- Address:530 Wellington Ave, Cranston, RI 02910
- Phone:(401) 300-2647
- Website:http://www.burkesmartialarts.com/
- Rating:2.3
Burke's Martial Arts
Reviews
Rated 2.3/5 based on 23 customer reviews.
Eric LaLone
May 15, 2020 19:34
The instructors at Burke's Martial Arts are knowledgeable, approachable, and most of all have integrity. I would recommend any of their classes!
Phil Swanson
April 29, 2020 12:25
They keep taking money out of your account, EVEN after you cancel. Was told to email them to request to cancel. So I sent them an email cancelling membership back in late October, never emailed me back after that. I look today in my bank account they withdrew 5 months worth of membership fees within the past week. I did not authorize these transactions. I notified the fraud department. Hopefully people will reconsider before joining this place.
Dusin Sasser
March 31, 2020 09:41
Absolutely burned on Burke's Martial Arts. Upon learning, like many others, that my financial future as I currently know it may be headed in a very negative direction, it became necessary to make quick changes to manage this situation taking the world by storm as effectively as possible. One of these changes includes doing away with extras, luxuries, or non-essentials which includes a membership at a martial arts gym. While learning I may be suddenly found without a job and facing a rapidly changing lifestyle, I also learned that the things taking place in my life as well in the world mean nothing compared to the dollar that stands to be made by this business. I was told by Michael that since I didn't attempt to cancel at least 30 days in advance, I would still be billed. Ignoring the fact that 30 days ago, life was proceeding as normal here and people were not facing unemployment and troubles as we are more recently. To top that off, I was reminded of a 199 cancellation fee for early membership termination. For two people, that is up to ~600 just to not go during this time of hardship. So in a time where things have become so serious that mortgage and utility payments are being deferred up to six months and these people can't even go to work because of the same issues everyone is facing, they show no intention of accomodating anyone or letting up on what seems like a quest set out on purely for profit. I should have minded the red flag of books left lying around like The Art Of Selling Memberships (a literary work rooted in capitalism and teaches how you too can sell millions in memberships) and but I thought they were just for training models. I was wrong. The plan was to go back once all this calmed down and financial stability was regained. No longer is this the plan. These practices are not honorable or respectable at all and I can not advise someone associate those words with Burke's Martial Arts. The only word I can think of now is greed. Hopefully for others they will revise their practices going forward, especially in times of crisis, in an effort to show you that they care about their members as much as the money.
ttv Panic
March 7, 2020 21:31
I was treated poorly towards the end of my stay,
Marianna Falcão Hess Vieira
September 12, 2019 20:27
Awesome place. Awesome people. I only started a month ago, but I am so happy to be part of it. Mr. Burke and coach Ian are absolutely amazing, they have a lot of patient to teach you and actually wanna make sure you are doing it right. I was so shy at the beginning because everyone looks so good and professional, but then I noticed how everyone was so welcomed and how Muay Thai is not something only about fight but about focus as well. Best place to challenge yourself and change your lifestyle (at least is changing mine). Out of my comfort zone, making me improve everyday a little bit, enjoying every class annnnnd losing some weight lol.
Loved it! Thanks for bringing me back to a happy fitness life!
Sergio Marquez
August 30, 2019 21:33
Horrible they dont teach you anything here if you guys want to learn something usefull go to another place
Luis Rodriguez
February 20, 2019 20:35
Horrible to do business with. STAY AWAY. Jake expects service for free. He first ask to have things fixed but then complained about price. Funny how he blames us for a poor product he bought elsewhere. We tried to help with free visits but I guess free isnt enough. Other reviews on here with one star is on point. He seems to think he is the only customer in the world. Acting like a child by leaving bad reviews says alot about his character. On this note let him be angry at the world cause nothing makes him happy. Keep defending your poor reviews. Great job lol
Katie Schussheim
August 28, 2018 18:27
I loved my kickboxing instructors and attended classes regularly for months; however, Jake has been extremely rude and unprofessional during the process of cancelling my contract with AtomicKickboxing.com. After following all necessary steps written in the contract for proper cancellation due to medical reasons/injury I have continued to be charged each month since. This has been going on for 3.5 months thus far. Charges keep coming and I've sent my documents multiple times via mail AND email to both the owner, Jake, and the financing company to prove I've fulfilled the contract. I was met with a rude phone call and voicemail from the owner in the beginning and then he began ignoring all communications. The financing company manager was very helpful and did everything he could to help. Definitely try kickboxing! Don't do it with Burke's Martial Arts / AtomicKickboxing.com!
