REVIEWS

I love the trainers, the staffs, and the trainees at Evoke Martial Arts. The trainers are always full of energy and encourages myself and the trainees to try our best in each class. The staffs are friendly and are there to help us with any questions we have regarding class, etc. Overall, Evoke Martial Arts holds a welcoming atmosphere where one could feel comfortable.

I'm glad I decided to try kickboxing here at Evoke Martial Arts. Not only is Tess attentive, she is also enthusiastic and truly passionate about what she does. Every class is a challenge, but in the best way possible. You truly get what you put into it.

I started Hapkido classes several months ago with zero expertise and my experience at Evoke has been incredible! Taking up a new skill or sport especially as an adult can be really intimidating but everyone has been incredibly kind, caring, patient, and supportive. I’ve learned so much, I’ve had so much fun, I feel a lot stronger and I constantly look forward to my Tuesday and Saturday classes. I highly recommend the classes to anyone who wants to try something new!! A huge shoutout and thank you to everyone at Evoke for their amazing work!! I just got my yellow belt today and I’m so excited to come back in the New Year!!

This is a high-quality school with approachable and accessible instructors. It's a smaller school, so you don't feel like you're just another of many students. There are ample opportunities to speak with the instructors both on and off the mat, which is great. The school has a good community feel to it as well. Everyone is nice and supportive. This helps with motivation, which keeps you going to classes week after week. I also think the membership is very reasonably priced, considering the value you get with the available classes and the quality of the instruction. I started with kickboxing, and then I moved into their more formalized Muay Thai curriculum. Both of these are fantastic for learning skills while getting a good workout. More recently, I joined the hapkido classes, and now I'm more active than I've ever been and learning something new every week. What keeps me this active are classes that are challenging, engaging, and ultimately rewarding.

I have been taking the online classes since the beginning of the pandemic and I cannot recommend them more! They have fantastic classes with clear and concise instructions. Great motivators and teachers!

Want to spend more time with your spouse and get in the best shape of life well this is the place for you, the staff is friendly, helpful and will motivate you. Just want to thank the staff for helping us improve our way of life.

Could not be happier with THA. My 6 year old son has been a Lil' Dragon for almost 2 years now and the benefits from the program have been immense. The instructors are constantly instilling important values with the kids (family, respect, focus, discipline) and they are very knowledgeable in how to communicate to the young kids. For anyone looking for a kids martial arts program, I highly recommend this.

Evoke is a wonderful space for my 10 and 15 year olds. Leia is always looking forward to her Hapkido practices and is a big fan of her instructors. Amir loves the Muay Thai classes. The environment at Evoke is the perfect combination of supportive and disciplined. I highly recommend Evoke to anyone who is looking for a great martial arts studio. Nas

I can't say enough good things about Hapkido. My boys have been doing Lil'Dragons and Hapkido for two years and have learnt so much about self-defence, focus & concentration. It has helped with bullying situations and improved their confidence. The staff treat all the kids and their parents like family. It has a wonderful neighbourhood, family feel. The haunted dojo at Hallowe'en is the best!

I've been taking the kickboxing fitness classes for 3 months. Tess is an amazing coach, and the classmates are incredibly supportive and friendly. This place feels more like a family than a gym.

I have been taking kickboxing and Hapkido self defence classes for almost 2 months now and I have loved the experience so far. The teachers are amazing! They know how to push you while keeping your fitness level in mind. The kickboxing is very intense in a good way. They balance the workouts well. I feel like I’m working all my muscles over a couple of weeks if classes. Hapkido is a great experience as well. The only downside is there’s one class a week and it can be hard to remember the moves we learn. The fellow evoke members are also wonderful. Everyone is welcoming and the experienced members are generous with their time and knowledge. I feel like my body has drastically improved in this time I’ve been there. Looking forward to continuing this journey with Evoke!

I’ve been training Muay Thai at Evoke for over a month now, and honestly, it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made this year so far. I originally started with the idea of just releasing energy, but it’s become so much more than that. It’s a full workout, a stress reliever, and a way to train your mind to stay 100% focused even after a long, exhausting day. Somehow, you find energy you didn’t know you had and usually finish feeling amazing. The coaches are highly knowledgeable and genuinely care about your progress. Evoke is a place where you truly feel a strong sense of community. In this short time, I’ve learned something from every person I’ve been paired with. There’s no ego here—just people who genuinely train from the heart. I’ve also made great friends along the way 🙂 thanks yall!

