Finding extracurriculars that benefit kids and something they truly enjoy is difficult. This was…read moreour second martial arts studio and my son was beaming from cheek to cheek. Staff is friendly and everyone is so kind. Everyone feels like family here and the kids all seems to have such a wonderful time. They offer 1:1, youth, and adult classes. This is a smaller location but the vibe is the best I've ever seen or felt. They offer a trial class and youth group classes are on the smaller side which is beneficial! Classes can be $100 a month for once a week, $155 for twice a month, or $185 for unlimited.

I restarted my jiu-jitsu journey 17 months ago after a long break, and honestly, walking into…read moreAlliance Laguna Hills was one of the best decisions I've made. From the moment I stepped on the mat, I felt welcomed; not judged. The professors bring a balance of technical precision and genuine encouragement. Every class feels purposeful. Every roll teaches you something new. What really stands out is the community. We celebrate each other's progress, push through tough training days together, and show up for one another. The energy here is unmatched ; it's family, it's accountability, and it's growth all in one. Whether you're a beginner, a competitor, or just trying to get back into it -- you'll find your place here. Alliance Laguna Hills reminded me why I fell in love with jiu-jitsu in the first place.

World class instructors and a great jui jitsu community for kids youth and adults!!…read moreI always have fun and learn training at OM Jui Jitsu.

This review is specific to Adult classes…read more Coach Patrick and Coach Ashleigh are excellent. They're welcoming, encouraging, and thoughtfully go at my pace. I messaged them about inviting some friends and neighbors to roll together. They opened their mat to us and we had a bunch of dad rolling together on a Friday evening. Thanks again Patrick and Ashleigh. You guys are the reason I got back into jiu jitsu.

My daughter did jiu jitsu for about 6 months prior to joining Valor. Due to its multi-faceted…read moreapproach, students are exposed to more than just jiu jitsu. Professor Les incorporates boxing, wrestling, and striking in his lessons. My daughter learns more in one class than she did in a week at her old studio. Professor Les is not "soft-spoken," but he truly cares for the kids and works hard to extract the best from them. In addition to learning and growing, Valor emphasizes how to defend one's self while being more confident and assertive. Thank you again Professor Les for instilling a strong work ethic and discipline for my child.

My daughter has been a student of Professor Less for quite some time, and we've been part of this…read morestudio since it first opened. Professor Less is an incredible teacher, but what truly sets this place apart--especially since Valor opened--is the sense of community it has created. Everyone here supports one another, helping the kids stay enthusiastic, motivated, and proud of their progress. It's truly inspiring to watch the children grow more confident and skilled over time. We couldn't recommend this club more highly, and we're so grateful to be part of it. On a personal note, both my husband and I have recently started taking classes as well--and we absolutely love it!

The best by far! Family friendly, super clean, very skilled…read morecoaches! Our whole family loves here!

10th Planet Mission Viejo is an awesome school with a strong sense of community. The coaches…read moregenuinely love martial arts, and they've done a great job creating such a fun yet disciplined environment where anyone no matter their experience level, can learn and grow together. The gym is also super clean and well-maintained which I really appreciate. They take hygiene seriously and have clear standards in place. Highly recommend this gym to people of all ages and skill levels!!

Great local jiu jitsu gym with classes taught by prof Marcelo, sixth degree black belt. Came back…read moreto the sport 10 years after being on and off due to school and work. Had a kid and figured it was time to return and regain some of the health I had in my twenties. The experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The professor/coaches and sparring partners are all welcoming and push each other to improve skill and technique. Kids/juniors/teens classes are great. We signed up our 6 year old at the same time. He has learned self defense, humility, and confidence. He looks forward to classes everyday after school. Lessons on the mat transfer to the real world. It's called human chess for a reason!

Staff is friendly. Class leaders are great with kids. Parent waiting area gets extremely tight when…read morethere's a full class. Classes/camps are a pretty penny.

Joining a combat sport like Jiu-Jitsu was something I never considered, until my younger brother…read morejoined Gracie Barra last year and encouraged me to try it. One day, I finally gave in to his persistence, attended a trial class, and ended up signing up the very next week. Every day on the mat is a learning experience, and training at Gracie Barra has instilled a strong sense of discipline in me. The professors are incredibly kind and patient. Even if I've practiced a drill countless times and still forget a step, they make sure I feel comfortable and always guide me through it. I genuinely look forward to every class and deeply appreciate the amazing professors and training partners who have become friends along the way. I highly recommend this Gracie Barra location to anyone looking to start Jiu-Jitsu.

