I bring my daughter here and she absolutely loves it. The instructors are really good with the kids and make the classes fun while still teaching discipline and respect. Mr. Hickey is a cool guy, and Espinosa is great as well -- everyone is welcoming and easy to talk to. The place is always clean (seriously, it doesn't smell like feet, which matters), and they do a great job hosting events that get the whole family involved. They even did Karate at the park for Christmas, which my daughter loved. I actually drive a little out of the way to come here, but it's 100% worth it. If you're looking for a martial arts school that really cares about kids and community, this is the spot. read more

Victory Martial Arts - Martial art drills - Martial Arts Near Me - Stevenson Ranch, California

Our son Mateo has shown such a vast improvement only being 2.5 years old in this excellent class. The instructors Mrs. Winters, Master Espinoza, and Mr. Hickey are all so amazing and have exceptional teaching skills with kids and the method they teach helps building your child's confidence. I would 100 % recommend this class they teach having fun with learning life skills for protection and safety. read more

Victory Martial Arts has been an incredible place for my daughter to grow not only physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. The instructors do an amazing job teaching structure, discipline, and respect in a way that kids understand and respond to. Since being here, my daughter has seen such a positive change in confidence, communication, and self-belief. The environment is supportive, encouraging, and motivating, and it really helps children build important life skills that go far beyond martial arts. I highly recommend this place to any parent looking for a program that helps their child become stronger, more confident, and more disciplined. read more

We are so grateful for this martial arts school and everything it has done for my daughter. It has helped build structure, confidence, discipline, belief in herself, and better communication skills. The instructors are patient, supportive, and truly care about helping each child grow. It's more than just learning martial arts, it's about building character, respect, and life skills that will stay with them for years to come. I highly recommend this place to any family looking for a positive and empowering environment for their child. My da read more

They did not communicate to me at the time of renewal and prepayment for an entire year that my child would need to be in advanced classes now that she is a blue belt and she would not be able to move up belts 2 days before belt ceremony. I looked at their schedule for the advanced classes and none of the times fit our schedule. I reached out and expressed to Mr. Hickey that had this information been communicated to me BEFORE renewal and prepay for the year....I wouldn't have renewed. I asked for a refund and they are refusing to give me my $2600 back. This place is all about sales, they don't care about anything else. They just want to take your money and sell you a bunch of crap you don't need, don't communicate about important things because they don't care. Very disappointing, I feel taken advantage of and shame on them for using parents. read more

This place is worth it! My kids really love going to this place, and they have lots of fun and also learn a lot too I would recommend to and mother and or father to try this place out read more

My honest advice: avoid this place. They are more focused on making money than actually helping kids. Everything feels like a sales pitch--they push long-term contracts and try to get you to buy things you don't need. They don't genuinely teach or invest in the kids' development. It's all about the next payment, not real progress. Save your time, your money, and your frustration. If I could give zero stars, I would. I honestly have no idea how they're still in business. read more

Master Espinosa and Mr Hickey are such a caring team. They have standards and expectations, but that's what martial arts is about. They push commitment too - because again, that's what martial arts is about. I think families who think it's unfair they want you to commit to earning goals should just not train in martial arts. This is a sport you join with the goal of one day being a black belt. I know that if I am financially committed, I will keep my kid committed too. They're very transparent about this and try to offer savings for families who commit long term, which I am grateful for. They also have specific classes for different ranks. Like all sports kids who advance usually adjust to a new skill level class. However - they are totally willing to work with you if the schedule doesn't work. They'll let you stay in the class that works for your schedule and teach your material on the side. It's a team effort with the parents and the instructors. And I am grateful for their reinforcement. read more

My husband, son (7 years old) and I have been going to Victory for about 3 months now and we absolutely love it. Due to the program, my son has improved behaviorally in school and with his discipline and chores at home. He has a more positive outlook and has taken on more of a growth mindset. We originally just wanted to get my son involved in an extracurricular activity, but my husband and I were both compelled to join by the positivity and fun we saw in the classes. My husband and I are both teachers and really love the instructors because they have a super positive and fun vibe. read more

I think this is the best place if you want to get the kids off of ipads and video games and give them some motivations toward something great like a Black Belt read more

Family plan for the win! We had been passively looking for activities for our two older kids (5 and 7). We wanted them to compete, be challenged, and learn some valuable life skills. Some friends recommended martial arts, especially because my son was a ball of energy and getting harder to corral. One friend recommended ATA in Stevenson Ranch and after my wife attended a women's self-defense class they put on, we decided to give it a go. First, we've been very pleased with the life skills and "old school" values that the program emphasizes. Respecting parents/elders/higher belts is awesome, and I found that my daughter even started using phrases like "Yes I Can" when she was trying to do something challenging. That alone made it worth it. But as a major bonus, we signed under a family plan, so now I take Krav Maga and my wife has started taking X-Fit boxing. This is what really made the plan affordable for us. I'm particularly enjoying the Krav classes so much. All the staff and helpers are wonderful, and the other classmates (kids and adults) have been so great. I highly recommend. Another quick note: they do have a few up-sell moments that I don't love, but they're not pushy, which I appreciate. Overall I can take all but the sparring class, so we're happy with that. read more

