The Martial ARFS Dog Training & Fitness Center

Alexis Abbatemarco

2024-04

You will LOVE taking your dog to Martial ARFS! I was very happy with our evaluation session. The trainer took the time needed to make an assessment of what my dog needed and come up with a strategy on how to achieve the desired results. All the reviews I have read on Martial ARFS are spot on. They are knowledgeable, experienced and very professional. I highly recommend this place for your dogs training, agility and rehabilitation needs. You will not be disappointed!!! Their facility is very clean and has all of the equipment needed for your dogs training. They get 5 stars from me.

Maryann Wegh

2024-03

My dog has hip dysplasia and arthritis and the sessions have truly been so helpful! Bonus is that he really enjoys the sessions and leaves very enriched. The staff is amazing, patient & knowledgeable. Def recommend this both to bond with your dog as well as improve their overall health!

Priscilla Antunez

2024-02

Frida Panda LOVES Martial ARFS! (She gets excited as soon as she knows we’re headed there, which is blocks away). And most importantly, we get complimented for her behavior with both dogs and humans whenever we take her out with us. Thank you!!! 🐾🐼❤️

Carol Chang

2024-04

Our experience thus far has been great. Jeris was pleasant and thoroughly explained what Jasmine needed for rehab. Rachel has been wonderful working with Jasmine who has been showing improved strength every week. A good investment for our dog's health and wellbeing.

Nic Lauro

2024-02

The staff here is absolutely incredible. They are kind, passionate and knowledgable about their positions. I have had the privlege to learn quite a lot with them and we have only just begun! They work with YOU and cater to you and your dogs personally. They always know my girl when we come in and are patient and understanding with her anxious tendencies. I CANNOT reccommend this place enough to those who want to begin training or advance their previous training!

Logan

2024-04

Bringing my dog to the martial arfs for private sessions was one of the best things I could’ve done for her. The trainers did everything perfectly. They are genuine, warm, fun, and extremely knowledgeable. My dog loved them and I couldn’t thank them enough for such an amazing experience!!

Tallulah Barkhead

2024-02

We Started Martial ARFS a couple of months ago after calling around to trainers knowledgeable and willing to work with our deaf puppy. We are NOT disappointed. Our pup is thriving here and learning so much. All of the trainers are working together, figuring out the best approach and what works best. The private and the group classes both have been wonderful and we will be continuing on for the foreseeable future! Highly recommend Martial ARFS.

Shannon Dilluvio

2023-08

The trainers are each really invested in each dog in their group classes. I love leaving with home work, tips & strategies to implement at home. The different classes, group/ private and option to swim keep it fun & exciting for my dog and I! We look forward to earning more bandanas for our dog!

Kimberly Rivas

2023-06

Everyone is very helpful and sweet, it feels like a community of support. My dog is very happy going and she's learning a lot which we implement at home. They are extremely patient and will always teach us different ways of training our pups. I can’t thank them enough!

Jackie Walter

2024-03

This is a great place to bring your dog for training. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Their love for animals is apparent and everything they do. My dog just loves going there.

Dina Floccari

2023-10

I have purchased 16 classes to train our new puppy (10months). Based on the first few sessions, we are new to owning a dog and appreciate the professional trainers. They are patient and work with your specific needs. I recommend.

The Chius

2022-05

I’ve been going for less than a year and there has been a HUGE improvement in my high energy pup. When we first started, she was an uncontrollable ball of fur destroying everything and nipping everyone. We nearly gave her away. I’m not a seasoned dog owner and our dog was very hard to manage. We started classes and then added some private classes & swimming classes. It has been a couple of months now - with a break in Aug cause my family was super busy - and she’s still high energy but we can pick her up & cuddle her (she wouldn’t let us touch her), she can walk off leash, she doesn’t try to run away and she follows commands. I think the regular classes helped more than anything. The repetition helped me to train her and it was great having teachers 2x-3x a week. They are extremely knowledgeable and trained me to train my pup. I’m adding a pict of my sweet doggo from today. She just earned her “white belt” from Martial Arfs. Would definitely recommend!

Tracey Nekulak

2022-05

The trainers at Martial ARFS are professional, accommodating, knowledgeable and caring. Cody loves going to his lessons, and he has only had three. The communication is simple through the website, email and app. Most importantly I see results when we continue the training at home. The facility is immaculately clean, you would never know that their business is dogs. We are looking forward to some swim lessons when the weather warms up. Cody and I both appreciate the expertise that the trainers share.

Lisa Brandquist

2023-05

Since starting private lessons at Martial Arfs, my 7 year old dog is more athletic, confident, and energetic. He's learned new tricks and skills and even went swimming! He seems like a happier dog and it makes me happy to see him happy!

Carrie Hendricks

2024-01

I was able to observe another dog who obviously had been training and was following various commands, so I was impressed. The short time that my dog was there, he responded positively to the commands given, so I felt there was hope.

michelle hincapie

2023-05

It was great to see our pup having so much fun, the facility is nice and it's a welcoming environment. Yehman was informative and so sweet! We can't wait to go back!

Alyson Puhn-Cohon

2023-08

I was very confident with how Jeris spoke with us about his philosophy, his staff, and very impressed with his approach, knowledge and ability to connect with my dog. He made us feel welcome, and that we were definitely in a place that will be beneficial all around. We can't wait to get started!

