I had always wanted my boys to learn self defense. Just didn't know where to start looking with so…read moremany places almost at every corner and different styles. We came out here for a child's bday party and small fun class.... That's when I said this is the place. My boys enjoy it, we come 2xs a week and all the sensei are very helpful. Thank you

My four year old daughter is new here, but our experience has been amazing thus far! She is always…read moreexcited for class. I have been to many different dojos over the years with my older son, but this one is exceptional. All the Senseis and instructors manage the children so well, despite the many different temperaments, energy levels and personalities. The classes are very well staffed, no matter what day we attend. Lastly, it speaks volumes that everyone knew my daughter's name from the very first class. It seems like there are so many children throughout the week, but they address each child by name and that's impressive to me! I highly recommend this studio to anyone!

Only if you want the BEST Karate training from OUTSTANDING instructors who are genuinely interested…read morein helping you ACHIEVE your goals, then check out American Martial Arts Academy (AMAA). I'm 67+, have stage 4 cancer. After chemo and radiation, my numbers were undetectable. I needed to rebuild my 1-year+ coach-potato body. AMAA was the the ANSWER!

The instructors here are great with my lil heathen! Somehow they manage to get him to listen & obey…read moreinstructions. They instill great structure, discipline and confidence all while having a blast. Watching my little maniac at belt promotions makes me very proud of his hard work and commitment!

Our karate journey has been incredible, and the kids absolutely love it!…read more Sensei Shahin is not just nice but also highly professional, teaching them not just martial arts skills but the essential values of focus and respect. The self-defense lessons add an extra layer of confidence, ensuring they can protect themselves. Going twice a week has become a routine, and it's amazing to see them embrace the fun and challenge of learning karate, including the art of handling bo staffs and nunchucks weapons. Just tell them you are Kara and Kyrie's friend and get to try a free class. Have fun! Free parking and easy to find a parking space. It's next to Good Well.

Enrolling my son into Red Dragon Yorba Linda was one of the best decisions we made for him…read more As a wiggly 8 year old who is non stop, with no control of his body, sensei Shahin taught him how to focus his mind, control his body and how to respect others while learning traditional form of karate. Sensei is super patient with the kids too and really knowledgeable and great at explaining how to do forms, weapons, and moves. If you're in the Placentia, Brea, Yorba Linda, you'll have to check them out.

Great professors and learning environment! Love it for the kids as well as myself as an adult to…read moregrow within this sport.

Special people, special experiences. What a gift it is to use our bodies AND our brains to get…read morestronger. A million outta 10.

My two daughters, ages 9 and 5, have been attending Frazier Martial Arts for the past nine months,…read moreand we have been continuously impressed with the program. From the beginning, they offered a free trial class so we could experience the program, meet the instructors, and get to know the director, Amanda. We immediately felt welcomed by the friendly and supportive staff. The martial arts skills are taught in an age-appropriate way, and the instructors create an encouraging environment that truly supports learning and growth. My girls were very timid when they first started, but over the past nine months, they have grown tremendously in both confidence and discipline. What impresses me most is how well trained the staff is in child development and engaging with children. The team includes both trained martial arts professionals and student volunteers, and it is clear that they understand how to communicate with children, motivate them, and adapt their approach to each child's individual needs. The instructors maintain authority without being harsh or overly strict. They command respect while also showing respect to their students. The facility is clean, safe, and family-oriented, and it provides a wonderful space for children to develop personal, social, and martial arts skills. We are so grateful to have found Frazier Martial Arts and could not recommend them more highly!

