The dojo is clean, organized, and setup with a viewing area to allow for family spectating, but…read morewith a separation to ensure that the students who are training can focus on their lesson and techniques. The training and advancement program is clear and encourages growth, but at a reasonable pace. With many age/skill group options, it didn't take long for both of my daughter LS to settle into the right group for each of them. This dojo specializes in children, but has great programs for teens and adults as well. Highly recommended!

We recently had my boy's 6th birthday party here. They superb. All 10 kids participated different…read moreactivities with 4 other instructors with fun and laugh. We extended an hour because kids didn't want to leave. They even gave us extra time to play. Highly recommended.

Taekwondo 21 is the best!! Master Lee is a dedicated instructor, very professional. Also, others…read moreinstructor are very knowledgeable and nice. My daughter really loves all the classes, her body stronger, and she improves her confidence by taking Taekwondo classes here! If you're looking for a good Taekwondo academy. Highly recommended Taekwondo 21!!!!

My daughter absolutely loves going to her taekwondo classes not only because of the friends that…read moreshe has made here but also because of all that she has learned from Master Lee. She has gained so much confidence and discipline from all that she has learned there. Everyone there is so nice and respectful of one another and it makes me proud of what she is being taught. The instructors are so friendly and supportive of the children that it makes them want to try even harder to succeed.

Great dojo to train for self defense. Learn at your own pace by age and ability. Safety first,…read moregotta glove up to punch.

My 9 year-old son has this to say about Sensei Ford and Kaizen Dojo: "I love it! Sensei is great!…read moreHe's fun and nice, but he's also still a badass! I like his jokes! He's a good Sensei and I like going there very much!" I couldn't agree more! Very thrilled we found Sensei Ford and his impressive dojo. He's a natural teacher, leader, and clearly enjoys sharing the art, sport, and spirit of karate with all the kids. He keeps both the kids and parents engaged with the occasional joke or well-placed movie quote. And yes, he *is* a badass! I hope my son stays with karate at Kaizen Dojo!

My 5 year old girl has been growing a ton of confidence here. We started in jiujitsu and she was…read morehaving trouble leveraging her weight and figuring out the twisting of body parts with her partner. The competitive nature of that program and discipline didn't build her confidence much. Here, the practice is focused on the individual but also as a part of the collective team. No real sparring yet in the Little Samurai class, only some practice punches and kicks with chest protectors. Lots of punching bag practice for strength building and training. Lots of calisthenics as well with lunges, jumping jacks, mountain climbers, frog jumps, burpees, etc. Skills that they can use their whole lives and get stronger with. At the same time, there will be fun games like tag, dodgeball, red light green light to keep their interest and to work on reflexes. Excellent training in focus and active listening as well with focus claps, raising hands to speak, caring for others and awareness of everyone's space. These things I have not encountered in any other studio/dojo. I've seen many places that allow disruptive students or even parents. In contrast, here at 1st class, they don't teach blind discipline towards any instructor/owner but respect for one's self and each other. This alone is what keeps us coming back. This is what schools don't teach enough of. Not to mention the actual martial arts she is learning here. Channeling their chi into a strong Aiya, learning how to punch and kick correctly in self defense. Amazing program for little ones. Instructors are all black belts who are not only cordial, but also gentle yet firm. We fit in very well here and would highly recommend this program for little ones.

Took my little one here for a complimentary class. I was pleasantly surprised by the diversity of…read morestudents and staff. The class was cute. It went by a little fast but I'm not sure if my little one could handle and hr long class though. Besides the distance for us, we would have committed. We may consider later.

We had a great experience! The facility is clean and has a great atmosphere for kids to learn and…read moreexercise. There are plenty of instructors who are very encouraging and supportive. My son has been having so much fun learning jiu-jitsu since his very first day. Highly recommend!

Absolutely amazing bully proof class for my 6 year old Great…read moreteachers who get to the point & are so kind !! My boy loves coming here :)

This place is awesome. Before committing to this location, I did my due diligence for a few…read moredifferent locations for my eight year old son. The masters here are absolutely AMAZING! Master Kim and Master Suyeon are not only experts in their art, but also extremely entertaining to kids and parents. They're very attentive to each kid's needs and accommodating. Respect!

