John Wai Martial Arts
John Wai Martial Arts is a boxing gym located in Plantation, Florida. Specializing in MMA & Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai & Boxing and Self Defense. Rated 5.0 out of 5 by community members.
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My 7 and 9 year-olds have been part of the John Wai family since they were each 3 years old. The take their training seriously and they love it! As a mom who wants only the best for her kids, enrolling them here is one of the best things I've ever done for them. Thank you to all the coaches who help grow our children into better people everyday!
Thanks, Billi, for the great review. We appreciate you and your family trusting our team with your kids’ martial arts training. It has been great watching their progress.
I’ve been training at John Wai for a few years now, and it truly feels like a second home to me. I’m incredibly proud to be a student at this mixed martial arts academy. The coaches here are amazing, and the people you train with quickly become like family. Coach Moe and his brother Daniel are extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful in the way they teach. They take the time to break things down and really care about helping everyone improve. Coach David is one of the most respectful and kindest coaches I’ve ever met. If you’re looking for a place to train, grow, and be part of a great community, this is the best academy in South Florida.
Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to write such a great review. It means a lot coming from someone who has been training with us for several years. Watching your progress and dedication over time has been great to see. And yes, we agree, Coaches Moe, Daniel, and David are awesome coaches. They care a lot about the people they train and take pride in helping everyone improve.
The first part that everyone should know is, the sense of community and warm welcomes from coaches , people training, and just everyone there made joining a martial arts gym for the first time amazing. I was intimidated at first, but everyone helped me get over that fear quickly. The coaches are constantly communicating with everyone even in the group classes so, as a newcomer I didn’t feel lost. The kickboxing class , is more fitness based according to them, but they still help teach you form and teach you proper technique. The Mauy Thai class was amazing as well. At 36 years old I was hesitant on joining, now I can’t stop thinking about when my next class is. Highly recommended John Wai for all skill levels and all people. Amazing people here.
That was an awesome review, Chad. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We know a lot of people feel hesitant or unsure when starting martial arts, and we understand that completely. That is why creating a welcoming environment and having a team of coaches who offer personal attention to each member is so important to us. It is great to hear how much you are enjoying training. Welcome to our team.
John Wai Martial Arts is not your typical martial arts after school program. The coaches know the children’s names, they kneel down to talk to the little ones, they teach respect by demonstrating how it’s done! They are kind, caring and very professional. If a child is very active they find a way to help that child focus, if a child is sad they identify it and take the child aside to have a conversation with them. The coaches are so dedicated, kind and attentive, it is a unique place with so much more than just martial arts… During the class your child doesn’t only get 1 coach to share with their peers, they get multiple coaches and split up the group so every one gets the attention, care and training they need. John Wai has chosen a wonderful team of coaches and trains them to be fantastic role models and great professionals in this field. We are grateful for John Wai Martial Arts!!!
Miriam, thank you so much for taking the time to share this. It means a lot to hear how much you notice and appreciate the care and attention our coaches give to the kids. Our team is passionate about using martial arts as a tool to build character, confidence, and discipline in every student. We take pride in creating an environment where each child is supported and challenged in a positive way. Families like yours are a big part of what makes our academy so special. Thank you for your trust!
Started 8 months ago. 2 week trial for 15 bucks is a great way to get a vibe for the classes. Now I'm hooked, doing 6-10 classes a week. I got my kids started, too. Being able to train in different styles is awesome. The kids get a really well rounded experience. The coaches are fantastic. All with immense experience. You can go for fun and exercise or get more serious and start competing. Great family atmosphere, at the same time. Very happy here!
Thank you for the great review! It has been really great to see your whole family jump into training and make it part of your weekly routine. Having access to different disciplines gives everyone a well rounded experience, whether you're in it for fitness or pushing toward competition. We appreciate your support and are glad to have you all training with us!
