Kaue and Matheus are seriously awesome! They're like the dynamic duo of Muay Thai, always there to…read morepush you, cheer you on, and teach you killer moves like they're sharing secrets with their bros. Training with them feels less like a class and more like hanging out with your coolest buddies who happen to be total Muay Thai experts. The best workouts you will find here !!!

Great gym with family friendly environment. I've trained at multiple gyms in the past before moving…read moreout here and this gym has exceeded my expectations by far. I have been taking Muay Thai class with coach Matheus and I was surprised at how great he is at teaching. I've learned so much that was never explored at my old gym. In addition, I have also been taking the BJJ classes with coach Kaue. Great coach who notices things that you must improve on explains how to do it. Highly recommend giving this gym a try. Two great coaches in their disciplines that one can learn a lot from.

I signed my daughter Luna up for karate lessons about 2 years ago and it helped her out soo much…read more The instructors were amazing and professional. Cost for the lessons are very reasonable also. Thank you to the whole crew at Cal-west Karate for teaching my daughter many lessons. Only reason why we stopped going was because we moved out of the area. Thank you to the whole crew.

I Put a 5 Star because:…read more 1. They have really good stuff to learn and are very helpful to learn in life. 2. The instructors are very nice and kind. They help your kid very well and also they have low stress for kids and they believe in kids no matter what. If you feel worried or scared before a belt test or stripe test they always make you feel more better before you start the test. 3. The prices are very good in the Bay Area. You have 1 class each week with your instructor and how many group classes there is to take. ( The group classes are free if you part of the team.) Only in your own class you will need to pay. I am very grateful to be part of their team and very grateful to be there student! I started on April 2019 and got very good so far. My teacher believe in me and also asks me " How is your school going?" Or "I like your haircut!" or something nice about you.

Our now 5-year old has been attending ECMA for after school program during his TK year. We…read moreoriginally were splitting time between martial arts and an on-site school after program, but after a week, he couldn't stop talking about martial arts and we just signed him up for the full week. Extra bonus - they pick up the kids from school every day. I've really grown to respect the approach that Cody and his staff take with the kids. They never force the kids to take the classes, but for those that do, they are incredibly patient, thoughtful, and kind to them. Beyond core martial arts, they teach discipline, accountability, and other strong lessons. Obviously, martial arts may not be right for any kid. But if your kid loves ninja turtles, likes a bit of exercise, and likes also playing with other kids of other ages, then definitely consider this place.

Cody and ECMA have been a big part of my family's life for several years now. My son has taken…read moreclasses and been in the after school care program, and I have taken jiujitsu lessons as well. The instructors emphasize safety and respect first and foremost, followed by fun. This is important to note because it's easy for this sport to go in a bad direction if the right example isn't set. This is critical for kids to learn, but as a middle-aged adult it's also important for me! I want to learn self defense, exercise, make friends....but I absolutely do not want to get injured! Overall Cody enables a great environment that challenges kids and adults, and which, again, is built on respect and safety.

If you're looking to learn martial arts and get in shape then this is the place. The culture,…read morecoaches and fellow students are all very supportive and encouraging. I've taken BJJ and cardio kick boxing classes for the last 6 months. I was a little worried as an older student about injury and not "keeping up" with the younger crowd, but everyone is so supportive and care is taken for all our training partners. It has definitely been a life changing experience for me, and I hope to continue to journey. Thanks to all the coaches and students.

Dumlao's Academy of Martial Arts is such an amazing place for any aspiring martial artist. They…read morehave so much to offer from Karate, Jiu Jitsu, Cardio kickboxing and more! I've been in their Jiu Jitsu program for about 5 years and absolutely love it. The atmosphere is so welcoming, not only for this program but any program you choose to be a part of. All of the instructors are knowledgeable and take the time to ensure that you understand what they are teaching before moving on. anyone and everyone who either attend classes here or have children/family that attend classes here can tell you that it's one big family. Dumlao's is simply the best school around!

