Nelson is so fantastic!!! Just signed up for 5 more training classes with him after the initial…read moreself defense lesson. I felt more confident within the first 5 minutes learning from him but then he really goes into each position we might be put into and what our options of defense are to get out and attack our attacker! He even pads up and has us practice on him. I am blown away by how little I knew before this class. I would have been useless and I already feel so much stronger and safer after just one 1.5 hr session! Nelson is fabulous. He is the sweetest, most encouraging but straight forward teacher. I could go on and on about how highly I recommend him. You will NOT regret this class (definitely might feel sore after though!!!) My friend and I have been obsessing over our newfound passion in this training and can't wait to continue with Nelson!!

Nelson is an incredible instructor. He's patient and passionate about this subject matter and…read moreempowering women. I attended this course with my teen daughter. We didn't know what to expect. His teaching style is excellent - firm, informative, and supportive. I can't recommend this course enough. Will be looking at the summer camp!

Loved how clean it looks and bright lighting. My son went there for about a year and…read morecoaches/senseis were very nice and hands on. I loved it but my son just did not get into it.

What an amazing dojo! Can't say enough about how well this school is run and the training and…read morerespect that is taught to the students. The sensei's are great and our daughter is growing quickly in such a short time. Thank you Sensei Jeff and Sam!

I really love this martial arts studio for my Son. It's a family owned business, and they really…read morecare about the children. The setting is really clean and I love how the layout separates parents from the children while allowing us to watch them the entire time, but minimizing their distractions. There's also a good mix of martial arts taught here and I appreciate the variety.

We've been with Kingi for a year and a half and we love it. I have two kids and they have learned a…read moregreat deal because of the support, encouragement, discipline, structure provided. It truly is a family, we have enjoyed going to the beach together, celebrating Halloween, and we've even attended Kingi camp. There is over 40 years of experience in this environment and it shows. We couldn't be prouder to be a part of it! Thank you Kingi Kajukenbo

I took the Women's Basics course after moving to LA and it changed my life! I would sign all of my…read morefriends up for this class if I could. This course teaches essential skills for verbal de-escalation, boundary setting, and physical self-defense, but what really sets it apart is how those skills are ingrained through fully-adrenalized, full-force fight scenarios. That, and the fact that the IMPACT instructors are phenomenal. I'm always impressed by their attentiveness, innovative teaching techniques, and their emphasis on students' safety during physical confrontations. Since taking the Basics course, I've successfully used verbal de-escalation tools twice in real-life situations, including during a frightening incident when a muscular man ran straight at me and blocked my path while I was walking in my neighborhood. I've also applied the skills I've learned in the workplace and most other areas of life. It may sound hyperbolic, but the class really changed how I walk through the world. If you can't commit to the full Basics course, consider taking the Intro Class. It's a great place to start. IMPACT also offers an advanced course and a "Defense Against the Armed Assailant" course for those who have completed the Basics. I took both and highly recommend!

10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I had wanted to take a Basics class for a long time but kept putting it off…read more(so nervous) but one day I thought JUST DO IT, and I'm so glad I did! It's not like martial arts, there's not a ton of fancy tricks; it's accessible and practical skills..AND you get to fight an actual person. I didn't just learn skills to defend myself, I learned about what I was actually capable of. It changed my life! Can't recommend enough!

I trained at this gym (somewhat) consistently for 1.5 years and have had nothing but positive…read moreexperiences. They offer many forms of martial arts including gi/no-gi bjj, striking/kickboxing, and wrestling. I typically attend the no-gi bjj classes. It starts with a quick warm-up, followed by learning a skill. Coaches will demo each move a few times and show you variations. You take turns drilling with your partner while the coaches will keep an eye out for questions or if someone is having trouble. The last 20 mins or so will be spent live rolling with different people on the mat. I also went to quite a few of the Friday workouts. The workout is mainly bodyweight/HIIT exercises that are timed. What I like about these is you can push yourself as hard as you want. If something is easier for you, do more or go faster. Not gonna lie, these classes kicked my ass. Sometimes I dreaded going to these but I never regret going. Overall, a great place to learn any form of martial art and get fit. Shout out to all the coaches who trained and pushed me!

This place is a waste of time. I rather stand in line at a DMV. They always try to sell you on…read morethings you don't need. Everyone has a big ego and act like they are world champions. When in reality they are just people who work at a hole in the wall.

I had a great experience training with Elliot! He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and…read moreempowering. He made sure everyone felt comfortable and capable, no matter their skill level. His teaching style is clear, hands-on, and practical, focusing on real-life situations to help us feel more confident and prepared. What I loved most is his supportive and encouraging approach--he truly wants every woman to feel strong and safe. I walked away not just with valuable self-defense skills, but also with a newfound sense of empowerment. Highly recommend his classes to anyone looking to build confidence and personal safety! I was the type of person to go into freeze mode and lock up during tough situations, after taking his class, I'm more confident that I will react more quickly with the skills I've acquired. Ladies, don't wait on this one. Take the 4-hour much needed class for every woman!

