“Dropped in from out of town. Coach Phil and Coach Nelson were welcoming. Sorted me out and onto the matts. Covered some mount-escapes, knee on belly escape then positional sparring. Never been here before but felt right at home under the Red Shield!Great noon class! Oss! Thanks Gents!“
“Hidden gem of a school with world class instructors and real legends rolling through on a regular basis. I just can’t say enough about the positive influence this school has made in our lives. The instruction is top notch and we appreciate the support of the amazing Jiu-Jitsu family at Figueroa BJJ.“
“Our family has been part of An's Taekwondo community for 6 years and we recommend this studio so highly. Master An has created an environment where respect is shown to all students and instructors no matter their age, athleticism, or belt rank. Master An teaches with firm kindness and is incredibly adept at adapting his instruction to match the age and ability of his students. The entire community provides such a welcoming and supportive structure for all who practice taekwondo at this studio. Being a part of An's Taekwondo gave me so much comfort when our son left elementary and started middle school. My worries were assuaged after hearing Master An teach the kids confidence, resilience, reliance on each other, and trust in your mentors. I encourage all new, returning, and continuing students to attend a class at An's Taekwondo and see for yourself.“
“We have been part of the CKA family for over 3 years. We cannot thank SBN Mikita, SBN Arango, Coach Brent and their entire staff enough for the care, discipline, skill and confidence that the experience has given to both of my sons. I highly recommend this studio for anyone looking to start or continue their karate journey.“
“Great environment and instructors at Excel. They teach not only great bjj but respect and hard work. The entire atmosphere is positive and they have a great kids program for competitive or casual jiu jitsu.“
“We love Champion Eyes and the self control, respect and confidence we are gaining in the dojo to amazing.“
“Best karate dojo in the area! Sensei Lopez and family are amazing! My kids have been taking lessons here for many years. We can’t say enough about how much they have gained and grown from learning here. Highly, highly recommend!“
“My kids LOVE it here! Matt is the best! We started coming about 2 months ago and my kids are learning so much, we love the structured classes and friendly staff“
“The best place in town for martial arts and a more individual approach. I take my son who is 6 now to Tim and Alex and we could not be happier. We have tried other martial arts studios in town and you can not compare. At Towey's you are in a small group with a lot of attention from your teacher. Unlike other overcrowded studios where lessons are thought by young kids. Tim and Alex are great teachers and are amazing with kids. We are truly lucky to have them in town! Their classes for adults are great too, so don't miss out.“
“Great experience. I came out here for some work and was privileged to come train with the judoka out here. Tough, but honest training and definitely will have you knowing where you need to improve your judo. Looking forward to training here again. Thank you Sensei Temujin.“
“Martial Arts Concepts is an amazing studio. The atmosphere is so positive. Master Dan Paulson is a gifted instructor, who really knows how to teach and inspire. The black belts were kind, humble, and helpful. My son has taken classes there for four years, starting as a high school freshman. He has grown and changed so much during that time, gaining self-control, self-esteem (for learning new skills and surpassing his personal best, not because everyone gets a ribbon for showing up), respect for others, in addition to the martial arts skills that he learned. If he wasn't going off to college, he would still be going there. If you are looking for martial arts for boys or girls, this is a wonderful place to train.“
“This is a serious gym, however these trained fighters have done nothing but give their time to me to make me the best version of myself. Everyone went easy on me on my first week, and progressively challenged me as the weeks went on“
“I was in Vista for work for a couple of weeks from Chicago & although I didn’t get to drop in to as many classes as I would’ve liked, it was a great experience. No crazy uniform requirements. No crazy SoCal drop in fees. Just the love of jiu jitsu with super nice & friendly training partners. No egos or attitudes, just high level jiu jitsu. A great experience for someone who had only been training for 6 months prior to my visit. Professors Mark & Martin are good guys who run a good gym. Next time I’m in the Vista office, I’ll be dropping in again. If you’re in the area you should check them out!“
“No monthly contracts! Woohoo! Great for kids and the price is right! The kiddos get 2 hours a week and the belts are $25 to test until they reach 10 years old then become $50 to test for their next rank. You are encouraged to find your own sparring gear and bring it to class! A few times a year there is 600-1000 pm for activities, a movie, and some pizza/snacks/drinks for about $20 per child. This place also offers a 20% sibling discount on monthly tuition. Children with special needs are encouraged to come also! Once in awhile there is a special weapon seminar that's a little extra to attend and includes the weapon of instruction! How cool is that?!“
“Our family's experience at Orion Martial Arts has been an extraordinary journey. Our child has been attending for about two years now, and I am profoundly grateful for the positive impact that Grandmaster Laura and her team have had on his development. The curriculum is well-structured, offering a perfect balance of discipline, fun, and physical activity. Communication with parents is consistently clear and constructive, making it easy to stay informed about our child's progress and the studio's activities. Grandmaster Laura is incredibly skilled and genuinely passionate about making a meaningful impact on her students. Her approach to instruction is both thoughtful and effective, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and encouragement. As a result, our child has not only learned technical skills but also important life values such as discipline, respect, and perseverance, in addition to gaining confidence and building his character. Orion Martial Arts is a family-friendly, top-notch program that delivers on every front. I highly recommend it to any parent looking to give their child a rewarding and enriching experience.“
“Great place that our daughter loves attending. Instructors are always patient but also firm and do a great job of making it fun but also instilling discipline.“