White Dragon Martial Arts

(7 reviews)

7.0 mi

Awesome group !!! Great people enjoying Tai Chi learning…read moreexperience with wonderful instructors

I started Tai Chi at the Senior Center on Country Club over a year ago. Now I go 4 or 5 times a…read moreweek. It's a very relaxing and satisfying exercise that strengthens the body and settles the mind. Besides the enjoyment of it, my blood pressure is 10 points or more lower, my minor aches and pains (I'm 76) trouble me less, and my balance is noticeably improved. The people, especially the instructors, are friendly and encouraging. Complete beginners are put in the middle and told to just copy. No one is ever made to feel incompetent, The emphasis is on progression , not perfection. Everyone learns at their own pace with instruction offered at most group sessions. A thoroughly satisfying way to relax, have fun, and improve the body!

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Balance Martial Art

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10.8 mi

Peter Wu is a wonderful teacher. He is knowledgeable, skilled, and kind. I highly recommend him for…read moreall levels, ages, and abilities.

This school has helped my back immensely in the 3.5 months I've been here!…read moreDuring my forties, I injured my back repeatedly. 3 years ago at the age of 48 I finally had an MRI. I have mild to moderate wedge compressions on 8 vertebrae and 4 disc bulges, one of which became a herniated disc about two years ago. Physical therapy and chiropractors seemed to aggravate the herniated disc. I ended up in severe pain after those sessions with limited mobility for weeks. Additionally, since the herniated disc, I've lost significant muscle mass (especially in my legs as I was no longer able to bend down and had severely limited mobility for months). The herniated disc also caused sciatica, which would cause muscles in my leg or hips to tense up to where I was unable to bend them, numbness in my upper left leg, and occasionally extreme nerve pain in my upper left leg. Enter Balance Martial Arts and Shifu Peter Wu! Although I had hoped that the Tai Chi would help with my posture and provide some improvement, Shifu Peter Wu taught me several Qigong exercises which have had an enormously beneficial effect on me. Years of being in a desk job created a slight, but noticeable hunch in my back. When I was younger (30's), the only way to fix it would be visits to the chiropractor, however the fixes would only last days. After practicing one of Shifu Peter's Qigongs for a few weeks, I was able to resolve that issue for over a month now with occasional practices of the exercise. I was never able to fix that on my own before! Additionally, the standing exercises he has taught me, has helped strengthen my lower back and hip girdle significantly. That coupled with seated Qigong with postural corrections, and some other exercises he taught me, I've eliminated most of the pain in my lower back. The stances from the standing exercises and Tai Chi have additionally started building up my leg strength again. All of this has had a significant increase on my mobility and energy levels. After years of "good and bad days", where good days meant only mild pain, I now see a light at the end of the tunnel! Now my good days mean no pain and I have increased range of motion! This has only been with 3.5 months. I can't wait to see how much better I'll be in another year. Shifu Peter is one of the few people who's had an opportunity to train in Chen Village (the birthplace of Tai Chi), as well as at the Shaolin temple. His teaching style is great, supplying me with new information and refinements in every class, and he is extremely supportive and flexible in showing me exercises to help improve my practice, and to help me along with my back. There's still a long road ahead of me for fixing all of the issues in my back, but I haven't had this much success in any other methodology I've tried, let alone in such a short period of time. I can't give enough accolades to Shifu Peter Wu and the practices that he's taught me!

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4.8

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23.1 mi

Worst experience ever. I came in for some classes. I was approached by very racist woman. She…read moreassumed because of my ethnicity I didn't believe in equal rights. Kept making references to women working. WTAF? Then one day in class, the teacher says he's only going to teach half the class. He never said someone else would be taking over. So I asked if we could refunded 50%. He wrote me a letter. Included a full refund and asked me to never come back. Low quality instructions. If you want a too notch teacher try TC society about an hour north in OC.

Master Henry is amazing! Tai Chi definitely helped my balance and coordination. The people in…read moreclass are very welcoming.

2 Students Practice Push Hands (Photo from video)

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This is Master Henry from the Tai Chi Wellness Center.

