I've been training at Quest for over a dozen years, and what started as "this looks fun" has turned…read moreinto one of the most empowering parts of my life. The classes are an amazing workout, they've given me real self-defense skills, and they've helped me build confidence. And now that I'm a mother of two, I really appreciate the chance to spend time with other adults! Mr. Edwards has a genuine gift for working with young kids--patient, energetic, and somehow magically able to keep a whole room on track. And Mr. Seah's classes are structured, engaging, and always a blast! Quest is so amazing, that we recently enrolled our eldest daughter In less that a year, she has become more confident, coordinated, and focused. She even brings the respect and discipline home. Hearing a tiny "Yes ma'am!" at bedtime is adorable Quest has become a second home for our family.

We love Quest Martial Arts! I seriously can't say enough good things about this place. From day…read moreone, we felt totally welcomed and supported. The instructors are patient, kind, and really know how to work with kids. They've found the perfect balance between structure and fun, and you can tell they truly care about each student. My kids are always excited to go to class. Their confidence has grown so much, they're learning important life skills, and they're having a blast while doing it. It's been such a great experience for our whole family. The vibe is always positive and respectful, and we've seen real growth in our kids. If you're looking for a karate studio that's supportive, fun, and full of amazing people, this is it. Highly, highly recommend!

Folks were kind and welcoming however i arrived 90mins late to their 11 am class. Spoke to Glen who…read moreintroduced me to one of the other c folks. Let me know if I want to try a class to register online & save $10

Great school. Seifu Cass shares knowledge without holding back. The atmosphere is of comradery and…read morerespect. Thank you for the two great days of seminar!

There haven't been many recent reviews, especially about tai chi specifically, so I wanted to share…read moremy experience :) I've been taking tai chi classes here for about a month, and so far it's been amazing. Somehow at the end of every class, I feel happy, energized and relaxed all at once. I took tai chi about 10 years ago (Wu style short form) so I'm familiar with some of the basic concepts and stances, but it's been a long time... so it's been great to get back into it. Sigung Carrie and Sigung Jennings are the best. They're patient, professional, funny and warm. They have a lot of wisdom to share, and they really help you to learn all the details of the form as you go through it. Each class is one hour, and there are two classes per week. We spend the first ~25 minutes of each class doing warm-up exercises (which really help you to focus and connect with your body), and then the next ~35 minutes learning the next part of the form. I feel that everything progresses at a good pace, so I have enough time to practice each move / stance before moving on to the learning the next one. One thing to note is that White Lotus shares a big open space (in the JAM facility) with other tumbling / parkour / tricking classes that are going on at the same time. When I first came in to observe a tai chi class, I was a little concerned because the other class that was going on on the other side of the room was pretty loud so I thought it would be distracting. But honestly, once I joined the tai chi class and started doing the exercises and focusing on the form, I found that I barely noticed the other class happening next to us. Maybe others would be deterred by it because they'd prefer a quiet and meditative space, but I don't find it to be a major issue since I can just kind of "zone in" on whatever we're practicing. Anyway, if you're looking to learn tai chi I think this is a great place to do it! I had tried other "tai chi" classes at yoga studios in the SFV and found that they were really just yoga classes with a few random tai chi moves sprinkled in, which wasn't what I was looking for. At White Lotus, you will learn the "48 Forms of Taiji." It's a great way to build strength, balance and flexibility (and improve your mental health, too, in my experience). Come check it out if you're interested... everyone is super friendly :)

I was taken here one night during open gym by a friend who does stunt work. Fantastic gym with a…read morevariety of equipment you won't find just anywhere else. My first impression of this place is very positive, it's like a giant playground for ninjas! ;) It might be a little intimidating at the beginning, with everyone flipping and flying everywhere but there is so much room to move around it's crazy liberating. First I worked on my punches, nice how they have little doughnuts around the punching bags for uppercuts. Then watched some of the guys do some freerunning, the moves they do are so sick! The fact that they are 6-pack fit with no shirts on has absolutely NOTHING to do with my staring *ahem* observance. =p It seems like most of the people here are courteous and friendly a few Bboys even taught me some moves. I learned some basic top rock, up rock, 6 step and baby freeze. The wall of mirrors help with self-adjustment of poses and let me know how goofy I look with my arm wave. =) At the end I tried out the spring floor, jumped on the various mats they have and flopped about on the trampoline. The only gymnastic move I could do is an awkward cartwheel to my right. My uncoordinated jumps across the large blocks were landed with heavy face plants and belly-flops. The large trampoline was thrilling with how easy it was to catch so much air. I didn't even try out the scaffolding they set up because my most recent attempt at a pull-up just had me hanging with my feel dangling for a few seconds. o_O; Despite all my shortcomings as an athlete, working out at White Lotus was pure fun and had me laughing and grinning like a kid in a candy store. I have to say the $5 fee for open gym was well spent, you can't even buy a bag of popcorn at the movies for that price. Funniest use of White Lotus: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VA4LcLvdNWk&feature=iv&annotation_id=annotation_759745

My son started at Gracie Barra when he turned 4 years old. He was reluctant to take any martial…read moreart, but I insisted he learn the basics so he could learn to protect himself without throwing punches or kicking. I chose this studio because of a referral from my best friend who's kids compete in tournaments. While my son is slower and less athletic than the other kids his motivation is to keep getting the next level up. I like how the coaches know the kids by name and take the time to instruct with demonstrations and watching them closely while they grapple. I tell my son he doesn't need to win, just keep trying. After a year and a half we are still here twice a week trying our best. He's about to earn his grey and white belt and I'm proud so of him. Thank you to all the coaches for encouraging him to never give up.

