Yama Arashi Ryu
About
Yama Arashi Ryu offers a welcoming environment for martial arts enthusiasts in Denver, with disciplines including MMA and karate as well as tai chi, jujitsu, and kenjitsu according to member reviews. The gym operates with volunteer instructors who provide highly skilled and supportive coaching, particularly noted among the black belts. Members appreciate the inclusive atmosphere where people of all fitness levels and backgrounds feel comfortable, with reviewers specifically mentioning that nervous or overweight beginners experience zero judgment from instructors and fellow students.
The gym provides excellent value with reasonable pricing that includes access to all classes, allowing members to explore different martial arts styles. Many reviewers highlight the free first month trial and free testing as significant benefits. Members report practical benefits beyond traditional training, such as using tai chi to heal persistent back injuries and improve performance in other activities like snowboarding. The sense of community is strong, with classes described as feeling like family gatherings where normal people come together to learn self defense skills while getting a great workout that develops both muscles and self control.
Located upstairs in a gymnastics studio, Yama Arashi Ryu has earned praise as one of Colorado's best martial arts clubs through its combination of quality instruction, flexible month to month membership options, and supportive environment that keeps members returning for years.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the welcoming, judgment free atmosphere where beginners feel comfortable regardless of fitness level. Reviewers highlight the highly skilled and supportive black belt instructors, reasonable pricing with access to all classes, and the strong sense of community that makes classes feel like family gatherings. Specific benefits mentioned include using tai chi for injury recovery and improved snowboarding performance, free first month trials, and the ability to explore multiple martial arts styles. No concerns or complaints appear in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Cal Lan
5 months ago
Outstanding classes and instructors, great pricing vs other dojos. I used the tai chi from here to help heal a persistent back injury. After healing I kept going to class and this tai chi made me much better at snowboarding. I've been going here for years and classes are excellent for self defense The first month is free here!
Alexi Vasko
2 years ago
These guys are upstairs in the gymnastics studio. I've been to two karate classes here now and each has felt like a big family get together. I was pretty nervous since frankly I'm overweight and uncoordinated. The instructors and other students are just normal people though and there's been zero judgment. They are also way more reasonable price wise than most places and your fees get you into any class so you can try other styles of martial arts. You can check them out for free so I highly recommend stopping by and seeing if it's a good fit for you. I love it and definitely see myself sticking with it.
Aaron Stone
a year ago
Best martial arts club in Colorado!
Jean O
a year ago
Such a great environment! When it comes to instructing students, the black belts are highly skilled and supportive. In comparison to other dojos I've looked at, the classes are incredibly reasonably priced. Yama Arashi Ryu is an excellent dojo to take classes at if you want to get a great workout and develop your muscles and self-control. They offer a wide variety of styles, including taichi, jujitsu, karate, and kenjitsu, and testing is free. 10/10 fantastic experience with amazing people. I always look forward to attending the classes!
James Land
4 years ago
All volunteer teachers for karate,jujitsu,tai chi. Reasonable yearly membership and you pay month to month.
paymentsMembership
$50/mo
Contact
6180 E Warren Ave, Denver, CO 80222, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 7:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed