Our readers have spoken, and these martial arts studios have the best form in the area. AKF Martial Arts (1606 S Hastings Way, Suite B, Eau Claire) offers a Kyuki-Do program for ages 3-6, 7+, and judo for teens and adults with a focus on growing kids’ self-confidence. Weighing-in in second place is Ronin Fitness (Banbury Place Suit 209, 800 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire), providing an array of programs, including MMA, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, and kids martial arts. In third place is a venerable Chippewa Valley Institution, Elite Karate (Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls), which has been teaching kids and adults & adults honor, discipline, and respect since 1996. —James Johonnott