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    Jonathan M.

    SIFU RICHARD BUSTILLO HAS BEEN SUCH A BLESSING IN MY LIFE this placed has changed my life...this place has real good instructors and students..its really a family feeling place...you can see the history of various people that have studied or have been a supporting force to the IMB academy if your serious about learning martial arts and not just UFC MMA then this place will help you...not only will they teach you how to fight but they will hep you become better people when you walk in you see the office its decorated with many bruce lee pics and awards second room is the main training room with all the thai pads kicking shields and boxing focus mits third room to the left will be the weight room next is the dressing locker room last is the room in the back with a boxing ring and other various heavy bags I LOVE THIS PLACE COME AND EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF

    Kids love taking classes here. Love the discipline.

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    4 years ago

    Great gym so far first week down and can't wait to learn more. Steve and Nick are great teachers.

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    4 years ago

    Great school where to learn martial arts in a very approachable and fun way. Steve is a great instructor

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    Machida Karate Academy - Sensei Chinzo Machida at the Machida Karate Headquarters in Lomita, California.

    Machida Karate Academy

    4.9(104 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    I've been eyeing Machida Karate Academy since I was pregnant with my firstborn. I had always…read moredreamed of enrolling him here because of the incredible reviews and the connection to someone my husband has admired for decades Lyoto Machida. When we first started dating, he told me about Lyoto, and it felt like destiny that our son would one day train at a place tied to someone we both respected. Back then, the youngest age accepted was 4, so I had to wait patiently. When my son was 3.5, I reached out to the dojo to plan ahead, and that's when I met Sensei Caroline the sweetest, most professional guide you could hope for. I also had the honor of meeting Chinzo Machida. He is incredibly humble and professional, even with a 4-year-old student, which immediately put me at ease. My son absolutely loved his time there. He would talk about it constantly, excited for every lesson, every practice. Unfortunately, after about two months, I realized he wasn't quite ready for the level of discipline and structure required yet, and I didn't want him or the class to struggle. I spoke with Sensei Caroline honestly, and she was completely supportive, encouraging us to return when the time felt right. This academy deserves every ounce of respect and recognition. The environment, the instructors, and the care they put into their students are truly exceptional. I can't wait for the day we come back and fully experience all that Machida Academy has to offer.

    My daughter recently started at Machida Karate Academy in Lomita, and I couldn't be happier with…read morethe experience so far. From the very first class, the instructors made her feel comfortable, supported, and excited to learn. They strike a perfect balance between discipline and encouragement, firm when they need to be, but always positive and patient. What really stands out is how intentional they are about teaching both skill and character. My daughter is already showing more confidence, focus, and respect at home, and she looks forward to every class (which says a lot!). The lessons are well-structured, engaging, and age-appropriate, and the instructors truly take the time to help each student improve at their own pace. The academy itself is clean, organized, and clearly run with a lot of pride. Parents get a great view of the classes, and it's easy to see how much care and attention goes into each session.

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    Machida Karate Academy - Our Little Dragon Program - 4 to 6 years old.

    Our Little Dragon Program - 4 to 6 years old.

    Machida Karate Academy - Sensei Chinzo preparing to promote our Youth Samurai class (7-11 years old) during the belt test.

    Sensei Chinzo preparing to promote our Youth Samurai class (7-11 years old) during the belt test.

    Machida Karate Academy - Our Teen Tiger Program!  12-15 years old.

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    Our Teen Tiger Program! 12-15 years old.

    Tsunami Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - A.M. Class.

    Tsunami Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    5.0(13 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    It's almost a year I have trained here and i am still going strong. I still drive from Monterey…read morePark to here at least 3 times a week. The atmosphere is great in this gym and everyone is treated like family. I saw results after training here, I was able to win 2 first places and starting submitting my opponents at tournaments! That was a feat I struggled with in my past years. In my previous tournament, I was able to finish all my opponents under 2 minutes. I thank the Professor Ouano and Perry for teaching me. They not just teach BJJ, but self defense(rare nowadays, since people focus on competition more now) and building yourself to be a good examples for others off the mat. Highly recommend anyone to check this place out, you won't regret it. There are also others, who live farther than me; who take long drive just to train here.

    I was lucky enough to be in the Torrance area for some training. Before I went out there I asked my…read moreJiu Jitsu coach if he could think of a place where I could train Jiu Jitsu during my stay there. Without thinking about it he said, "You have to train at Tsunami BJJ". I am so thankful for that suggestion. Professor John Ouano and Perry Hauck are amazing Bjj instructors. They welcomed a stranger from across the US like I was family. Their attention to detail was phenomenal. John even pointed things out that I was doing wrong with my shoulder rolls. Everyone that I met that trained there was very welcoming. There was no ego, just a willingness to train and help a white belt get better. If you are the type of person who can't learn something by seeing it once, you will not have an issue here. They drill, then they drill, then they drill some more. Thanks Professor John and Professor Perry!!!!

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    Tsunami Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Another first I took at a no gi tournament. Thank you Professor Perry for being there.

    Another first I took at a no gi tournament. Thank you Professor Perry for being there.

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