We enrolled our son (9) and daughter (12) at this academy a little over a year ago and it's…read morehonestly been one of the best decisions we've ever made. The entire team has been instrumental in our children's success, both on the training mat and at competitions. My wife and I were both multi-sport athletes, but neither of us ever practiced or competed in combat sports so while we weren't sure what to expect, we both understood what effective teaching/training looked like. From the first day, it was evident that the team was focused on developing comfort and confidence in the new students. They were both immediately assigned to an experienced student who made them feel relaxed and walked them through both the drills and lessons over the next few days. They quickly went from being a little scared of joining a class full of students with varied experience levels to requesting to attend class every day of the week. Of all the extracurricular activities they had tried, this was the one that ignited their passion the most. The professor, Tom Cronin, and the entire team of coaches do an excellent job of keeping the kids engaged by balancing expectations with both fun and recognition. They have a great sense of each student and how to motivate them to excel. They also steer clear of pitfalls we were warned of by friends who have children attending other academies, specifically promotions based on attendance as opposed to merit. At this gym, the children are evaluated on their skills and ability to execute the requisite moves. This encourages them to excel instead of just casually participating. Within 9 months they had developed enough confidence to compete and we were blown away at how well they performed against the competition from around the country. Most importantly, they had a coach prepare them the week before with one on one training and he was the one who attended the competition to coach both of them through all of their matches. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly for us, the academy doesn't just teach them BJJ, it reinforces core behaviors that we expect from our children - Respect, honor, and community. At the end of the day, we are all trying to raise the best humans we can and I can say with absolute confidence, that this academy is an integral part of that process for our children. I absolutely recommend Carlson Gracie, Temecula to anyone with any interest in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu.

As a parent, finding the right dojo for your kids means everything, and Carlson Gracie Temecula has…read morebeen such a blessing for our family. Professor Tom knows how to bring patience and understanding to teaching young kids, while still holding them to real discipline -- and it shows. Even at just 4 and 6 years old, our boys already show him such genuine respect, and as parents, that's exactly what we hoped to find. Our boys have spent the majority of their training with Coach Dienekes, and we can't say enough about him -- his guidance and dedication have been a huge part of getting our oldest ready for his competition in two weeks. On top of that, Professor Tom still made time for a private lesson with him ahead of the comp, even with how busy he's been prepping other students for their own competitions. Above and beyond doesn't even cover it. You could feel how much care and love for the sport both coaches pour into these kids. The facility itself matches the quality of the coaching -- spacious, well laid out, and always clean and organized, with dedicated areas for the different classes and even a lounge for parents. You can tell how much pride they take in the place. We tried another gym before this one, and it just never felt like this. We are so grateful to have finally found our jiu jitsu home. Thank you for everything you do!

Best in the biz. Expert, caring, and organized senseis will train you up right, no matter what…read moreyour age or ability level. Highest possible recommendation.

Probably the best dojo here in Riverside / San Diego County. Went to train here with a friend and…read moreI definitely got a workout in. I also realized how crummy I am defending myself. I mean, one of the students here took me down and I cried inside. The owner / head instructor Ty teaches his students the best of his knowledge with regards of Dedication, Discipline, and Development. The supporting instructors and Ty are incredibly good with kids, I mean I wish I had a kid so he can train here. All I can say is, I tried it out, and I loved every bit of it.

My 6 year old son has been attending classes here for months. He has attended classes elsewhere,…read more including Krav Maga and we have been VERY happy at this studio. Family operated, Renche, Sheehan or sensei (Hope I spelled each of those correctly ) greet each family individually and are very professional and respectful people. These lessons will not only teach your children self defense (which they do) but also focus, control and respect. There is a stripe system in place for promotion testing but as far as I can tell it is also determine d based on child's ability and behavior as these are key to training. It appears to me the stripes are a tool for the instructors to gage where a child should be after a certain amount of time. I have seen some children qualify to test for their next belt early so the stripes are definitely not THE qualifier for this.

We are so pleased with Yamashita Karate Studio in Murrieta, our 8 years old daughter loves to go…read moreevery class; we love how professional and friendly are all the trainers. Definitely, she will stay learning all this years!

I've been taking the Tai Chi class here with my mom for several months now, and it has been one of…read morethe best things we've done together. Everyone has been incredibly welcoming from day one. The instructors encourage you to challenge yourself, but they never push you to the point where you dread coming back. They meet you where you are and genuinely want you to succeed. Special shout out to Mandy, who has been our class instructor for the last couple of months and is an absolute gem. What surprised me most is what an amazing workout Tai Chi actually is. It looks slow and gentle, but don't let that fool you--I often leave sweaty. Since starting, I've noticed a huge improvement in my strength, balance, and confidence. A real-life example: I have a 40-pound bulldog who needs to be carried downstairs every morning to go outside. Before Tai Chi, I struggled (and he was a bit afraid). Now I can carry him down an entire flight of stairs without thinking twice, and he seems to really appreciate me not being wobbly on the stairs anymore. That's a pretty noticeable difference. I also appreciate that the class includes people of all ages and abilities. No one is trying to prove they're the strongest or the most athletic. It's just a supportive environment where everyone is working on becoming a little stronger, healthier, and more capable than they were the week before. I also really like how the more advanced students join us at times to help and encourage us. (Hint: If you're looking for a fun group of seniors, join our lunch class on M, W & F) If you've ever been curious about Tai Chi but wondered whether it was "enough" exercise, I can honestly say it has exceeded my expectations. I look forward to every class, and my mom and I always leave feeling better than when we walked in. I'm so glad we decided to give it a try.

