Professor Geary offers a place for students to learn how to learn karate. It is not a karate daycare. Students are given the tools they need to succeed and get out of their training what they put in to it. Professor Geary works with his students on not simply going through the motions. Emphasis is placed on paying attention to details. He teaches principles such as effort, etiquette, sincerity, self-control, and character. I have one child that attends classes here. Perhaps when my younger one is old enough I will have two kids in classes.

Professor Geary is very much engaged with the students and with helping the students learn. Overall, the place itself is fun because we get to do different activities each day that involve the lessons.- Braedyn

Our son is taking lessons currently, and we are so appreciative of how patient the teachers are. There isn’t a rush to get the kids through the steps. The lessons are are a combination of physical, as well as mental. We’ve seen growth in our son over the short time he has been with Professor Geary, and are looking forward to seeing what else he learns.

I started thinking about martial arts for my son several months ago as he was picked on (not very bad though) at school. While we discussed with the teachers how to deal with it, I thought its a good time to introduce him self-defense skills. I specifically looked for martial arts that also comes with tradition and history as we are from China and this Shaolin Kempo Karate caught my eyes immediately. We have been here for two months. Master Shifu (Professor Geary) is very responsive. Class size is limited to a decent number so each child has the chance to get one-on-one instruction. Professional instruction and clear explanation on each skill (help might needed from parents for young kids). All skills focus on self-protection while followed with attacking. It needs repetitive practice to get to a smooth move and this is what I consider essential for learning. Its a great place for serious learners. My son loves it.

The history of karate is taught along with the technique. It is a professional and friendly atmosphere.

Hes amazing with kids. My son have improved alot on his social skills, and working with others and staying focus. i would recommand this class.

Prof. Geary has great adaptability and patience in his art. I have studied other martial arts styles but here there is a higher value in real-world learning. Thank you!

I finally opened my gmail account and the first thing I wanted to do was to write a review for Prof. Geary. My kids have been coming here for 3 years now and they love it! Im so glad that we decided to get them signed up. My kids have learned a lot and my husband and I have seen many improvements! Thank you very much!

Watched my two nieces during a class. Great with children and they are learning great skills to help them throughout the rest of their lives!!

My son loves to practice karate with professor Geary, very professional and patient. Thank you kempo karate.

I was very impressed by the knowledge of the instructor and his training facility.

Wouldn’t have gone out of my way to leave a review but it popped up on google... we had a horrible experience. In the end we were stuck with over $3,600 due for an entire future year of karate. An email was sent and was conveniently not answered that way he could claim we failed to end the contract in time for him to charge us for my son and husband. The WORST mistake that we are still paying off almost three years later. DON’T MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE. Not to mention the fact that he is horrible with kids... I would never recommend this business. Seriously, look elsewhere!

Geary is filthy lair.First he will lie that you have to pay once for black belt club and it is up to you when ever you can attend .Then when a person enrolls this lazy guy will just sit and ask his students to teach and will ask to do vacuums.Then he will make amendments to your agreement and then lie again that you will have to inform him if you are not attending for some reason.I called him and told him that father is sick as per his rules but still he cancelled my agreement.Also dont talk about smell and all to hide your filthy lie and laziness.

One on one small classes focused on real techniques of Kempo Karate. 3 classes per week with a Master Professor with a 10 degree black belt. The kids learn great defense techniques, discipline and focus. My son loves it. ❤️

Chris Chris is an exceptional leader and a kind and caring mentor that cares about people

Absolutely outstanding business! Can not say enough about Prof. Geary. Is great with adults and children. Highest level of education and professionalism. Highest recommendation!

My son is the youngest in his class and this is his first organized physical activity. Kindness and patience were the two “must have” qualities I sought out when looking for a martial arts school. I found that on the first day he attended and have been especially impressed at the balance of fun along with quality instruction.

Hey I really like the school. Great technique.

