Nichole Friese
Sep 6, 2024
“AKA has become a large part of our families routine. Both my husband and I train along with two of our children. The little kids class is a great place for the little ones to start. Our 4 yr old has been learning to respect his coaches and partners, actively listen, and use self control. Our 7 year old recently moved up to the big kids class by learning jiujitsu and self defence techniques and then implementing them in the little kids class. I like that there are many coaches on the mats for every class, enough to be able to help each kids needs. This has also allowed my kids to learn new things each week. The adult classes are way less intimidated than I had imagined prior to starting the sport. They started me in a white belt class and once I progressed and felt comfortable moved to the regular adult class. Again, the coaches were numerous and helpful. The women's program is the biggest in the area. So, I have really enjoyed not needing to drill and roll with the men unless I wanted to. My husband has enjoyed that there are some of the most competitive and skilled men in the area, at this gym. Lastly, this gym is extremely family friendly. Our kids join us and play on the sidelines during all our classes and our youngest is under two. The other families in the gym help accommodate the children to allow for every one to train regardless of circumstances. We have greatly enjoyed this as a family sport! This is a great gym for a competitive athlete, a person who hasn't worked out in years, a wild or timid 4 year old or a kid/teen who wants to learn!”