Gracie Barra Northridge has been great for my boys--and I ended up joining too after seeing how…read moreeffective and useful jiu-jitsu really is. The coaches are patient, structured, and genuinely care about everyone. The environment is positive and welcoming, and there's a strong focus on discipline, respect, and confidence. My kids look forward to training every week, and I've had a great experience myself. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to get into jiu-jitsu.

The most interesting aspect that sets Saekson's apart from other gyms, is the environment. Be…read moreprepared to walk through the doors on the first day and putt in work. Very Hard work. But, When you're out there on the mats tired and exhausted you get to look to your right, to your left, behind you, and In front of you and see the people who are fighting that weekend, people who want to lose weight, who want to just learn self defense, people who do this for a hobby. This gym caters for all if you're willing to work and support others then you will have that support back. It's a big family. Actually, it's owned by a family who have a lot of experience, and a coach who is always learning as well. No egos here, just hard work, and fun. If you have been looking for a gym. Look no further.

Legendary Muay Thai gym. Lots of pro fighters train here. The coaches are awesome too.read more

A little gem. It really feels that the instructors really care…read more My 8yo was feeling a bit shy and anxious after this years that we were staying home. And decided it was time to do some activity outside home as we just move to the area. The instructor really care and motivate the kids to do better as my kid was so out of shape. After the first try out class which I beg him to go, he did the class and after he didn't want to leave, he was very spat the next day but could wait for next week to start. He really enjoy it. Now he's a regular. As a small family business is very affordable and love that we are supporting our community.

Master Robie is a great man and teacher. he is someone who I respect greatly. He has patience,…read moreskill, intelligence and knows how to interact with kids just perfectly. Highly recommend.

My son has been coming here to learn Muay Thai and boxing. It is affiliated with Kings Combat…read moreSports where you can also learn Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiujitsu. They have kids classes 7 days a week, 5 days of Muay Thai and 2 days of boxing. It's a great place to learn striking along with ground fighting like BJJ. I would definitely recommend both. For those that know Muay Thai is legit. Definitely recommend.

First time getting into any sort of martial arts and was really interested in Muay Thai. Found YMT…read moreclose by and decided to give it a shot. Was nervous walking in but Shawn and the other coaches made me feel welcome right away. Honestly, best decision I've made. Always looking forward to the next class!

Just finished a Tuesday class. This was a good traditional…read moreyoga class to stretch out in after working a desk job. I appreciate that she gave modifications when needed. Thank you for protecting the quietness and mindfulness of the space by encouraging us to not have our phones on us, Maureen. And thank you for sharing your baking goodies with us as well

Great place for anyone who believes in a supportive culture. It is one of the most important…read morefactors, in my opinion, for learnings and personal charater growth. It motivates people to practice, it encourages learning from mistakes, it builds patience and resilience. I love we can practice with any ranks. Black belts get better when they can break down moves at different levels based on individuals level. It shows knowledge and understanding. Those without black belts get to learn directly with black belts to ensure accuracy and expose to variations and styles. I also appreciate the beliefs Aikido brings into the dojo, especially if dojo practices and teaches each member to take care of the dojo. Lastly, I have visited many different dojos and styles, the one thing I am looking for is the ability practice even if I am in my 80s, if it cannot support me while I am aging, then it is not a style that considers life seriously nor long term. If you see a dojo that has people from all ages and walk of life, something to take note. People are serious and it's doable.

I love this place my son has been going here for 18 months not always daily due to other sports and…read moreactives but Every-time we go he learns he grows he gets stronger. My son has adhd the staff is great with him they are all patient and highly skilled at there craft. I definitely suggest everyone sign there kids up for Fight works.

We love the facility, the instructors, the fellow families that attend and give it a friendly…read morefamily vibe, we love the class sizes and the skills they're being taught Highly recommend! You can check it out for a free trial class

Great place to focus on your workout without any distractions or having to wait for a machine…read more Being able to access the gym 24/7 makes it possible to get a workout session any time. The gym is clean and has all the necessities for a great workout! Thank you Oscar!

The gym is extremely clean with up to date well maintained equipment. The atmosphere doesn't…read morecompare to any of the commercial gyms in a good way. Members and trainers are serious about their training so you don't get that uncomfortable vibe. Oscar, who is the owner is an excellent coach and an asset to the community.