My daughter has been attending with her husband for several months now and is always sharing how much she loves attending! The professionalism, attitude and aptitude of their instructor can not be surpassed. I only wish I lived in Omaha so I could attend with them!

Very personable compared to most dojo’s around Omaha. My son loves it and has learned a lot.

I wanted to equip myself with self defence techniques ( and maybe get some workout in too ). It did not take me long to decide that Professors school is the right fit. The classes are kept small that ensures personal attention. As someone who has no martial arts training of any sort, I was nervous and apprehensive. But one month on, I am glad that I signed on. The real life scenario training coupled with focus on form and techniques is more than worth it..

My son loves Kempo Karate and is learning fast. I highly recommend.

The atmosphere at Kempo Karate is balanced, and the classes are small enough to provide individualized one on one mentoring, which is perfect since my child has lots of nervous energy.The professional feel of the school, the values instilled and how the Professor communicates, guides and instructs throughout so techniques can continue to improve is impressive. It is an excellent choice and a decision you will not regret.

I came to kempo karate in search of an activity to help my nephew build esteem, confidence, respect, discipline and active listening. I can honestly say that my five year old nephew is more confident and happier.

This is a great school to learn self defense & respect. i think everyone should learn karate here.

IMPORTANT! Before you send your kids to martial arts classes (or go yourself), you have to read this:When I was a kid I really wanted to learn Karate, so my parents enrolled me in a class close to our house. I was a pretty shy, artsy, not athletic child... so things like this were really outside of my comfort zone. Still, I was REALLY excited about this class.When I got there, the environment was really cold and commercial. There were tons of kids packed into a huge room and no one knew my name. All I remember was being told to get in line and start running these intense laps while the instructor screamed at us because discipline. I remember leaving the class crying because I was scared after being yelled at, and never going back again.That was my first experience with martial arts, and honestly - its kind of heartbreaking to look back on.Im 29 now and that experience always really stuck with me. The desire to practice martial arts never went away . The discipline, the technique, the empowerment - I always admired it, but I was never ready to make that jump because there were too many fears to overcome. Am I too old to start now? Am I too out of shape? Are they just going to scream at me? Am I going to be embarrassed in front of huge groups of people who have been doing this a long time? These fears that resulted from that initial experience held me back for a long time, not only from practicing martial arts, but from engaging in a lot of physical activities where I might experience the same thing.The good news is - If you choose the right school to practice at, the answer to all the above questions is NO. You arent the wrong size or age or gender or mentality to practice martial arts.When I first contacted Professor Geary, I was just looking to have some of these questions answered and explore if learning karate was even an option, honestly it wasnt a serious consideration at the time but more of a hopeful longshot. As soon as I reached out, he had my husband and I come in after class hours and just chat with him for a while, he showed us some basic movements and answered all of our questions. Most importantly, he let us know that there were people of all types at his school and we werent going to be having that type of negative experience that I described above. Before we knew it, we were both signed up and ready to attend our first class (which we were still VERY nervous for).Weve both been attending the school for a while now, and really I cant find enough good things to say about it. Its small class sizes, so its not overwhelming and you get tons of personal attention. You can learn at your own pace without judgment or pressure. All the people in our classes are really chill. Prof. Gearys credentials are impressive, hes hands down the most experienced teacher in Omaha and he will teach you himself. You get to learn traditional techniques and practical, modern applications. He is really transparent about the prices, and how they compare to other schools in the area (the prices are very good, and from the research Ive done you get much more training time for your money). The environment is really comfortable, and I definitely couldnt picture training anywhere else. We both really love practicing karate and it has quickly become the most anticipated day of the week for us.So I guess the point of this very long review is, please dont make the mistake of ruining something that can be a huge passion for your child because you went to a slightly closer karate school. They will thank you for making that extra drive. And if youre reading this as an adult and youre not sure if its OK for you to join because of who you are, it IS ok, and I hope to see you at a class really soon.

