthy manner.

ro
Review №10

Super t karate is outstanding...master terry is great with kids, very patient and encouraging..all the senseis are very personable and great with kids of all ages.

Me
Review №11

We have 8 kids and are oldest got his black belt 22 years ago and now are two younest are taking karate. We love super t karte it is more then just karate. He teaches them repect, honesty, confidence, focus . My adhd kid can sit still in class never tought i would see that.

Ja
Review №12

My 5 year old daughter and 7 year old son started around 4 months ago. I could instantly see a difference in there behavior. My kids found something they like to learn and needed more. The instructors make it very fun for the kids. They go out of there way to set the kids up for success. My kids are more confident than ever. They work together at home more. Also I like the idea that they will be able to handle themselves. Both physically from the training, and mentally from how much the instructors Explain and go one on one with the kids to make sure it’s understood. I would recommend super T karate to anyone...TAAA!

Tr
Review №13

I started my daughter Maddie on the six week trial just to see how she liked it.After 2 weeks I signed her up for membership. If she had her way shed go every day. She loves it. And I love how good it is for her. They are great with kids!!Thank you Sensei Terry

Ti
Review №14

My daughter has been a student at Super T Karate for a little under a year now and I can honestly say it has helped her in many ways! The instructors are amazing and really care about the kids succeeding, not only in karate but in life as well. I really enjoy the mat talks that Master Terry does with the kids.

Al
Review №15

Super T Karate had been a great experience for my daughter. She has gained a lot of confidence, self discipline, and respect for others - on top of learning martial art skills. Not only has my daughter used these skills to defend herself from bulling behavior at school, but she has applied Terry’s lessons to other home and school routines. We have found that the financial commitment is well worth the benefit! Thanks to Master Terry and the rest of the staff!

Ad
Review №16

Super T has been an absolutely wonderful experience for my child. Master Terry has an amazing ability to not only create champions- but cater to all ages and demographics by providing a great program for learning. It’s not only fun- but extremely effective. We’re going all the way....this is A BLACK BELT SCHOOL.

Li
Review №17

So glad my grandson is involved in this program. Master Terry does wonders with the kids and really increases their self-confidence. The skills and self discipline he’s learning has been a great experience, not to mention a terrific way to get those wiggles out through solid exercise!

Je
Review №18

I highly recommend Super T Karate. My son has been a member here for over 3 years now. He started when he was just 4. Its been so rewarding to watch him grow and mature. The confidence he has gained in himself and the focus and determination along with pride in his work is priceless. Master Terry and all the Senseis are excellent with the kids and make you feel like a part of the karate family.

He
Review №19

Update: Owner called back and did everything in his power to try to make things right. I am sure if this worked in our schedule, would be a great facility. We are just too far away and too busy.Very hard place to work with. I was hounded with calls, emails and texts asking if I had any questions. When I asked questions, the response was to go to website. I asked for earlier classes and also asked for the orientation to be at same time as first class. We are coming from Cedar Springs, easily a 45 minute drive. When we get there, find out what I asked had been completely disregarded and was there for 5 minute orientation and asked to come back later that night.

Ma
Review №20

Our girls have been attending for a few years.. class at Super T has been a great benefit to their fitness, confidence, and focus. After watching all the benefits they have enjoyed, Ive recently joined as well. Great instruction. Kid Friendly. Solid values. Highly recommended!

St
Review №21

I have studied martial arts for over 35 years and worked with the best of the best oil a multitude of styles. Master Terry Gay is the real deal. He has the experience, the skills and perhaps most important, the character and sincere drive of a Master. His highest goal is to bring the best to you. I highly recommend you go see him.

Br
Review №22

My 4 year old son has matured and developed immensely during the few months that we have been attending classes. I honestly can’t believe how well-behaved he is during class. The instructors are patient and supportive. We will keep my son in classes for years to come!

Ta
Review №23

Super T Karate is the best thing we could have ever done with our kids. My children have grown in so many areas in their development because of what has been taught at this school. They have used many of the techniques taught in class and have carried them over to many other areas such as school, home and sports. I highly recommend Super T Karate. My son who is now 13 started at 5 years of age. Since then my daughter and husband have joined. Its great to have the feeling of a family away from home.

