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What members have to say about their experience at Evoke.

Check out Evoke Martial Arts reviews of first hand accounts from individuals and families about the classes, instructors, and community at Evoke.

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Members often tell us it’s the community, individuality, and expert coaching that sets them up for success – whether they’re an adult getting a great workout in or building real skill and confidence, or a family finding structured, life-skills-focused training for their kids.

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Evoke Martial Arts & Kickboxing4.9
Based on 403 reviews
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Maki Nemoto
10 months ago
I took adult kickboxing lessons with 2 different instructors....they are amazing and I really liked the way they encouraged me, strict but enjoyable. It is a great way of releasing stress and building up your body!
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Cara Macanuel
3 years ago
Evoke is amazing! They are so friendly and experienced! They have enough staff to go around and correct the moves for each kid which is so helpful! My daughter has grown confidence we have never seen before! Highly recommend!!
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jo2x19
10 years ago
My son has been with Hapkido for about 5 years. He started as a Little Dragon and now he is in the kids class. It's been a great experience for my son as he has developed to be confident and more focus. The instructors are awesome and they continue to bring excitement in every class.
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Darin Ruest
10 months ago
Love this class - have my 4 year old son enrolled and it teaches more than just martial arts, it teaches etiquette, respect and life lessons as well as boosting confidence. A nice clean and bright facility, awesome instructors and a family atmosphere.
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Morfeas Deiktakis
8 years ago
Toronto Hapkido academy is great. If you are looking into hapkido you should defenetly join this school. Speaking from a students perspective the instructors, the other students there are very kind and friendly. The instructors will listen to your questions and give you tips on how to improve your techniques. Overall I think Toronto hapkido academy is great.
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Anjana Rao
3 years ago
After attending the first of 2 kickboxing trial classes at Evoke, I felt so good that I decided to sign up right away! I am not a person who is motivated at a regular gym without instruction. Here, the academy and the instructors have such good, positive energy. They understand your endurance levels and tell you to put in as much effort as you can while also making sure to gently encourage you to test and push your limit each time. I saw results in just 3 classes in being able to hold my plank longer than my first class. Love that every class focuses on improving kickboxing technique and has different combos and burnouts. In my 5 weeks here my endurance, fitness levels and breathing has improved. Also happy that my sciatica that used to affect me often while walking, had completely gone away in less than 2 weeks. I should mention that they take the time to personally check in via text to see if you’re ok when you miss a class. The camaraderie is instant here amongst members and staff. 🙂 Thanks, team, for being so wonderful!
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Vemmanu
5 years ago
I highly recommend Evoke MA place I started Muay thai 2 months ago and I love learning the techniques and movements. The staff and students are great and supportive helping me be better every day!!
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Melani Wijana
9 years ago
A great place for beginners to learn more about martial arts. I have been doing fitness kickboxing program for 4 months. I lose 10 lbs and actually learn more about self defense.
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Vera Zhao
2 years ago
I signed up 2 weeks karate camp for my daughter, she really enjoyed the time there, the staffs are friendly and fun, highly recommended.
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rached fetiti
8 years ago
I recommend T.H.A to everyone, every age and every level, I started two weeks ago ,the staff and members are great. regardless of your level, they show candor, respect and teach you a lot about your self . This place and the people that work there are great, they breath martial art and human value. Hapkido it self, for what I know is more than just a martial arts, its benefit goes beyond any of my expectation. I love this sport and this place, try and you will too
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Roselle Martino
4 years ago
I have to say - I think this club, environment and classes are both challenging and invigorating. Tess and the other instructors understand that skills and fitness levels vary - so while encouraging all class participants to push ourselves, they recognize that each person learns at their own pace. Attention to technique is also important and the instructors will take the time to focus on this without making individuals feel inadequate. For adults looking to increase their fitness or achieve weight goals - in a supportive and non-intimidating environment- Evoke Martial Arts is the place to do it. Highly recommend.
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Erik
