Metrolina Martial Arts

Fantastic experience: Amazing people with a great environment! Beginner or advanced classes at a fantastic value. They treat you like family.

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and knowledgeable, down-to-earth instructors. I felt very comfortable as a complete beginner, with classes breaking down each technique and building on themselves at a good pace. Definitely a great place to get started and learn with some fun people!

Positive experience: It's a nice clean environment. The instructor really engaged the kids not sjust shouting commands.

Fantastic experience: My son has been going here for a little over three months now and we couldn’t be happier with the experience so far. He’s learning better discipline, getting confidence, and loves going every week. They do a great job of grouping kids based on age, size, and skill level. Very grateful for all they do.

Fantastic experience: I may be biased but this place is pretty awesome

Fantastic experience: Love the facility, newer and seems to be coming alone. Dalton was a great instructor

Fantastic experience: An excellent training center!! I very much enjoyed training with Ed Stahl. He had vast knowledge in all aspects of training

Fantastic experience: Enjoyed my first class and looking forward to learning more!

Fantastic experience: I run a martial arts school in Kernersville, but at least once a month I try to get a student or two of mine together to try and visit Sifu Ed at Metrolina martial Arts in Concord Nc. It is roughly 130-140 miles round trip to visit, and I wouldn’t do it if I did not believe that Ed taught something of value. Sifu Ed has always treated us with respect and kindness. He does not have an ego and his prices are more than fair. We usually visit on Wednesdays to take his JKD, Grappling and Muay Thai classes. He and his students are great and willing to help you learn something or even spar at the end of class. If you’re in the area he is the school to visit.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism

Fantastic experience: Sifu Ed is the man.

Fantastic experience: Metrolina Martial Arts is my favorite place to train in the Carolinas. Each of the four programs has a deep curriculum and is focused on practical application. The best part is the atmosphere. Everyone from the instructor through the students is welcoming and helpful. Everyone works together to learn. It's a great place to train whether you're just starting your martial arts journey or have studied other styles. Highly recommended for any age group.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality , Value Coach Ed and his staff are amazing and genuine people. His wife Ashley does all sorts of goodies for the kids. When we moved here from NY during pandemic they became friends quickly. They have helped my family out in more ways then just teaching them ju jitsu and Muay Thai. Proud to call them friends and an extension of our family.

Fantastic experience: This is a great school and Ed has a lot of passion and experience that gets everyone excited each day they go to class. Love this school.

Fantastic experience: Supportive and encouraging group of people here. I felt right at home! Thanks, Ed!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic place to get in shape and learn something new. Ed is great at what he does and makes everyone feel so welcomed.

Fantastic experience: Sifu Stahl is an amazing Instructor and incredibly knowledgeable. My Family enjoys learning Martial Arts from him. I highly recommend his Academy and programs.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend this martial arts studio! This place is absolutely incredible. The instructors are really great. They are very knowledgeable. They are constantly encouraging their students. They also make class a lot of fun. The culture that sifu Ed has established here is second to none. Everyone is very respectful and is there to have a good time and learn some cool stuff. I knew almost nothing about martial arts when I signed up. Completely green. Sifu Ed and the other instructors have been nothing but welcoming, helpful, and most of all, patient with me. You can really tell that the instructors here have a serious passion for teaching these arts. Even as the covid-19 situation shut the dojo down, sifu Ed continued his curriculum via zoom for those that wished to participate, which I was extremely thankful for. The classes are always so great. I am getting in great shape, having fun, making new friends, and learning some really awesome stuff. I am truly grateful for sifu Ed's continued dedication to teaching these arts. It's crazy to think how much attending this school has already changed my life. I will be forever in your debt Metrolina Martial Arts. Thank you

Fantastic experience: Ed and his crew are great with the kids and make things fun and interactive. Definitely recommend them!

Fantastic experience: Great place to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and other styles. Excellent coaching and a welcoming atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: Metrolina Martial Arts (MMA) is a wonderful place to get a great workout, while learning a new skill. All of the very knowledgeable instructors have created an open and friendly atmosphere - doling out positive remarks or constructive criticisms, as needed. You may try out for any class for free and don't worry about bringing equipment because they have various items available to borrow, which are cleaned after use. Each class is open to all skill levels and there are opportunities to compete, when you decide if that is something you want to do (not required). On a more personal note, I was honestly nervous the first time I walked in to MMA. My past involves trauma and after one specific incident, I decided enough is enough. As part of my healing journey, I thought learning a way to defend myself could help. Not only has the atmosphere of MMA been encouraging for me physically, but I have seen mental and emotional improvements in myself too. The instructors and fellow students have helped more than they will ever know. Other reasons I was nervous are because of my age (closer to 40 then I want to admit) and gender (female). Let me simply say age, gender, and fitness levels are non-issues at MMA! Finally, if you are remotely interested in seeing what MMA has to offer you, please come out and give a free class a try - can't wait to see you there!!

Fantastic experience: Let me start with some highlights about Metrolina Martial Arts: 1. The Instructors Ed and Tim are both certified and experienced. BJJ through Carlos Machado, Kali / Jeet Kune Do through Ron Balicki, and Combat Submission Wrestling through Erik Paulson. Muay Thai through Bill Graff. 2. Friendly Class and Instructors. A very tight knit group that are very open to help. If you are a new face you will get lots of one on one. You will also be encourage throughout your stay. 3. Free to try any class - Free week of training with no obligation. You can even change into a clean Gi for BJJ after Muay Thai/ 4. Not SINK or SWIM. The Dojo is a learning environment. You will be encouraged to push yourself but at your comfort level. 5. A safe place to learn. Coaches monitor the intensity level to prevent injury. If you are doing something unsafe the Coaches will stop you and respectfully point it out. 6. CHECK the EGO at the door. This is not the Ultimate Fighter try outs. No one wants to be hurt and no one want to hurt you. There is no Shame in the tap. The one negative review this place has is probably from a person who came in for a free week and tried to sumo slam a white belt. They were probably also put into an arm bar and choked until they tapped. 7. You will see results if you stay committed. 8. Ed and Tim are passionate about teaching and want you to learn and have fun. In closing, what are you waiting for??? Its a free week of training!! Go there and find out for yourself.

Fantastic experience: Great people and great kids program. Both my son and my husband take BJJ there. Love the people.

Fantastic experience: Awesome instructors and great environment!

Fantastic experience: Metrolina is a great place to train! Great environment, you are welcomed and treated like family.

Fantastic experience: I would definitely recommend Metrolina Martial Arts! They offer a week free trial to let you try out all the classes. The instructors teach people of all experience levels from beginner to advanced. They are very knowledgeable about their disciplines that they teach. They make martial arts simple to understand and fun at the same time. The instructors also teach younger children which is really great! The children always have a great time while learning the martial arts. Metrolina is definitely family friendly, and they offer an inexpensive monthly rate that does not break the bank. I couldn’t ask for a better dojo to be a part of!

Fantastic experience: I couldn't love this place more. I've gotten healthy, learned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, lost 40 lbs, and made life long friends. Thank you Ed and staff for being who you are and turning me into a new person!

Fantastic experience: Nice Academy with a very friendly instructor I highly recommend you check them out.

Fantastic experience: I trained JKD, Muay Tai, and Jujitsu at Metrolina Martial Arts for just about one year. Metrolina Martial Arts is a fun, challenging, and safe place to train. The instructors are highly knowledgeable and deeply care about your development in the Martial Arts. I am immensely grateful to have started out my martial arts journey here. If you are looking to start training for the first time, looking to find a new gym, or looking for a martial arts program for your children, you must give Metrolina Martial Arts a try!