Da
Review №24

Ive been a student for more than 10 years. The classes are challenging and the curriculum changes often so I am never bored. Master Terry keeps me motivated and interested. In addition to learning martial arts and self defense, I feel great! I also think that his young students benefit in so many ways. Super T Karate is a great school!

Do
Review №25

My girls have only been doing karate at Super T for around 7 months and the increase in confidence has been amazing. Terry not only wants to see them succeed but he also cares! I would recommend to anyone!

Pa
Review №26

Excellent martial arts program. We were not sure if 4.5 years old was too young to start karate, but a couple of years later our child is still in the program, making progress and loving it. The instruction time is great and the facilities are beautiful. We definitely recommend this karate school to everyone.

Dr
Review №27

My son Jack started at super t right after his 5th birthday. The senseis did amazing with the younger kids! They were able to keep the focus and teach the group (with some 1 on 1 with the kids that need it) and kept it fun. They do a great job of rewarding the kids after a great class with electrical tape stripes on their belt. My son has grown to LOVE this form of positive reinforcement and gets SO excited when he gets a stripe! In the almost 10 months hes been doing karate he is on his 3rd belt. This investment is totally worth the confidence it has helped create in my son along with a fun bi-weekly hobby he enjoys.

Jo
Review №28

We are new to martial arts; our son is in his second month of classes at Super T. Master Terry and the leadership team are effective teachers, patiently providing hands-on instruction while instilling respect and confidence in the students. We love the program for our son, and how it provides both physical training and mental training. And he loves the program for the fun, skills and motivation to work hard.

Jo
Review №29

Impossible to leave. Plan on paying a lot more than expected.First off, I should have been suspicious since theres no prices listed on his website and when I originally asked about them, he was evasive. Hell tempt you with whatever special hes shilling at the moment.My son attended for the duration of the school year but was scheduled to be out of town all summer, so we told Terry wed like to stop payments while he was gone. We were told that they usually dont do that and hed give private lessons when my son returned.With the other activities on his schedule, my son doesnt have time for additional lessons, nor is their anything holding Terry to his promise of said lessons. A week after our original conversation, I sent him an email asking not to charge us for the months of July or August and my son would be back in class in September. He said he wouldnt charge us for July.Sure enough, theres a charge on my card in August. I email him about it and waited 24 hours with no response. At that point, I told him I was withdrawing my son from his lessons. Less than 20 minutes later he replies with, ... no freeze options in the membership you guys where ok with that. That is an outright lie. If he had told me that in May I would have cancelled on the spot.An hour later I mailed him his required, certified letter to cancel our contract.Now, in September, theres another charge on my card.So far, Ive been charged for 2 months of unused services, along with June, where my son only attended for 2-3 lessons before leaving town for the summer. This is all on top of the 2-3 weeks per year he closes for holidays (and youre still charged for the full months) and the belt testing days which cost additional but are held on what would be regular lesson days.P.S. I dont recommend signing up, but if you do, you may as well add them to your spam filter. On average, I get 4-5 emails a week from them (sometimes 2 a day). With maybe one exception, theyre all trying to sell you something.

An
Review №30

Super T Karate is a second home to my entire family. My husband, two daughters and myself have all been students for the past 2.5 years. We have grown physically, emotionally and mentally thanks to our training. I highly recommend Super T for anyone, young or old, because if you let it, it will transform you.

Je
Review №31

Super T Karate is an awesome Karate school. My son just got his junior belt bely in Karate their. Master Terry and his Senseis in my opinion are the best in the business. It has done my son wonders and I would definitely recommend this school to anyone wanting to learn self defense.

Bu
Review №32

Have only been training here for a couple months, but I really enjoy it. I wanted to get exercise but also find a real world useful Martial Art. Krav Maga is the real deal that can be used in real life situations. Classes are fun, I get a great workout in and Im learning how to defend myself.Master Terry is Super!

Fr
Review №33

Super T Karate has provided an outlet for my kids energy, while at the same time instilling discipline, commitment, respect, and skills to build confidence and common sense awareness of self-defense.

AA
Review №34

Best karate school around!!!World champion instructorExcellent with kids and adults alikeFun class great for conditioning self defense flexibility self confidenceWe attend as a familyIf you are looking for an amazing place to train and develop come check us out!!!!

