Embrace Martial Arts

"Wonderful place if you’re trying to learn BJJ in Wake Forest. I feel very welcomed and safe here, the higher level belts focus on forum/technique with you instead of just constant tapping you lol seems like everyone here cares and enjoys it. I’d definitely recommend Embrace Martial Arts if your thinking about joining."

"I've been meaning to write this review for a while now! I started training at Embrace in 2022 after relocating from California in 2021. Before that, I spent about 6-8 months at Pendergrass, and honestly, I was really unhappy there. After training at Brazilian Top Team since September 2016 -2021, I was used to a competitive and welcoming environment, and I just didn't feel that at Pendergrass. I told my husband if i dont find another gym to train at i would rather quit then stay where i was unhappy. Walking into Embrace for the first time was a breath of fresh air. I tried one class early in 2022, and right away, I felt welcomed in a way I hadn’t experienced in months at the previous gym. The community here is truly special; it feels like a family. The coaches are incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, and the level of BJJ training is impressive, and now i get to pass on my bjj knowledge in a woman's only jiujitsu program that Leilani and i run/teach and we have an amazing , supportive group of strong woman!! I wish I had found Embrace sooner! If you're looking for a place where you can grow and be part of a supportive community, I highly recommend giving it a try. You won't regret it!"

"Awesome gym. Took 3 of my boys here starting about 2 months ago and they are hooked. Jiu Jitsu is the only thing they obsess about now and they’ve already learned a ton. Professor Joel is great with kids - mine are a little rowdy and I’ve already noticed a change in behavior since going. I’d give more stars if Google let me!"

"Put in a GIFT WRAP and NOT instructed on how to get out of it in my VERY FIRST CLASS. Not professional, highly dangerous and I cannot believe the instructors stand around and allow that . I have tried three places now and all have either had toxic bro culture and not feminine oriented , have used ableist slurs as jokes, have told me I couldn’t sit a certain way and told me I should “smile more”. I am now trying Royce Gracie and I hope to god I have a better experience. I did notify them this time for once that I’m on the autism spectrum. Maybe that will help"