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.

Too good to explain master Choi might not be there all the time but master Sean will be thereread more

Thank you Master Choi and Master Shawn. After 2 1/2 years both our boys are black belts now. I…read morehighly recommend joining yk martial arts.

Wow I'm so grateful I found this gem! This super clean jiu…read morejitsu gym is great for anyone desiring to start or strengthen their self defense skillset: women, children, or men! I love seeing the kids getting stronger and learning discipline while they train! I didn't really know a lot about jiu jitsu before coming here! I walked in not even knowing what color comes after a white belt, and although I'm still so new, I'm excited to see how far I'll go! I really appreciate the gym offering a 2 week trail period for anyone (like me) who is new and just exploring their interest! Knowing I'm not alone is a huge factor that keeps me coming back (unlike my 24 membership-- a traditional gym was overwhelming for a beginner like me). I didn't realize the power of learning from those that have gone before you & ASKING QUESTIONS to truly understand why, as opposed to just going through some motions to burn calories. I love being connected to the coaches and other members! The coaches genuinely care about their members' improvement! What ultimately attracted me was understanding it's not just a workout but a mindset! You simultaneously strengthen your physical health as well as your mental capacity and toughness! Getting out of your comfort zone and trying anything new will always be challenging and strange at first but starting where you're at and staying consistent are the keys to success (in jiu jitsu yes but also every area of life you want to grow in! Small choices every day add up to make you an "overnight" champion!) Overall, I found much more than a good workout; this is a holistic approach to lifestyle wellness. I realized I've got nothing to lose and everything to gain by giving it a shot-- who knows, you might surprise yourself and learn something new!

Solid BJJ school in West Anaheim conveniently off the highway. Training consists of technique…read moredrilling, positional sparring, and full sparring. Saeed has a welcoming attitude and built a solid foundation of guys to train. I like the occasional drop in of world class wrestlers and grapplers :)

This is a fantastic gym. If you're looking for real, authentic Muay Thai, from Thailand... this is…read morethe spot. Both coaches I worked with are tremendous communicators, and have an eye for detail I haven't found in other gyms. I learned more in a week here than months of other gyms in the oc area. The other members are great too - no ego, no bullshit here. Just a bunch of friendly people who enjoy kicking, punching, knees, and elbows. Come join us and become dangerous!

Coaches here are nice and dedicated I have a great experience at this gym everyone is helping each…read moreother and I really like it

Great place to train highly recommend 10 Planett Fullerton…read more Like no other gyms best in socal for Jujitsu Ask for Andy - or Isaac Cordova It's a great family vibe gym . Any ages are welcome .

Been training here now for just about a year under coach Isaac and couldn't recommend it enough!…read moreClasses set up to spend time learning and drilling new skills and then 5-6 minute rounds rolling with different level partner. The culture is that to improve and push yourself while also keeping each other safe to come back for future teaming sessions.

Bottom Line Up Front: I give this gym 5 out of 5 stars --…read moreand that says a lot because I've been training in martial arts since 1995 and am a certified instructor in multiple systems. But let me break it down as to why it gets my seal of approval. What You'll Learn: Rounders offers multiple martial arts: Boxing, Muay Thai (kickboxing), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kali (a Filipino knife-fighting system), and Mixed Martial Arts (which combines striking, wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu). In the past they have also offered wrestling and Judo. So there's something for everyone. Regardless of what class you pick, you'll learn how to protect yourself while getting a great workout. What You'll Gain: Like I mentioned, you'll get a killer workout in a safe and fun environment. According to some studies, you could burn anywhere between 300 to 800 calories in a single 1-hour kickboxing class. It's far more efficient (and fun!) than running on a treadmill. And the added bonus is that you'll learn self-defense along the way. Who You'll Meet: From co-owner Joe Kim to all the other instructors, the coaches here are physically talented, knowledgeable, and easy-going despite being deadly warriors. They create a positive atmosphere so that everyone -- from brand new rookies to combat sports veterans -- has fun while learning. And that trickles down through to the students, who are all supportive and welcoming. The Space: The gym is medium-ish in size compared to other gyms in the area; enough to hold one large group or two smaller sessions at the same time. The equipment is top notch. And the workout space is well maintained. There's also a small section for weight training, too. The Cost: I've visited other gyms with outrageous prices (like $200 a month for only Jiu-Jitsu!). Fortunately, tuition here is reasonably priced -- with options to drop-in, go month-to-month, or commit to 6 months or a full year. (The latter two doesn't mean you have to pay upfront, just that you'll be charged automatically for your chosen time frame and save more over the long term.) And considering those options give you unlimited classes for all of the martial arts classes, Rounders is totally worth it. Conclusion: Rounders MMA Fullerton is an ideal gym to join, whether you're looking to lose weight, learn some self-defense, or just belong to a cool community who will encourage and grow with you.

