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Reviews of Rodney Cheeseman Karate & MMA Fitness Studio

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Average Rating: Very Good (11 Reviews)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent

10 out of 11 Reviewer recommended Rodney Cheeseman Karate & MMA Fitness Studio.

Incredible experience for building confidence

Sep 26 2018 by Spencer V (Former Student with 3 - 5 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

It is always a wonderful experience being part of the fitness classes. Mr. Cheeseman changes workout which makes classes go by fast. Mr. Cheeseman is very motivating and centered around his clients goals and well-being. I love the dojo crew!! I can have a great workout and learn how to defend myself!


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Would NOT Recommend!!!

Mar 04 2017 by S. Saucedo (Former Student with 1 - 3 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Average
Other aspects:
Poor
Recommended:
No!

My sons 13 and 8 were a part of Mr. Cheeseman's dojo for a year and a half enrolled in the Universal self-defense program. My youngest son represented Mr. Cheeseman's dojo in the 2016 State Karate Championship and was the overall State Champion for his age group winning two gold medals and a silver medal. My son also competed and won a gold, silver, and bronze medal in the Regional Karate Championships for Mr. Cheeseman's dojo. I myself enrolled and participated in the jiu jitsu for self defense class for almost a year. We thought we were a part of the Cheeseman Martial Arts family, but we were sadly mistaken.

I had a disagreement with Mr. Cheeseman and instead of trying to resolve it professionally he decided to cancel our contract without notice, keep the money, and block my number and social media account so I couldn't review his business page, or dispute the charges. I also noticed all my children's and my own photos and videos were deleted off of his business page to really drive home how expendable we were in his eyes.

For someone who is supposed to be a mentor to children in the martial arts community, I was deeply disturbed by Mr. Cheesman's actions and the way this whole situation was handled. It's a sad situation all around. We invested a lot of time, money, and genuine friendship in Mr. Cheeseman and in the end we were disappointed.


A great place if your willing to learn

Jun 26 2015 by l smith (Active Student with 6 Months - 1 Year Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

Kyoshi is an excellent teacher. The things I've learned in his class has made me a better person. I love challenge he puts me through ,cause I know he see potential in me and he can do the same with each and every student. I highly recommend his classes.


Become one of the family

Aug 18 2014 by Mace (Parent of a Student with 1 - 3 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

I have two children, 5 and 13, currently attending Rodney Cheeseman Karate and MMA Studio. Both boys truly enjoy the experience and look forward to their sessions each week. When my youngest started training (Age 4 ½), I was worried he would have difficulty staying focused and following the directions of his instructors for the duration of a class. My concern was unnecessary. Mr. Cheeseman, Kyoshi, is an excellent instructor with a bigger than life personality that commands the attention of adults and children of all ages. His training maintains an excellent balance of instruction and fun that keeps the children engaged throughout each session. I could go on and on about how my boys have gained skills that will aid them throughout their lives like personnel discipline, respect towards others or the self confidence that comes from knowing how to protect yourself from those that mean you harm. I could go on, but it’s not necessary. The bottom line is that if you are interested in learning self defense for yourself or want your child to gain the many benefits that come with learning martial arts, then I know of no one better to teach and guide than Kyoshi.


Excellent place to kickbox!

May 30 2014 by Simona H. (Active Student with 3 - 6 Months Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

I am not a very good self motivator when it comes to working out and gyms just got boring. So I thought I would try kickboxing. I found this place on google, it fit in with the days I could go, and had a great price so I thought I would check it out. I fell in love with it. I look forward to going to class every day. I can definitely tell a difference in my strength and endurance. This class goes hard! And the instructor is awesome! He makes the class more entertaining than it already is, and he is a great encourager as well. If you are interested in Karate and MMA fitness, this is the place to go! This class is so fun it flies by!


My kids love it and so will yours

May 19 2014 by A. Sanders (Parent of a Student with 3 - 6 Months Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

I love what he does with the kids and how he boosts up their self esteem. Thank You Mr. Cheeseman for what you do with my children


Making it rain and getting tough.

May 16 2014 by Shark Fin (Active Student with 1 - 3 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

It has been the best place to workout. Mr. Cheeseman is an awesome trainer and is always pushing us to do better and excel. I love the HITT class and the morning classes are the best way to start the day!


Great Studio

May 06 2014 by JROD (Active Student with 3 - 6 Months Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

Rodney Chesseman Karate & MMA is a great place to learn self-defense and a great way to get a work out in. With Rodney Cheeseman’s expertise in mix martial arts ranging from Karate to Jiu-Jitsu, he will give you the confidence and skills you need to defend yourself in any situation. Rodney emphasizes how important it is for him to teach woman self-defense and give them the tools to defend themselves. He works on your strengths and weaknesses when it comes to female self-defense. I am enrolled in Rodney Cheeseman’s MMA program and it has improved my strength, balance, coordination and self-defense skills. Rodney Cheese has an awesome cardio class that will get you in shape or if you are in shape will keep you in shape. His cardio class is on a whole other level. He is constantly changing up the class so he keeps you on your toes throughout the workout. His cardio class has me sweating up a storm and I feel so amazing after each workout, I just keep going back for more. Overall I highly recommend Rodney Cheeseman Karate & MMA because it is an awesome way to get in shape or stay in shape and more importantly to learn the skills and the importance of self-defense. So come on out and give it a try.


Your children will learn and grow!

Apr 24 2014 by JenJen (Parent of a Student with 1 - 3 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

All 3 of my children have participated in Rodney Cheeseman Karate and have excelled in class, in school, and in life. They have learned respect of others and of themselves. They have learned lessons not just within the Dojo but lessons they have taken outside the Dojo in everyday life. Sign your child up today. They will benifit the rest of his or her life.


Invigorating & Skill building Workouts!!!!

Sep 03 2013 by Lalita (Active Student with 3 - 6 Months Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Excellent
Recommended:
Yes

I would recommend Rodney Cheesman Karate & MMA Studio to anyone who wants to learn self-defense, karate, kickboxing, MMA, boxing, or just wants to burn fat and get tone. His workouts are invigorating, challenging but most importantly fun!

Mr. Cheeseman's studio is undoubtedly my favorite place to workout!


A Fun and Skillful Place to Study Martial Arts

Feb 25 2012 by G.S (Parent of a Student with 1 - 3 Years Experience at this school)

Quality of Instruction:
Excellent
Other aspects:
Very Good
Recommended:
Yes

A place where the entire family have fun, get fit and learn the true skills of martial arts. A trained, established title teacher, Mr. Cheeseman is the real deal! He teaches the children in a calm, structured environment conducive for all to learn the art. Excellent with children of all sorts, including children who may have attention issues.

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