Professors Ana & Rafael have created a quality family/team environment where everyone from the…read morestaff to seasoned students are approachable and willing to help you with your technique & goals. Whether you're a hobbyist, competitor or just looking to have fun and a great workout, the GB curriculum covers every level and speed. Owners and staff strive to raise the standard for professionalism, conduct & etiquette, ensuring everyone feels comfortable in a challenging & rewarding environment. Issues/concerns are addressed without delay. The kids & teens program is second-to-none, producing consistent medalists in every major tournament --locally, nationally and even internationally. If you have a competitive child looking to develop, improve and fine-tune their game; Iron sharpens iron at GB Upland. My daughters have greatly benefited from the team support. The front office is easy to reach out to whenever life/school etc., happens and extracurricular priorities change. They've accommodated my child's occasional breaks a couple times with complete understanding. Shoutout to Pedro for making the membership/contractual process painless & concise. Can't recommend GB Upland enough!

Beware of their 60 cancellation policy requirements. They will not consider the duration of time…read moreyou've been enrolled. It's a good program but after a while it becomes redundant. Also never really felt like my children learned real self defense skills.

We have been so happy with this karate studio! We signed up our 5 year old for karate to build…read moreconfidence, but it has done so much more for her. Her self-esteem has grown, she has made friendships (including us parents), and she has fun. Sensei Chris Pellitteri and Sensei Bill will help your child, give them attention, and do whatever it takes for your child to grow in confidence and skill. We cannot express how grateful we are to have discovered this gem and happily recommend it to all our friends and family.

My kids have been practicing karate here for 4 years, and we couldn't be happier! All the sensei…read moreare wonderful -- they're patient, encouraging, and truly great with kids. The classes are well-organized, and the price and schedule work perfectly for our family. I once asked my kids who their favorite sensei is, and they said they don't have one because they love all of them! That really says a lot about the amazing team and positive environment here.

I initially moved to this area in October '22 and did a couple trial runs at a few of the…read moresurrounding schools before settling on the UCS academy in March '23. This academy is a rare gem for a few reasons, 1. There's an equal balance of Gi & Nogi BJJ. 2. The school also offers Muay Thai, Judo, Strength & Conditioning, and MMA classes. (Rare combo to find) 3. The academy has a great class schedule ranging from AM to PM classes. (Also hard to find) 4. The level of detailed coaching literally from any of the instructors is second to none. 5. Above all, the community is one of the most welcoming and family oriented which is a core value that trickles down from the owner - something I personally look for in a school. Whether you are starting your martial art journey or continuing it, this is a top notch place to do it at.

Started my Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu journey in Feb of 2025. I did not know what to expect at all and…read morewhere to begin. I typed mma gym into google map and UCS popped up. I emailed Jamar for a trial run and he set up an appointment for me. I will break this review down into a few sections. Head Instructor: Jamar adapts to each individual and motivates them according to their personality. He is one of the finest and most professional individuals I have ever had the pleasure to work with. He takes MMA very seriously and passionately. He cares about his students on and off the mat has made positive impacts on many people's lives, me included. He runs his business with integrity and honesty even if it means not making as much money as he could. He is upfront and honest with his students whether it's promotion or not being a good fit for the gym. He puts his students first and truly believes that his team is his family. Parking and facility: There are plenty of parking spaces. Facility is spacious with two restrooms. Got a few changing rooms to change in between classes from Muay Thai to Jiu Jitsu. Got a staging area for your gear and cameras all over the gym so you do not have to worry about your stuff going missing. Jamar offers refrigeration in case you have protein or drinks you want to keep chilled. Plenty of weights and workout equipment in case you are injured and cannot participate in sparring or rolling.I recently tweaked my ribs and while others rolled after lessons I just worked out at the side. Jamar cleans the gym after each use after the morning session as well as the night session. Environment/hours/schedule: UCS is one of the friendliest places I have ever been to. Unlike some of the other gyms out there, the students and instructors are not out to impress anyone. What I mean by that is no one is going to beat you up just to show you how cool they are. In fact Jamar is very big on being respectful and frowns upon being a mat bully. Hours of the gym are very accommodating. However accommodating Jamar is he does not tolerate being late, it's part of being respectful to other students! Muay Thai/Jiu Jitsu: As far as I know, this gym is one of the only gyms that still offers Muay Thai around the area. There is no "beginner's class" as everyone learns in a big group setting. This goes for both Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu as well. Jamar has a keen eye for each individual's skill level and pairs you up with people that can teach and guide you. Each session starts with warm up following up with a lesson plan for the week and ends with light contact sparring. Safety is very important at UCS as it should be at any MMA gym. Jamar has a no nonsense policy when it comes to the hygiene and safety of his students. With that being said you will get punched/kicked in the face and body, but it's something you will be able to tolerate. I mean after all you are coming to learn a combat sport. This is a Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu and they teach both Gi and No Gi Jiu Jitsu. One of the reasons why I love this gym is because it is a very balanced gym. Jamar encourages his students to learn both and be well versed in both. At first I was super lost as to what I'm supposed to do but from the short months I have been here I feel like I have improved significantly. Everyone here is very patient and welcoming and I never felt pressured to practice any moves I'm not comfortable with. One of the earliest lessons I have learned from Jamar is tapping early and not pushing myself because I do not know what I am doing yet. As far as promotions, go there isn't a test so you do not have to worry about paying extra to advance. Overall, I cannot recommend this place enough. I have made many valuable friendships that I know will last a lifetime. you will just have to come and check it out. Reach out to Jamar about trial class and begin your journey, you will not regret it, OSS!!!

