Getting ready to join this Dojo! Very inspirational and supportive environment. Make sure to have…read moreshin guards! Lots of kicking! Respect!

I love to take my kids here the staff is amazing and friendly and always ready to take you or your…read morekids to the next step.

I have been in martial arts most of my life, and this is the most all-encompassing training centers…read moreI have found. For years I have searched for a studio that covers mindset, striking, weapons, grappling and have it all taught with street application. Hard to find, but GC Krav Maga has it all. They also host many self-defense and survival-specific seminars. The owner, Mr. Noi, creates an environment that is welcoming and also challenging for everyone. Every class leaves me with a great physical work out. GC Krav Maga is everything I have wanted, all in one location. There are many similar studios closer to my home, but I choose to drive 1 hour round trip to attend class regularly. Well worth it!

This is the best place to train Krav Maga period!! Mr. Noi and his team of instructors are very…read moreknowledgeable, helpful and full of respect! They also have real world training which is a plus so bring yourself our the entire family and start training!

Let me add a review as an adult who joined the Gracie Jiu Jitsu family in Whittier just 3 months…read moreago. TL:DR - Starting my Jiu Jitsu journey here has been one of the best decisions for me, as a martial art and personally. The coaches are very competent and help maintain an atmosphere of cooperation and learning that is so crucial. If you're thinking of trying Jiu Jitsu, especially if you're a lightweight person like me, definitely try the 10 day trial at least. You won't regret it. Long version: I've been a featherweight for the past 13 years of my life and always wanted to get into martial arts because honestly, if I ever get into a fight, it's going to be against someone heavier/stronger than me. My dad's a cop who taught me some basic punching form when I was a kid and luckily, knowing how to throw a real punch has saved me many a time throughout my school years dealing with jerks who wanted to pick a fight. I trained in Wing Chun for a bit, but always felt like I would get destroyed by anyone bigger than me if I were to use the techniques, which came true (did some light wing Chun sparring with a friend who's bigger and knew no wing Chun or any martial art: I got pwned). A year ago, I trained in judo for two months and while I thought the sensei was awesome and the dojo had great reviews, all it takes is a sparring session with a dude 50 lbs heavier than me and with an ego to prove to get an injury. A few of the guys there were very experienced but a bit cocky, so it wasn't the best learning environment, no fault of the sensei, who did his best to instruct and balance working with the kids and adults in the same class. Finally worked up the courage to try out the free 10 day trial at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Whittier and I am ever grateful I did. Coach Alex and Coach Jacob are stand-up guys with heart and genuine passion for the art. I appreciated how they've been able to create an atmosphere of cooperation, learning, and hard work whenever I've gone to train. It was seriously completely different from any of my other martial arts experiences. Because the instruction is so detailed and the focus is on really honing each technique until it's second nature, I progressed more in this discipline than any of my previous training. I'm not going to talk about the effectiveness of BJJ because we all know it's effective, but suffice it to say that it's the perfect martial art for me to finally even the odds against someone bigger and stronger than me. I've grown a lot throughout my journey here and my personal confidence has grown into other areas of my life. I've always thought it was cliche, but now I feel like I honestly know what it means now to say that "it's more than just a martial art, it's a way of life." Sad to say that after training 3x a week here for the past 3 months, I had to stop because I'm moving to Oregon. But! I've already found a certified training center up where I'll be living to continue my Gracie Jiu Jitsu journey. Thanks to Coach Alex, Coach Jacob, and all my other friends here who've been so helpful, challenging, and encouraging throughout my time here. It has really changed my life for the better.

I have been there for almost 2 years. He has been one of the best instructors I have had!read more

This is a new location of JKA Los Angeles. This dojo is very clean and easy to find parking…read more Teachers are very professional and caring. They are serious about their karate training. My child definitely learn a lot here and gain a lot of self confidence and experience by going to karate tournaments with this dojo. Price is very reasonable. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a place to learn karate.

My 6-year-old son has always had a hard time focusing and staying engaged, so I started looking for…read moreactivities that could help build his attention, confidence, and discipline. After researching local options on Yelp, I came across Taekwondo USA. Thankfully, Master Kim offers an introductory lesson at a great price that even includes a free uniform. From the very first lesson, both my son and I were hooked. We're now about a month in, and it has been a wonderful experience. Master Kim does an incredible job making each class fun while also teaching students the importance of paying attention, following instructions, and showing respect. I also want to recognize Master Jimmy, who has spent a great deal of time helping my son stay focused, follow directions, and continue improving. His patience and encouragement have made a real difference. The entire staff has been welcoming, supportive, and genuinely invested in the students' success. I'm excited to see my son continue to learn, grow, and build confidence under the guidance of Master Kim, Master Jimmy, and the rest of the team. Highly recommended!

