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Goshen Academy of Martial Arts

Martial arts school · South Roxana, IL · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 against the other companies in this category (Satisfaction and Reliability also count absolute quality: 65% absolute, 35% relative), then weighted:Satisfaction 45%90+40.2Reliability 20%86+17.2Craft & service 24%60+14.1Momentum 12%100+11.8Experts Score= 83Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 30 tutoring centersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 59%
5.0 ★★★★★ 100 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
75%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Goshen Academy of Martial Arts at a glance

Google reviewers rate the school five stars based on a hundred reviews, with the owner responding to seventy-five percent of them. Customers frequently describe the instructors as patient and focused on teaching children discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills. Many highlight the inclusion of life lessons and character development within the classes, noting that the environment is welcoming and suitable for various ages. One three-star review criticized the pacing, stating that the instructors spoke too quickly and failed to provide individual attention for a shy student.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 100 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 100 Google reviews (89 with written comments, 7 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 75% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 5, 2026.
  • Service: Tutoring Center serving South Roxana, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other tutoring centers

Percentile per factor (100 = best)Percentile vs other companies in the category: 70 means better than 70% of them.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: craft & service.

Satisfaction90Reliability86Craft & service60Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 90 (median 79)Reliability: 86 (median 77)Craft & service: 60 (median 71)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
This companyTutoring Centers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 38% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; 65% absolute (3.5★ = 0, 5★ = 100), 35% vs the category.Goshen Academy of Martial Arts is better than 90% of tutoring centers. Category median: 79.A
90
ReliabilityReliability · 17% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months, or the 20 newest if fewer (fewer = better); 65% absolute (0% = 100, 15%+ = 0), 35% vs the category.Goshen Academy of Martial Arts is better than 86% of tutoring centers. Category median: 77.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 20% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review with highlights; 65% absolute (0% = 100, 10%+ = 0), 35% vs the category.Goshen Academy of Martial Arts is better than 60% of tutoring centers. Category median: 71.B
60
ValueValue · 10% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), 35% vs the category.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 77.–
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MomentumMomentum · 10% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100.Goshen Academy of Martial Arts is better than 100% of tutoring centers. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 5% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), 35% vs the category.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 62.–
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Star ratings

100 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars9999%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars11%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 89 written reviews

  • Praise7499%
  • Complaints11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2837%
  • Would recommend2736%
  • Quality & results811%
  • Honesty & trust57%
  • Communication34%
  • Speed & response23%
  • Price & value23%

What customers talk about

We read 89 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The instructors are kind, professional, and genuinely dedicated not just to teaching martial arts, but to helping each student grow in confidence and…”
  • “I highly recommend Goshen Martial Arts Academy to anyone looking for a quality martial arts program that truly values its students.”
  • “Master Nathan and his instructors are top-notch—patient, encouraging, and truly invested in every student’s growth and confidence.”
  • “Thier core values of honor, integrity and perseverance are applicable to so many situations in life and they give the students ample opportunities to…”
  • “…creed and black belt principles that are repeated at each class and explained during mat chats.…”
  • “Even if you child is shy and hesitant at first, the environment is very welcoming and I am positive they will be joining in the fun in no time at all.”
  • “Sign up for the free class and complete the very reasonably priced trial period and you and your kids will fall in love!”

People customers mention

  • Grogan 25 reviews
  • Nathan 7 reviews
  • Tigers 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

LauraLocal Guide · 275 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Very friendly place. Instructor is amazing! Clean! Great place for kids to learn life skills, manners, and respect. Fabulous opportunity for kids to get out energy too.

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Karen3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Our son has been attending Goshen Academy Martial Arts for the past six months, and the growth we’ve seen has been incredible. Within just the first two months, his confidence noticeably increased, he became more comfortable speaking up for himself and engaging in conversations with adults. Beyond the physical…

David13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

We absolutely love Goshen martial arts! Our son has been attending for almost two years and have seen such an increase in confidence and discipline. The instructors are top notch. While the physical tools taught are great, the "mat chats" and the topics discussed are a key component of each class. Highly recommend having your kid try out this studio!

Jamaicca2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Was new to the whole experience and this was perfect dojo to put my son in! All the instructors are amazing and they do a really good job at creating relationships with every student and parent.

April2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

My son started with a free trial over a year ago. We decided we wanted to stay! He’s learned skills to help with daily life struggles, boost confidence & defend! The instructors are awesome and I’m grateful we are apart of the Goshen family!

