CSW Combat Submission Wrestling

(85 reviews)

1.9 mi

Family-owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

This review has been long overdue, and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to write it…read more About a year ago, I decided I wanted my boys to start jiu-jitsu. As a mom, I believe it's so important for children to learn basic self-defense not because I expect something bad to happen, but because I want them to have the confidence and skills to protect themselves if they ever need to. At first, my boys were nervous and intimidated. We visited a few schools before making a decision, but from the moment we walked into Teragi, we knew this place was different. Everyone made us feel like family. The professors and coaches are exceptional not only because of their experience and skill, but because they genuinely care about every child. They encourage, support, and meet each child where they are. I especially want to mention my youngest. Jiu-jitsu didn't come naturally to him at first, and he struggled to understand the techniques. The professors and coaches were incredibly patient and never made him feel like he was behind. They allowed him to learn at his own pace, and now it's amazing to see how much his confidence and skills have grown. That patience meant so much to our family. There's no pressure for kids to be the best. Every child learns differently, and the professors and coaches truly understand that. Since we homeschool, Teragi has become more than just a place to train. My boys have made wonderful friendships, and we've found an incredible community. I also have to mention how clean the academy is! It never has that old gym smell and is always welcoming. I've watched both of my boys grow not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. They're more confident, disciplined, and respectful. If you're on the fence about jiu-jitsu because you don't like the idea of your child being on the ground, I completely understand. I felt the same way. But the reality is that many real-life self-defense situations end up on the ground, and knowing what to do can make all the difference. Thank you, Teragi, for creating such an incredible environment for our children. We are so grateful to be part of the Teragi family, and I couldn't recommend this academy more.

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.

Art in motion. Jiu Jitsu teaches how to defeat an opponent without striking unlike Karate, Kung Fu or Tae Kwon Do.

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American Martial Arts Academy

(127 reviews)

2.6 mi

I had always wanted my boys to learn self defense. Just didn't know where to start looking with so…read moremany places almost at every corner and different styles. We came out here for a child's bday party and small fun class.... That's when I said this is the place. My boys enjoy it, we come 2xs a week and all the sensei are very helpful. Thank you

My daughter is really into superheroes and wants to be a ninja. So naturally, she joined the Lil'…read moreNinja class! As an elementary school teacher, I appreciate how they pace out the 30 minute sessions and have a good student: teacher ratio - especially for the smallest kiddos. She loves going and I love the flexibility of being able to bring her twice a week on whichever days work best for us.

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Ethos Jiu-Jitsu Fullerton

(29 reviews)

2.9 mi

If you're looking for exceptional Jiu Jitsu while maintaining a clean family friendly atmosphere…read morelook no further. I've been a member for over two years now and couldn't ask for a better gym. The coaches are knowledgeable, friendly, down to earth and oh yeah they are great at what they do. Whether you are looking to compete at the highest levels or just looking for a friendly place to learn some technique and break a sweat Ethos Jiu Jitsu in Fullerton is the spot! My personal favorite is the mid day class, stop by and say hi!

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Rounders MMA Fullerton

(44 reviews)

4.0 mi

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

Bottom Line Up Front: I give this gym 5 out of 5 stars --…read moreand that says a lot because I've been training in martial arts since 1995 and am a certified instructor in multiple systems. But let me break it down as to why it gets my seal of approval. What You'll Learn: Rounders offers multiple martial arts: Boxing, Muay Thai (kickboxing), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kali (a Filipino knife-fighting system), and Mixed Martial Arts (which combines striking, wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu). In the past they have also offered wrestling and Judo. So there's something for everyone. Regardless of what class you pick, you'll learn how to protect yourself while getting a great workout. What You'll Gain: Like I mentioned, you'll get a killer workout in a safe and fun environment. According to some studies, you could burn anywhere between 300 to 800 calories in a single 1-hour kickboxing class. It's far more efficient (and fun!) than running on a treadmill. And the added bonus is that you'll learn self-defense along the way. Who You'll Meet: From co-owner Joe Kim to all the other instructors, the coaches here are physically talented, knowledgeable, and easy-going despite being deadly warriors. They create a positive atmosphere so that everyone -- from brand new rookies to combat sports veterans -- has fun while learning. And that trickles down through to the students, who are all supportive and welcoming. The Space: The gym is medium-ish in size compared to other gyms in the area; enough to hold one large group or two smaller sessions at the same time. The equipment is top notch. And the workout space is well maintained. There's also a small section for weight training, too. The Cost: I've visited other gyms with outrageous prices (like $200 a month for only Jiu-Jitsu!). Fortunately, tuition here is reasonably priced -- with options to drop-in, go month-to-month, or commit to 6 months or a full year. (The latter two doesn't mean you have to pay upfront, just that you'll be charged automatically for your chosen time frame and save more over the long term.) And considering those options give you unlimited classes for all of the martial arts classes, Rounders is totally worth it. Conclusion: Rounders MMA Fullerton is an ideal gym to join, whether you're looking to lose weight, learn some self-defense, or just belong to a cool community who will encourage and grow with you.