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12.0 mi

Initially, I was going to two different places to learn tai chi a week. But after experiencing…read moreEnguerran's teachings, I knew I had found the real deal and decided to stick with his classes only. I was looking for something that goes deeper than merely memorizing and going through the motions- here, you learn the inner core movements and principles that are subtle to the eye but everything to the power and practice of tai chi/wudang/chi quong. He is detail-oriented and always make sure that we understand how to do the movements properly and its many variations... No matter what skill level you are, whether you've done martial arts before or have zero experience, I guarantee that you'll have much to learn from his teachings. It can be challenging at times, but Enguerran's infectious energy and enthusiasm always makes it a fun environment. My favorite is when we have a new student because that means we get to practice the basics, and you can never practice the basics enough! His classes are far from being monotonous so you are never bored.. he mixes it up and will introduce a fun new style that are oh so interesting- I pretty much view them as treats! Highly recommend if you're not looking for just a class, but to have this extend into to your everyday life, grow your awareness, stay grounded, improve your health and balance. This is very much a family vibe as you get to know everyone and progress together. Honestly, don't think you can find a more authentic teacher around here, he is passionate and willing to share his knowledge that was passed onto him by his master. Give it a try, first class is complimentary. After that, it depends on how many times you want to attend per week, but prices are more than fair. Cheers!

In only a very few months training under Enguerran I have experienced a step change in my Tai Chi…read morejourney, which spans over 25 years. Enguerran is clearly a very skilled practitioner of martial arts and associated healing skills. I highly recommend anyone interested in growing their knowledge and capabilities to connect with Enguerran and to explore opportunities to learn from him.

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5 Element Fitness

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2.5 mi

Nick is amazing at what he does. I have a knee injury and have been struggling with working out in…read moreany kind of way due to this. He was able to teach me ways that can help me get better in shape without putting any strain on my knee. He was also able to teach me some strength training to help me with strengthening my body to hopefully prevent injuries from happening so easily in the future. I definitely highly recommend him for any physical needs you have as he's very knowledgeable, patient, and good at what he does.

Nick is a fantastic trainer and helper to get the body in great shape. My degenerated lower spine,…read moreneck, and hip abscess, and shoulders are greatly improved to the point of about 90-95% improvement. Highly recommended.

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Tai Chi Class at Loma Linda Univ Drayson Center

(1 review)

63.2 mi

The tai chi teacher is the same one who teaches for Redlands Aikikai, many of the students go to…read moreboth facilities. This is an inexpensive class with a discount for gym members. But non-members can take the class. He teaches The Old form of Yang Style, symmetrical form in the class and there are several levels from beginning to advanced students. Small classes and personal attention. The teacher is well respected in the region as an expert. The downside is the class is only one day a week, now on Thursdays at 6:30 PM. They gym has limited hours but that does not effect the tai chi class.

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Oom Yung Doe

(19 reviews)

26.2 mi

As a senior, I realized I needed to do something to increase my strength, stamina and balance. I…read morestarted the senior program almost a month ago and feel like I am getting stronger and gaining mobility and balance. Ben and Joy are phenomenal instructors, so caring and encouraging. Great environment! Looking forward to more improvement in the months to come.

Actual results have been achieved since coming to this school. Still actively attending, learning,…read moreand growing. I'm where Im meant to be in order to properly heal my mind and body.

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Wellness By Bob

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42.5 mi

I met "Tai Chi Bob" as he is known at a friend's house a few weeks ago and he demo'd some Tai Chi…read morewhile there. I was riveted. I really liked the core strength, energy and movement of it. My fiancé does yoga weekly and have wanted to find a spiritual practice we could share as a couple with 2 religions. Tai Chi as a physical fitness class (Bob is just a superb Personal Trainer for all fitness levels. ) Bob has a weekly Saturday morning Tai Chi class (in addition to the One-on-One Personal Training he does w individuals and couples like us!) @ Heritage Park off of Old Golden Lantern in Dana Point @ 9:30 for about 1 hour. It's terrific. He is SO total health knowledgeable and spends time one-on-one coaching and adjusting for the new people. Great for any midlifer over 40 or 50+. He'll walk you through doing the moves with whatever cumulative sports injuries and stresses on our bodies. So great to have my feet on the ground and enjoy earth energy. Replenishing. Note: the area is SO lovely, this week we're planning to enjoy brunch together there afterwards as a couple. Highly recommend! We'll be back again next weekend! Maybe I'll see you there! lol