Professor Geary is a no nonsense kind of mentor that truly cares about giving people the best Omaha has to offer when it comes to martial arts. The atmosphere in every class is really centered on truly learning the techniques within Kempo. I highly recommend giving him a call, regardless of you skill level!

My son is 5 1/2 years old, he has been attending classes here for almost 2 years now. I am proud to tell anyone where my son goes for martial arts instruction. The dedication and commitment Professor Geary has toward his schools and students is very clear.With all these different karate schools opening up in Omaha, I can see where people could go wrong. Its always how much? What does this school offer that others dont? I can truly say this school does offer a lot! It allows for a good solid future for our children with the commitment from us as parents.I look forward to see what the future brings.

I just started and everyone iv worked with has been great.

This establishment is a great place and has helped me learn self defense. The instructor is nice and helps a lot, I highly recommend learning the art of kempo Kerata.

It’s a great place to learn he’s a great teacher who knows a lot. I highly recommend this place!

I currently take my son here for karate every week and he loves it. It is the highlight of his week! Professor Gary is an excellent teacher and he truly teaches the kids how to defend themselves. He is knowledgeable and reasonably priced. He even offers a free trial class for the kiddos to try out! I Would highly recommend to anyone whose kids want to give karate a try!

Christopher Geary Kempo Karate is a great school. He teaches real world techniques in self defense including gun, knife attacks and other techniques.I have learned a lot in self defense as well as a welcoming atmosphere between students and instructor.

Professor Geary is very amazing. He is empowering me by teaching me defense technique and is patient and kind with an adult student who makes lots of mistakes. I love going to class at Kempo Karate I always learn something new and all the other students are pretty great too. If you are looking for classes for self defense this is definitely the class to join.

After trying out several martial art schools my 13 year old daughter enjoys going and training at Gearys Kempo Karate and we especially like the self-defense focused system taught.

Great school!! Really like the sensei, Very patient with my son! Highly recommend!

Absolutely 10/10 recommend! Just starting but great instructors and classmates

Professor Geary has been so encouraging to my 7 yr old granddaughter I am so estatic that we have chosen to be apart of Professor Gearys successful academy. Professor Geary is so patient and yet firm and assertive. It is exactly what I expected and a lot more. Thank you professor Geary for your leadership and guidance. Happy and proud Grandma Shari!PS I love how you make up knick names for your students. It really makes it so much more personal 🛐☯️

This is a scam. Dont ever give him your ID or Social security number. And never sign for nothing. The court told me that, they have to shutdown his business many times in omaha. He opened up a fake Google account to gave himself 5 stars. This is terrible!

I really appreciate the atmosphere and professionalism of the school. i’ve learned a lot within a small time, geary is an excellent teacher

We started out looking for a school for our daughters to learn self defense in Omaha. We didnt know anything about martial arts. After my wife met Prof. Geary, she said I had to meet him. She was impressed with his credentials and school. After enrolling our kids in class, I thought it might be a good idea to take classes too. Its one of the best decisions we have made. Thank you.

Id had my three kids in class as youth and it has since been a place of respect. I wish more families would consider enrolling as the school taught discipline and self-control along with stressing the importance of health and self-defense. Thank you and good work Prof. Geary. As a parent you want to protect your loved ones and here they can learn while staying active in something they enjoy and look forward to.

My daughter loves the classes and seems to be learning quick.

Recently visited and tried several Martial Arts schools for my daughter and chose Professor Gearys school. It is worth the (slightly extra) drive from Papillion. She has already learned a lot and is enjoying the training.I recommend this school to anyone looking for Martial Arts instruction applicable in real life situations.

I would like to state how pleased I was to learn that my children would not be promoted to the rank of black belt until they were truly able to defend themselves against an adult. We have friends whose children have taken other martial arts from other schools and earned their black belts in the guaranteed 3 year time allotted for their black belt club fee. I doubt that after only 3 years of study, and no more, that they remember even one half of what they were taught. By the time our children have earned their black belts, it is my hope that the techniques will be second nature to them and they will always be a part of them. I believe this will be so.