[Review #129] We…read moreenrolled H when she was 2-1/2 years old... after 3 struggling lessons, she quit. I felt she was too young to start TKD lessons because she was the shortest & only girl in class. H liked her teacher, Master Park, & he always made her feel welcomed & accepted. So we're back, almost 3 years later. H has mastered the basic foundation skills: poomse, punches, & kicks; she is ready to transition from her white belt & test for the yellow belt. The other masters are equally impressive... Master Ian has great form & skills when I watch him instruct the kids with higher color belts. He is also patient & sensitive... as I watched him deal with my l'il one's frustration one morning. Within seconds after talking to her, she straighten up & got in line to wait for the class to start. Master Park is a superb master & is great with kids. He alters from the serious TKD master to the kids' best buddy so they feel comfortable in class; this is especially important for the new students as the class (size) can be overwhelming. In addition to teaching martial arts, he also emphasizes respect to the teacher, your parents, & people. And his teaching overflows to H's everyday life outside of class - discipline, respectful, patience. I highly recommend this school for you or your kids!

Amazing community based dojo that teaches judo and jiu jitsu! A place to learn, train, and connect…read morewith good people. Super blessed this place has opened up and so close to our home! Highly recommended for kids, teens, and adults! You will have a hard time finding another dojo like this with the caliber and depth of instructors at Zumi.

A HIDDEN JUDO and JIU JITSU (BJJ) GEM IN TORRANCE…read more It's genuinely RARE to find a dojo where world-class instructors teach both Judo and BJJ. The blend of BOTH martial arts are perfectly executed at Zumi Academy in harmony. TRUST ME, I've been to over a handful of gyms across the SoCal and the USA. THREE Reasons why I signed up here? #1 SCREENING PROCESS What's unique is that every student is thoughtfully screened before joining to ensure they align w/Zumi's VALUES and keep the environment safe and positive for everyone involved. It's a process that goes both ways which leads me to #2 #2 PROVEN CALIBER OF INSTRUCTION Professor Clifton, Aaron, Joon, Sarah, Brianna, and Tadashi bring decades of proven experience as multiple BLACK BELTS in both Judo and/or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They've all built SUCCESSFUL programs that support students of all levels to grow making every class welcoming, effective, enjoyable, and focused on your personal progression/goal(s). #3 SYSTEM OF CURRICULUM Zumi academy's curriculum thoughtfully integrates the art and PHILOSOPHY of both Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing not just physical technique but also personal growth, discipline, and resilience. This approach creates lasting value for students of all ages and experience levels, EMPOWERING everyone, from beginners to seasoned athletes, to grow both on and off the mats. Parking + BONUS 5/5 Parking is a breeze, which takes the stress out of getting to class not to mention Nijiya Market is next door for BENTOS and GRAB-N-GO food or Red Rock that often times has a line. Zumi Academy isn't just a place to train but a community where your journey in martial arts transforms into a lifelong source of strength, self confidence, and relationship building.

It's been about 3 weeks since I first inquired about their rates and have emailed them 3 times now…read more No response. Just post your rates on your website if you are not going to be responsive to inquiries.

My daughter went for a trial class and its was one of the worst experiences she had at a gym. She…read morehad previously been a part of a kickboxing gym near her school and loved it. But she literally came home in tears at the way she was treated during the class.

Love this gym always makes me work hard and stay focused my coach was now UFC fighter Gregory…read moreRodriguez Robocup he was always respectful

I tried this spot out last night for the Muay Thai class. I have never taken a Muay Thai class…read morebefore and made that very clear to the front desk and to the instructor. They were so patient and went above and beyond to make me comfortable. Fight training of any kind can be very intimidating, especially when. you look around the room and everyone looks like they know what they're doing. I was made to feel very comfortable and safe. As far as the class went, it was RAD! The instructor had me focus on myself and my form. He never put me in any situation where I wasn't ready for. In fact he gave me drills to just keep practicing and then would come and check on me and when I was ready he gave me a new move. I really appreciated the patience and the immediate safety/comfort I felt.

I can't say enough good things about Canvas Jiu Jitsu. I originally trained jiu jitsu in my 30s but…read moreeventually quit. I came back to it in my mid 40s, and I'm so grateful I found Canvas. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping you improve. Anthony has created an environment where you can work hard, challenge yourself, and learn without feeling intimidated. The coaches and students are incredibly supportive, and I've always felt welcomed here. Coming back to jiu jitsu after so many years was intimidating, especially being older, but I never felt like I didn't belong or couldn't keep up. Training at Canvas has helped me become more confident, pushed me outside of my comfort zone, and even gave me the courage to compete again. If you've been thinking about trying jiu jitsu, or even coming back to it after a long break like I did, I highly recommend Canvas. I'm really grateful to have found a place where I genuinely look forward to training and continuing to get better.

I have never felt so welcomed than the day I decided to reach out to Canvas about joining. From day…read moreone of stepping on the mat everyone has been absolutely incredible and kind and willing to teach me and work with me and walk me through the steps. If youre a 40 year old beginner like myself or someone just curious about jiu jitsu, come to one trial class, I promise it'll be worth it. This place really is like a family.