From the owner: While my clients love the detailed range of knowledge I bring; Advanced Personal Training, Self…read moreRe-Alignment, Balance, Stretch, Massage Therapy, Reflexology, Reiki / Chi Gung, Tai Chi, Jeet Kune Do, etc..., what they really love is how I bundle it all together under a 'lost' open ended rogue style called Wu Shu, or "The Way". Since this style was designed to answer ANY situation a wondering monk might encounter on his travels, it a one stop shopping point for everything Health, Fitness and Wellness wise. From Mat Release Stretches, to moves that actually regenerate body parts - whether genetic or injured, to purging disease from the body, to becoming stronger, with better balance and a flexibility you never had, I can deliver whatever results my clients desire. And, though I'll make things challenging, I also make it fun. Or at least enjoyable. No matter what, progress, but always safely.

Double Bonsu Ball Lunges, with Weighted Ball and a Twist!

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White Dragon Martial Arts - Oceanside

4.7

(22 reviews)

8.7 mi

This is a great and family oriented place. The instructors…read moreare nice and friendly. The teachers are caring and yet, strict. The school teaches children respect and responsibilities. We have been with WD for a year and love it.

I started with White Dragon Oceanside back in 1995 and after about 4.5 years, made it to Purple…read moreSash before I took a very long break. I just rejoined in December 2024 and am so happy I did. It was super cool to see Sifu Smith as the head instructor of the Oceanside school, as he was one of the senior instructors present for my Purple Sash test all those years ago. The environment is clean, very positive, very supportive and is great for all ages. What I love the most is learning useful techniques and forms while getting a great workout. We just had our annual tournament at Viejas Arena at SDSU and it was an excellent experience.

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Havasu Powersports

(34 reviews)

4.9 mi

I love Yelp reviews!... a previous customer wrote a helpful review of this place that happened to…read morebe about the exact same situation I was in. When Sea-doo stopped making their jet boats, I couldn't find anyone other than where I bought the boat (2.5 hr drive from my home) to fix or maintain my Sea-doo 150 Speedster jet boat. Due to multiple circumstances, the boat unfortunately sat trailered and unused for the past 7 years, and definitely needed a refresh & couple of replacement parts before it was ready for the river again. So, no surprise I was SUPER excited and thankful to find Arteen and his shop, (especially only being a quick drive into Escondido)! He is very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. This guy knows his stuff! So, if you're stuck with a Sea-doo jet boat, or have jet skis / waverunners that need some work or maintenance, I HIGHLY recommend contacting Arteen at Havasu Powersports! Thanks again Arteen! See ya next time our boat is in need of your help!

So stoked I found this spot. Took me a long time to find a great mechanic to work on my Yamaha FX…read moreSVHO. A lot of jet ski repair shops have mixed reviews, there is a reason this place doesn't have any bad reviews. They take tremendous pride in their work and customer hospitality and do the job the right way. I took my machine here after another shop botched an install. I won't be taking my Waverunner anywhere else. Highly recommended.

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Moonlight State Beach

4.5

(388 reviews)

8.9 mi

Beach is clean with a free parking lot just above. At the entrance there's a nice little…read moreplayground, a concessions stand with actual options beyond your standard hotdogs and burgers. We came on a cloudy day so it wasn't really crowded and we found free parking in the lot up the hill, just above the beach. The lifeguard station is right there so there was a sense of added safety as my kids learned to surf. Beach was clean, people were chill, and we'll def be back!

We came here as a family and really enjoyed it. I actually believe this beach was recommended to…read moreme, and it was everything they said it would be. The beach was nice and the water felt really good, not too cold, which made it even better. My daughter had a blast playing in the sand and just being free, and my husband loved it too, especially since it was his first time being in warm ocean water. We were able to find a spot that wasn't overly crowded, which made it feel even more peaceful and relaxing. Overall it was just a really good beach day and I would definitely come back.

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Look the Moon!