My 3 kids have all been in this program. My kids vary in age from early elementary to middle…read moreschool. This place has many programs available and flexible with dates to attend. I'd recommend the karate program 2-days a week. You can pick any 2 days and if you don't make it one day or schedule changes, you can always drop in another day. My youngest daughter is shy and doesn't play well with others. But she's thriving and blossoming. She's very disciplined, but likes to draw alone and build alone. She looks forward to karate and seeing her friends and listens very well and participates every class. It's great to see her thrive. My other children are social butterflies and listen well. So karate is helping them become more disciplined and confident. Each week the kids are tasked with various skills. These skills range from basic kicking and punching, but they also incorporate Krav Maga to help with "Stranger Danger". The 4 teachers are incredible and very patient. I wish they would discipline some of the more troubled kids who don't listen, but it's a fine line to walk when the kids parents don't discipline and let their children act a ruckus. But they manage to keep the class moving and participation very high for every child.

This review has been long overdue, and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to write it…read more About a year ago, I decided I wanted my boys to start jiu-jitsu. As a mom, I believe it's so important for children to learn basic self-defense not because I expect something bad to happen, but because I want them to have the confidence and skills to protect themselves if they ever need to. At first, my boys were nervous and intimidated. We visited a few schools before making a decision, but from the moment we walked into Teragi, we knew this place was different. Everyone made us feel like family. The professors and coaches are exceptional not only because of their experience and skill, but because they genuinely care about every child. They encourage, support, and meet each child where they are. I especially want to mention my youngest. Jiu-jitsu didn't come naturally to him at first, and he struggled to understand the techniques. The professors and coaches were incredibly patient and never made him feel like he was behind. They allowed him to learn at his own pace, and now it's amazing to see how much his confidence and skills have grown. That patience meant so much to our family. There's no pressure for kids to be the best. Every child learns differently, and the professors and coaches truly understand that. Since we homeschool, Teragi has become more than just a place to train. My boys have made wonderful friendships, and we've found an incredible community. I also have to mention how clean the academy is! It never has that old gym smell and is always welcoming. I've watched both of my boys grow not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. They're more confident, disciplined, and respectful. If you're on the fence about jiu-jitsu because you don't like the idea of your child being on the ground, I completely understand. I felt the same way. But the reality is that many real-life self-defense situations end up on the ground, and knowing what to do can make all the difference. Thank you, Teragi, for creating such an incredible environment for our children. We are so grateful to be part of the Teragi family, and I couldn't recommend this academy more.

This is my unapologetically biased review of Teragi Jujitsu Academy. My two kids, my wife, and I…read moreall train here. If this review sounds like a love letter to this gym, it's because it is. The owners, professors, and coaches have cultivated a superb gym culture. This gym is safe, friendly, and supportive. The facility is modern and clean, and they've invested in a foam block subfloor beneath the mats for softer landings. As far as I know, this is the only gym in the area that offers women-only classes four times per week and a bi-monthly community open mat for gentlemen 40 years and older. My kids train here after school 4-5 days a week, and they love it. The kids' professors and coaches are experienced and amazing teachers. I'm especially thankful for the young coaches who were so patient and kind to my boys when they were hesitant and shy after first starting. And my pocketbook is especially thankful for the discounted rates for additional family members. If you're looking for a place where the whole family can train, grow, and feel welcome, I can't recommend Teragi highly enough.

Perfect gym for beginners with no martial arts experience. The nerves got better with each class,…read moreand soon I felt stronger and more confident. Coaches are patient, approachable, and great at teaching. If you've ever thought, "I'm not athletic enough" or "I'll embarrass myself," you'll be surprised by what you're capable of. Highly recommend.

This is an amazing martial arts studio for both adults and children. My son started here about six…read moremonths ago and looks forward to going every time. The pricing is more than fair and the kids can go as often as they like, allowing them to progress at their own pace and also work with the parents' schedules. One of the coaches has even fought in the UFC, which makes NOCMA even more 10/10 legit. They discipline the kids, not allowing them to get away with horseplay, while also supporting them and building on their confidence. There are always more than enough instructors for each class, ensuring the kids are always safe and closely supervised. I would recommend North Orange County Martial Arts to any parent searching the perfect studio to introduce their children to MMA.