Amazing place for kids.

In my dealings with Professor Geary, he has been extremely helpful and understanding. He does his absolute best to make sure his students get the best quality training at a reasonable price.

Skilled, professional, respectful and fun. Professor Geary is polite and patient. The classes are small and focus on technique.Im definitely joining this dojo. It isnt the closest one to my house but its worth the drive.

I really enjoy classes here. I believe it is the ideal place for quality martial arts instruction here in Omaha. Prof. Geary works great with the children. I would highly recommend to anyone.

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. - Helen KellerIn the brief time Ive been at this school I feel grateful for the excellent instruction, and infinite possibility for advancement.Prof. Geary has opened my heart up to the world of Kempo Karate and I thank him.

Kempo Karate under the instruction of Professor Geary, a tenth degree black belt gives its students the opportunity to learn how to defend themselves and others. The staff there have patience with their students and also are very active with the class. As one of the schools students I am happy knowing that I will not have to worry about the safety of myself and others.

We have been taking our boys here for a few weeks now and they’ve really enjoyed it. Professor Geary is great with the them - wonderful teacher and patience with how young they are. We’ve had a great experience so far!

Good class love it!!!

Professor Geary is very helpful and kind. He does everything to help you. I highly recommend him.

I have enjoyed bringing my two children in to learn. Over the last two years I feel both have grown in several areas. Both are lucky that a true Grandmaster is teaching them.

About two years ago my husband and I were against our son being in martial arts because we were worried about him using it on other people out of anger. My mother enrolled my niece and brother into Gearys Kempo Karate and we sat in a lesson one morning and we were impressed by what we seen. Needless to say our son was enrolled that week and since he has grown greatly. He can now control his emotions and has self confidence. We thank Prof. Geary for everything he has given to our child in helping him grow. We are very happy with him and his school.

Please do your research when looking for a good school here in Omaha! My wife and I looked around town for 6 months before we signed our family up here. All we have had is a great experience!

We just moved here from Aspen, Colorado. My son had studied karate for awhile and was very impressed with Prof. Gearys web site. Christopher invited us to come in and looked at my sons technique last summer and we have coming here ever since. Great school and I would highly recommend!

We wanted to take the opportunity to thank Prof. Geary for the lessons that he has provided to our son. The direction and instruction are second to none and will provide our son with the skills needed to cope with the world we live in. He has become a more confident and disciplined child. We look forward to his continued instruction.

Christopher is an amazing instructor. His military background is a perfect compliment to his good natured teaching. Instruction that while strict is compassionate. He takes time with his students and even has taught this old lady a thing or two lol. I highly recommend him as an instructor.

My family and I have really enjoyed our experience at Professor Gearys School. I have been in some sort of martial arts training most of my life and have several experiences with other schools. Some good and some bad, Some belts I earned and some were just thrown at me to obtain the fee. I can whole heartedly tell you, here at Christopher N. Gearys Shaolin Kempo, you earn every belt. All the moves learned are practical for the real world and taught in a relatable way to the user. Professor Geary is a kind hearted person but absolutely not a push over. As anyone that has excelled at anything in life with the help of a coach, you would not be this far along if that coach didn’t push you to do the work to get you there. Professor Geary believes in his students, their ability to be great, encourages them to be better and put in the work. Not just in his Kempo class but in life.My two kids and I are all students. I feel confident that my kids are getting the proper instruction to defend themselves against threats when Im not around to protect them. As a side note, we are able to bond at home around Kempo as we practice the moves together. It gives us much more in common, cuts down on their screen time and gives them more physical activity. I feel the value at Professor Gearys School is unparalleled. I was sending my oldest son to Taekwondo prior and his admission was the same as 3 people here. I feel it’s the most practical training for the money in the Omaha Metro Area.