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Bill1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

The academy is awesome. The instructors are so great with the kids. My son has learned so many life skills while having fun doing it. We can’t say enough great things about the academy.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 100 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Shelli Wilson8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shelli has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great place to learn

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your kind feedback Shelli! I appreciate you guys being a part of our academy :)

Laura BorchertLocal Guide · 275 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very friendly place. Instructor is amazing! Clean! Great place for kids to learn life skills, manners, and respect. Fabulous opportunity for kids to get out energy too.

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Hi Laura! Thank you for your kind review. This made my day reading this. We appreciate your family being a part of our academy :)

M HLocal Guide · 58 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews M has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Goshen Martial Arts Academy. Master Nathan and his team of instructors are, simply put, incredible. From day one, we’ve been impressed by the level of respect and care shown to every student. The instructors are kind, professional, and genuinely dedicated not just to teaching martial arts, but to helping each student grow in confidence and discipline. They expect focus and effort from each and every student, and in return they provide martial arts expertise coupled with incredible support and positive reinforcement. My kids have absolutely thrived in this environment. They’re more engaged than I’ve ever seen them in any activity, and it’s clear how much they’ve grown both physically and mentally. The instructors strike the perfect balance between encouragement and challenge, and it’s made a real difference for my kids. I highly recommend Goshen Martial Arts Academy to anyone looking for a quality martial arts program that truly values its students.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you for the kinds words sir! Reading this warms my heart so much. We’re so grateful to have you guys part of our martial arts family, and sharing your experiences here!

Karen Delgado3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our son has been attending Goshen Academy Martial Arts for the past six months, and the growth we’ve seen has been incredible. Within just the first two months, his confidence noticeably increased, he became more comfortable speaking up for himself and engaging in conversations with adults. Beyond the physical training, he’s gained valuable life skills such as discipline, respect, and self control. He genuinely looks forward to each class. We are very grateful for the positive impact this academy has had on him and highly recommend it!

Response from the owner · 9 months ago

Thank you so much for being a part of our academy! We're so proud of the example your son sets in class, and I'm so happy to hear how his confidence has improved. We appreciate your kind words!

David Boduch13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We absolutely love Goshen martial arts! Our son has been attending for almost two years and have seen such an increase in confidence and discipline. The instructors are top notch. While the physical tools taught are great, the "mat chats" and the topics discussed are a key component of each class. Highly recommend having your kid try out this studio!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you David for your kind words!!! We appreciate you for being a part of our academy :)

Jamaicca Brown2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jamaicca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Was new to the whole experience and this was perfect dojo to put my son in! All the instructors are amazing and they do a really good job at creating relationships with every student and parent.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

I appreciate you sharing your positive words Jamaicca! We're so grateful you guys have been at our academy for all of these years.

April Jones2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews April has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My son started with a free trial over a year ago. We decided we wanted to stay! He’s learned skills to help with daily life struggles, boost confidence & defend! The instructors are awesome and I’m grateful we are apart of the Goshen family!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you so much April! I love the photo as well, solid break as usual from this rockstar. Looking forward to his time in the green belts :)

Bill Nance1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The academy is awesome. The instructors are so great with the kids. My son has learned so many life skills while having fun doing it. We can’t say enough great things about the academy.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you so much Bill! Crazy to think your son is already almost a green belt. The time has sure flown. I appreciate you being a part of the academy!

Angel Nance5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Goshen Academy has been a great addition for our family. Our son has not just been given an outlet to get some energy out but has learned so many life lessons. He’s become more confident introducing himself (which they practice in class) and having overall confidence in himself. He has learned a lot of self motivation from the academy’s student creed and black belt principles that are repeated at each class and explained during mat chats. All the extras they offer the community through additional camps and buddy nights are great for working parents!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Wow, thank you for all of the kind words! I appreciate all of the detail you shared about what you enjoy most about the academy. That means so much to me :)

Ben Price7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Goshen Martial Arts is absolutely amazing! Master Nathan and his instructors are top-notch—patient, encouraging, and truly invested in every student’s growth and confidence. The environment is positive, disciplined, and welcoming for all ages. You can tell they care deeply about both skill development and character. Highly recommend Goshen Martial Arts to anyone looking for an outstanding martial arts program!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you so much for kind words Ben! Reading this made my day. So grateful you guys are part of the academy :)

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