Could not be more impressed! The first activity my 10 y/o son has stuck with (we've tried many he…read moredid not feel safe or comfortable with). The respect, cleanliness, discipline, and safety that is felt is truly special.

My son Jax has been taking lessons here for a few months and absolutely loves it. It's the first…read morething I've been able to get him into. He is seven years old. He looks forward to his classes, he enjoys them, and they wear him out. He even begged to go to an additional class this week on Saturday for Halloween. It's a great environment and the teachers are caring and encouraging. I'm really glad we found this place. Hope we can be a part of this for years to come.

I can't give high enough praise to this wonderful Kung Fu school…read more The instructors here are knowledgeable and have been teaching for 15 years. This school is definitely a traditional Kung Fu school that embodies the art in its purest form, something I'm always grateful for. I didn't want to learn from a school that wasn't able to answer all my questions and help me be the best that I can be in my martial arts training. This school does that for me and more. Patient, passionate, motivated, and highly knowledgeable are the best words to describe what its like to learn from this school. A+

I went to this school cold turkey because it's located just one block away from my house. I wanted…read moreto enroll my 4yo daughter. I met 2 instructors there and found out that the kiddos will be taught by a young man, who was as positive as his teaching. He taught the kids discipline without reprimanding. He told the kids the history of Shaolin Kungfu without boasting and made it sound interesting (for kids' level). He also speaks clear and correct Cantonese despite his ethnic background not being a Chinese person (I'm half Chinese). He taught the kids moves and names of techniques with patience and consistency. The classes held for the kids are basically spot on ! Age-appropriate, by competent, passionate, polite, discipline, and experienced instructor. I highly highly recommended ANY KIDS to join the classes here.

The Mojo Dojo is a great space for all ages - led by Hanshi James and a great crew of pro teachers…read more If martial arts is in your wheelhouse, this is place to be.

My grandson Samuel has been going to Mojo Dojo for two years. Shihan Henry, and the entire…read moreteaching staff are skilled, inviting and gentle in their approach, while expecting discipline and respect for the art and culture. Now that Samuel is near achieving his green belt, he is determinded, and proud of his accomplishments. Shihan Henry has continued the classes during this pandemic with great success. Samuel proudly recites the Studen Creed and as a 7 year old gentle soul he appears to fully understand the meaning and importance. This karate class has been perfect while we have been limited in our mobility during the past 8 months.......he continues to grow in mental and physical health. Thank you Shihan. I give Mojo Dojo Karate a 5 Star Rating

My kids and I have been going to The Dojo for over a year now and have all benefited a lot from it…read more Sifu Phil is the real deal, having studied and taught several martial arts for decades, and has incredibly deep knowledge to pull from. He's also a great teacher for people of all ages and levels. My kids still refer to what they are learning as "karate" but are really learning a variety of American Kenpo, informed by Sifu Phil's other experience with boxing, wrestling, jiu jitsu, and more, striking a balance between traditional and practical. Many of the younger kids' classes are taught by Mr. Noah and Mr. Henry, who both have their own teaching styles but who all the kids love. They are both black belts who have been with The Dojo for a long time. Don't expect to get a black belt in a year or two! What I learn in the Monday and Wednesday (as of this writing) adult Tactical Kickboxing classes is a mixture of open-hand techniques and Western kickboxing. We spar--safely and with control--most nights to build up experience and understand how things really work. No hot dogs or tough guys with something to prove tolerated. Sifus Phil and Rachelle also encourage youth development through The Dojo's junior instructor program that allows kids of the right age, level and temperament start guiding other kids. The program has produced some really remarkable kids. The black belts act appropriately for their rank--it's not a badge, it's a responsibility. Finally, on a practical note, The Dojo is kept very clean! Hopefully this is helpful. I highly recommend The Dojo.

I haven't written a yelp review in a very long time, but i had the best birthday party experience…read moreat the Dojo I had to come out of retirement. Last weekend my son had his 9th birthday party at The Dojo and it was so easy and great from start to finish. They put together so many age appropriate, fun courses and games. All the boys had the best time. Every parent that dropped off and picked up all commented on how great this place was. Honestly it's probably the best birthday party I've thrown and I can't take any of the credit. I'm already planning on coming back for my younger son. Thank you to The Dojo for such a wonderful experience.

Jeremy, Lauren and her brother, Taylor, have been terrific to work with. My boys (6 and 4 yrs old)…read morehad years of Petite Baleen and JCC swimming instruction... without much to show for it. Enter Lauren, within the space of a few months, my oldest one is crossing the swimming pool at Mt. Tam confidently and jumping from the diving board and my youngest one has the tools to swim as well. We fully recommend her instruction and Jeremy was very organized and made the process to sign up for lessons run smoothly.

Jeremy Engman is UN-believable. He has turned my life around with his swim coaching. His…read morestep-by-step teaching method has given me the skills I needed to recover from a knee surgery. Each week he gives me techniques to practice during the week. I have seen steady progress in my swimming skills, which has improved my outdoor hiking, and Spin classes. He is non-judgmental, and extremely kind and genuine as a person. I have seen him work with children and older adults with equal care, and consideration. He is a 10 on a 10 scale.

I can't say enough great things about West America. I first discovered them in Covid as my daughter…read morewas in preschool nearby. Each day, I witnessed kids eagerly walking towards the dojo for team practice. They were calm, parents were present, and it seemed as though they truly wanted to be there. Fast forward 4 years, my daughter is a Purple belt and performs on their demo team. That meant that she performed with West America in the finale of the Asian American parade in San Francisco this year! What a moment that was for our family, especially given her Nai Nai was visiting from Taipei. West America has taught my kids resilience, confidence, friendship building and how to build trust with adults and mentors. They make make friends outside their schools and have created an environment that is uniquely "theirs". Chantal and Roger (sibling owners) give them agency inside the walls. Not only are they learning an ancient skill with self defense components, they are learning respect, focus and working towards a goal (the belt tests). West America is literally home away from home for my children. Where else could I ask a business owner to text me personally when my kid arrives by bike for practice? I wish they could bottle that magic for every after school activity. From a practical standpoint, West America makes parents lives' easy. You may have to chase them down to answer the phone or sign up your child for a class, but remember, they're a small business and the focus is on the children. We love the flexibility of choosing 1 day a week, or unlimited as seasons change for families. We also participate in camps over school breaks and in summer. Current students and those that have never done tae kwon do are welcome and folded into the mix. Again, its magic.

Our son has been practicing here since kindergarten and is now entering 5th grade. It has been a…read moretremendously positive experience for him. We can't say enough good things about Roger and Chantal. It's a wonderful community.