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4.2

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7.9 mi

Camping at Carlsbad State Beach is unmatched…read more This campsite offers the best of both worlds: city life + beach life. It sits right on the ocean bluff with two sides, bluff-side (oceanfront) and streetside. Obviously bluff-side is preferred, but staying on the streetside is still a treat. A few things I love about this camping experience: - They allow all forms of camping. Tent, RV, van, etc. - The site has clean bathrooms and warm showers. Just be sure to purchase tokens at the front for the shower. - Dog friendly! You can bring your pet along but they must be on leash and aren't allowed on the beach. - Carlsbad has the most captivating sunsets, and if you're lucky, you'll even see a few dolphins. Truly the most memorable 32nd birthday activity with all my favorite people.

Carlsbad is a beautiful city with a lot of nice restaurants and little shops so I opted to try the…read morebeach here today rather than Oceanside where I usually go. I lucked out and found a super close parking spot in the neighborhood across the street. The beach itself was VERY short compared to sand length at other beaches so people were almost on top of each other. There was a pretty intense drop off about half way down the sand so it limited space for people to put down their stuff and lay out. I'm not sure how normal it is at this spot but there was a TON of rocks. It was way too much to be able to enter the water without having them beating your feet and ankles. My friend was bleeding after trying to check out the water. The surf was also a little intense that day so I'm wondering if that had any effect on the rock situation? This was a very clean beach with restrooms at the bottom of the ramp from the street so it did have that going for it but we decided to leave and head for a beach where we could safely go into the water that day. I'll have to come back another time to get a better idea.

Carlsbad SP Premium site.

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So Cal Toy Shack

3.7

(9 reviews)

2.9 mi

The owner cussed me out simply for the fact that my phone lost reception and dropped the call…read moreseveral times. The owner does not value customers and only cares about the bottom line. In his words "Call me when you have better reception, I have Sh*** to do and your wasting my time". Guess, what, I'm a business owner too and would never talk to any of my customers that way.

I was looking for a toy for the weekend and heard about these guys from a friend. I called…read moreJonathan and he was super nice and had everything I was looking for.....I came in to rent a jet ski, ended up getting two and a new RZR on a trailer! They delivered the jet skis and we had a full day in the bay and sand. I highly reccomend giving these guys a call for anything you would like to rent from the desert to the ocean. Thanks Jon!

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Tempest Freerunning Academy

4.1

(42 reviews)

1.7 mi

Kayla was super helpful to ensure My 15 year old would be…read moreplaced in the right class. She was very informative of helping me With the waiver form to pricing. Excited to be a part of tempest! Parkour communities are always the best place to go for friendliness accompanied with quality movement.

Only love for the sport and more love for the instructors!…read more The academy is clean, safe, LOTS of fun.

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SoCal Volleyball Club

4.0

(26 reviews)

0.3 mi

Solid volleyball programs. I've been sending one of my kids…read moreto their beginner/intermediate clinic for homeschool students for about a year now. The feedback has been very positive. Recommended. - Staff is friendly and accommodating. - They donate services to local schools.

This volleyball club is unique as compared to the other San Diego volleyball clubs. A large…read morepercentage of the SoCal teams are more developmental in nature. These teams provide an opportunity for young players to learn that game and have fun.

SoCal Volleyball Club 18U athletes hanging out between matches--many of these girls have played together here since they were 10 years old.

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Mike J.

7 years ago

I started Tai Chi at my wife's request to help me deal with pain, loosen up muscles, increase my ability to focus, memory and attention. I retired after 31 years in the fire service and during that time I received some injuries that cause me daily pain, lose of sleep and ability to keep focused. I am a believer in alternative medicine and ways to deal with pain which is why I use acupuncture and Tai Chi as ways to deal with this discomfort. I have been attending class for about 15 months now and I have had a significant increase in my quality of life to include sleep, flexibility and focus. All White Dragon instructors are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and want you to succeed, but there are 3 that have made this direct change to my quality of life, Sifu Vandergrift, Mr Driver and Mr Hansen. They have directly helped me make this great change to my life. Their knowledge of the martial arts and instructor capabilities are beyond measurable standards. Their teaching style and skills are fantastic, there is never a negative word said. They explain everything at a level that is easily understood and always setting you up, for success. They take all individuals physical abilities into account when teaching allowing you to complete the form and techniques and stay true to the our lineage. I wish I had better words to explain how great full I am to White Dragon instructors, for all they have done to help me succeed in this wonderful change to my life and over all health, to include mind and body. I highly suggest trying White Dragon Tai Chi, if you want to make significant changes in your life. read more

Kate F.