PS: I sent a physical therapist's note AND a note from my Primary Care Physician! The note from my PCP was sent 3 times through email and mail following the physical therapist's note. I drove to my doctor twice to pickup different notes to satisfy the "doctor's note" requirement. Don't fall for the lies of this place.
A Google User
August 28, 2018 18:27
I loved my kickboxing instructors and attended classes regularly for months; however, Jake has been extremely rude and unprofessional during the process of cancelling my contract with AtomicKickboxing.com. After following all necessary steps written in the contract for proper cancellation due to medical reasons/injury I have continued to be charged each month since. This has been going on for 3.5 months thus far. Charges keep coming and I've sent my documents multiple times via mail AND email to both the owner, Jake, and the financing company to prove I've fulfilled the contract. I was met with a rude phone call and voicemail from the owner in the beginning and then he began ignoring all communications. The financing company manager was very helpful and did everything he could to help. Definitely try kickboxing! Don't do it with Burke's Martial Arts / AtomicKickboxing.com!
PS: I sent a physical therapist's note AND a note from my Primary Care Physician! The note from my PCP was sent 3 times through email and mail following the physical therapist's note. I drove to my doctor twice to pickup different notes to satisfy the "doctor's note" requirement. Don't fall for the lies of this place.
A Google User
May 18, 2018 14:40
Extremely unprofessional and predatory. They will trap you into a situation where they are taking money from your account after attempting to cancel with them. Responded unprofessionally after attempting to resolve this problem as a disgruntled customer who was surprised to see charges after taking steps I was directed to take by the company to cancel. Avoid this company for your peace of mind and wallet. I stand by my review and have proof of all correspondences which includes vitriol , inappropriate name calling and personal attacks sent towards to me by this owner. This public response is the most professional response received from them and is a facade to invalidate this review. Again, avoid this company, no costumer deserves to be treated the way I've been.
Please note, I was never abusive towards anyone at Burke's. I did express my genuine disappointment in the way that the my attempt to cancel was handled. I believe leaving me to incur charges and later requesting after I had been charged that I needed further proof is unprofessional and predatory. Most disturbing are these messages I received from the owner shown in the attached picture.
Dami I
May 18, 2018 14:40
Extremely unprofessional and predatory. They will trap you into a situation where they are taking money from your account after attempting to cancel with them. Responded unprofessionally after attempting to resolve this problem as a disgruntled customer who was surprised to see charges after taking steps I was directed to take by the company to cancel. Avoid this company for your peace of mind and wallet. I stand by my review and have proof of all correspondences which includes vitriol , inappropriate name calling and personal attacks sent towards to me by this owner. This public response is the most professional response received from them and is a facade to invalidate this review. Again, avoid this company, no costumer deserves to be treated the way I've been.
Please note, I was never abusive towards anyone at Burke's. I did express my genuine disappointment in the way that the my attempt to cancel was handled. I believe leaving me to incur charges and later requesting after I had been charged that I needed further proof is unprofessional and predatory. Most disturbing are these messages I received from the owner shown in the attached picture.
Alan Wickman
April 28, 2018 08:01
Mr Burkes teaching style may not be everyone's cup of tea so to speak, but in the very short time I have been there he runs a tough Muay Thai class that not only focuses on physical condition but also technique. I will update after 6 months to tell you how it's going.
A Google User
April 28, 2018 08:01
Mr Burkes teaching style may not be everyone's cup of tea so to speak, but in the very short time I have been there he runs a tough Muay Thai class that not only focuses on physical condition but also technique. I will update after 6 months to tell you how it's going.
Alex Otterbein
October 25, 2017 14:19
Had a great experience! First off I have never taken a kick boxing/ martial arts class in my life. A friend of mine from work brought me along as her 'buddy' during their buddy week promotion. The class itself was great, we went from stretching to a great ab circuit into some drills. It seemed to be a class that catered to different knowledge / physical fitness levels which was beneficial for someone like me who didn't know a thing. The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful, they take time to show you the moves and really pay attention to your form. Great experience overall.
Jerry Ma
October 25, 2017 14:19
Profit driven. At the end of my contract they proceeded to continue to bill me for numerous months, during which I never attended their classes. When I called to cancel, I was warned I might be charged a fee for canceling my contract, which I was later informed I wouldn't be, which was supposed to make me feel good about being charged for a few extra months of class but not another additional fee. Great!
