Red Dragon Karate Ontario

I signed my three year old up under the premise that the sensei could handle working with a typical young, very energetic and easily distracted child. After the first lesson I was being pushed to pay for a month of private very expensive lessons due to my sons «behavioral» issues. He’s three. The sensei is always LATE and we all know waiting in the car for 15 – 20 minutes is really helpful for a three year olds interest. I asked the other parents if the tardiness was typical and they laughed and told me «pretty much every week». One week my husband left work early to see our son, we waited outside almost 45 minutes until the sensei arrived and canceled class because he had a «bee issue» at home. Yes we were still charged for that week. The only time the classes started on time was when the younger sensei was in charge of the class, he was awesome, very patient with all the kids and my son adored him, problem was we never knew when he would be there.
The final straw was when my child was repeatedly scolded because he didn’t understand the instructors demands for a perfect push-​up. He kept yelling at him to get off his stomach, so my child would stand up, he thought that’s what the guy wanted him to so when he said «get off your stomach.» I twice said «sensei he doesn’t understand what you’re asking» he was physically picked up and asked to leave the class because the sensei «couldn’t handle» him. That day there was only one other child in class, another very hyper and unfocused youngster. I was told we couldn’t return until my son had private lessons. I was also criticized in front of other parents for missing some classes and not doing private lessons as suggested. The sensei had no idea why we had missed some classes. (My two year old had a terrible illness and had been hospitalized)
I choose to not return, and didn’t feel responsible to pay three additional contracted months because the sensei «couldn’t handle» my child after promises of expert experience with autism, ADD, ADHD, So we discontinued going because 1. I couldn’t afford private lessons 2. The sensei was rude and insulting 3. It’s very hard to wrangle my three children twice a week and have them sit in the car while we waited for the sensei to show up late and then rush the kids through the class. 4. I never received his full uniform 5. Other parents I have since talked to reported additional crappy behavior. Buyer beware, if you have a little one and are interested in martial arts get them involved in a much cheaper class through the city’s recreation department.

I joined this location because I missed hitting physical bags that my gym classes didn’t provide. I attend the adult kickboxing cardio evening classes. I did a free trial with Master Joe and I immediately knew this was the place for me. Master Joe is great to work with he focuses on technique and cardio training. I am athletic and have had my fair share of experiences with coaches and he is excellent! I find myself challenged yet inspired after every class. I also enjoy the sense of community and accountability at this location lots of families and a lot of positive energy. He also teaches many levels of boxing and karate.

My son has been attending classes since last August and it is very impressive how little kids can learn so many moves and routines in such period of time. Sensei Joe is very dedicated to the children and extremely patient as well. Everyone is very friendly and I absolutely recommend this place.

Disappointed. Talked to Master Joe over the phone about our 5 & 8yr old boys joining karate. He quoted me a price of $ 185 for both. My 5yr old is autistic and I asked if that was an issue. Master Joe said his son also has autism and he teachers others with autism. However, within minutes of the free lesson– the look on his face and his demeanor was annoyance towards our son. For someone who says they know autism, he sure didn’t act like he understood our sons behavior in any way.
Then came the price, which jumped up to $ 299! He started to bully us into signing the kids up, and we felt forced to hand him over money. It left a very bad taste in my mouth, and I did not feel comfortable having either of my children train with this man. I asked for my money back right away and he refused. Not only did he refuse but he then began to disregard us as parents. As if we were terrible parents for not wanting this for our children. I’m sorry, but why would I want to take my kids to a karate class with someone who just called me a bad parent, and who was clearly annoyed the whole time with our kids, while we were there at the location??? Both boys have special needs. My eldest has a heart problem, that we’ve spent most of his life surrounded by doctors and never ending heart surgeries, and my little one with autism.
He tried to convince us to at least take the kids to a couple of sessions to get our money’s worth, of what he sucked out of us. But, as I said before, I don’t feel comfortable allowing my children anywhere near this man. So that’s not going to happen.
You’re an awesome man, Master Joe. Taking money from a family that has two special needs kids. Good for you.

I was interested in having my five year old son join a karate class for some time now, so decided from the great Unilocal reviews to try Red Dragon Karate Ontario. When I brought my son to his introductory session with Master Class I wasn’t expecting my niece and I to join in on the fun, but we were more than happy we did! My son is a shy boy, but Master Class made him feel very comfortable and all three of us were smiling having a great time. The most exciting part about the introductory session was that each one of us had to break a wooden board. We thought there was no possible way we can do it, but from myself, my niece, and my son we all did it! Master Class even let us keep our broken boards and signed them for us, encouraging us that when we become black belts he’ll sign the other broken piece. We had such a great time during the introductory session that I signed my son up for the Mini Dragons class, and also signed myself up for the kickboxing class. We look forward to starting our classes here with Master Class at Red Dragon Karate!

This place is Great! Master Joe class is a great mixed martial arts instructor. I have learned so much from his classes and he is an exceptional instructor. I love his Kickboxing classes every Tuesday and Thursday the classes are a great workout, they’re very helpful to learn proper self defense, and to top i off it’s tons fun! He teaches dedication and confidence. He pushes you to do your best, as well as motivates you. I would happily recommend Red Dragon Karate in Ontario, CA to everyone; great for kids and adults!

I’ve been going here for a little while now and I’d have to say that I enjoy it a lot ! Sensei class is an awesome teacher. I really like that the class is not only building our self defense skills and mind but that we are having fun at the same time. I know from past karate places the teacher had been to strict or just boring. But master class makes the class very fun and enjoyable but also teaches us what’s necessary. I also take the kick boxing /​cardio class that I believe is just the greatest thing ever. Not only am I getting fit but I’m having fun. The environment is entirely positive and active all together. I love to keep on going and hope others will give red dragon karate a chance because you won’t regret it

My husband and I signed up our 4yr old son for Karate it’s been 2 months and he loves it. And now he’s also doing kickboxing because he likes to fight what boy doesn’t. Sensei works very well with kids! So my husband and I decided to sign up our 3year old little girl in karate she has fun. and now it’s a Family affair my hubby our 10yr old daughter and I joined kickboxing the workout is awesome! sensei pushes you to do your best.

My son has been attending Red Dragon since January. He’s learned so much and has really taken an interest in karate. I have seen change in his self-​esteem, and his behavior through the end of the school year. Master Class takes time with each participant during class; and makes corrections while also encouraging, so participants are not embarrassed. I highly recommend Red Dragon!
*The adult kickboxing classes will work muscles you didn’t know you had:)