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Readers' Choice: Best Martial Arts Studio

Looking for the dojo with the best mojo? Now taking nominations for the best martial arts studio in northern Dakota County here.

Posted by Troy Melhus, June 25, 2012 at 09:13 pm

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Looking to crack some boards in northern Dakota County?

If you've had a great martial arts experience in Mendota Heights, Eagan, Inver Grove Heights or neighboring cities, please tell us, along with your friends and neighbors, by nomininating your favorite studio in the comments below.

We will take nominations starting this week. Nominations end July 9 and voting will be from July 23 to Aug. 17.

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Ami Ostara Zerwas June 21, 2012 at 12:06 am

I nominate Boltz's Taekwondo in Mendota Heights. They are very good with both kids and adults, of all abilities and skill levels. They also provide many fitness programs for the whole family besides martial arts.

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Tom Burns June 21, 2012 at 01:38 am

I'll second Boltz's Taekwondo. Coming from several other gyms and martial arts styles in the past, this studio blows them all away in workout intensity, training curriculum, and how much of a community it is.

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Bruce Karnick June 21, 2012 at 03:48 am

I have to agree with the previous 2 comments. Having been part of a few different gyms and styles over the years, Family Martial Arts Academy - Boltz's Taekwondo is a great place. Both my kids have flourished there from the start of the school year. They participated in the AMP program initially and have loved being part of this TKD family. The gym has a variety of programs for all ages and fitness levels. Definitely worth visiting and joining!

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Kristina Koyama Stephens June 22, 2012 at 05:36 am

I nominate Boltz Taekwondo. This studio is more unique than others I've been too. They have all sorts of programs here: little ninjas, Fitness kick boxing, taekwondo, AMP, camps for kids, Etc. its fantastic! This studio how's A LOT of dedication! Everyone works together, trains together, and everyone has fun! We grow almost like a family here. It's awesome!

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katyd June 25, 2012 at 05:33 pm

Minnesota Top Team

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Jeff Roberts June 25, 2012 at 09:10 pm

Maybe IGH readers can help me, does Inver Grove have any martial arts studios?

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Ken Coy June 26, 2012 at 11:46 am

Yes. There are a couple of them. Unless I'm mistaken there is one in the strip mall across from the old A&W and one by Bierstube.

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Danielle June 26, 2012 at 11:15 pm

Great suggestions!

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Tarisa June 28, 2012 at 04:32 pm

Fusion Martial Arts in Eagan

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Stephanie January 10, 2013 at 06:01 pm

Fusion Martial Arts in Eagan!

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