Wanted to leave a review for Rashad and Crystal because they have quite literally changed my entire…read morelife this year. I attended my first beginner's class in December 2023 (it's now August 2024 when I'm writing this review), and I was probably in the worst shape of my life when I began. I blame Covid/changing to a WFH job/30's metabolism changes blah blah blah, but whatever. I was happy to keep blaming my excuses. And I was so nervous to take a class and move my body in front of other people... I had literally never taken an exercise class of any kind before. But when I say that first class was the most welcoming, encouraging, fun, and yes-HARD-experience I've ever had... I mean it. It was the perfect balance of everything I needed to get me to come back. I've never enjoyed exercising, it's always been something I dread. But Rashad and Crystal know what they're doing, and they genuinely want to help you feel stronger in your body. I never feel uncomfortable or self-conscious in any way in their classes, only encouraged and motivated. I've now lost 23 pounds (!) in the past 8 months (also with the help of a calorie deficit I started 3 months ago), and I feel actual muscle and strength that I've never felt before in my life, even at my "thinnest." I'm now straight up addicted to these classes. I will only miss one if life requires me to, and I feel genuinely upset when I do! They have been such a game changer for my mental health, too. Whatever your goals are -- weight loss, cardio and strengthening , stress release, or just a killer workout with an amazing community -- you'll find it here. I feel so blessed to have found them. THANK YOU F&F!!!

The best people, the BEST workout you'll ever have! I really have never found anything that works…read moreme out like this place! I found them years ago and I've been coming for probably eight years?! Now though I moved out of the area I still deal with the drive just for them because there's really no place better and no community better than Foxy And Fierce! Never felt stronger, thanks y'all!

I discovered Revat from a Meetup.com group and took a free introduction. After the introduction it…read morewas clear to me that I had to train this art. To give you some context, I trained Aikido for 5 years, including training in Japan where Aikido was founded and trained a couple years of Taekwondo. Training Revat has made a profound difference in the quality of my life. Yes, my fighting skills are improving by leaps and bounds, however, my confidence with men, and in myself, has become solid. The training not only conditions your reflexes to act automatically and effectively, but it includes life lessons at every step. I get the opportunity to see how I behave under different training situations and notice where in life I behave the same way. This gives me the opportunity to change how I'm approaching things both in my life and in training.

I first found this place through craigslist. I was looking for a class to take and by chance I was…read moreable to sign up for a women's self defense class in July last year. The majority of the classes here are mostly for men so it was perfect timing for me. I persuaded my coworker to take the class with me. Our instructor, Julie, was a small asian woman that knows her self defense. I'm taller than her and when she held me, there were many times I was unable to break away! Dont be fooled by her size! Our class size was small but very effective during the one hour instruction. During our class, Dimitri (another instructor) assisted by practicing with us so that we had a better feeling of how it is to be attacked by a man (since most little asian women dont do that type of stuff....). After each class, Julie emailed all of us a review of what we learned and how to practice our moves and forms of defense. Great class! I learned a lot! Parking in the area is limited but some street parking is available. Easily accessible by CTA blue line.

TERRIFIC ENERGY. The…read moredojo is clean and pure. Physically and energetically, like a traditional Japanese dojo. As it should be Ricardo Wilke - 4 Dan Black Belt Under World Champions, Saulo & Xande Ribeiro Brothers Ben Willis - Black Belt Kind & patient instructors for you to learn, slowly. Don't underestimate their kindness Real killahs No place for BS or ego here Especially Ricardo, incredible attention to detail and commitment to the art of self defense and Martial Arts. Take a private lesson with him if you can, it will catapult your game & mindset 10 folds. Honored to call them my masters and sensei, not only in jiu jitsu but as a way of life Head strong

professor ben and ricardo are great and their instruction has added a lot of value to my life. i…read morelook forward to coming into class and think you will too. The students are also really welcoming and quickly make you feel like a part of the pack. In addition to the actual BJJ instruction i really appreciate how well kept the facility is and how easy it is to find parking (everyone who's been around la understands how much of a blessing this is)