When I started looking for a karate studio for my son (age 5), we tried a couple of free trials at…read morea few different places. We ended up choosing Power of One because their instructors were absolutely amazing with kids. They blew the competition out of the water. We have now been attending for almost a year and we love it even more. My son is very shy, but his confidence is so much higher and his bravery is shining through. Big shout out to Mr Ryan and Mrs Hignite for coaching him so well and to Sensei Jeremy and Mrs J for their support. Aside from the twice weekly lessons we have done a couple of day camps at the studio. My son loves these! They keep them entertained all day on days that there is a school holiday. We appreciate that they offer these day camps. We also did his birthday party here this year! It was absolutely amazing. Everyone was so helpful with decorating. The kids had the best time!!!! We have rented jumping places in the past, and the kids actually said this was way better. My son loved that he got to cut his cake with a katana and break a board with his friends! The studio is beautiful and well kept. There is plenty of parking and it's in a central location. I would genuinely recommend Power of One to anyone interested.

I love this place the staff are GREAT the dojo is in good shape/it looks good,and the place is…read moregreat I recommend it if you wanna learn MMA/and JiuJitsu

Jarrad is a very skilled Master in Kung Fu San Soo and is very skilled Instructor in many other…read moreArts. Kung Fu San Soo Defence Lab

The amount of knowledge and precision of training is second to none. This is one of the most…read moreimportant martial arts schools in the world right now.

Our kids are taking lessons here and just love it. They are learning self discipline while having…read morefun. The instructors are excellent providing positive feedback in an instructive disciplined environment. We are so happy

I would like to thank Master Peter, Teacher Victoria, and the entire staff for instilling…read moreconfidence and excellence in our kids. There are many martial arts studios you could choose, and some may be excellent, but if you want your children to have mentors who truly practice what they teach, discipline, honesty, hard work, and perseverance when challenges arise, then bring them to Top Stars Martial Arts. The combination of self-defense lessons with meaningful discussions about being your best self,at home, in the community, at school, and wherever you may be,as well as the importance of speaking up for yourself, is priceless. My husband and I are so grateful to have found this studio, and I'm confident you will feel the same.

I can't say enough good things about Heart and Pride Muay Thai. Joining this gym has been one of…read morethe best decisions I've ever made. I came from a background where I was never active. I never played sports because I didn't think I'd be good at any of them, and I never enjoyed working out. I originally joined because I simply wanted to be more active and find something fun to do. I never imagined I would completely fall in love with Muay Thai. Over the past year and a half, this gym has given me so much more than just a workout. I've made amazing friends, gained confidence, and found a community that genuinely feels like family. Everyone here is welcoming, respectful, and supportive, no matter your experience level. The Krus are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. They truly care about helping every student improve while creating a positive environment where everyone can succeed. A year and a half later, Heart and Pride has become my second home. It's a place I look forward to coming to every week, and I honestly can't imagine my life without it. If you're thinking about trying Muay Thai--even if you've never been athletic or played sports before--don't hesitate. This gym has completely changed my life, and I'm so grateful to be part of the Heart and Pride family.

Kru Rob was so wonderful for my first class here. The space is a gorgeous, big open space and other…read morestudents were so friendly and kind to me. I wish I lived closer so I could come here everyday.

Truly amazing gym! Been to a few different gyms and both kids and adult classes are top tiers. So…read moremany black belts on the Mat, so many world champions. Kids class is always taught by black belts. Love the gym, love the people, love my coach Lucas Leite. Very humble and kind human being.

I was in the area for a family vacation and was able to drop-in on the Wednesday 6am gi class (I…read morehad made a mistake and only brought no gi stuff). I had DMed the academies instagram a few days prior and heard back very quickly. I was greeted by professor Elder, very cool and nice guy. I was caught of guard when I saw everyone in their gi's (MWF gi) as I must have seen an old schedule that said it was no gi. I would have been happy to just watch the instruction but Professor Elder asked one of the students to take his gi top off and allow me to get reps in. He went over some awesome techniques - explained very well: conceptually and fundamentally sound. Class was structured into warm-ups, techniques, positional sparring, and live rounds. This academy is full or killers of all ages, shapes, sizes and skill levels! It was a pleasure to meet everyone. Thank you for the hospitality and the rolls!