Ca
Review №35

My daughter has been attending Super T Karate for the past 3 years. The confidence, focus, and fitness taught in the school go well beyond the Dojo walls and help in everyday life. It is easily the best Karate school in the Grand Rapids area.

Je
Review №36

SKETCHY. SKETCHY. SKETCHY!Signed my son up this summer to take some karate classes. When I signed up, I explained that I would not be able to bring my son after a certain time because of other obligations. Terry said no problem and said that I needed to hand him (Terry) a letter with my cancellation 90 DAYS prior to my desired end date and it was EASY to cancel. That was fine because it fit in the time that I had and my son seemed to be enjoying the class. I went home and a few days later, sent him an email saying that 90 days from then I would be withdrawing my son from class. Did not get a response. So, I wrote a letter and took it to the next class. I handed him a letter with my cancellation, he didnt even look at it and said that I needed to send it to him (Terry) via Certified Mail. Since when was certified mail EASY? He went in the back and got out the contract that I signed. I do NOT remember reading anything about Certified Mail. It was strange that he went into the back and came out within seconds holding a copy of my contract.My son enjoyed classes for the next few weeks and finally no other kids were in his class. My son lost motivation to go to class. I tried to talk him into going back but didnt want to. This is fine because I had other obligations come up and it just wasnt a priority for our family.I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone. 90 day cancellation through certified mail is absolutely ridiculous.

Re
Review №37

I will forever be grateful for Super T Karate Inc. Nothing but success stems from this program. The time and dedication that is put into the students is admirable. We are provided a family friendly emvironment to watch as well.My daughter has been attending for about two years. Over these past two years she has not only gained skills with Martial Arts, but life skills as well; including respect, socialization, participation, and focus. To top it off, my once uncoordinated, not flexible child can now do the splitz and kick at an almost 180° angle. Students are taught realistic defense mechanisms in a controlled manner that will have a parent gaining confidance for their child in the real world.Highly highly recommended.Thank you Master Terry!

Ke
Review №38

If youre looking to learn martial arts Master Terry and the Super T Karate System is the real deal. At Super T Karate you will be taught by a former PAKA world kickboxing champion. This school is ideal for anyone, of any age, with any experience level. You will get out of your training what you put in and everyone involved with this program is ready to work with you to put you at the level you want to achieve. This school provides top notch martial arts training in a tight knit family/community environment in kickboxing, boxing, self defense, and Krav Maga as well as firearms training. It is a great program for kids and adults. I would highly recommend this school to anyone at any age. The physical, mental and social benefits of Super T Karate are endless.

Je
Review №39

I started training with Master Terry at Super T Karate in 1995. The sign over his school at the time read karate for the real world; thats exactly what I found when I started training, and he has never wavered from that principal since. I eventually went on to earn my 2nd degree black belt from master Terry, and has been one of my proudest achievements. In addition to my black belt in the super T system, I also just recently went through master Terrys concealed pistol license class. His approach to defensive weapons training, I was not surprised to find, was the same high-quality instruction I had always received in my martial arts training.I cannot recommend this instructor and this school enough. If you want to be part of a martial family, and train under an instructor who is absolutely dedicated to your personal improvement, then you can do no better than training with master Terry at Super T Karate.

De
Review №40

Great place to work out for the whole family. We stay in shape while learning self defense.

Li
Review №41

I have been going to Super T for 7 years now. I enjoy the classes! . Super T continues to challenged me to improve my skills and learn new techniques.

Ke
Review №42

Fantastic environment. Great people.

St
Review №43

Id honestly give this place 0 stars if I could. This place was a headache when it came to quitting. Very unprofessional. I would NOT recommend this place to anyone.

Th
Review №44

Very happy

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  • Address:4981 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, United States
  • Site:http://www.supertkarate.com/
  • Phone:+1 616-364-5111
Categories
  • Karate school
  • Kickboxing school
  • Martial arts school
  • Physical fitness program
  • Self defense school
Working hours
  • Monday:2–8:30PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:2–8:30PM
  • Friday:2–8:30PM
  • Saturday:2–8:30PM
  • Sunday:2–8:30PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
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