Both my sons have been attending this Dojang for over 10 years, for my oldest, and it has been a…read moregreat environment and a great place for him to physically and mentally be healthy. Here there are many event outside of the Dojang and brings all the Yongin Family together as a team. Love the staff and the Yongin Family. Would recommend this place to all!!

Great instructors focusing on character growth in addition to taekwondo moves. So glad our son…read moreloves it here

We have a son enrolled here age 5 and the confidence and tools learned here are unmatched to any…read moreprogram we've tried before. We tried jitjitsu before this and me and both kids were terrified because it was so intense haha power of one is a perfect mix of skills and training and martial arts. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable and the instructors are fantastic keeping the kids interests within reason but also challenging them. Highly recommend!

My son started in the summer and has enjoyed every minute of training he has received. He recently…read moreparticipated in his first belt ceremony and is already talking about the next one. We are happy with all the instructors, especially Makenna. She is patient, talented and knowledgeable.

Kenmex Martial Arts is an incredible place for kids! Mr. Macias is hands-down one of the best…read moreinstructors around--he is exceptionally patient, encouraging, and knows how to keep young students engaged while teaching them discipline and core skills. You can tell he genuinely cares about each kid's personal growth and confidence. The environment is welcoming, safe, and structured. Highly recommended for any parent looking for a top-notch martial arts school!

Mr.Macias is the best. He is patient, flexible and welcomes all learning styles as well as…read moredevelopmental stages. My child has benefited greatly not only from the discipline of martial arts but especially the family atmosphere of Kenmex! Next, yellow belt :)

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.

My son joined the Machida Karate Summer Camp. We had been wanting to sign him up for some kind of…read moremartial arts class, but he really wasn't interested. When I read that the camp also offered crafts, self-defense, and playtime, I thought it would be a great introduction for him. After the camp, he said he wants to go again next year, and this is the only class he wants to continue! Now he's officially enrolled twice a week. To be honest, I wasn't really considering karate and was leaning more toward other martial arts. But I really liked how they teach self-defense, run the class in a disciplined and organized way, and emphasize respect. The teachers are firm yet warm with the kids. I also love how they mix in play, it helps the kids feel connected, and united. That was exactly what my son needed. :)

Our son, who's been at Power of One for over two years, has really developed both mentally and…read morephysically. The instructors are so patient and supportive, but they also push him, especially during sparring on Saturdays, so he can reach his full potential. We truly feel they've believed in him from the start. We're so confident in the owners and instructors because they always live up to what they say. We've already recommended this place to some family and friends. Plus, our family is incredibly proud and honored to be part of this studio/dojo.

Horrible experience with Tara , talks about children on adult matters . Questionable ..read more

I can't comment on the effectiveness of this place in training aspiring martial artists. I have no…read moreinterest in martial arts, and I'm personally pretty okay with that. This review is mostly about how the guy who owns and operates this place is a complete and total unprofessional asshole with boundary issues. He pulled me, my brother and my boyfriend into his shop with a plea to "give us a flyer" so he could "promote his business." First off, if you'd like to promote your business, a great idea would be to replace the sign that says "CARPET OUTLET" with a sign that says, idk, "Whittier Shotokan Karate"? Shady shady. I seriously thought we were gonna get a pitch for carpet samples 'til we got handed fliers with a bunch of karate dudes on it. So his initial sales pitch was okay. Something about two months for a hundred bucks, with a free uniform. Whatever. We were gonna nod and be polite and leave, but he wouldn't let us. He targeted my brother, who lives in Whittier, and said "I guarantee you can lose 40 pounds." To me and my boyfriend, he said, "You don't need to lose weight. You don't need to lose weight. YOU need to lose weight." Uh, we didn't ask, dude. Crazy rude. He went on to tell us not to "run off" while he went to grab yet more fliers about another deal he has going. When he came back, I had an awkward smile on my face, because I was pissed. This was clearly turning into a hard-sell pitch, and I was feeling defensive of my bro. When this dude (whose name is, I guess, Chuck) saw the smile on my face, he started lecturing me. Seriously? He was all "What's with the smile on your face? You're smiling at me like something's funny. What do you think?" I told him I didn't think much. His attention got turned to my boyfriend, after I mentioned he had done martial arts. He was all "You don't have to tell me. I can tell." Buuuullshit. He spent like five minutes guessing the form he'd done, and asking unnecessary questions. It was seriously invasive and a waste of time. I finally sacked up and was gonna make the standard excuse-- "Oh it's really late (it was past 9pm) and we have to get back to Huntington Beach" but he cut me off and didn't even let me finish the sentence. He literally told me to stop, because my boyfriend "wasn't finished" and was still listening to him. If my boyfriend had said anything in the past solid minute, I might have agreed, but it was just Chuck talking about his "extensive history" in martial arts. So I corrected him, and said that we were, in fact finished. Chuck had the nerve to challenge me, speaking over me and completely ignoring what I'd said to say "She tells you when you're finished!?" Oh my god, fuck this guy. I've never heard anything so rude from ANYONE, much less a business owner who was trying to sell us some needless service. At this point I was definitely angry, but I had a smile glued on my face. I said goodnight and was trying to steer my guys out the door, but Chuck wasn't letting go and kept trying to engage them. He asked my boyfriend if he always lets women tell him what to do. When we finally got out the door, my boyfriend and I split up from my brother, and Chuck followed my brother out the door. My brother's not as ballsy as me. He's reluctant to be even the slightest bit rude to someone. So he was gonna stand there and listen to the pitch AGAIN even though he was being blatantly insulted. So I went over, and Chuck was telling him yet again that he needed to lose weight. I said, "He's fine. *Goodnight*" (for the fifth time!) and literally had to put myself between Chuck and the guys before he would let us leave. He even went as far to ask why I was being protective-- if I was his sister. I said yes. He asked if I was the big sister. I said "No, little." And that was it. Little sister is not to be fucked with.