I took, my two daughters and I to Elliott for his conscious defense class because I wanted to be…read moresure to do so before my oldest went off to college. I'm very glad I did-this class started with something I'd never thought about before, a question about what you'd be willing to do if faced with a situation where you needed to defend yourself physically from an attacker. The question is important because it was followed by learning all the techniques for doing so, and they essentially consist of doing things to another human being that I hope I will never be faced with having to do, to say the least (but look out if you try to attack me!). I have seen changes in my daughters and myself already, for example my oldest told me about her new habit of what she now does when she enters a dark parking garage at night. Thank you, Elliott, for imparting such a wealth of safety information to us.

Lima is a fantastic place to train taekwondo and jiu jitsu. There are no egos. Everyone is…read moresupportive, humble, and respectful. The instructors really care about your training. I have been taking the Women's Jiu Jitsu classes for the past 6 months with Master Chris, and I love it. Master Chris is a gifted teacher, and her classes are safe and focused. We do a lot of drills, and she has a lesson plan for every class. You are not allowed to roll until you get your first stripe as a white belt, and even after you start rolling, she watches everyone very closely and makes sure people are safe. She is one of the most thoughtful and considerate people that I've met in BJJ, but don't be fooled by her kind demeanor. She is a badass (7th Dan TKD Grandmaster, 1st(?) degree Black Belt in BJJ). I am lucky to be able to train with her. Lima is very family friendly, and the kids classes are popular. I wish I had started at a young age. I highly recommend training here. Parking is free and easy. There are plenty of classes offered throughout the week here and at their 2nd location in Harbor City.

This place has changed my life. My daughter has been coming here since she was about 3 years old…read morefor Taekwondo. She's now 7 and has her Blue Belt and because of her I decided to do Taekwondo for a bit myself but due to a change in my work schedule I ended up switching to the BJJ class with Master Ica who is also an extremely good and attentive teacher. Before I started coming here I was 200 pounds, miserable , and had no motivation for anything anymore but after a year of consistent hard work, I went from 200 pounds to 160, my physical and mental health is at its peak and I feel like I've entered a brand new prime. I feel the best I ever been now at age 30 than I ever had even in my early 20's!! All the Masters are very patient, humble and will treat you with respect and there is NO egos whatsoever amongst any of the students from both the Taekwondo and Jiu Jitsu side, Everyone is very welcoming which is a big plus because the last thing you'd want is to train in a place that gives off bad energy. Unfortunately my work schedule has became very unstable so I had to put a pause on my BJJ but my daughter is still able to make it to her classes and I'm very proud that she has her Blue Belt in Taekwondo and is now learning BJJ in an environment where I know she's in excellent hands. If you or your kids want to learn Taekwondo or BJJ then I highly recommend coming here, You'll be glad you did :)

I have had a honor of knowing and training with Master Soodmand over the years under the World Kido…read moreFederation. He is a wonderful leader who understands the true essence of martial arts training. His skill levels are matched with his genuine kindness. I highly recommend Soodmand Academy for those in the Santa Monica region!

This place is amazing,very professional and friendly! My trainer with all experience and discipline…read moreHard work and help me to reach the level I was expecting to reach mentally and physically, feel much better than before, I definitely Recommend .................,...Soodmand Academy, to all my family and friends , great service, very professional, knowledgeable! Thanks.

Henry was a valuable tutor to our 6th grader. He was always on time, professional and strived to…read moreoffer personalized stories to connect with our son. We saw an improvement in our sons confidence with mathematics when doing his homework and testing. We would definitely recommend his services!

I am a mental health consultant who has spoken with Henry about overlaps between clinical…read morecounseling and statistical tutoring/training, and basic calculus principles underlying or corresponding with fundamental statistical concepts. He has a warm, welcoming, kind presence which provides a sort of calming support for help with a wide range of science-based subjects including physics, chemistry, and biology.

There are A LOT of choices if you want to workout outside of the home. A few of the bigger things…read moreto consider will always be time and money. My old gym membership had expired and it was time for me to figure out what I wanted to do next. I started researching some options: Yoga, Gym, Boxing, Pilates, Kickboxing, Private trainer and more. It's mind boggling but more importantly it's wallet emptying.. I was trying to find a place where I could workout whenever I wanted and not have to wait for a machine or make an appointment for a class but also not break the bank. 9Round is not only the best value compared to all the other options, but you can go anytime on any day within their hours (5am - 11pm). There are trainers there to help and guide you during specific times and there are also tv's at every station to show you how to do the workouts. There are 9 stations - and you will spend 3 minutes at each station w/a 30 second break between stations. The trainers are super helpful to show you how to do the workouts correctly, work on your form and even give you a mental push if you need/want it. The best part is you can go as often as you want, and the workouts change daily so you won't get bored of the same routine. It's very clean there and have yet to run into some of "those gym people" who are wearing makeup or cologne and want to be seen. Quick tip - if you want workout with fewer people or without a trainer on site, you can go during hours when they are not available. I usually workout between 1-3pm and it's a much quieter time.

This is an update as of Nov. 2025. Membership Prices:…read more12-month program = $1,500 ($125 / month) 6 months = $930 ( $155 / month), Month to Month = $185 a month They do NOT accept One Pass (from health plans) any longer. The Culver City location is open every day from 5 AM to 11 PM. I gave them a 5-star rating because they had a 4.9 rating from 50 posts when I viewed their Yelp page. I have not used their services but the representative on the phone was very helpful.