Ok this is my new favorite way to work out. I met the owners of Divas In Defense at a net-working…read moremixer called "Kicks and Cock-tails" where you can sip cocktails and learn self defense techniques. I thought it was a cute idea for a "Ladies Night Out". I contacted one of the owners (Chris) to find out how I could host a self defense class that would best fit my organization. Chris was very helpful and was able to tailor the class to my specific goals. I decided to host a Mother's & Daughter's Kick Butt self defense class for my organization RISE UP Youth Empowerment, as a bonding activity between mothers and daughters. Although I didn't come in with any particular expectations but the class was very informative, and more importantly it was fun fun fun!!!! All the ladies who attended the class expressed that they were able to learn great moves which also focused on toning their bodies. The Self Defense teachers were great!! they kept us interested with the knowledge they gave us. I felt empowered after attending this class and I would recommend it to all women because you'll learn so much that will possibly save your life, and as a added bonus tone your body. That's the low down around town...Do you want to be down?? Smooches:) xoxo

From the owner: ALL-FEMALE self defense, stun gun, and firearm training group. We offer personal safety and self…read moredefense workshops and courses from various locations throughout Metro Atlanta, Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Lexington and Los Angeles, as well as running clinics from several other locations. We also provide on-site corporate and private training programs, including specialty training seminars and presentations.

Solid gym. Relaxed environment. Lots of rolling. Not strict with warm-ups, so if you're a purple…read morebelt, this gym is a dream come true! If you're a blue belt and up, you're going to love this gym. The instructors and other students are extremely knowledgeable. Professor Menamy was trained under Rickson Gracie. Others have learned things from world renowned martial artists. Perks: -You can wear any color gi (some gyms make you wear white gi only) -two bathrooms, both with a shower which is pretty neat -very sanitary -dimmed lighting, no fluorescent hospital lights -you can purchase sets of class passes (4 classes, 6 classes, 1 class, 3x weekly for a month, and unlimited classes for a month)

I posted a review a few months ago, and deleted it because I want to be very careful about how I…read moresay this. Martin is, by far, the best Systema instructor outside of Systema HQ in Toronto. However, I walked away from the academy. Some of the students(including one who ran for governor during the recall election for ca. governor, and "informed" me that Gavin Newsom was a pedophile).bought into RW talking points and Covid misinformation, and I frankly felt uncomfortable, especially as a Black Man. I would've left it there and said nothing. However, after tweeting about my experience(without naming Martin or the academy), I was approached by one of their senior students/instructors while I was out working. How he found me, I don't know. but it wasn't happenstance. Although there was no direct threat made, it was certainly implied. It's especially galling because I was a long-time student here. But, I guess those on the "right" feel they can intimidate anyone now, for any reason. In any case, I'm training a different martial art now, no worries. But I'll never touch Systema again.

The Center closed 5/31/26…read more As of 6/1/26, the KMW Sherman Oaks program moved to a temporary space at Burbank/Balboa. Check out www.ValleyKMW.com. KMW West LA program is now at IconFit at Olympic/Bundy in West LA. Check out www.iconfit.com. All the same instructors and curriculum. The schedule is online on both websites above during this transition while they update the KMW website. Check out the new spaces!

Love doing the Krav Maga classes here! The instructors are well trained, professional and helpful…read morefor us beginners. I highly recommend if you want to learn self-defense and get in great shape!

My 11 year old son is getting ready for 6th grade. I knew he was entering a time in his life where…read morehe's going from a little boy to a young man. Team bully busters is not only strengthening him physically but mentally as well. The confidence my son has in himself in just over a week is amazing. He is truly SEEN here and I'm so happy that we chose team bully busters. Definitely recommend!!!!

Bully Busters has been amazing exercise for my son as well as giving him confidence and strength…read more He loves going to class and the teachers are very supportive. They can be tough and strict, but they are fair.

It's been a long time ever since I've been trained by Coach Guimma. Still, the effort of his…read morecoaching shows much results. I've been coached by Guimma since I was 14 and one thing that I understood really good was discipline. One of the most important lessons I've ever learned though out my life. It wasn't the only thing I've learned, coach Guimma taught me many fighting techniques and stances, combinations and dodges. Overall one of the best coaches in the city! Definitely recommend his lessons!

Great trainer Shows great fundamentals. Very patient. And professional. I'm excited to take…read moreit to the next level.