I love this place! Please do not read the negative reviews from the other people, chuck the owner…read moreis a little eccentric with the adults, but he is awesome with the kids! Honestly that is all that matters! I don't feel like he cares about the money, so that is why he has these insane deals, but he honestly cares more about the kids and the art of karate. In a matter of two weeks, my sons attitude, self esteem, has shot up 100 percent. He also gives amazing parental advice, if you are open minded and can listen to him. He knows what he is talking about! He knows shotokan, he cares about teaching, and passionate about it, and with that the kids love him, respect him and wants to learn. There are no gimmicks, no contracts, chuck is straight up. The best part is that, you can drop the kids off and then head over next door for your own kick ass workout and mike seril fitness! Come try it, I am there, and I will tell you the truth! If you are looking for someone to help your kids gain self esteem, self respect, self discipline this is the place to bring them!

would like to express my sincere appreciation for my children's Taekwondo instructor master Antonio…read morefor their outstanding dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the students. Since my children began training, I have noticed significant improvements not only in their physical skills but also in their discipline, respect, and self-confidence. The instructor teaches with great patience and respect, adapting to each child's age and skill level, which makes the classes both motivating and safe. They also emphasize important values such as respect, perseverance, and self-control, which my children apply in their daily lives. I highly recommend this Taekwondo school to any parent looking for more than just a sport, but a place where children can grow in character and confidence.

"Highly recommend Master Anyonio! His deep knowledge and passion for the martial arts teachings are…read moreevident in every class. He truly care about the progress of each student, regardless of skill level".

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!

My son has been training here for about 1 1/2 years and absolutely loves it. He looks forward to…read moreclass every week, and the growth we've seen, especially in his confidence, has been amazing! The instructors are patient, encouraging, and genuinely care about each child's development. We highly recommend this academy!

I started kendo at Butokuden nearly two years ago, and I could not be happier. I give Butokuden…read moresole credit for developing my love for kendo because of the quality of instruction, positive atmosphere, and incredible facility. From the curious mind who wants to learn more about the sport to the seasoned kenshi, this place is a great place to develop yourself, improve your skills, and have a fantastic time doing so. The instructors are world-class but still down-to-earth, and everyone at the dojo is genuinely nice and helpful, which really helped me gain confidence when I was a timid beginner. And what other sport can you do that encourages you to scream as loud as you can. At first it feels strange, but it's such great stress relief! Along with the adult class I attend, there are two kids' classes that precede it. From sitting in on several of the kids' classes, it is obvious that kendo is great for them because it helps instill in them the virtues of discipline, honor, confidence, and perseverance. The kids class is intense, but I have never seen a group of kids so eager to learn, respectful, and grateful for the opportunity to learn the sport. I can't say enough great things about this place. The people are great and I always have a blast in class. So come check it out!

This review is for the E-Bogu warehouse and not the Dojo. I found E-Bogu when I was looking for a…read moreKendogi, after finally reaching a point where my sensei(s) told me to get one. E-Bogu was significantly cheaper then the supplier in my part of town and the reviews of their products were all very high. The store is really just the warehouse for the website (there is no show room) but they have staff to assist you. I went to the warehouse so I could get the proper sizes as that is always an issue when ordering online, which was a good idea since their sizing chart would have given me a keikogi that was too small in the chest (thankfully the lady helping me immediately saw that and got me a better size). All in all it was a good experience and for the price of one uniform at my local supplier I got two from E-Bogu. When I comes time to get my Bogu I think I'll be driving out to Irvine again.