Our family started with ATA martial arts in 2005 when our eldest son was only four years old. He went on to receive his first and then second-degree black belt. Over 10 years later, our eldest son decided he wanted to go back and pursue his third-degree black belt, his two younger brothers and sister were thrilled at joining in and learning taekwondo. Beginning October 2020, our three children started with ATA Martial Arts. There was no other studio that we even thought about joining. Since they began taekwondo, our three children have improved in so many ways. They've become more confident, experienced less sibling rivalry, and what is even more noticeable is that our son with ADHD has become much more emotionally regulated. Mr. Espinoza and all of the instructors are warm, friendly, motivating, patient, encouraging, and most importantly they make everything so much fun! Our children are not only learning the art of taekwondo from the best athletes in the sport, they are learning the tools to become people with integrity and character. read more

I felt like this is completely business only and do not really focus on kids growth and development. They require a lot of extra equipments to buy from them and encourage other kids and family to get overcrowded within classes. Be careful when it is your first time enrolling your kid (s) here. They do a lot of sales talk (you would notice) and I felt I was a victim of it. I signed up for a year for my 2 kids that cost me almost $$$4000, with other accessories separate from tuition. And they did not disclose to me that those are non refundable if not completed. Unfortunately, my kids didn't like it and stopped attending after few months only. They won't give back any of your money. I wish I knew consequences. Just beware. read more

My experience with Victory Martial Arts is very disappointing. Master Espinosa failed my son to the next belt level without any heads up or warning. He just told him he won't advance during the graduation ceremony and embarrassed my son and husband in front of other students and families. Any caring instructor would have helped my son to achieve the skills to proceed to the next belt level. My son was so disappointed and cried his eyes out. He's 8 year old. They failed him on purpose, so that we have to pay more for him to advance. It's a complete money pit and you constantly get harassed to purchase extra gear. Both of my older kids get harassed 100% of the time to join whenever they step foot into the studio. They now refuse to go, because they feel so uncomfortable. In December an email was sent out for a Rank Advancement Camp. When I enquired about the camp, I was told that the camp was for other kids, not my son. But that they would make an exception if we paid more. When I asked Master Espinosa to honor his advertised price, he didn't even respond to my email. We've been singled out to be embarrassed and shamed and we will definitely not continue with Victory Martial Arts. They just sent out an email saying they will increase their prices in the new year. Are you kidding me? They charge $220/month and this is a continuous program 12 months out of the year. That's $2,640 annually and they are increasing prices? For 2 kids classes a week? And if you pause your membership for a few weeks to get a break or go on vacation, they will fail your kid as punishment. It's a total money pit. When my son had to spar in class, they would pair him with higher ranked kids and did absolutely nothing when he got beat up. The kids/families don't matter-they are just after your money. I would definitely not recommend it. I hear good things about Iron Fist Martial Arts Academy. read more

Make sure your kid really really wants to do martial arts. After signing up they will try and put additional purchases on you they say are required and if it ends up not being a fit you will end up paying for unused time. read more

I love ATA Victory Martial Arts. I have never been athletically inclined. It doesn't come naturally to me. I began taking Krav Maga classes around May 2019; once a week. I was super nervous. The first couple of months were hard; like I said, this kind of stuff doesn't come naturally to me. But the more I came, the more comfortable I became. Now, 6 months later, I'm coming to classes 4 days a week. It still doesn't come naturally to me, but it's fun. Plus, it's a great work out. When I work out on an elliptical, it's so boring. All I can think about is: how much longer? Is my heart rate high enough? Am I sweating enough? Not too much? With Martial Arts, all of that is an afterthought. I'm too busy learning and remembering the moves, talking to my partners, listening to the (wonderful) instructors; that I do not even notice how high my heart rate is. Sweat is only noticed when it gets in my eyes, haha. I'm very glad I found ATA Victory. read more

I have been attending Victory Martial Arts for Krav Maga classes for one year now. To this day, taking these classes has been one of the best decisions I have ever made! I am going into college this year and the self-defense taught in their Krav Maga classes is so useful and great knowledge to have. Every class, I leave with more knowledge than I came in with and so much more confidence too! Krav Maga has left me feeling more confident walking around and I feel empowered knowing the self defense that I do! The instructors Master Espinosa and Master Kivi are excellent and great teachers and the fellow attendees of the class are always so friendly; Victory Martial Arts is a great environment. They have multiple different types of classes for all different ages, and I would recommend taking classes here to anyone!! -Bella Alcalde read more

My son recently started classes here and loved it!! I was so inspired by the training and dedication of instructors To their students that I decided to join as well ! A great place for inspiration , discipline, and phenomenal workout and training!!! Everyone is friendly and encouraging wether you are a black belt or just starting out! Definitely worth dropping bY and seeing what there classes are like!! read more