I am truly grateful to the entire team at Gracie Barra Irvine for everything they do. Starting…read moreBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu at 50 years old, overweight and without motivation to exercise, was intimidating, but the support I found here changed my life. Professor Felipe has been and continues to be one of my greatest motivators. His guidance, patience, and encouragement helped me stay consistent and believe in my potential. I also want to sincerely thank the whole team -- Kody ,Maison, Aubrey, Léo, and Leslie -- for their professionalism, kindness, and constant support. Each of them contributes to making this academy a welcoming and family-oriented environment. Today, as a blue belt, I can clearly see how much this place has positively impacted my health, mindset, and lifestyle. Gracie Barra Irvine is more than a gym; it is a strong community that serves Irvine and neighboring cities with excellence. Without a doubt, this is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies in the United States. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality training, respect, and real personal growth.

Just finished my first month at RYSK Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Laguna Hills--what a gem! After…read moretraining in various disciplines I know how crucial a truly safe, ego-free, family-oriented spot is, so I watched classes for a week or two before jumping in. Glad I did--this place delivers. I've been training both No-Gi and Gi (mostly Gi here), attending the 6:00 AM sessions with competition purple belt Natasha Dillon. She's excellent: clear breakdowns, super informative, and always eager to teach, drill, or roll. I've also caught sessions with head instructor Chico Lima --my personal schedule doesn't always align, but he's kind, masterful, and drops those high-level details that elevate everything. From the classes I have attended they blend a sort of chain drilling for teaching techniques with resistance training and live rolling available every session. The chain drilling here goes way beyond the repetitive one-technique "monkey see, monkey do" teachings some places practice. It forces you to think through your options, adapt on the fly, and see the game from new angles. I personally love that depth; it makes training feel more dynamic and strategic. Mats are spotless, vibe is supportive and humble. I will write an update in a few months on my progress, training, and vibe etc. but I wanted to put this review out there because this is something I would have wanted to know when I was looking for a new training spot. Anyways if you're in looking for competitive-yet-kind training community where you can grow safely, check out RYSK. Highly recommend. -EZ

We love RYSK BJJ so much! First off, Professor Chico, (with the help of ALL of the wonderful…read moreCoaches & fellow parents that actually train there) who help teach and guide all of the students are AMAZING! This has been a long awaited review since our son Ayden & daughter Kaia began training there but we as a family couldn't recommend RYSK enough. Staff there is so family-centered, kind, and genuinely love being able to share the sport and lifestyle of BJJ with people of all levels, whether you're a beginner or seasoned, you can see where the application of skills is applied and taught. They are so helpful to those needing a little assistance in learning techniques and where each student can grow & thrive too. I do appreciate seeing passion flow from everyone here and how flexible the system is with drop-in schedules, an app to sign in and see progress, and it's truly accommodating especially to families with multiple members training here at this gym. It's a safe and friendly environment for everyone and as intimidating as it was first joining, I promise it's a great place to learn and sharpen skills that can be used in real life-- sportsmanship, teamwork, fun, and a little friendly competition. As for the gym itself, it maintains its cleanliness, and it's wonderful to know that sanitation is a key for RYSK owner Prof. Francisco, while him & the coaches continually encourage things like no shoes on the mat, washing hands and shoes on ASAP when leaving the mats, bowing before & after the mats too. Comforting to know there is a good system in place for this too. We love coming here daily and hope to see more faces join. Five stars all around coming from The Su Family!

The professional instructors at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Laguna Hills in the Gracie Combatives class have a…read morehigh level of attentiveness to the students and ensuring they are grasping the concepts. They also have a genuine interest in student development inside and outside of the Dojo and it shows.  Dennis Anderson (Chip), Lee Weber, and Arman Fathi also ensure that students aren't thrown into the fire and injured due to improper training techniques. Personally, this is important to me because there is no good reason to become seriously injured in training. Great for kids and families, have recommended to people I know.

The facility is very clean and the instructors are excellent. I was there for a short while when…read moreProfessor Arman was the owner and I know he would only sell it to someone who has the same dedication and respect for martial arts as he did. I would recommend this place for any of any age to learn self defense, have fun and make lasting friendships.

My son had a trial lesson that was a promo online with a friend. At first my son was very shy and…read moredidn't want to take taekwondo... but they kept trying to encourage him and making him feel welcomed. I have to say Yongin has the most amazing staff like master Han and Master Kim. They not only teach taekwondo but life lessons. They always teach the kids about mind focuse, body focus and eye focus. Respect your parents and teachers and never to give up. My son is 6 and has self esteem issues. I just had a parent teacher conference and the teacher was saying how well Aidan is doing. He is learning to regulate his emotions, his confidence and his outgoingness. I really have to thank yongin for teaching Aidan all the good attributes. We have signed up for year lessons!

I love the energy they have when they do the class, my daughter Love her class!!…read moreThey work so hard, and learn responsibility, their bodies get stronger each day practicing each movement they learn each time, and learn how to obey and follow instructions at home too! Very recommended to each kid who wants to learn self defense!