My 10 year old started with Professor Geary about 3 months ago and I could not be more impressed! He is a no-nonsense instructor that manages to keep kids focused and learning martial arts all while weaving in important life skills like attention to detail, self discipline, and integrity. I am excited to start classes myself next month! Thank you Professor Geary for being great at what you do and doing it for a very reasonable price!

After researching many different martial arts facilities in town, I knew right where I and my two children were heading, which was straight to Prof. Gearys door. Not only do we look forward to the actual art that were becoming more and more a part of, but the friendly and inviting class atmosphere that he has created is a welcoming experience. We are very excited to be a part of not only the revered and legendary Shaolin arts, but the wonderful dojo experience Prof. Geary has created!

I’d say it’s fair for the money, but your experience depends on how opinionated you are.

We are very satisfied from this school. My son is very happy. He learned too many things in a short period. Owner is very professional and perfect grand master. We are appreciated, thank you Christopher...

Great place, atmosphere and teachers!! Professor Geary is a great mentor, shares his knowledge and experience. My daughter loves that classes. I highly recommend that place.

Kempo Karate is an important aspect of life for your protection in the real world. There are multiple schools that teach this art, but this school engages students with the history and technique of Kempo. Its teacher, Professor Christopher N. Geary is a 10th degree black belt and actively participates in the growth of his students learning. I am a student of his and I am more satisfied knowing that I am learning under a top tier master and will safe by learning the powerful art of Kempo Karate under him.

I am very pleased with the attention and instruction offered by Professor Geary!

Mr. Geary and his Shaolin Kempo Karate school are an outstanding example of a legitimate school with high quality instruction. Having spent 33+ years in various martial arts, Ive seen plenty of McDojos, with poorly qualified people running them. Mr. Geary is a well-known instructor in the martial arts community and his name is synonymous with professionalism and integrity.Ive spoken to different students of Mr. Gearys over the years, and whats stayed with me is the consistency of the comments thatve been made. The words most commonly used to describe him and his teaching style are: honest, kind, eager, organized, focused, fun, encouraging and effective. He has taught all ages and abilities and his students enjoy being able to learn in a positive, focused environment.Suffice to say, if youre looking to learn an effective means of self-defense from a legitimate instructor and quality individual, I wholeheartedly recommend Christopher N. Gearys Shaolin Kempo Karate.

I checked out a couple martial arts schools around Omaha for my son and I to get involved in. I was looking for a school with an instructor who has extensive experience and whose goal is the growth of the individual, not competitions and $$$. I believe I found that in Prof. Geary. He has impressive credentials and shows a true passion for teaching people quality Kempo. Looking forward to training.

Great place to learn. I was doing Taekwondo before and couldnt really apply what was thought to me as there was no room for practicality. With Kempo things are different you can apply what you learn and build your self confidence as you go! Awesome instructor by the way !

I enjoy coming to kempo karate and watching my grandson learn new things. He is loving every moment of it. The first thing he said when we left after his first lesson was Nana, I definently want to go back

I feel that my daughter is going to have a lot of confidence and ability in her life from the great teaching of Karate that she is getting at this school. She really loves it and the schedule is flexible, one to three classes a week.

My three sons have attended Mr. Gearys Kempo Karate School for years, and have learned respect and understanding to what fighting means, and mostly important, they have leaned self defense to the fullest of its extent. The moral of self respect and self defense is one of mans kind most valuable weapon, and my kids have learned that here, with Professor Geary.I highly recommend the school.

Prof. Gearys commitment to excellence is shown not only in his crisp yet beautiful technique, but also in everything his does: including his web site. I will never regret the time I have spent at his school learning the discipline needed to defend myself and to succeed in life.

Christopher has helped my nephew gain the strength and confidence. He felt alone and he really opened up and became more active. I want to thank Christopher and the school for the being the best for my nephew. Diffentely would recommend!

Great school!

Prof. Geary is a wonderful instructor! I feel very comfortable and confident learning the art of Kempo. Thank you for your guidance.