My son attended this dojo for over a year, consistently showing up and putting in effort. Despite…read morehis commitment, he was never promoted, even to half yellow, while I noticed other kids who attended less frequently or who seemed less focused did receive promotions. According to their online system, my child had about 68 hours of verified instruction, yet still no advancement. From what I observed, promotions sometimes appeared to happen faster for children whose parents were more involved in dojo activities outside of class. For example, I saw families volunteering their time or providing other support, and those children seemed to advance more quickly. In my case, we were not involved in those types of activities, and I couldn't help but wonder if that played a role. Behavior standards also seemed inconsistent. I witnessed my son being told his behavior was a reason for not advancing, yet other children -- including some who were regularly reminded to focus or who disrupted class -- were promoted. At the same time, I often saw my son working hard, staying engaged, and following instructions. I'm not the only parent that felt this way either. There were also some teaching methods I personally felt uncomfortable with. For instance, I once heard comments directed at kids, such as calling them lazy, that struck me as discouraging rather than constructive. While some families may see this as tough coaching, it didn't align with what I wanted for my child. In the end, I felt the promotion process was unclear and discouraging for my son. Eventually, I decided it was time to move on. This is just my personal experience, but I think other families may want to carefully consider whether this dojo's style and values are the right fit for their child.

I have been attending EBJI since 1999 at age 7 as a white belt (beginner). Since then I have…read morevisited many dojos around the country and on 4 continents and achieved 3rd degree black belt. EBJI is a unique dojo, and one that upholds the traditions of Judo and Japanese culture. Their moto of "building good people through Judo" is an understatement I've witnessed firsthand. I have had the privilege of seeing peers and myself grow. From originally attending the kids class, where the focus is on exercise, good manners, and safe falls (which saved me from broken bones outside of the dojo growing up), to intermediate and adult classes where Judo skills are built upon, community and giving-back is fostered, and a complete person, both inside and outside of the dojo, is born. The adult advanced class focuses on competition and Judo techniques while the adult beginners class focuses on the recreation of Judo for all ages ranging from 20s to 60+. EBJI has a history of athletes who have competed in the olympics, coached olympians and MMA fighters, and olympic level referees. But they also have a history of successful entrepreneurs, parents, first responders, educators and more. I am thankful to have experienced and been part of this dojo. I cannot recommend giving EBJI a try highly enough, both for your child and yourself!

My daughter attended and Sensei was excellent. As long as classes are still being offered this is…read morean excellent opportunity. Had my daughter been willing to stick with karate instead of other activities, we would still be attending.

It's been 1 year and 8 months, and I am still here. :) Sensei Mehran is truly an incredible…read moreinstructor and all around amazing person. Not to mention the other students there are super welcoming, helpful, and just a really fun bunch to be around. I've experienced so many improvements in myself since joining Okinawa Karate Academy and feel really fortunate to have found this dojo. You do not want to miss out on learning from such a highly skilled and down to earth teacher!

I started training with Chris in Muay Thai after a long break (years) from working out due to neck…read moreinjury. He was very understanding of my situation and helped ease me in, providing a very safe training environment and allowing me to go at my own pace. The attention to safe training is always priority for Chris. After a time I was even able to return to training BJJ. The level of teaching is high. the head coach (Chris) is very experienced, as are assistant coaches who are active fighter. They regularly bring in world class veteran Thai fighters for seminars. The gym is very welcoming to newcomers and all types of people. It is always clean and the mats are disinfected multiply times a day and always before BJJ class which I appreciate. Overall I think this gym is great place to learn and train Muay Thai and BJJ for self defense and enjoyment. It is more of a community vibe than a hardcore competition gym, although there are a number of active fighters who train there so if you want to take it more seriously you can.

Chris leads an incredible gym and community. He is professional, attentive to the needs of his…read morestudents, and fosters their growth as athletes and as a team. The new location is bright and accessible, too. We totally recommend Team Bolo!

My daughter has been attending Sama academy of martial arts since she was seven and has developed…read moreinto a strong independent young girl. My daughter has loved the sport and learning the discipline it takes to climb the ladder of earning her black belt in the near future. She is currently sitting at a brown belt level and continues to develop and improve in such a high level. You can say we love Sama Academy.

My Daughter has been going here for about a year now and She loves it ! It has boosted her self…read moreconfidence and her discipline tremendously. All staff are extremely polite, helpful and look after all students to make sure each student is safe and learning. It is a nice family atmosphere for sure. Would definitely recommend for kids and adults.