Team Haanpaa Martial Arts in Rockford
Site: http://www.teamhaanpaa.com/
- Monday:8AM–8:30PM
- Tuesday:8AM–8:30PM
- Wednesday:8AM–8:30PM
- Thursday:8AM–8:30PM
- Friday:8AM–8:30PM
- Saturday:8AM–2PM
- Sunday:Closed
If you want the best place to train your kids, try here. The coaches are dedicated, engaging, highly professionals. It feels like a family. I highly recommend them.
I was visiting family from out of town and stopped in at the gym one morning to train. The instructors and staff were very friendly and inviting. Practiced some descent position transition drills and had some good friendly rolls. All in all great workout and experience. Thank you Team Haanpaa!
The is a wonderful family owned gym. I attend the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at this facility at least three times a week. There are clients of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Kids as young as 4 and adults that are 50+. Dont think that you are too old or too out of shape to start these classes! The coaches are more than willing to accommodate any physical limitations you may have, and adapt the workout and skills to suit you. You will receive personalized attention; the type of attention that you will not receive at a mainstream gym with rotating staff. If you need a cheerleader to help you get started, they can do that too! The Haanpaas are acting admirably by investing in our community and empowering people.If you havent tried Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu it a based on self defense and unlike many other martial arts, there is no striking involved. I like it because it keeps me engaged mentally and physically. It has also methodically reduced my anxiety by a natural and holistic means.There are several coaches that teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Fundamentals and Mixed Levels), Muay Thai Boxing, and their Kick-Fit classes. Professor Darby is very patient and an excellent leader for classes and his staff. If you wonder if his wife, Amanda, is a silent partner in this family owned business, she is not! Amanda is on the mats with you! This is truly a judgement free place to start your fitness journey!
Awesome BJJ and Muay Thai classes. Darby and his team have put together a strong fundamentals program for Jiu Jitsu that is great for self defense and competition. They teach you every thing from tying the belt to triangle chokes. Super clean facilities too!
I started my journey at Haanpaa Martial Arts with their KickFit 6 Week Challenge. Day 1 I fell in love with the atmosphere, staff and fellow challengers. Everyone here is so inspiring, positive and uplifting. The coaches are very attentive and make sure youre doing everything right. Everyone in every class I have ever attended leaves with a smile on their face no matter how much the workout kicked their butt. All the friends I have made, especially the coaches Darby, Amanda, Erich and Jason keep me coming back for more. So if youre looking to get in shape, learn a new skill in Muay Thai or Jiu Jitsu or looking to keep the kids busy with their kids classes etc, and have fun with amazing like minded people come and check these guys out.
Good instruction. Nice facility. Lots of mat space.
My 8 year old son has been going go Team Haanpaa for almost a year now and still looks forward to training every week. Since hes been training with Coach Darby, weve seen improvement in not only his confidence in everyday life, but also improvement with his concentration on tasks at home.We also referred our 12 year old nephew, who has been attending for 6+ months now and have seen the same excitement in him. As parents weve been impressed with the leadership at Team Haanpaa and with their unique ability to get kids excited while learning this useful skill.
Team Haanpaa genuinely care about your personal fitness and bring the best options to you for the most effective and safe way to reach your goal. They helped me lose weight when I needed that extra push to break through when my weight loss had become stagnant.Darby and Amanda sincerely care about the health of each person that comes to them.Some of the best coaches I know in the Rockford IL, area!
Ok, so let me start out by saying I have been to SEVERAL martial arts gyms. Some were awesome some just...not. This gym is awesome! Ive been training with Coach Darby for a couple years now and he is everything you look for in a coach. Hes very understanding, patient, helpful, knowledgeable, trust worthy, and very well qualified. Classes with him are fun and enjoyable...and so are the people! I have been to gyms where the people were so awful I just could not bring myself to go back. But with Team Haanpaa its not just people its family. I always leave smiling and laughing because its just a blast. As a coach hes A+. He breaks down moves for you so they are easier to understand. However, if you still dont quite have the hang of it he will break it down even more! Its amazing...and not only is HE very helpful but the students are too, they never act like a bunch ok know it all jerks. Everyone there is super respectful.The last thing Id like to say is that if you are a woman please dont be afraid to try classes. Normally, classes like these are male dominated but please do not let that deter you from trying it out. Everyone there is very respectful of each other and very respectful of feelings. This is a close contact sport and I think that it keeps a lot of women from trying it out, but it shouldnt because its so much fun and VERY helpful in self defense situations! There are other girls there but partners get switched and some women get scared. But I promise you there is nothing to be scared about! No one is there to be mean or creepy, its all about learning!So come try it out..whether its for fun, general exercise, learning, self defense, or for competition I promise you wont regret it. Its a blast!!
Finished the intro class had a great time already sold
What an awesome place! The community is so blessed to have such professionally run programs. Everyone really cares about your goals and making sure everything is a good fit for you.
Team Haanpaa Martial Arts is a great gym with amazing instructors. If you are looking to enhance your health or learn self-defense this is the gym for you. Great atmosphere and great people.
Team Haanpaa Martial Arts offers many opportunities to get into martial arts. They offer training for all levels - from beginner to experts. The environment is respectful and hardworking. Whether youre into Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, self-defense, or kickboxing -- youll find it all at Team Haanpaa Martial Arts! World class trainers with a desire to make you better - you will not regret joining. What a terrific gym to have in the Rockford area!
Great place to train. I really look forward to the days that I can get out to the gym and get rolling (or striking for boxing/muay thai). This is where I started my martial arts training, and is still my favorite place to go. Ive been to gyms across the states and across the world, but this place is still family. The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program is second to none, and Muay Thai is incredible.
