Empire Training Grounds is a standout spot for anyone looking to level up their fitness. Chris, the…read moreStrength and Conditioning Coach, is top-notch--he knows how to push you just the right amount while keeping things safe and fun. Whether you're new or experienced, he tailors his coaching to meet your needs. The intimate setting is a great way to ease into things, helping you build confidence before jumping into more advanced workouts. Overall, the gym has a welcoming vibe and is the perfect place to get serious about training. Chris and the team truly make it a place where you can thrive! Also what freaking gym lets you bring your dog with you? Talk about a family friendly environment 10/10!!

Zero Integrity--Values Winning Over Ethics…read more I am beyond disgusted by the behavior I witnessed from the head coach of this academy at the Dream Series Jiu Jitsu competition on March 14, 2026. A martial arts instructor is supposed to be a role model for their students, teaching discipline, respect, and--above all--integrity. This coach has none of those qualities. During the tournament, he blatantly and shamelessly cheated by pressuring the referee to switch the 2nd and 3rd place winners to favor his own interests. It wasn't a mistake or a misunderstanding; it was a calculated move to manipulate the podium results. It is pathetic to see a grown man so desperate for a plastic medal or "team points" that he is willing to rob another child of their hard-earned placement. What kind of message does this send to the students at this gym? He is teaching them that it's okay to lie and cheat as long as you get the result you want. If you want your child to learn "winning at all costs" without a shred of morals, this is the place for you. But if you actually value character, sportsmanship, and the true spirit of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, stay far away from this coach and this academy. He is a disgrace to the BJJ community.

This review is specific for the kids classes from a parent…read more As a family joining CheckMat with no previous martial arts background, CheckMat has exceeded our expectations. From day one, the instructors have each been welcoming and fair to all kids in the program. There is no question that the instructors all enjoy teaching jiujitsu to children of different skill levels and ages, it's definitely a passion of theirs and because of that, the kids safety and instruction is tailored to challenge each kid on an individual basis. As a parent, watching your children develop life skills, gain confidence, improve their fitness, respect others, enjoy competition, and have fun/laugh at the same time is all you can ask for - and that we get with every class we send our kids to. We are extremely happy with our experience at CheckMat and would recommend it to others looking for a challenging and supporting activity for their family.

Not easy walking into an established gym. First impressions can mean a lot. Stumbled upon the mats…read morethe other day and I am pretty sure I am going to close the door and stay.

Dropped in at their previous location and dropped in yesterday for the first time at their new…read morelocation where they've been for 1-2yrs. Gym still has a clean, new feel. Two mat areas and a large elevated mat space in general. Great instruction from the owner, Prof Chris Gutierrez. This team has high level Jiu Jitsu at all belt levels. Everyone was friendly and I had great rolls. Highly recommend for anyone in the Los Alamitos area as the place to train!

Upgraded space, location and a brand spanking new jiu jitsu gym with so many amenities…read more The schedule is great. I personally enjoy the 0900AM breakfast club on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. I also enjoy the Zombies at 0530AM on Tuesday and Thursdays. The jiu jitsu curriculum is awesome. I enjoy the simplicity and options we get when I take class. The moves of the day builds on each other as the week progresses. You can roll until your heart's content at the end of class.  The gym is superbly clean. They have ghostbusters vacuum cleaners, alcohol spray to wipe your feet prior to getting onto the mat. I wish all gyms did this to keep feet and hands clean. Plenty of benches for parents to watch their kids. They have actual hand soap and paper towels in two individual bathrooms. Real fucking toilet paper. Changing rooms for both women and men with locker. There is even a separate room with mat space for privates.  The mat space is incredibly spacious with custom fuji mats. Cubbies for your belongings, a water filter station, and kettlebells.  The vibe of the community is very island vibes. Guam, Hawaii, Philippines and more. Make an effort to check out and you know what I mean.  The coaches are in it for life. There are so many black belts that are there you can learn from. Each with their own style. Want to compete? They will support you. Don't want to compete? They will support you.  Give them a reach out!!!

This place probably needs a new Yelp page because it's under different ownership…read more Got my 7-year old son enrolled here about 3 months ago because I got tired of him playing video games and goofing off all the time. He also has trouble focusing at school and home, so wanted to give him something to keep busy. I wasn't looking to make him the next MMA champion or anything crazy. I just wanted him to learn to throw a punch and be able to defend himself, while also keeping him active. This place seems to be doing a good job with all of those. My son loves coming here and enjoys working out with other students. Coach David and Kru Stephanie are excellent with the students and seem to know how to tap into their potential. I like that they sometimes turn some training sessions into games to keep kids more engaged. All the students are nice too. I've been to some martial arts studios where some of the students act like thugs. I haven't seen seen any bad characters here. Kids/teens Muay Thai classes are held Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (sparring), and Saturday. Adult classes are held Monday thru Saturday. If you sign up here you can also take Taekwondo at Ferrer Academy, located on Lincoln Avenue near Moody Street. Such a small world because I used to train there over 30 years ago. Turns out the owner of this studio is the daughter of my former instructor. Tuition can be paid month-to-month or you can sign a 6-month or annual contract. Price is obviously better with longer contracts. Not sure if it's still offered but we were given a 2-week free trial period when we first signed up.

