Under new ownership and now named El Monte Jiu Jitsu, the team here is still Checkmat affiliated…read more Head Professor Gabriel leads the team and brings in some of the best people to teach. The skill and support you gain from here is priceless.

Dropped in recently and was really impressed at how clean the facilities were and even more…read moreimpressed by the large mat space. A great academy that caters to children and adults alike, professors Jair and Marat are extremely hands-on, very patient, and extremely technical. I got super lucky... The night I dropped in, professor Leo Vieira was teaching! World class instruction from a BJJ legend!!! Highly recommend Checkmat if you're in the area.

Zero help on trying to get in there was a guy that I asked for help and he was very young to be…read moreworking there and a lady later on talked to me that he was a master and I asked her questions and that was also no help.

Good Tae-Kwon-do school! Master Monique takes good care of my son! Fair prices and no contracts!…read moreand my son loves the classes!! My son's attitude changed lot and I believe that this school will help your child to grow up and be more mature! Love this school!! Sign up now

This is truly a wonderful place to learn Muay Thai. I've gained so much from Kru Walter's…read moreguidance--strength training, Muay Thai techniques, cardio, and self-defense. It's been an enriching experience.

My daughter has been coming to this gym since 2016. At the age of 9 years old. Now she is 19 and…read moreloves this place. They are all very welcoming, making you feel like you family. My daughter has trained with Coach June from the start and has a special place in our hearts for being so patient with our daughter. I highly recommend Sityodtong USA.

I've had several sessions with Master Zhou. He's the real deal! Phenomenal! I wish I lived closer,…read moreI'd be going every week!

I got treated by master zhou back in 2019. I saw a great improvement with one session but he had…read moretold me that I would be needing more than 3 sessions because my illness was chronic. I read a review below that he had passed away , not sure if that's true. I had gone back in 2021 as I believe Early 2022 and they had told me he retired. If he did pass away, he's in heaven resting in peace and I want to say thank you for the healing session you provided. You were the first to have me in personally witness your extraordinary spiritual powers to heal illnesses. Thank you! There are others who I have not gotten treatment from but there's a vast amount information collected by credible sources backing their healing abilities. One name is a Hindu : Mohan Joshi his site is : https://mohanjoshispiritual.weebly.com/ His Facebook is : https://www.facebook.com/mohan.joshi.12327?mibextid=ZbWKwL Master Hong qi qong master : https://www.qimaster.com/ I have not gotten treatments from them. They are both located here in California. I am not associated or paid by saying any of this. Ived done my research and also was a previous client from master zhou.

This review is long overdue! My entire family trains at this gym. BJJ has truly transformed us for…read morethe better. My kids have gained so many valuable life skills both on and off the mat -- confidence, strength, resilience, and discipline. This gym has become like a second home for us. We absolutely love all the coaches here; it's evident how much they care about the growth and development of each student. They maintain a great balance of structure and fun -- firm enough to keep the kids focused, yet encouraging and engaging so they continue to enjoy the sport. This gym is perfect for the whole family -- kids and adults alike. If you're a woman who's ever felt intimidated or never imagined yourself doing martial arts, this is the place for you. The coaches and community make it so comfortable and welcoming that I was able to ease into BJJ with confidence.

Our son began training here in 2021, during the pandemic, and I was deeply impressed by the…read moreprecautions and safety measures implemented to protect both the children and adults. This academy is, without a doubt, one of the most beginner-friendly places to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, whether for kids or adults. The coaches are not only highly skilled professionals but also teach with genuine passion and dedication. They truly care about the growth of students, both on and off the mat. The environment is welcoming and family -oriented, fostering a strong sense of community and team spirit. Additionally, the ample parking and comfortable seating for waiting parents are much appreciated. As parents, we wholeheartedly endorse this academy and are grateful to be part of its community.

I've been coming to strikers since February 2025 and it has been an incredible experience! Coach…read moreJoe is truly one of the most excellent teachers I've ever met. The space he cultivates here isn't your run of the mill martial arts gym. It's an encouraging, collaborative, and welcoming learning environment where Coach takes time to focus on and refine technical skill, depth of knowledge, and rhythm. I recall in particular how Coach Joe took the time to fix my middle kick in a way that really clicked. He takes special care and attention to help you learn not only the proper form of a move but also the why behind it. Once you have it, it's impossible to forget. If he takes the time to help you correct something, just know that he believes in your capacity for growth and improvement. He is a wellspring of expertise. This learning environment is also reinforced by the athletes and experienced students who I've had the pleasure of training with. Through drills and sparring, everyone works to support each other and reinforce our learning. What you get here is not just an education; it's also a didactic community. I can't recommend this gym enough.

We took our very gentle and sweet six year old here one summer after a bullying incident where we…read morerealized she needed some skills and confidence to defend against a brat at school. Duveen was a phenomenal teacher and we saw great progress in just one summer. She is skilled at teaching, has patience and keeps the classes engaging and varied enough to maintain the students' attention. Although our child was not in love with the sport as she is with other activities, we felt it was a very valuable experience and a summer well-spent.

