Canada's Best Karate (Hillside)

Name: Canada's Best Karate (Hillside)
Address: 3055 Scott St, Victoria, BC V8R 4J9, Canada, R, Canada

4.8/5 ★ based on 8 reviews

Contact Canada's Best Karate (Hillside)

Address :	3055 Scott St, Victoria, BC V8R 4J9, Canada
Phone :	📞 +7
Website :	http://www.canadasbestkarate.com/locations/hillside
Categories :	Self defense school , Karate school ,
City :	R

3055 Scott St, Victoria, BC V8R 4J9, Canada

Best Self defense school in Canada

S	Shaun Jamieson on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The dojo is a fun environment and the classes are very kid friendly. So we did two trial classes. The kids liked the classes. Unfortunately we discovered the least friendly pricing model I think I've ever seen for a kids program. You need to pay by belt level (e.g. up to yellow belt). There is no way to know for sure how many months this will cover, plus it forces families to lock in and spend a lot of money upfront (at least $1k per child). This might be in Canada's Best Karate's interest, but its hard to see how this is in the customers best interest. The other big frustration is that the pricing model was not revealed to us until after we had tried 2 classes, despite us asking about it multiple times. Why not communicate this clearly upfront so you don't waste people's time. I had high hopes and was disappointed. My advice, try somewhere else. We just signed up for a class at Cedar Hill Rec Center. The calibre of marital arts is great, its still kid friendly, and its less than half the price. I'd rate the program higher on its own merit (maybe even a 4), but gave it a 2 overall because of their pricing model.
R	Rowan Froese on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ If you're experienced in martial arts or just getting started, Sensei Kieran and the teaching staff at Canada's Best will make sure you feel welcome. At Canada's Best they offer karate, muay thai, boxing, and jiu-jitsu, plus they have a squat rack and bench press for strength and conditioning. Join Canada's best, you'll be happy you did.
C	Christie Harvie on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sensei Kieran is fantastic and the program at CBK is perfect for kids of all ages (including adults, I joined after watching mine have such an amazing time for years) with lessons going well beyond just karate. I wouldn't send my kid anywhere else.
T	Tom McNamara on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Our 8 year old daughter has been going to CBK Hillside since she was 5. She has tried a lot of programs -- figure skating, dancing, gymnastics, etc -- but Karate is the one thing she has stuck with. That means a lot to us, because we have seen how it has built her self-confidence and stamina, character traits that will help her throughout life. Sensei Kieran's style is to keeps thing fun for the younger kids, while teaching the structure and discipline of karate. CBK is not cheap, but we feel the overall value it offers is well worth the benefits it provides. CBK Hillside offers numerous extra-curricular activities, such as tournaments, PD day and summer camps, which help busy parents and allow students to spread their wings. And the dojo's efforts to stay open during this pandemic -- through Zoom sessions and other innovative offerings -- shows how much they are committed to their students. We are very grateful for Sensei and all his assistants and staff, and encourage anyone interested to give it a try.
M	Maria Elena Huaman on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Can't say enough good things about Canada's Best Karate. Really great instructors, truly exceptional people. These are the type of people you want your kids to learn from. It also has a relaxed atmosphere for a place where hard work happens, which was a nice surprise!
H	Helen Brooks on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Canada's Best Karate Hillside is definitely the best! Sensei Kieren is SO good with the kids. He knows just how to motivate and he makes them put in 100% and in a way that is edifying. The kids love him and his staff. Our daughter has really benefited from attending the dojo. It has increased her confidence, stamina, and has been a very positive social atmosphere for her, too. Finally, the folks at CBK have done a magnificent job of navigating the whole COVID thing and they have been extremely generous in making sure people are getting the value for their money at the dojo during these tough times.
M	Melissa O'Shea on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Sensei Kieran is a fantastic instructor! He is supportive, and our whole family enjoys his classes! My children started karate 8 years ago and my husband and I joined about 4 years ago. We always have a good time at the dojo with fun, challenging classes. It takes a special skill to teach teeny, tiny kids and adults and all the ages in between, and Sensei Kieran is amazing at it!
J	Jessi Dildy on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Our son has been training at CBK for 3+ years and we have been so impressed at the quality of. Instruction and leadership. Sensei Kieran does an amazing job challenging the kids to work hard and persevere. He is firm and fair with plenty of humour to keep kids smiling through the whole class. Classes are offered on a flexible schedule which has made it easy to stick with karate through seasons and the virtual karate classes during COVID were much appreciated. I am also very impressed at the confidence and leadership displayed by the young kosan teachers. The teens that lead or assist classes are respectful, kind and excellent role models for younger students. Karate classes at CBK are well worth the investment!