I am glad to have my son come to this place. It is more practical and the class is small so that the instructor can pay more attention to students. One thing I like most is Prof. Christopher will work with each student at their level and build them up from there. Great place !!!.

Christopher does a great job teaching younger kids. I was very impressed ,as I watched a class

He tricked me into signing a contract at a free class and sued me 3 years later..He didnt seem like a good instructor and I read some disturbing things about him from Florida so I never went back

Me and my children are new to the school but so far we love it and are very happy with our decision to join. The skills taught are practical and can be applied to real-life situations. The pace of the class is slow enough so that we are able to learn but fast enough to keep our attention. And a bonus is that its affordable!

Professor Geary and his school has been great for my 2 boys as well as the adult classes. I havent trained in years and coming back to it has been awesome, I didnt realize how much I missed it.

Christopher Geary is a very positive martial arts teacher. Great martial arts school for all ages. Everyone enjoys their time/session. Well worth the money for a GREAT learning experience. And everyone leaves satisfied.Highly recommend....Nice/clean studioGreat location too!😊😊😊😊😊

Although I’ve never attended a class, I would be remiss if I did not comment on the negative review.The first time I spoke to Professor Geary, I was informed first and foremost being gainfully employed is a prerequisite to studying at this academy.That obviously means he wants people who are going to train at his facility to be able to pay their monthly fees which is an investment in life as Martial arts is a Discipline.Whatever issue this individual had, sounds like an excuse for their child who couldn’t/wouldn’t pay for the monthly investment.I have spoken with this Man on the phone & met this Man at the aforementioned location.He treated me with the utmost respect.He’s never changed his business name. Changing locations is inconsequential. There are many reasons why you see other martial arts studio is closed permanently.Integrity means everything in this life.Professor Geary obviously understands this and that is why he is still teaching/educating.

I took karate when I was a kid. This school far surpasses what I have known about karate. The lessons I learn are practical and fun to learn. The environment is one of respect and fun. I recommend this school for all, kids and adults

After looking for martial arts instruction at many other schools here in Omaha, my wife and I decided to join Prof. Gearys dojo. We live in Council Bluffs and were looking for something practical but with traditional roots to learn. We love going to class and practicing with everyone and it’s well worth the drive! Im not a big fan of writing Google reviews but I believe that Prof. Geary is an exception and I wanted to let people know what a great dojo this is. I would highly recommend doing research and finding the best school that meets your expectations. In other words, “Do something right or don’t do it at all”. After looking at 14 schools in the metropolitan area, we found ours. Thank you Prof. Geary!

I started going to this school when i was about 10 years old and learned early on the importance of discipline. Its been almost a decade now, and I plan on returning to the school after completing my last year in the Navy.The world is dangerous and I plan on starting a family. Learning the art of Kempo from Professor Geary puts my mind at ease knowing I will be able to better protect those I care about.He taught me to present myself in a respectful manor, have the strength to face my trials, and to see things through to the best of my ability. He is very much someone to be taken seriously.

Honestly Mr. Gearys classes were so in depth and he really does walk you through each move and I strongly recommend his karate lessons for all ages if youre looking for a place that educates and teaches you how to not become someones next victim!

Great learning environment. Had a good experience for a first time attendee! Good teacher. Lots to learn!

Professor Geary is doing a wonderful job teaching karate to my niece Leah... She is very much enjoying his classes…

I am thoroughly impressed with Prof. Geary’s dojo. The look of his school puts my old school to shame. There really wasnt any class to the decorum. Mostly, just some mirrors and a painting on the wall. No real style or theme. It doesnt even seem appropriate to compare the two. On that same note of comparing my old school to Prof. Geary’s, his teachings are light years ahead of what I used to belong to. I was taking Tae Kwon Do. Honestly, I would say that after four years of TKD and just two weeks of Prof. Geary’s classes, I am more confident that I could defend myself with Kempo Karate.Gone are the pretty kicks and awkward stances. Now I feel that I could protect myself from an armed (knife) or unarmed assailant using tactics that flow and are very effective. The best way I could compare the two styles would be that the brown belt version of me from TKD would get his butt handed to him by an orange belt Kempo Karate version of me. Basically, switching styles was the best decision I could have made. Hopefully most people wont have to waste the money and hours spent on four years of an inferior system. Prof. Geary sincerely wants to help people better themselves and for that I thank him!