I wanted to share about an experience we had with Oom Yung Doe . My son wanted to start martial…read morearts, so my husband searched through the vendors at his homeschool charter and found Oom Yung Doe in Temecula. When I reached out via their scheduling system to set up a free trial, I was immediately called back and I spoke to Ben the owner. He set up a date and time for my son to visit and try a class that evening. Ben met with all of us first to discuss my son's goals and to explain a little bit about their school and then my son joined the teen class right after. My son loved it and we decided to have him attend classes there. They offer teen classes every evening and morning classes for everyone as well as Saturday morning classes. Ben and his wife, Joy own Oom Yung Doe and are some of the most kind and welcoming people I have met! My son started attending 2.5 months ago and I will tell you, he loves it, but more importantly, his grades have come up and he is doing amazing scholastically! My son took the Star360 (a statewide test) last school year in May and was in the red zone (concerning zone-he has been for most of his school career) and just this week, he is in the blue zone (the zone they want all students to be in). Images attached. We are shocked and so excited for him! We can't wait to watch him grow and change due to the training he is getting at Oom Yung Doe! If you have a child who is struggling with school, please reach out to Ben at Oom Yung Doe and have your child attend a session or two. I attached the website link below. I promise you won't be disappointed and if you attend for a few months, you may see their grades increase like we have! https://meet.oomyungdoe.com/free-consultation-ca

My son has been attending SKY Martial Arts in Wildomar since he was about 3.5 years old. We took a…read morebreak and he is back. He is about to be 7 and we still love bringing him to his classes. They remember his name and made him feel comfortable enough to jump right in. All instructors, Instructor Adrian, Master Jin and Master Emma are very respectful, patient and are clear examples of what the studio will provide. They focus on the kids' confidence, discipline and work around the exercises to make sure all the kids feel seen. I highly recommend SKY Martial Arts in Wildomar.

My grandson is autistic and they had the patience and the ability to help train him to be a better…read morestudent in school a better student in their class and to get along with others. I would highly recommend this studio because they are very well trained and they have a great rapport with the children. My grandson has been in tae kwon do with master Jin and he is now a black belt student.

We joined Master Chaney's about a year ago and it's been a great experience for my son. At first he…read morewas extremely shy and hesitant, but with the patience and instruction from Master Chaney, he's really come out of his shell. I'd encourage anyone who's interested to check them out. I think it's especially beneficial for the younger kids as it's a great way to get them socialized and more disciplined.

We are new to this location, only 2 months in with Master Chaney and we love it. My 5 year old son…read morewas running around with so much energy, pretending to be a super hero but didn't have discipline. He didn't understand when to use his fighting skills and when not to. 2 months later and he has slowed down. He is now focused and understands we must keep hands to ourselves. We are so happy to be here!

Our Girl Scout troop had the opportunity to attend a class at Final Strike Martial Arts in…read moreMurrieta, and we had such an amazing experience! From the very beginning, the staff was welcoming, patient, and absolutely wonderful with all of our girls. They put together a two-hour class that was incredibly well organized and structured while still keeping the girls engaged and having fun the entire time. They talked with them about anti-bullying, personal safety, confidence, awareness, and different ways they can protect themselves if they ever feel unsafe. The girls also learned basic martial arts skills, including how to properly kick and strike, and one of their favorite parts was getting the chance to break boards! I was so impressed with how much they were able to teach the girls while making everything age-appropriate, encouraging, and fun. Every girl walked away feeling proud of herself and more confident. We are definitely interested in checking out more of what Final Strike Martial Arts has to offer and would highly recommend them to any family looking for a martial arts program for their child. Thank you so much for giving our troop such a memorable experience!

The workouts are challenging and rewarding, helping build strength, endurance, confidence, and…read moremental toughness. Every class pushes me to work harder and become better than I was the day before. Everyone encourages one another, works together, and celebrates each other's progress. The collaborative environment creates a strong sense of belonging and teaches us that success is not just about individual achievement--it is also about helping others succeed.

My son has been attending Hyo since December 2025 and he absolutely loves it. Master Yun (& his…read morefamily) are so kind and so good with all of the kids. My son has ADHD and this program has given him so much confidence and has taught him how to calm and control himself. It's been such a pleasure watching him grow and do something he really loves doing on a weekly basis. We can't wait to see where this takes him. Hands down the best dojang in Temecula. You will not be disappointed.

We ABSOLUTELY LOVE HYO!! Master Yun is exceptional and such a pleasure to watch his style of…read moretraining with the Lil ones. Our daughter knows how to finally jump rope along with taekwondo techniques. We are so happy to have found this martial arts studio!! Highly recommend to any family wanting more for their child or children..