My intention to give my son a physical activity to participate in has reached higher than my expectation. He's learning communication skills, making friends, competing yet cheering on his peers, confidence with humility, discipline but having fun! Best of all, this team works on rolling these skills out not just in school and home, but in the outside world! This is an amazing asset for the development of my son to become an incredible young man read more

My son has been training in Victory Martial Arts- Stevenson Ranch and I could see the positive impact on him. Master Espinosa and Mr. Kivi are awesome and have been instrumental in training my son krav maga and bring awareness to protect and defends oneself against potential threat. It is a very great environment where respect of others and hard work discipline are taught across the board. Highly recommended! read more

While I observed my husband take classes (he's a second degree) there was a smile on my face due to the joy and fun everyone was having in class. There was such uplifting energy coming from the instructors that was contagious. You could see the care and discipline they were imparting in the students, individually and collectively; while also challenging the students to give all their energy into each drill. As a teacher myself, I appreciate how each student is challenged to discover more of their strengths by verbally repeating what they have just learned. They're growing as future instructors. Every class I've observed there is always a confidence builder. read more

My family and I have experienced a few different martial arts studios and I have to say thank goodness we did. So when we met the owner and the instructors we knew this was the place for us. Worth every penny! read more

Best ATA martial arts my girls went here for 3 years, best instructors your kids will ever have, Master Kivi ( the best) and Master Espinoza, we had to move to SD to a new ATA martials arts and it's good, but it's not the same the best instructors that your kids will have are in Victory ATA martial arts stevenson Ranch, miss it so much, your kids will have fun, get active, learn how to obey and be a respectful human being. :) read more

Our family has been taking classes here for almost a year! We love the instructors who are very caring and invested in your success! We have also learned self-defense and life skills along with Taekwondo. I highly recommend this for your whole family....small Tigers all the way up to adults! read more

Coming into Victory, we knew that it was going to be a great experience knowing Gavin personally outside of Victory as well as going to school with his brother locally...what I came to learn was that there was something special about the way the schooled run...I was impressed by the fact that the Victory curriculum has made many studies in child development and how the values of leadership, honesty, discipline, integrity, community, confidence and determination can be instilled in a child through their program. I know it's a lot of work raising kids but it seems easier with the help Gavin and the amazing staff Mr. Kivi, Ms. Austin and others! My daughter first started off a little shy in group settings and quiet to now being competitive, having an "I can do attitude", and is excelling in all areas of her life. Thank you Victory Marital Arts, staff and community to making our experience an enjoyable one! read more

Victory Martial Arts - Confidence Shining through my daughter! - Martial Arts Near Me - Stevenson Ranch, California

Great place to learn martial arts. Lots of energy and very knowledgeable. Encouraging and positive reinforcement. Also very creative in their methods of instruction. read more

What an excellent place. I cannot thank the team Master Espinoza, Mr.Kivi and Miss Austin enough. There is so much more than learning Tae Kwon Do here for our son. He has learned self discipline, respect, confidence and the ability to over come obstacles. Many thanks to you all. Best investment for our son. read more

Excellent facility! Very structured, clean and welcoming. Master Espinoza and Mr.Kivi are amazing instructors and great role models. My son has been taking class for a little over a year and he has become so much more confident and comfortable in his own skin :) read more

this studio is awesome! I love the staffs and instructors. This for kids and adults. The instructors takes their time to verbalize the techniques so, well, that anyone can do it. Master Espinosa is a great and compassable instructor. Yes, I certainly recommend anyone to the studio read more

My friends children attended here, they did not enjoy here at all. They do the same routines for Action Class and nothing new. They dont give enough attention to each and every student for improvement and is overfull with little room to participate. Believe me when I say overfull. They keep pushing you to take their specials because they need money. They only care about money here so read contract fully. If you mention you are leaving they treat you differently. Master Espinoza puts quite a sell act and private demonstration to make it seem great. Not worth the money doing the same routines with overbooked classes and older children that dont belong in class read more

5 stars are not enough to express how pleased we are with the instructors, curriculum, and the entire Victory family. This is definitely the place for anyone interested in being part of a true martial arts family! read more

Awesome experience, my son is learning the discipline of martial arts as well as life skills

All I can say is how thrilled I am that we put our faith in Master Espinosa and Mr. Kivi. A year ago, my boys started classes at ATA. My now 13 year old is absolutely thriving. He's super shy and introverted, but the instructors motivate him and have brought him out of his shell. He strives to do well and receives only positive reinforcement even when he doesn't achieve the goal set for him (for example, breaking a board). Master Espinosa, Mr. Kivi and Ms. Austin are all phenomenal with instruction for small kids through adults. I'm also taking Krav Maga there and really enjoying the exercise and tools they are teaching me. My younger son has some fears and I call Master Espinosa the "magic maker" because he is able to get my son excited about learning martial arts. All of them care SO much about the kids and their well being. I really cannot say enough about how pleased I am with the programs. read more