Took my son here for a free trial and everyone was so nice and friendly. The lady at the front…read morewrapped his hands and made him feel super comfortable. Coach Steven was amazing and the class was amazing! Excited for my son to start boxing!!

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TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts

Certified professionals

Official TEMA students starting the week of 7/13/26…read more My goodness, this is a very delayed update after our initial trial class. My girls were so excited to start, they thought they had class the week before. They couldn't wait to put on their uniforms and be actual students in class. Each time we go to class, I am simply amazed at how great Master Yoo and Master Y are with the kids. Master Yoo promotes respect for self and others, and does it with so much grace. Even though the yelling out/battle crys/ and paddle slapping is very loud and alarming at times, it really gets the kids in focus mode. This is definitely a great way to release some pent up frustration/anger/or just get all that antsy energy out in a positive environment. I have sat in larger classes where black belt student helpers act as assistant demonstrators/instructions for the lower belt levels. They all have a cool and calm demeanor and really do a great job being role models to those who are just learning. I truly hope my girls get to that level one day. So far in class, they have worked on different lower body and upper body moves, along with balancing. Master Yoo always tries to spook the kids mid way to see if they are actually focused. I find it quite entertaining to what how he teaches. He reminds me of an animated cartoon character but in human form. My girls really his funny expressions but have also learned to focus when it is necessary. On 7/28/26, they got to break a wooden board (2 boards for $5 or 1 for $3). My girls did a smashing job and loved every minute of it. The girls have only been doing 2 classes per week since 7/13/26 and I already see a lot of improvements. I have encountered so my friends of their who took TKD before, and did not having raving reviews like I do about TEMA. They truly know what they're doing and care about their students. Truly professionals. If anyone is interested in TKD for their kids, please give them a try. You seriously have nothing to lose and everything to gain. This has been a great experience for both myself and my girls. We are so blessed to have great Masters guiding us in this journey. Lots of thanks for an ongoing wonderful experience, Master Yoo and Master Y!

Great instructors!! Both of my kids are having a lot of fun and love to be in the class! Definitely…read morerecommend if you are looking taekwondo class :)

Preschool - Focus Blocking Training

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Master Toddy LA Training Center Fullerton

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0.5 mi

I should've left a review for this gym sooner (also this a bit of an accountability review since…read moreI've been less consistent with going hahaha), but there's a reason for so many positive reviews. I've casually tried other Muay Thai gyms in the past, but they often suggested bag classes for women. Here you can choose from a variety of classes and there's an emphasis on both getting a good workout and learning the form of each movement. As a person with massive social anxiety because I'm definitely not a fast learner, I'm always worried when doing group classes and partner drills that I'm slowing people down. However, I've never taken a class here where I've felt judged by anyone. Everyone from the coaches to the other students are always super supportive and encouraging. There's a culture of students helping each other while coaches make sure everyone of all skill levels is being challenged. You also have the option of doing private training. If you're curious at all, try the intro session and I promise you that you won't regret at least trying.

Update! After a year it has been a great experience. From the members of the gym to the dedication…read moreof the coaches even after a year you still get the same guidance and encouragement as a person showing up on the first day Iv never once felt unwelcome or uncomfortable. I strongly suggest anyone who's reading this review to take the class and sign up and if you are able to commit to a year, do it, there are no other programs out there that offer this type is schedule and genuine value.

Leo wins the Muay Thai140 title at Cali one

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Ohs Tae Kwon Do Center

(95 reviews)

1.3 mi

My daughter Luna absolutely loves taekwondo and looks forward to every class! Master Oh is an…read moreamazing teacher -- patient, motivating, and wonderful with kids. He creates such a positive and respectful environment while still teaching discipline, confidence, and skill. We have seen so much growth in Luna since she started. She has become more confident, focused, and excited to learn. Thank you, Master Oh, for being such a great role model and making every class fun and encouraging. Highly recommend Oh's Taekwondo Center to any family!