I love what this school offers my son; such as, confidence, discipline, and life lessons. Im excited to enter the meticulous classroom, beautifully colored in burnt orange and strategically placed ancient symbols; giving an authentic Chinese feel. Gearys Kempo Karate is a fun, inviting safe environment, for children and adults to achieve and learn far beyond their expectations. I highly recommend it.

The boys are excited to be learning defense skills and proper the importance of self discipline. Thank you, Professor Geary!

Growing up in England for the first 37 years of my life gave me certain standards for myself, my way of life and the future of my children. My older children went to Karate in England, the style was similar but the instructor was lacking in the teaching of the History of Karate, the practicing of meditation and inner peace and Prof. Geary teaches that, it is all part of his way of teaching and I have noticed a huge difference in the way my children have started to handle anger and stress. Now instead of lashing out first, they stop and breathe and think of the actions they are about to take, it doesn’t happen every time but it is happening, and I am grateful that their Mentor is teaching them that.One of my Sons, Lee, went to Kim’s Tae Kwon Do School but it was money for grading, money for belts, money for competitions they had to attend because every student represented the school.Anyone can get a basement and teach fighting that they call Karate, and charge through the nose for it, Professor Geary on the other hand teaches the whole art of Karate and I am so glad that I looked into schools and not just take the first one I found. I Have 3 children in the school, I am on my own raising them, but I don’t begrudge one penny of the tuition, all around it is money well spent!

Although I have not attended Christophers classes I feel that I do know his character and resolve to help people. I am sure this is the way he conducts his classes whether its teaching children or adults. If I were to take classes, or suggest a place for my own family to go, Christophers Shaolin Kempo Karate would be where Id send them. I think the down to earth and professional style I have seen in Christopher Geary would be something Id look for in a teacher. I recommend that you check his school out if you are looking for a place for you or your kids to take Karate classes.

Loved the class! Christopher is incredibly talented and explained the techniques very well. I feel safer already!

Was just dropped from Black Belt Club and from school. Professor Geary stated that if I made a contribution to the school, he would consider reinstatement. Good money after bad?Due to health issues, (debilitating leg sciata and foot drop and a death in the family out of state) I did not make a July class. I had attended every month since inception.My fault.During my time of regular attendance, Professor Geary primarily sat at his desk and we students were instructed by other more advanced students. No great issues with the student teachers, Dave and Jaime, as they were enthusiastic and patient, but that was not what I paid over $4k for.Professor Geary sat at his desk, staring at the computer screen with his back to us for the majority of class. Turning halfway around and asking if we had any questions was the extent of his personal interaction in my class experience.My fault for paying thousands of dollars upfront and not demanding that HE personally instruct classes.I would advise anyone considering joining to pay month to month and not sign any contractWhen I politely inquired about a pro-rated refund, due to my health issues, he suggested the additional contribution to the school which I declined, his response was to insult me, told me to never contact him and blocked me from communicating with him.If you are looking for a teacher who will take a smoke break in the middle of your class, you found him!Lastly, he does pressure students etc to purchase his Masters Guide (typos and all), and submit a 5 star review almost from day 1.Very disappointed in childness and vindictive actions.I fully expect a snarky retort on my comments, but I guess truth hurts.

Professor Geary provides excellent instruction and is most knowledgeable. He is a good man who cares for his students progression. And he has a good sense of humor which makes for a comfortable place to practice. I would recommend his dojo to anyone with any experience level in the martial arts.

Good introduction for my child. Good self defense teaching. Helping my child listen better. Also helping with self discipline. Lots of individual teaching by the owner himself. Highly recommended