3 months ago

Been training at White Dragon for over two years now. The staff is great! They're always willing to help and answer questions. All the instructors that I've worked with are amazing, they're really passionate (ask Chief Hanson anything MMA related), and clearly work hard for their skills. The space is really well maintained (the bathrooms are immaculate), and there is an air of respect for keeping it so. I train in the evenings, so I am generally coming in after the kids are done, so despite it having a mostly kid population, it feels like an advanced environment during the scheduled adult class times. The parking lot is used for overflow training, so there is always space for working on your own thing. Lastly, the community is really positive and diverse. Sifu V and the instructors are great at challenging you without the experience feeling like a beatdown, and there is always emphasis on setting goals for training. The best piece of advice I can echo to anyone wanting to join is that you are ultimately the one pushing yourself and determining your progress pace (having the structure of the classes is a huge help). You can make this experience as easy or as challenging as you want it to be. You can use the facility as much as you want, so take advantage of it! read more

Whitedragon F.

7 years ago

I would like to start by saying that the instructors are amazing!!! They are very committed, patient and encouraging will all there students. From the moment you want in the doors you greeted and they are Focused on your child. its a very positive place. they have different Payment plans that can fit at your budget. my child had behavioral Problems at school and at the boys and girls club and with in a week of My child going to white dragon there has been a huge difference from when we first started. i have a more positive and confident child !!!! the Instructors are very talented and each one of them has been so inspiring. I recommend it to everyone!! read more

Tee J.

12 years ago

Our family loves White Dragon. All of the instructors are passionate about teaching and they do it with kindness and always use positive reinforcement and praise. The private lessons are fantastic, the plethora of group lessons are wonderful, the respect, discipline, & values taught are an additional bonus. There is no martial arts school around that compares to everything White Dragon has to offer our family. The instructors we have and the friends we have made have become more than just instructors and acquaintances, they are our inspiration and our family. We are thankful to have found Sifu Vandergriff and the White Dragon family. read more

Don J.

1 month ago

I'm a senior aged student and have been practicing Tai Chi and Kung Fu with White Dragon-San Marcos for about 5 years now. The teaching methods and commitment that Sifu V. and his instructors have are exemplary. My physical fitness and self-confidence has skyrocketed since joining. I especially like the annual Dragon Cup, where all the students of White Dragon's numerous locations get together to compete in a college arena. This school is the real thing. It's not easy and it takes a lot of work to progress through the rankings, but it's well worth it. read more

Paul B.

14 years ago

Our son takes lessons here and the master instructor is GREAT! He works with our son and teaches him self control and respect while learning techniques. This is great for kids to learn how to react to bullies. The entire staff is professional, inlcuding the site manager. I recommend this studio to anyone. They are great with kids! 5 stars all the way! read more

Mel B.

9 years ago

From the beginning the two "chief instructors" were evasive and creepy, especially the bald one. They wouldn't actually quote me a price until the last minute, for good reason- this place is incredibly expensive, and I have no idea why. All they teach are movements in the air, and claim that they can fight. Don't waste your money. read more

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(7 reviews)

Excellent instructors that gave our son a great karate beginning at the Mottino YMCA brought us…read moreover to this beautiful, new Dojo to take his training to the next level. What stands out is the distance so many parents/ families are willing to travel (when it's not hard to find several "karate" studios in close proximity.) In my opinion, it the excellence of their instructors, both in skill and personal character that builds trust and long lasting relationships. There is a true sense of community and excellence in training. I don't know much about karate- but as parents, we do have experience seeking out excellent coaches and teachers for our children. They know their students- and seek to understand their personalities, strengths, and weaknesses - you can't go wrong with people like that who support and encourage your child's development of skill and character.

If you are looking for glorified babysitters for your kids, then this is not the place for them…read more The instructors will not only teach your kids martial arts. They will teach them how to become good fighters, great students at school and respectful children to their parents. Dojo is Yamashita affiliate.

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