My kids has been going here for about 5 years now got her black belt and is been amazing. Master Oh…read morehas changed my daughters life for good. We are great full for his work and professionalism.

Gaining confidence through hard work and passion, and learning that winning is possible.

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Tiny tigers belt testing

Manifest MMA

(62 reviews)

0.6 mi

Great training and coaching. Would recommend this gym to anyone interested in jiu jitsu or muay thairead more

Fun times, great memories, and even greater lessons!…read more Watching the kids learn self-defense, discipline, respect, and confidence has been amazing. They're having so much fun while building skills that will stay with them for life. So proud of how much they've grown--stronger in both body and mind! thank you manife

For reference I'm 6'2 and this shower is MASSIVE

Muay Thai - All Levels

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Muay Thai Saturdays

Brea Shaolin Kung Fu

4.7

(13 reviews)

0.4 mi

The best authentic school in SoCal. From great discipline to friendships and camaraderie. Charlie…read moreis awesome!

If you're looking for martial arts place for your kids, this is the place. They will teach your…read morechild to discipline and well behave.

Learning kung fu move

Learning to kick

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Shifu teaching the kids

HOTWORX - Fullerton, CA - Brea, Blvd

(61 reviews)

1.5 mi

Workout in a sauna…read more.. Ive done Hot yoga and a few 90°+ degrees HIIT workouts. I thought this would be a good high impact amazing workout. All workouts are in individual/family size saunas. But it's all virtual. Meaning no personal feedback. Coaches dont even know your name and all positive shout outs are embarrassingly generic. At the end of the day, I didnt get a workout, I just got Hot. However, I will say, if they were to add a cold plunge, this would be an amazing recovery gym.

At first look, this place appears like it can really help with fitness. It's high tech and every…read morework out is in a sauna. But after they get you in a contract, you learn that the app doesn't actually work with your Fitbit or Apple Watch. It doesn't actually keep track of all your calories burned. Also, because the saunas are so small, if you see that someone has booked the room, you don't want to be that second person who filled out that tiny space with someone you don't know. And you'd never book as the third. This means that you can't actually get the work out you want cause it's booked by that one person a lot. I give it a two stars cause they do try but their tech is broken and the concept doesn't fully work. We canceled our contract early and we regret ever signing up.

Yoga Class

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Adventure Lagoon

We had such a great experience at Adventure Lagoon! The customer service was amazing from the…read moremoment we arrived. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The park was clean, fun, and had something for everyone. You can really tell they care about making sure guests have a great time. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun day out in the summer !

My family (family of 4) had a blast here! We stayed there for about 6 hours. We did the obstacle…read morecourse twice and rented 2 kayaks while we were there. Bought 3 food items and a gatorade. But we spent alittle over $300 there on everything! There is a $35 or $45 entrance fee depending on when you come. It's just to come inside the lagoon. If you want the obstacle course it's an additional $10 per person for 55 mins (super short). If you want to kayak, use the aqua bike or use the paddleboard it's an additional $10 per equipment/item. There is a kiddie area for small and young children. They DO NOT allow outside food or drinks except water! There is a small shop that sells misc. items, snacks & drinks (overpriced). They also had a foodtruck inside that was expensive and the meals didn't come with drinks. They do have plenty of staff and lifeguards there. The entrance fee should of been $15-20. The obstacle course atleast 90-120 mins instead of the 55 mins. Wish the foodtruck came with drinks and was a bigger portion.

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(234 reviews)

21.4 mi

They are super nice and chill. Always go there when my kids want to ride a bike at the beach.read more

Called with questions and they were helpful and responsive. Location is great to get right on the…read morebeach bike trail which is why we selected them. Showed up on the day to rent bikes and they allowed us to try a few before deciding. The bikes could be in better condition, most of the fleet were showing significant wear. One of our e-bikes had low battery charge and even though someone was able to bike out to where we were to delivery another battery, the replacement was also low and wouldn't be enough for the time we rented. We also lost time waiting for the other battery. However, kudos to the staff and owner because they made it right for us when we returned the bikes. Spot has good staff and a great location. Refreshing the bikes with newer models would bump it to 5 stars.