Great spot in east whittier area. Located in a strip mall next to Smart and final. Master Kim and…read moreassociates working at the spot are very diligent with what they do. They take really good care of the kids they instruct. Very professional environment.

My older son started training here when he was 4 years old and just earned his black belt. Now my…read moreyounger son, who is almost 5, has also joined. Victory Taekwondo not only teaches excellent martial arts skills, but more importantly, it instills discipline, respect, perseverance, and resilience, these qualities that truly shape a child's character. Both of my boys absolutely love coming here, and we feel very lucky to have such a wonderful place in our neighborhood.

After one year at Victory TKD, I've seen remarkable growth in both my 11-year-old son and…read more12-year-old daughter. Under the guidance of Master Bobby and his dedicated team of instructors, my children have developed skills that will serve them for a lifetime, not just in martial arts, but in life. Through Taekwondo, they've gained mental and physical strength, resilience, discipline, respect for others, self-confidence, and a deep sense of achievement rooted in hard work and goal setting. Master Bobby and his instructors are true experts in their craft and, more importantly, they genuinely care about each student's development. Their passion and commitment have made a lasting impact on our family.

I was looking around for a place to learn any self defense. So I went through a couple of free…read moreclasses. A lot of the classes were mostly cardio and I was looking for a place to learn techniques. I found my home at kali. They have a knowledgeable and helpful coach. As well great support system with the students that attend. Everyone will help you grow and become better each day. They have two locations, one in Whittier and one at a private location in Anaheim off the 91. As a beginner, I highly recommend this for other beginners. You get to work the technique and spar with different belts. Each person will help you with their experiences to help you succeed.

I have been a student of Sifu Bud Thompson for eight years now, so I can vouch for the validity of…read morehis training and what it has done for me personally. The Kali Academy is a place where you come to work hard, if you are not prepared to work hard then you will not be able to get the full benefit of the training. Kali is a complete system that offers training in multiple real-life situations: striking, ground fighting, weapons, close quarter combat, and multiple attackers. Sifu Bud and his instructors have helped me over the past with any questions that I may have had and have helped me to become a better practioner of the arts I have chosen to study. Everybody who comes here and puts forth the effort will leave with something that can help them on their journey to becoming a better student and practioner of the arts. I highly recommend this place if you are serious about learning and training; you'll be surprised at what you can learn. As for the previous (filtered) review, I can only say that he has a skewed perspective of what really happens here. No sparring? No emphasis on execution? You either didn't show up enough or you weren't ready for sparring, because our sparring is full contact (boxing gloves and mouthpiece/cup) and is very intense. I, myself, have sparred on numerous occasions and have had my fair share of bumps and bruises. So don't try to tell these people there is no sparring. We almost always video tape our sparring sessions and they are available on dvd for your review and for your further improvement. Everything we do prepares you to properly execute your training in real combat, but you do have to put the TIME AND EFFORT in or else it won't make any sense and you'll forget about it when you really need it. Don't blame Sifu Bud for your inability to understand what he's teaching, or the lack of training on your part. If you had a problem understanding then you should have asked for help or stayed after class with a more experienced student and asked for some clarification. Yeah, we do train certain things a lot but it's because they want us to understand important concepts that are necessary to proceed. How can they teach us to run when some are barely able to stand? As for the contract, Sifu always told us that we could break it as long as we gave a 30 day notice in writing. If people want to leave, it's really that simple. The website has been updated, by the way, to show that there is no more annual contract. Please refer to it for updated pricing plans.

Our kids have been training at Victory TKD for over 5 years now. We're proud to say that Victory…read morehas been a very positive, and enriching part of their lives. Especially now that they're both teenagers. Martial arts training has kept our kids in shape, and it's also helped them focus in school. We're very thankful that Grand Master Kim, Master Chad, Master Iszack and Instructor Cristina are a part of the community here at Whittier. If you're looking for a martial arts studio for your child to train, come on in. The student's accomplishments, and the studio's long history at Whittier speaks for itself.

The place is a nice with a nice staff, very friendly and very supportive of the all process to get…read morein