I started coming to Samurai Academy in 2018. Sensei Daniel has always taught his students to use…read morephysical training only in self-defense when there is no other choice. It's something to have in reserve ready to go. If a situation arises where conflict can't be avoided, his students have no choice but to win. Not only does Sensei Daniel teach how to defend yourself physically but he also shows how to do it in ways that can avoid those kinds of situations altogether. I personally had to use some of the lessons learned in the past after my car was stolen in front of my home. I was able to hear the engine start and noticed my car was missing. I took my other car out to see if I might be able find it. A few minutes later, I was able to spot my car at a red light. Both vehicles were involved in an accident and 3 people who were in the stolen car all ran in different directions. I was able to find one of the suspects walking on the sidewalk. I initially thought about different ways I could hold the person until the police arrived. Fortunately, I chose to keep talking to the person as a way of keeping them at the scene. During the phone call with the police, they asked if I was physically detaining the suspect and informed me that I could be the one committing a crime. In the end, all I had to do was talk until the police arrived. Sensei Daniel teaches his students to try to verbally de-escalate confrontations when possible and it helped me out that night. I recommend Samurai Academy for children and adults of all ages. You'll be able to learn how to defend yourself in different ways.

Samurai Academy is an amazing place to train and develop not only as a martial artist, but as a…read morehuman being. I've been practicing martial arts since I was a kid, starting with Japanese jujutsu, then Brazilian jiu-jitsu. As I was studying and competing in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, I wanted to learn more about stand-up grappling, so I stopped in for their Judo class and boy I was hooked! Sensei Daniel Warren has helped me become more of a complete martial artist by teaching me more about take downs, throws and break-falls. Sensei Daniel Warren is extremely patient, technical and thorough. He is extremely humble, kind and motivating as an individual. He is a man of strong morals and character. I would recommend people of all ages to come and train here. This dojo is truly a gem. You will not regret stopping by!

My MAI review, 5 years in the making…read more.. We started our son at MAI as a little dragon over 5 years ago, and in that time he earned his Shodan/1st degree black belt (an exciting milestone in his life-long Karate journey). We are so pleased to see all of the positive growth that karate at MAI has given him. Through his karate journey he has learned self-defence and the importance of being physically active. He has developed confidence, discipline, and respect for himself and others. The MAI Senseis/instructors are a great team. They all have a passion for karate that really comes through as they teach. I always appreciate that they want all the kids/students to succeed and at the same time hold them accountable. The instruction/material taught at MAI is rooted in traditional Okinawan Karate. There is an emphasis on practical/real life use, and the karate techniques taught are pressure tested through controlled sparring. After watching our son train here for 4 years, I was finally motivated to start training in the adult class. The instructors, senseis, and fellow students have all been very welcoming and encouraging. It has been rewarding to see the changes in myself, and I always look forward to class days. The dojo ownership changed hands last year. It has been exciting to see the improvements and energy Sensei Butler, Sensei Quan, and Christina have made as they continue the MAI legacy.

We did a lot of research on different locations and we landed on this one because of the care and…read moredepth of training they offer. They also do a lot of other activities to help the kids build self esteem and enjoy the camaraderie

My son has been going to prestige since he was 4 years old. He just turned 7. There are plenty of…read moreTae Kwon Do schools in my area but I do make a little drive for Master Nam and his team. I've seen my son grow from a shy timid child into a more self confident, disciplined kid. Master Nam teaches but always makes time for some fun for the kids . You can tell he really enjoys what he does and he goes above and beyond for these kids. He throws movie nights, nerf parties bouncy houses and so much more. We're happy to have found prestige and we'll be sticking around for sure

My two boys have been attending Prestige for 3 years…read more Master Nam, Roger, Natalie, and Marina are fantastic mentors. Combining physical and mental wellness your Kids will learn discipline, respect, and perseverance. Watching them grow and excel in their martial arts journey has been incredibly rewarding as a parent.