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Pearson Park & Pool

3.7

(46 reviews)

5.6 mi

Pearson Park is one of those places that quietly overdelivers. It's interesting that it has such a…read morelow rating on Yelp, but has a crazy high star rating and review count on Google Reviews. I don't usually review parks, but did this time because I knew that this beauty was not getting the flowers that it deserved. Stopped by yesterday evening for a 1.5-hour hot girl walk with a friend, and it checked all the usual boxes. Clean, well maintained, plenty of mature trees, and wide paths that make it easy to settle into a good conversation without constantly dodging people. It has that easygoing neighborhood feel that works just as well for a book club meetup, a picnic date, or a jog if you're in that 5k/marathon phase of your quarter life crisis like my friends are. An unexpected highlight for us was catching skytyping that was announcing Olivia Rodrigo's new album, "you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love," which is scheduled for release on June 12, 2026. We were craning our necks for a cool 20 minutes trying to figure out what the message meant and I didn't figure it out until looking it up on Reddit when I got home. Not exactly standard park entertainment, but definitely memorable. Also worth noting, right across the street we came across a full Zumba class happening in a small private studio. Apparently it runs every Thursday evening with a $7.00 cover. If you're into that kind of thing, it could be a fun way to switch things up. All in all, Pearson Park knocked it out of the (local) park. It was interesting enough for me to consider adding it to my future routine and will absolutely be coming back.

The park is a good sized park -- big enough for a dog walk or a run around the 0.7-mile perimeter…read more It has several tennis courts, baseball fields, playgrounds, and a swimming pool. There are many large trees around that offer very good shade. There are nice walk trails around the park but I would not advice to venture late at night as some parts of the park are not well lit.

Theater

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Wheel Fun Rentals - Yorba Regional Park

3.6

(28 reviews)

9.7 mi

Update: Management reached out to me offering a "compensation" only to leave my message on read…read more Bad service!! Was planning to go today with my family since they had offered to compensate only to be let down again with no response. Wish I could give a place 0 stars

We rented a swan boat for a fun outing. The person was helpful. We brought snacks to munch on…read moreduring to paddle, which added to the fun. The park was well kept and large enough to explore at a later time.

Just so everyone is aware the Apple Maps say open 24 hours (it's not). Hopefully, my picture can help you save some time.

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Brea Plunge

3.5

(33 reviews)

1.2 mi

Daytime swim today, it was warm out so it was a perfect day for the pool…read more It was pretty packed when we first got there, as there was a local summer camp having a field trip to the pool. Once they left it was much better, with more room for swimming. I do wish they had the open swim time last a bit longer. It is only 2 hours which isn't much time, especially when camps are there and the pools are crowded. But we had fun and made the best of our time there.

We had a great time and experience. Just what is needed to stay cool all summer. The staff is very…read moreon top of every rule here. They make sure to keep kids are safe.

Bigger and deeper pool on the left

One of the Shaded areas

Smaller pool

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Maggie J.

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10

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3 years ago

Hello. I am a close relative to a young woman who was a victim of sexual and mental abuse by Lionel Luna. A pedophilic man who preyed upon a young impressionable girl who's name will not be made public. We will refer to her as Maggie. Maggie was groomed at the age of 17 by Lionel Luna. He lured her in by giving her free marijuana, edibles, cartridges, Magic mushrooms, and alcohol. At the age of 18, he bought her an apartment, where Monday through Friday from 12-4pm he would smoke weed with her, drink alcohol and have sex. He lied and told her family and friends are not important isolated her and brainwashed her. Maggie's mental health destructed due to the abuse and isolation she was involved in caused by this monster, that she ended up in a psychiatric facility. He would tell her he loved her. He wanted her to get a little older so he can leave his wife and begin a life with Maggie. He compared this relationship with a friend of his named Mark who had a younger female in his life. Maggie at the age of 17-19 did not know better. This situation started at 17 and ended when she was 22. She decided to tell this man that he will no longer be touching her and her then became verbally abusive. His two sons demanded he cut off ties with Maggie and he then went to Maggie and warned her about an email that stated he wanted nothing to do with her that his sons forced him to write. Lionel had openly admitted to Maggie that he had to stop himself from groping her breast at 17, he admitted that he checked her out through his window (they were next door neighbors) at the age of 17. And he grasped her buttocks when she was getting bodywork from him at 17 years old. Which took place in the Kali Academy. Maggie was in high school getting groomed by this man. She came to him to ask him to help her train in boxing. He would then give her money as well. He was 55 at the time. A 36 YEAR DIFFERENCE. Detectives were involved right before Maggie went to the psychiatric ward. Since Maggie was not well she was incapable to help get him behind bars. If you choose to get touched but this man that is up to you. It's not a kind world we live in. I just thought I'd warn people who is working there. Also. If was innocent why did he move? Maggie was had to live back with her parents since she wanted out of this situation. And he moved away. Thank you for reading. read more

Kellen D.

