Readers' Choice for Who Offers the Best Martial Arts Program for Kids in Agoura Hills: Johnny Gyro Karate

In one of the most intense and vocal competitions thus far, ultimately took the top spot for having the 'Best Martial Arts Program for Kids in Agoura Hills' in this week's Reader's Choice poll.

Johnny Gyro received 5044 votes, or 56 percent of the vote, while garnered 3067 votes or 36 percent.

Amongst its 29 positive comments:

Amy Short wrote: "Johnny Gyro and his family run an outstanding karate studio. Not only do they really work with the kids on their karate and help each of them really strive to be their best, but they also talk with the kids about how to handle different situations that may come up at school or just in life. They are such a positive force and extremely encouraging. I highly recommend Johnny Gyro to anyone that is interested in karate."

Noel Gyro wrote in an email to Patch: "We are very proud and honored to have been and continue to be a part of the community for 18 years teaching kids, teens and adults ... Mr. Gyro derives the greatest satisfaction from staying true to his ethics and his 40 years of an amazing martial arts career as one of the most well known and well respected men in karate! We are very proud of him and the program he designed - teaching alongside of him is a true pleasure and privilege."

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Check back Monday for our next poll.