JFK Martial Arts

6.40
2201 11th St, Mandeville, LA 70471
Perfect for:
ChildrenSpecial Needs Students
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JFK Martial Arts interior

About

JFK Martial Arts in Mandeville, Louisiana has established itself as a martial arts facility with a particularly strong focus on youth development and special needs accommodation. The gym has been operating for many years, showing particular strength in their children's programs and character development, though recent reviews indicate some concerns about training methods and pricing structure.

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6.40/10

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Instructor imageInstructors
7.50
Class Structure imageClass Structure
6.50
Safety and Hygiene imageSafety and Hygiene
6.00
Facility Quality imageFacility Quality
6.00
Value for Money imageValue for Money
5.50
Location and Accessibility imageLocation & Accessibility
7.00

Public Review Sentiment

Google
Based on 12 Google Reviews
The gym has mixed reviews with older reviews being predominantly positive, especially regarding children's programs, while more recent reviews express concerns about training methodology and pricing.
Last Updated 2 Mar 2025

Instructors

The instructors, particularly Rena, receive praise for their patience and ability to work with children and special needs students. The teaching staff shows dedication to student development, though some concerns exist about their training methodology.

Facility

The facility is described as having a well-worn appearance but functional for training purposes. The space appears to be adequate for classes though maintenance could be improved.

Pricing

The pricing structure includes significant upfront costs and mandatory equipment purchases. Recent reviews indicate concerns about the cost structure being expensive relative to the value provided.

Facility

Generally CleanEnough spaceTraining AreaWeapons StorageEvening Class Space

Gym

Mixed AtmosphereSupportive VibeAverage Safety

Instructors

PatientChild-focusedSpecial needs experiencedSupportive

Classes

GiCompetitionKids ClassesAdult friendly

Pricing

Poor ValueFree trialHidden Fees

A one-week free trial is available for new students to experience the training environment.

Location

Ample ParkingGood Accessibility

Opening Hours

Open now
Monday 9AM - 9PM
Tuesday 9AM - 9PM
Wednesday 9AM - 9PM
Thursday (Today)9AM - 9PM
Friday 9AM - 7:30PM
Saturday 9AM - 4PM
Sunday Closed

Location

The gym offers convenient evening class times and appears to be well-located for local access.

Address

2201 11th St, Mandeville, LA 70471

Website

https://www.jfkmartialarts.com/

Phone

+1 985-266-0664

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they accommodate special needs students?

Yes, they have experience working with special needs students and provide appropriate accommodations while maintaining training standards.

What age can children start training?

Children can start as young as 3 years old in their Tiny Tigers program.

Are evening classes available?

Yes, evening classes are offered to accommodate work and school schedules.