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14 years ago

We all know the adages about fighters: wrestlers are horrible on their backs, jiu jitsu players lack explosiveness, and kickboxers have garbage ground. One look around the CSW gym reveals quickly that Erik Paulson is not at all interested in developing wrestles, jitzers or kickboxers, but complete fighters. My focus is grappling, but since meeting Bruce and Craig Wilkerson, Ben Jones, Marvin Cook, and Eric Brown, I've recently added a yet wonky but ever-improving standup game. Paulson's lineage and approach to the game of grappling make his CSW system unique and balanced, with a focus on developing explosiveness in his fighters. Before I joined the gym I had tried several different grappling schools, and not only do the diverse quantity of his students make the mat experience exceptionally pleasant, but the caliber of those students means that every time you get on the mat with them, you learn and develop significantly as a fighter. Even their top-teir fighters, such as Ben Jones, Eric Brown, and Josh Barnett and Paulson himself will get on the ground with the odd man out. Several times, these fighters have stopped a rep session or move practice of mine to correct my form and offer their years of calculated insight. Within the last year I've benefited greatly from their guidance. TEAM SLEEP, the new competition team, went to the Golden State no gi tounament and racked up several golds, losing in points overall to 10th Planet because of their sheer volume of members and branches. It says a lot that the tiny, fledgling team was able to take a run at such a massive number of competitors, Sparta v. Persia style. Come in and improve. read more

Dante M.

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14 years ago

If you're looking to do MMA, there is no better place than CSW. I've been to several MMA gyms and no one teaches transitions from standing, to ground and pound, to submission like Erik Paulson does. Gym/Environment- CSW is definitely one of the bigger facilities around, if not the biggest. Lots of mat space, a nicely built cage, and boxing ring. Basically everything you would look for in an MMA gym, CSW has. A cool thing about the gym, is you can see a lot of Martial Arts history on the walls. Obiously of Coach Erik Paulson, but also of Bruce Lee, Guro Dan Inosanto, and the Machados. Instruction/Staff- There is so much knowledge at CSW. From submission grappling, wrestling, Muay Thai, Savate, boxing, just to name a few. When you have Coach Paulson instructing you, "Nuff Said". Erik is legendary as a fighter and coach. All the instructors/coaches there have either been in pro fights or have coached fighters. Every now and than, Josh Barnett will teach. Recently, BJJ champion Comprido has stop by to teach classes. OVERALL- If you want to learn how to fight, this is the right place to be at. There is nothing like getting trained by a legend and other fighters who know what they're doing. By the way, if you are looking for fitness, I have lost 50lbs in the past 9months. read more

Desert Tiger Training M.

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7 years ago

From the newbie to the higest belts, the "vibe" is welcoming to everyone. I recently brought a friend, a Black Belt in Filipino Martial Arts. His experience and comment sums it up. "CSW is the Center of the Martial Arts Universe". As a 7yr student of this program. CSW has continued to improve the training and curriculum every year. There isn't a more comprehensive program out there from Begining Student Level 1 to Advanced! Erik's knowledge and ability to continue to adapt from the various combat sports and Martial Arts, will change the way you look and what you are training in, and your approach to learning. Do yourself a favor, TAKE ONE CLASS! The "NO EGO-NO POLITICS" approach and Eriks vast knowledge and teaching skill, is reflected the moment you walk in the door, and energy of every one on and off the mat. read more

Esteban B.

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13 years ago

I've trained at CSW on and off since 2005 and I can't think of a better gym for anyone to train MMA, Erik is an awesome person/trainer, extremely knowledgeable of the fighting game specially the ground, very humble, and very funny individual. This place offers different types of classes from grappling/submission, to kickboxing, with different times to fit your schedule. If you are new to the sport of MMA or a more season vet this gym offers you wide variety of classes fit for every level of the game. read more

Isabella P.

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3 months ago

Absolutely great! It's a huge honor and privilege to even be in the same room and learn from them! I can't thank Coaches Tanya, Erik, Trent, and Mark enough for taking me in as their student. Everyone is awesome. I'm progressing so much. I'm growing so much. And I'm inspired by my coaches and my classmates to be better. I'll cut it short cause otherwise, I'll keep going. read more

Jett L.