Took my son here for a free trial and everyone was so nice and friendly. The lady at the front…read morewrapped his hands and made him feel super comfortable. Coach Steven was amazing and the class was amazing! Excited for my son to start boxing!!

Judo, the gentle way. This is a great place for kids to learn discipline, respect for one another,…read moreand self defense. The senseis are patient and respectful. The class is split into beginners (young kids) and older kids/adults. I highly recommend this place for your child!

Whether you aspire to become the next UFC champion, or be capable of defending yourself in a life…read morethreatening situation, grappling definitely needs to become part of your repertoire, in addition to striking. You must know how to defend yourself and be comfortable with fighting on the ground. I had started taking Pradal Serey for a while as my choice of striking technique, which I was very happy about (see my review for Long Beach Kickboxing Center), and decided to commit to a form of grappling. Previously I had taken Brazilian Jiu-jitsu for a while, but this was at a very small school which had some issues, so I left after a couple of months there. (I learned an awesome front collar choke there that I used happily many times at OCK on others, until I was told that this particular choke was not allowed in Judo, DOH!) Anyway, I was watching a UFC event and was introduced to a young in his prime Karo Parisyan, who displayed some awesome judo throws during his fight. I did some more research into judo and found that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is actually derived from Judo ground techniques, and that "Newaza" is an area of judo that is solely dedicated to ground fighting. Luckily for me, I found an awesome judo that was literally 2 minutes away from my house! OCK in da hizzzzzzy. The head instructor, Sensei Tony Okada, was a 1992 Olympic Judo competitor along with having many more impressive accomplishments. I sent a couple of emails asking some questions and relaying my concerns from my last experience at a grappling school, and the contact person answered all my questions and replied about my concerns. I went to the dojo to enroll, and sat with Tony's wife to discuss enrollment. I think the minimum enrollment was 6 months, (which is EFT'd from your account monthly) but I signed up for 12 months as the rates are better as the contract length gets higher. I believe the price went up since I was at OCK, but while I was there my monthly rate was 45 dollars, which is a ridiculous deal for three 90 minute sessions a week! I had my old gi from Jiu Jitsu so I threw it on and headed to my first class. Usually there is about 15-20 people per class. Session starts off with running around the perimeter of the dojo for a couple of minutes, and then countless warm up exercises and drills which range from mild to hot damn in difficulty. Then comes throwing form drills with a partner, sometimes some new techniques are taught, and then move into many rounds of randori (sparring) both stand up and on the ground. Sparring is done at full strength and is excellent for developing skills and confidence. Afterwards, sprint drills to put the final beatdown on your body. The only concern that I had at first was that people didnt want to spar with me cause I was bigger than them, but that wasn't the case at all. Everyone was more than happy to spar with me, and those who could always tried to offer good feedback and advice. Doing this even once or twice a week is a great way to stay in shape, but doing it all three nights put me into excellent shape. I improved a great amount during the time I spent training there, learned how to send people flying to the ground head first if needed as well as being completely comfortable fighting on the ground off my back as well as being on top. (Positions that I was not wholly unfamiliar with in other endeavors) Everyone who trains at OCK is respectful, friendly, and willing to help. There are many senseis who teach at OCK, and often there will be 2 or more in each class. Excellent way to get insanely good at judo and stay in top notch shape. If you are considering taking up grappling such as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, I would recommend that you look into Judo as well. OCK Judo is the real deal and will not dissapoint!

If you're looking for exceptional Jiu Jitsu while maintaining a clean family friendly atmosphere…read morelook no further. I've been a member for over two years now and couldn't ask for a better gym. The coaches are knowledgeable, friendly, down to earth and oh yeah they are great at what they do. Whether you are looking to compete at the highest levels or just looking for a friendly place to learn some technique and break a sweat Ethos Jiu Jitsu in Fullerton is the spot! My personal favorite is the mid day class, stop by and say hi!

Ethos has been home before over two years and we couldn't think of ourselves anywhere else. In our…read moretime here, we've seen the community grow and grow. Friends were made, confidence has grown and lessons both on and off the mat have been learned.