Mojica Judo Club is amazing!! My kids have been training here for about 2 years and they love it…read moreso much. Sansei Tony truly cares for the kids and he prepares them mentally and physically. My son used to be intimidated by his peers at the beginning but now he is growing and learning with his peers like a big family.

The best judo class for children and adults. My boys love it here, and this will be our second year…read morewith Mojica judo. They're always on hand and understanding with the children. Love it here!!

My son was really excited for Ji Jitsu I called he attended a class and he liked it and then i kept…read morereaching out. I called and texted and nothing back.

Excellent training facility- clean environment! Coach Josh creates a safe atmosphere for all…read morestudents to learn in. The owner Josh also recently renovated the space and it looks fantastic. Classes are daily on weekdays at 6pm and Saturday at 10am. Follow @jiujitsuteamamerica for more events and updates. He also offers classes for kids too. It's a great place for kids to learn the fundamentals of BJJ and self defense.

Honestly, I have always wanted to get my kids enrolled in some type of martial arts because I am a…read morestrong believer that it helps with self confidence and for safety reasons. My 6 year old has been getting picked on from other kids in school and thats when I knew that I had to really start enrolling my kids asap. My hubby suggested hapkido and after some research we were so happy to find out that Kim's Hapkido just opened a location in Arcadia. We took our 4 & 6 year old to a free class trial and then enrolled them. They've been going for almost 2 months now and I must say the instructors are super patient and makes it super fun for the kids. My 4 year old doesn't really listen but they truly have been super understanding. My 6 year old loves it and actually looks forward to going to class. Prices are very reasonable and if you enroll more than one person then the price is cheaper. I'm super glad that we enrolled our kids at Kim's Hapkido and would highly suggest it for any adults or kids who is interested in learning martial arts. 2 Thumbs up from this parent! Tips: *Shared parking lot with other businesses or street parking. *Sundays are for private lessons by appointments. *Offers a free trial class. *If you have questions you can call. *Payments are monthly and automatic. *Have multiple locations. *Have IG.

Hapkido has been a guiding principle in our children's lives. Both my son and daughter go here…read more There are many types of martial arts with their own inherent benefits, but from my martial arts backgrounds, I chose this style for my children which is more of a blend of the styles I studied. My son's journey started 14 years ago in San Dimas where he studied under Grand Master Petermann, then Master Petermann, at 4 years old. We only went two times a week, but I liked their style and adherence to the traditional ways of Hapkido. When the San Dimas studio closed, they moved temporarily to the Masonic Temple in San Dimas. We later moved to the Pasadena studio (this is when my daughter started), then South Pasadena waiting for Arcadia to open. My son got his black belt under the training of both Mr. Tomas and Master Kim. His early training was from Grandmaster Peterman and Mr. and Mrs. Clark. My daughter is training for her black belt--some 10 years later, under the tutelage of Mr. Tomas, Ms. Kelly, and Mr. Salazar. WHAT A JOURNEY!!! We followed Mr. Tomas because he cares about his students--they are NOT dollar signs as some studios see them. He wants them to succeed but does NOT baby them. He teaches real world experiences that one would face with which Hapkido can help--it is not just fighting. These are life-building transferable skills you can use anywhere--plus defend yourself. I am a veteran high school teacher, and I can almost always tell a student who has been or is in martial arts. Confidence. Respectful, Perseverance. Control. Calm. Independent. Humble--they will get these here. Do not hesitate to go to this studio. Have you child watch or even join a practice. It will be one of the best decisions you will make in your children's life, in my opinion. They might even see my son there, Mr. Smead. Thank you to all that have helped my son reach his goals, and now my daughter to follow.

I highly recommend Sifu Benson as a teacher, mentor, and practitioner of traditional Wu Style Tai…read moreChi and Eagle Claw Kung Fu. I had been interested in learning more about Tai Chi for some time, both as a wellness practice and a martial art form. I found Sifu Benson a few years ago after doing some online research, and based on the good impression I got, I decided to check out his classes. It was immediately clear that this was the "real deal." Sifu Benson brings to his classes an incredible amount of knowledge and sophisticated understanding of the forms, both practical and theoretical. He connects everything we do back to their foundations in traditional Chinese thinking and martial arts. He is able to teach beginners and advanced students equally well, allowing each student to develop at their own pace and leading them step by step to greater understanding and practice. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, Sifu Benson will be there to ensure that you are steadily, consistently growing and perfecting your skills. Learning Tai Chi with him has helped me grow as a person and has given me an invaluable gift in developing the form.

I was looking for some basic self-defense classes for me and my family and he was great. He…read moretailored it for our needs as I had minor children. He was very kind patient and gave my kids a really good lesson on what to look for, to avoid, how to protect themselves and what to do. He never made them feel uneasy or scare them. It was all very empowering. My kids feel so much more confident about going out into the world.