Team Haanpaa Martial Arts is a spectacular gym that truly has something for everyone! Their available Brazilian Ju Jitsu, Muay Thai, and new Womens self defense classes/Kick Boxing classes all offer exemplary training and such a friendly, supportive environment. Team Haanpaa Martial Arts has always given me the opportunity to meet awesome people that have the same interests as i do. I highly recommend them to anybody in the Rockford area looking for a gym to help them learn and thrive in martial arts.
Great place for the whole family to train.Wholesome environment with amazing instructors! Thanks Again Team Haanpaa!!
What can I say, this is my third martial arts school but the first Ive ever signed my kids up for, all three of us go and its the best, it really is a true family, if your even thinking about it go and watch, you will see for yourself
Top quality jiu jitsu and kickboxing instruction! The gym is very welcoming to all, even if youre brand new to martial arts
I signed up! The staff is great. Jason and Amanda left a great first impression. I cant wait to continue may training here.
Wonderful place to exercise mind and body. Traditional fitness programs fall very short of what Darby and his trainers are capable of.
Amazing place over all. Very friendly and welcoming environment. They are very professional and help you with any of your fitness goals you want to get to. Highly recommend!
Great teachers! My son really enjoys it here and its helping with his behavior and focus.
Enjoyed getting to know the owners of Haanpaa! The community is blessed to have them! Keep up the great work.
Kids Jiu Jitus program is great!! Coach takes time to teach each child no matter their skill level or age!! Highly recommend the kids program!!!
Darby was great and my 6 year old son was excited to learn. He understood my situation and is very easy to work with.
Simply the best. The instruction, facilities, atmosphere... everything is top notch. After training at several other places in the area, Id say this is far and away the best around.
Love this place very friendly my daughter just loves going here
Great facility, great people, great training. Darby is a fantastic coach and the rest of the staff is as well.
Nuff said
Awesome place with flexible scheduling. Coach Jason is great!
The instructors are firendly. The gym area with workout equipment is smaller.
Incredible family atmosphere, great instruction, professional and courteous staff. Could not ask for anything more!
Awesom place for kids to learn. Great instructors
Darby is the real thing, when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Inviting atmosphere, and great coaches.
Great place to train for adults and children
Great place to learn, friendly atmosphere
Love everything and everyone here
Total reviews rating 4.8
48 Reviews for Team Haanpaa Martial Arts 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-14Im from out of town and I dropped into a BJJ class. Coach Darby is an excellent instructor. The gym was very welcoming and everyone was very nice. Good gym would definitely recommend.
Review №2
2022-09-05Super kind instructors who know how to teach. I had no background in MMA, and this was a great place to start. Would recommend to anyone who wants to fight at a gym full of friendly faces. Shoutout to Jason for giving me great advice that will help me on and off the mat for the rest of my days.
Review №3
2022-05-06My oldest son just started and he loves it . My youngest went to watch him and told me mommy i wanna fight lol we might have another one going next .
Review №4
2022-08-24Haanpaa has been awesome to my family and I. Ive trained at a lot of gyms and this one is by far the cleanest which my wife and I really prioritize. The cleanliness is just the beginning of their professionalism, the staff, and their curriculum makes sure that every student gets exactly what they need! Couldnt say enough good things about this gym!
Review №5
2021-12-07My son started here about a year ago, and this has been such a wonderful experience. The people are fantastic, everyone is so friendly, and they create a very family-oriented atmosphere. You have to give it a try. There are no words that can fully communicate what they have created!
Review №6
2022-05-09A great place for the whole family to learn and grow in martial arts and fitness. My stepson and I started at HMA two and a half years ago. I looked at a number of BJJ academies, and im glad I chose HMA. At nearly 50 years old, I am in far better physical condition than i was when I started. I am on track to complete a fire academy this month, and i simply could not have done it without the training Ive recieved. Excellent training, coaches, and a lineage that (when coupled with your effort) makes the belt you earn actually mean something. I cant recommend Haanpaa Martial Arts highly enough. Go there, and take a trial lesson. You wont regret it.
Review №7
2021-08-13Best decision I have made in awhile. Coaches are extremely helpful and engaging, you can tell they care about you and your progress. They are always willing to take questions or help on any issue your having. I came to learn self-defense but i kept coming back for the friends, workout, and the composure in daily life that Im acquiring.
Review №8
2022-02-12I was extremely interested in their cardio kicking boxing. Someone contacted me to set up a time to stop in. When I asked about the price I was told the usually set up an appointment and a time for a coach to go over prices. When I explained I would prefer not fall in love with something I cant afford I was told If you fall in love with something then cost wouldnt matter right? lol My advice to you would be to google jiu jitsu prices, as far as I know we are competitively priced with all the surrounding gyms but we offer the most beautiful facility in town!Sorry.. cost does matter.
Review №9
2017-08-09Martial Arts Training, Body Conditioning, and Great Workouts!! In Rockford!Haanpaa Martial Arts currently trains Muay Thai Kickboxing and Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu. The Kickboxing classes offer a mix between technique and conditioning. The workouts are challenging and you have the option to increase/decrease the intensity based on your skill level so you can go at your own pace. The Jiu-Jitsu ground-based full-contact grappling will make you think! No matter what you choose, you cant go wrong with Haanpaa Martial Arts! Dont be scared, come and check it out for yourself!
Review №10
2022-06-27Very enjoyable watching my grandon in class. The coaches were awesome!