I love this place! My daughter originally started taking muay thai and mma classes back in Jan 2015…read moreand she loved going to class. The instructors were always very patient, helpful and aware of all the kids. The overall vibe of this place was, and is still is amazing. She always felt part of the family and specially enjoyed kids fun nights. Every now and then, they had fun activities for the kids with jumpers and music which I thought was amazing and it gave the kids the opportunity to get to know each other better. After taking a one year break and as of today my daughter and I have re enrolled in the muay thai classes and we both can't wait to get started! Coach Johnson has always being extremely helpful and I appreciate that very much. It is people like him that go the extra mile to help someone better themselves and give us that extra push we ALL sometimes need. I highly recommend All In MMA for kids and adults, and I look forward to the epic trainings

Great place to train highly recommend 10 Planett Fullerton…read more Like no other gyms best in socal for Jujitsu Ask for Andy - or Isaac Cordova It's a great family vibe gym . Any ages are welcome .

Been training here now for just about a year under coach Isaac and couldn't recommend it enough!…read moreClasses set up to spend time learning and drilling new skills and then 5-6 minute rounds rolling with different level partner. The culture is that to improve and push yourself while also keeping each other safe to come back for future teaming sessions.

This is my unapologetically biased review of Teragi Jujitsu Academy. My two kids, my wife, and I…read moreall train here. If this review sounds like a love letter to this gym, it's because it is. The owners, professors, and coaches have cultivated a superb gym culture. This gym is safe, friendly, and supportive. The facility is modern and clean, and they've invested in a foam block subfloor beneath the mats for softer landings. As far as I know, this is the only gym in the area that offers women-only classes four times per week and a bi-monthly community open mat for gentlemen 40 years and older. My kids train here after school 4-5 days a week, and they love it. The kids' professors and coaches are experienced and amazing teachers. I'm especially thankful for the young coaches who were so patient and kind to my boys when they were hesitant and shy after first starting. And my pocketbook is especially thankful for the discounted rates for additional family members. If you're looking for a place where the whole family can train, grow, and feel welcome, I can't recommend Teragi highly enough.

My son has been attending Teragi for the last two years, so this review has been long overdue…read more The most important thing for myself was sending my child to a self defense art that actually applied practical methods of protecting oneself as well as a place that exemplified respect and self dependence. I've been to places where it seemed salesy or lacking authenticity. Teragi Academy is a place where they genuinely practice and instill jiu jitsu and its culture of honor and regard of others. The promotion of belts is carried out quarterly and only awarded based on merit. This is also something I greatly appreciate because I know many establishments that give out promotions for no reason at all. Since day one, the professors and coaches of this gym have been patient and meticulous in teaching techniques to the kids. Teragi has been instrumental in providing confidence as well as self awareness for my son. I've seen many of the other kids mature in their own ways for the past 2 years. It's always a wonder to see everyone come up together. For myself and my family, we seen so much growth and discipline in our boy. There's a comfort in knowing that our child is not left helpless and able to stand up himself as well as for others. I've been watching in the sidelines, two to three times a week, for the last 2 years. This is a program that provides a worthwhile experience. The benefit and journey is well worth the investment for anyone, young or old.

From the moment i walked in the door. I was greeted with friendly coaches. I did a boxing and my…read morefirst jujitsu session. I had a great time. Everyone even the other students were helpful and patient. I can't wait til my next class. Come by for fun and challenge yourself.

My boys have never practiced martial arts. They were really shy before they started practicing with…read morecoach Kevin and the rest of the great coaches from this facility. Now my kids self confidence is amazing. Most important thing o is that now they know how to defend themselves. One of the best decisions I've made.

My 2 boys ages 7 and 10 have been taking Jiu Jitsu at A-Team for about 5 months now. The coaches…read moreworks hard to make this place the best of the best in OC. They spend a lot of time to ensure the kids are learning proper techniques. You can tell the coaches care about what they do and that they care about the kids. So far there has been no complaints from my boys. They love this place and we can see ourselves being part of the gym for many years to come. Thank you A-Team for being amazing!

Everyone is friendly and respectful they all help each other in accomplishing their goals.. I would…read more100% recommend..