There was a three class tryout program that sounded like a reasonable deal. The real point of this is to get you to sign a contract as soon as possible. During this period the staff are very attentive - first impressions matter. I felt pressured into signing up after just one class, but at the time the conditions of the gym were decent. However, over time the number of students more than doubled and the classes became more and more crowded. The place started to reek of feet after work and sweat - appetizing! That's when I stopped going.
To those who will find these terms acceptable, there is a small community that sometimes has events and gatherings. Have fun!
Kos Juludo
October 25, 2017 14:19
Tip for graphic designers looking to work here: DON'T ANSWER THEIR CRAIGSLIST AD. Burke is a condescending asshat that doesn't know the first thing about employing someone in that profession. This imbecile didnt even know what an employment contract was. Don't let him play you. He's lucky I didn't press a claim against him for the $150 he owes me, but considering what I'm making now that seems like chump change. Overall, no real dojo or Martial Arts establishment advertises for facial care treatment events. What a fraud. LMFAO!
Update: Actually took him to court. FINALLY got the money he owed me! He ACTUALLY tried saying that I never contacted him even though I called and emailed him multiple times lol
Peter kane
October 25, 2017 14:19
Great place, great instructors definitely recommend.
Keri Smith
October 25, 2017 14:19
If this guy calls you to do work for him tell him you're out of business. He is an immature child who doesn't understand basic human decency or he's a sexist hater. Either way run, run away from this bully.
Kos Juludo
October 6, 2017 10:04
Tip for graphic designers looking to work here: DON'T ANSWER THEIR CRAIGSLIST AD. Burke is a condescending asshat that doesn't know the first thing about employing someone in that profession. This imbecile didnt even know what an employment contract was. Don't let him play you. He's lucky I didn't press a claim against him for the $150 he owes me, but considering what I'm making now that seems like chump change. Overall, no real dojo or Martial Arts establishment advertises for facial care treatment events. What a fraud. LMFAO!
Update: Actually took him to court. FINALLY got the money he owed me! He ACTUALLY tried saying that I never contacted him even though I called and emailed him multiple times lol
Jerry Ma
September 17, 2017 18:30
Profit driven. At the end of my contract they proceeded to continue to bill me for numerous months, during which I never attended their classes. When I called to cancel, I was warned I might be charged a fee for canceling my contract, which I was later informed I wouldn't be, which was supposed to make me feel good about being charged for a few extra months of class but not another additional fee. Great!
There was a three class tryout program that sounded like a reasonable deal. The real point of this is to get you to sign a contract as soon as possible. During this period the staff are very attentive - first impressions matter. I felt pressured into signing up after just one class, but at the time the conditions of the gym were decent. However, over time the number of students more than doubled and the classes became more and more crowded. The place started to reek of feet after work and sweat - appetizing! That's when I stopped going.
To those who will find these terms acceptable, there is a small community that sometimes has events and gatherings. Have fun!
A Google User
September 17, 2017 18:30
Profit driven. At the end of my contract they proceeded to continue to bill me for numerous months, during which I never attended their classes. When I called to cancel, I was warned I might be charged a fee for canceling my contract, which I was later informed I wouldn't be, which was supposed to make me feel good about being charged for a few extra months of class but not another additional fee. Great!
There was a three class tryout program that sounded like a reasonable deal. The real point of this is to get you to sign a contract as soon as possible. During this period the staff are very attentive - first impressions matter. I felt pressured into signing up after just one class, but at the time the conditions of the gym were decent. However, over time the number of students more than doubled and the classes became more and more crowded. The place started to reek of feet after work and sweat - appetizing! That's when I stopped going.
To those who will find these terms acceptable, there is a small community that sometimes has events and gatherings. Have fun!
Keri Smith
May 18, 2017 22:19
If this guy calls you to do work for him tell him you're out of business. He is an immature child who doesn't understand basic human decency or he's a sexist hater. Either way run, run away from this bully.
Alex Otterbein
March 22, 2016 15:38
Had a great experience! First off I have never taken a kick boxing/ martial arts class in my life. A friend of mine from work brought me along as her 'buddy' during their buddy week promotion. The class itself was great, we went from stretching to a great ab circuit into some drills. It seemed to be a class that catered to different knowledge / physical fitness levels which was beneficial for someone like me who didn't know a thing. The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful, they take time to show you the moves and really pay attention to your form. Great experience overall.