Inna Koppel

2023-05

The instructors at Martial Arf are kind and patient. Wally overcame his fear of swimming with their help🐕‍ ❤️

Kayley Seder

2024-03

My pup went for ACL rehab. The team was knowledgeable, helpful, and my dog had a fun time.

DB Linguiti

2023-07

Different trainers, inconsistent instruction, no real training philosophy. Waste of money. I took my 2 dogs at $65 each for 1/2 hr session and in the end spent $1000+ for a package and had different trainer every time. No progressive plan in place for the package of sessions. They literally asked ME every session what I wanted to do with them that day. I thought that was their job. Every time it was like starting over. No progress with the one issue I went for. If they tried something and it didn’t work they spent the whole time talking to me about it. Basically an indoor park for dogs. When I couldn’t go for a few weeks because one of my dogs was having joint issues and my vet said to rest her and then go back in a month or so, and when return take it easy, I called once a week for two weeks and they finally call me back with 5 days left on my package before it expires with no care about my dogs condition, they didn’t even ask how she was doing. They are selling and the sale is very aggressive and then there is no value to the sessions for the agility, focus training or any other objectives I may have had. The evaluation was to see if the dogs were “ok” enough to go to their facility. Also, when I arrived on two occasions they made me wait for the dog before us to finish and leave and cut into my time.l with no time added on the end of the visit. They are fine if you cancel but to reschedule is a problem. They said they are really busy so I need to call them everyday to check if they have opening I can get instead of having a waitlist or any communication or customer service. So I’m out $260. Different trainers, inconsistent instruction, no real training philosophy. Waste of money. You can get a doggie treadmill for your house and go to the park and you’d be more useful than this place is.

Clara Lengyel-Kremenic

2023-10

Ellen is a great trainer !She is very enthusiastic and I can see an improvement in my dogs’ swimming ability which is important for keeping them safe around the waterThey are Doxies and unfortunately not the most athletic but they are enjoying the swimming!

Sierra

2023-06

Martial Arfs is a great experience for all dogs, in my opinion. There is a variety of activities to choose from and find what your furbaby enjoys the most. The people who work there are outstanding and LOVE what they do, which makes the experience amazing for both furbabys and parents. I wish there was a location closer, as the commute is the only reason I do not go as often as we can. The place is clean and orderly. The environment overall is amazing for all types of furbabies and their friends!!!

Tanu Kohli

2023-05

I was looking for hydrotherapy for my 12 yr old dog with arthritis and they told me to come for evaluation. Found the facility super clean, full of things to train dogs and the trainers were so warm and comforting. They took their time, examine my dog and recommended pool sessions. They are so good as they answered all the questions that I had and on top of that they are really good human beings that cares for furr babies in need..

Jeanne Castel

2023-05

The staff is so welcoming and patient. We've been going for a few weeks and already see positive behavior developments in our dog! The app is easy to use and makes it easy to find a class that works for us.

MISSY AKA

2023-10

I really feel that both Apollo and I are learning from each lesson. Before and after the session.

Jibi J

2023-11

The idea of a dog fitness center is awesome. I've been wanting to get my dog into some kind of dog sport to keep her active and stimulated. I had high hopes for this place, but it's just not the right one. I should have listened to my dog because she has never been so nervous before.I forgot my treats and I was asked to grab a bag off the wall. I almost did, but then I realized it wasn't free. Of course I didn't because I didn't want to pay for a bag of treats I didn't need and I did already pay 30 dollars for an evaluation. I've been to obedience classes as well as behavioral and even though asked me to bring treats, they still shared if I forgot. I understand dogs do have food allergies , but it wouldn't hurt to lend some treats if someone needed. Keep different flavors in separate glass jars if you have to.The "stress test" with the guy putting on a unicorn mask on and approaching my dog actually stressed her out. She still ended up barking when the guy was not even wearing the mask. Because of this experience, my dog wasn't acting the same as usual the rest of the day and the next day. I noticed she is also more wary of strangers. If I got anything out of this evaluation, it's that my dog needs a confidence boost.And in the end, I was told about packages that started at about 400 dollars. I was honestly not sold enough and one reason I went in for the evaluation was because I thought you could get individual classes. Not everyone wants to drop that much money at once. Way too expensive for what it is, as well.

Dana E. Malave CHHC, AADP

2023-05

Every experience has been better than the last. Jax LOVES every trainer. He cries outside waiting for his turn.

Karen

2024-02

We had so much fun! Our instruction was personalized and we learned so much. Fun continues at home as we work on our homework assignment.

Caitlin Cole

2023-05

My dog absolutely LOVES coming to Martial Arfs (and so do I). The trainers are extremely knowledgeable and are great at creating a safe learning environment for all pups and pup parents. My dog has attended group classes as well as a swim lesson and we have had a very positive experience with both. I highly recommend Martial Arfs to anyone looking for a fun, challenging activity for their fur baby to do!

Helen Papanagnostou

2023-05

When the staff greeted us they made us feel welcomed and comfortable. Emma was very professional and listened to all my concerns. She impressed me with her training knowledge and made me feel confident she could help my dog.