My child attended a week of summer camp and was excited to go every morning. Everyone was very kind and friendly. Highly recommend this facility and its staff!

Ms. Tess runs super fun kickboxing classes. Finishing her class feels like a huge accomplishment every time because the workout is so intense! The environment at Evoke is really inclusive and the people there are all wonderful. By far, my favourite way to change up my workout routine and keep things challenging.

I’ve only been going to a little over a month and I feel like I’ve improved so much! I struggle with stamina but Tess is very patient and helpful through the whole process. There is new people every week so it’s nice to progress with other people too!

I highly recommend Evoke Martial Arts school. My daughters have been training here for a year and they absolutely love it. The instructors are fantastic—supportive and skilled. I've seen my girls gain confidence, discipline, and new friendships. It’s a wonderful place for kids to learn and grow!

Our kids had a blast at Evoke’s Martial Arts & Kickboxing! I wasn’t sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised at how organized and attentive the staff were. It was a great experience from beginning to end. I wish they providing lunch and snacks to make it easier for us parents but they did have pizza lunch on the last day which was nice. I would highly recommend enrolling your kids in this camp! My kids will definitely be back!

I recently started the fitness kickboxing class. Originally I am not a sports type of person. However, I am loving the class and found myself looking forward to my classes after getting off work. I believe starting fitness kickboxing was one of the best decisions I made in the year 2022! It is a great class to freshen up as well as to enhance physical strength👍 Those who are looking to try out something new regarding sports classes, this would be a perfect fit for you👌

Over the years I’ve had trouble keeping with a consistent workout routine. With kickboxing at Toronto Hapkito Academy, I’m always motivated to show up to class! The sessions are always fun, challenging and dynamic. The trainers keep the classes interesting and the workout activities change often; which makes the hour go by quickly. Plus, the other students are very friendly and we all make a point of encouraging each other. I’ve been attending classes at Toronto Hapkito Academy for 3 months and I can see and feel my body transform. I love the results so far and I’m excited to keep going. Also, my friend has recently joined me at kickboxing! Going to class together is a great way to motivate each other in our fitness journey. Kickboxing at Toronto Hapkito Academy is a unique balance between fun and very very hard work. Once class is finished, I feel an immense sense of pride because I know I’ve pushed myself. I love it!

I joined Evoke in August as I was starting my journey to become healthier (both mental and physical). I have been going regularly to the kickboxing classes since then and I really enjoy it. The classes are very good workouts and I feel that I am getting stronger. Everybody is very welcoming and nice. The app make it easy to sign up for classes and they provide both gloves and hand wraps with a membership. Overall I am very happy that I joined evoke and can't wait for my next kickboxing class!

I've had my 2 girls participating on Evoke's Little Dragon Program and strongly recommend it. The instructors are great with children, the classes as fun and engaging and I feel the program is also a strong reinforcement for the children to develop discipline and self-confidence. 5 stars for sure 🙂

My 4 year old enjoys attending little dragons here. Their lessons are age appropriate, educational, and he has fun learning.

I cannot imagine my son’s childhood without his classes at Evoke. The best thing we could have done for him as parents is register him for the martial arts programme at this amazing place. He goes twice a week and has made incredible friendships, while learning the values of discipline, teamwork, commitment, focus and hard work. We see the benefits with every single class. Even the summer camp programme is exemplary. Truly this place is one of the highlights of living in the area. Well done Evoke for caring about your Little Dragons so much.

I signed up our 8 year old son for a week night activity hoping only for some fun and some exercise. Evoke has been the most wonderful experience for us all. In addition to having fun while burning lots of energy, the wonderful team of instructors are also teaching (and expecting) respect, focus and teamwork. These healthy life lessons are incorporated into every conversation and teaching moment and as a parent, it is wonderful to see a group of children absorbing not only the techniques but the important messages that come with them. Thank you to the great Evoke team for all you do with our children.

I've been with the T.H.A. for nearly 5 years now and I love how they became my second family. The instructors and students have helped me become a better person and a better martial artist and still continue to do so. Over the years, training hasn't always been easy for me, there would be hard times where i would doubt myself but the support and the encouragement they give is what keeps me going. I am truly thankful to be part of this family and this community. I recommend T.H.A to anyone who is interested in martial arts, wether you are a beginner or experienced, it is a place where you could be comfortable and thrive at the same time.