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4 years ago

It doesn't look like much when you go past it but when you go inside you will see funny, nice, and hard working people. They taught me so much, I used to get pushed around by other people but now no one messes with me. This place teaches you how to protect yourself and also gets you in shape read more

Alex S.

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14 years ago

Best gym I've been to in LA/Orange County, friendly and helpful staff and members with a very in-depth curriculum. If you want to become profficient or beyond in Martial arts, this is a must. read more

Katie C.

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4 years ago

Great gym!! Both my son and my husband train here. Great coaches and staff. Always friendly and helpful.

Trent M.

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2 years ago

Great Place to Train. Clean and friendly environment with awesome instructors. Plenty of space to park.

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Rounders MMA Fullerton

(44 reviews)

Bottom Line Up Front: I give this gym 5 out of 5 stars --…read moreand that says a lot because I've been training in martial arts since 1995 and am a certified instructor in multiple systems. But let me break it down as to why it gets my seal of approval. What You'll Learn: Rounders offers multiple martial arts: Boxing, Muay Thai (kickboxing), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kali (a Filipino knife-fighting system), and Mixed Martial Arts (which combines striking, wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu). In the past they have also offered wrestling and Judo. So there's something for everyone. Regardless of what class you pick, you'll learn how to protect yourself while getting a great workout. What You'll Gain: Like I mentioned, you'll get a killer workout in a safe and fun environment. According to some studies, you could burn anywhere between 300 to 800 calories in a single 1-hour kickboxing class. It's far more efficient (and fun!) than running on a treadmill. And the added bonus is that you'll learn self-defense along the way. Who You'll Meet: From co-owner Joe Kim to all the other instructors, the coaches here are physically talented, knowledgeable, and easy-going despite being deadly warriors. They create a positive atmosphere so that everyone -- from brand new rookies to combat sports veterans -- has fun while learning. And that trickles down through to the students, who are all supportive and welcoming. The Space: The gym is medium-ish in size compared to other gyms in the area; enough to hold one large group or two smaller sessions at the same time. The equipment is top notch. And the workout space is well maintained. There's also a small section for weight training, too. The Cost: I've visited other gyms with outrageous prices (like $200 a month for only Jiu-Jitsu!). Fortunately, tuition here is reasonably priced -- with options to drop-in, go month-to-month, or commit to 6 months or a full year. (The latter two doesn't mean you have to pay upfront, just that you'll be charged automatically for your chosen time frame and save more over the long term.) And considering those options give you unlimited classes for all of the martial arts classes, Rounders is totally worth it. Conclusion: Rounders MMA Fullerton is an ideal gym to join, whether you're looking to lose weight, learn some self-defense, or just belong to a cool community who will encourage and grow with you.

Took my son here for a free trial and everyone was so nice and friendly. The lady at the front…read morewrapped his hands and made him feel super comfortable. Coach Steven was amazing and the class was amazing! Excited for my son to start boxing!!

North Orange County Martial Arts

4.9

(39 reviews)

Perfect gym for beginners with no martial arts experience. The nerves got better with each class,…read moreand soon I felt stronger and more confident. Coaches are patient, approachable, and great at teaching. If you've ever thought, "I'm not athletic enough" or "I'll embarrass myself," you'll be surprised by what you're capable of. Highly recommend.

This is an amazing martial arts studio for both adults and children. My son started here about six…read moremonths ago and looks forward to going every time. The pricing is more than fair and the kids can go as often as they like, allowing them to progress at their own pace and also work with the parents' schedules. One of the coaches has even fought in the UFC, which makes NOCMA even more 10/10 legit. They discipline the kids, not allowing them to get away with horseplay, while also supporting them and building on their confidence. There are always more than enough instructors for each class, ensuring the kids are always safe and closely supervised. I would recommend North Orange County Martial Arts to any parent searching the perfect studio to introduce their children to MMA.

Neezam Jiu Jitsu School

(15 reviews)

Solid BJJ school in West Anaheim conveniently off the highway. Training consists of technique…read moredrilling, positional sparring, and full sparring. Saeed has a welcoming attitude and built a solid foundation of guys to train. I like the occasional drop in of world class wrestlers and grapplers :)

One of the best decisions i've ever made was to join this gym! I took a long time off training and…read morewas eager to get back. So glad I came across this gym because since day 1 of walking into the gym, coach saeed has been very caring and supportive to all his students. The gym is always a positive environment for everyone to feel welcomed no matter if experienced or not. 100% recommend to come try out! Coach Saeed even gives a free day or week to see if it's something you like!

Samurai Academy