10 years ago
I started Hapkido Teens class more than two years ago and I have become stronger and more energetic ever since I newly joined. What I like most about the classes is the discipline, not only does it help me in my training, it also helps me with school and any form of exercising. It is truly a community and I plan on going to classes and events in the future. All their classes teach technique and train physical, mental and spiritual strength. I definitely recommend these classes to people of all age, there is a right class for you.
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Nick Lee
2 years ago
The gym is always immaculately clean and the equipment is well maintained. Staff are always friendly, professional, and respectful. With regards to Muay Thai, the classes teach you strong fundamentals. class members are always helpful and making sure you're improving. A great place to learn and train Muay Thai!
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Sienne Lau
1 year ago
We recently hosted my 7yo son's birthday party at Evoke. We were blown away by Evoke's hospitality and level of service. All of the kids that attended had a blast playing ninja group games and competing in obstacle courses. We were so impressed by the instructors' enthusiasm, patience, and professionalism. They were also so helpful with party set-up and clean-up. Highly recommend Evoke, and we will most likely be back!
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Martin Byrne
11 years ago
Great and supportive environment. Friendly atmosphere makes it very accessible for beginners. My daughter loves their teen program. Real fitness results.
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Daniela Storti
3 years ago
I’m loving the kickboxing class at Evoke. The class is intense and fun. I can get my workout done and spend some time with great people 🥰😊
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Alenoush Espinosa
6 years ago
I’ve been with THA a little over 4 months now doing the kickboxing program! Best decision I ever made to go to their trial class! Ever since then I’ve been hooked! Love the environment, the coaches and instructors are amazing and go above and beyond to help us achieve our goals! Highly recommend this place over and over again!
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mehran najafi
1 year ago
My daughter enjoyed the summer camp a lot. I was also very surprised by how professional and kind the staff were. It was an amazing experience.
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David Illiatovitch-Owen
13 years ago
I started at Toronto Hapkido Academy four years ago as a 33 year old who was feeling pretty out of shape and who had always thought that martial arts would be fun, but had never made it past 2 or 3 classes at any school I had tried. Well here I am four years later having achieved my 1st degree black last November and teaching classes to the kids and juniors. When I look back on my time at THA it is nothing short of amazing. Dayo and his team have been supportive, nurturing, welcoming, pushed me to my limits and beyond, and have become my fast friends. My wife and both my kids have joined me there and have loved it. I would not hesitate to invite anyone to come and experience the fun and challenge at THA.
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David Tam
11 years ago
What I love most about this place is how friendly and welcoming all of the instructors are as well and the other members. The workouts are intense and everyone motivates and pushes one another so that everyone can get the best workout possible!
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Jennifer Kivell
8 years ago
My family’s experience with Toronto Hapkido Academy has been nothing short of fantastic from my very first phone call to ask for information to my daughter’s most recent class. The organization, staff, and classes are top-notch. Everything you could hope for in a martial arts school!
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Natalia Dvornikova
3 years ago
Absolutely amazing no matter what you choose: from kids martial arts classes and camps to adults classes. Always attentive approach and lots of support! Thank you!
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Heidi Philip
12 years ago
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!
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Fanny Garnier
7 years ago
Place is nicely clean! (I found not too many in the neighboorhood have a clean mat) Did the muay thai class & its fantastic for all levels. Their techniques is really really well taught. Just love getting a great workout too. Everybody is super friendly & very respectful, which as a beginner makes u feel safe & comfortable. Looking forward to my next class!
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Ivan Kolesnikov
4 years ago
I started at Evoke MA Muay Thai classes around 2 months ago and I love learning the techniques and movements. The staff and students are great and nice people, and instructors helping me be better every day!! A great place to be and hangout, great instructors. A great place to learn and study martial arts.

Evoke Martial Arts Reviews: Member Spotlights on Their Experience

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Confidence.

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Never too busy.

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It gets easier

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