Martial Arts Schools near Santee

“We have been here for almost 2 years now. We came from another jiujitsu where I feel like my daughter wasn't learning and growing. When we came here we felt instantly welcomed. They have more than enough trainers to watch and make sure the kids are doing the movements correctly, and safely. They focus on teaching the kids and making sure they understand the movements before they use them on each other. My kiddo loves coach Jeremy and his wife. She asks to come to practice everyday because she is so determined to grow and advance! She will do amazing things here and we're excited to watch her grow!“

“My son has been here for 3 months now, and he seems to be doing really well. The instructors are all very kind and knowledgeable about karate, and they are patient with all age levels and learning levels. I am excited to see how the next few months will be and how my son's techniques will evolve.Pros: Intructors care, are knowledgeable, family oriented.Cons: parking up on top (there is a lower lot parking with plenty of room). Transition between classes is slim to none, so dojo gets crowded.“

“I’ve been in karate since I was 4 years old. I’ve learned many self defense mechanisms and have fun doing it. Sifu is a great instructor. He is patient, and willing to learn from others.“

“I really can't explain what the San Diego Fight Club has done for my family and myself. Charlie Kohler has really provided an environment to grow mentally and physically. The coaching staff is top notch! From Brandon Magana(Old Guard) to Nick Oliver(New Guard) and everybody in between, the coaching has always been enjoyable! Five of the six members of my family has trained on that mat including multiple siblings and cousins. I recommend jiu jitsu to everybody, especially San Diego Fight Club Jiu Jitsu!“

“I recently had a birthday party for my son here. The instructors were amazing and all of our guests had a great time. Stacey was great in communicating with me behind the scenes. Hosting parties can be stressful but having it at Impact Martial Arts made it stress free!“

“Great atmosphere! My kids and I have been training here for the past few months and we feel at home. Professor Julio is the owner and he is amazing! His teaching is thorough. He makes sure every single person is treated with respect and greeted as they walk in. The students that train there are very respectful and welcoming to new students as well. Coach Ro is one of a kind! She runs the women's class on Saturday mornings at 8:45 am and she makes the class so much fun with great instructions! My family and I have been welcomed by open arms by everyone there and we feel blessed to be a part of this great family owned gym.“

“I found HOD online and signed up for a free class. We have been there 4 months and it's one of the best decisions we have done for our 16 year old son. Mr. De La Rosa is a excellent instructor/teacher/guide. All of his principles are based on respect for others and oneself. I love the philosophy he teacher our son. The training is very rigorous but the reward is worth it. My son has lost weight, gained muscle and can defend himself should he ever need too. The biggest improvement in my son is that he has gained confidence physically and mentally.
Don't think about it anymore. Come and try the class and you'll see you're child flourish in all aspects of his life.“

“I really like this gym, now my children, 6 and 8 years old, like to go there. very convenient schedule for all available classes. train as much as you want, you don’t even have to come to classes but train yourself. cool coaching staff, very pleasant friendly atmosphere. Stop sitting at home, go and train. I recommend it to all my friends“

“Great teachers all around, had a great time. Offers great training and sometimes birthday events!“

“I love training under Sifu Jeramiah and learning his system. He’s learned from some of the best martial art legends, and it shows. He’s extremely knowledgeable in realistic street self defense and weapons tactics, and explains the science and history behind his teachings. These classes are awesome, I absolutely recommended checking it out“

“Master Brown runs a tight ship, but extends kindness and levity for all. His teachings build confidence, coordination and skillful abilities to his charges of all sizes and levels. You won't be disappointed.“

“Sam is a great teacher! My son has really enjoyed his tkd classes here. He has felt well supported, learned to defend himself and has developed more self-confidence.“

“Nancy and her team Alpha Force Krav Maga are awesome. They are great instructor and have years of training. If you are looking to get fit and in shape , If you are looking for a great place to training and family friendly, call or stop by and talk with Nancy and her team.“

“LOVE this establishment, highly recommend!PROs: Hands down the best choice for martial arts for kids in the area. Master Kenny and his colleagues are true professionals. They have the knowledge and attitude to keep kids attention non-stop while instilling the tenants of Tang Soo Do. My kid loves going to class and it's quite a show to watch. No matter the skill level, they give every child the same amount of attention, discipline, and respect. The very flexible class schedule is also supportive of family schedules. Looking forward to staying here for years to come!CONs: Parking is tough but otherwise this place rocks!“

“I've tried many martial arts studios across San Diego and this place offered the best variety of styles and techniques. The staff is very kind and down to Earth and genuinely care about their students. Great for all ages and body types.“

“San Diego Aikikai has been the institution to represent traditional Japanese style teaching of Aikido in San Diego. Aikido is a martial art and as such has a martial approach in it's philosophy, but one of the tenets is to seek ways to avoid conflict. This dojo and the instructors associated with it represent that philosophy as passed down from our principal instructors.“

“I cannot say enough about Master Moon and Mr. Danny. They are amazing instructors and seem to know just how far to push their students. I love the combination of seriousness and silliness. I'm excited to see my kids progress in their skills without the all too common burnout.“

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“We have seen our son grow from being shy and unfocussed to confident and disciplined through kickforce and he’s only 5. In addition to martial arts and self defense, the life skills and affirmations taught are invaluable. Highly recommend to at least give it a try!“

“Absolutely the best!! Incredibly passionate about their work with both children and adults, the team here is phenomenal. The give a discount for being a "founding member" so hopefully you didn't miss the chance. If you have a kid (or you yourself) want more self-defense, respect, compassion and discipline in your life - check out White Dragons. The founder, Basil "The White Dragon" Master has not only extensively studied over 10 martial arts styles, he has also tried and tested his experience in competition, fighting in the ring, cage, and the octagon, and in combat through his work in executive protection. The vibe is so positive and powerful. It can change your life.“

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“This place is great, my son has been going here for years, it was world tkd before the change of ownership. With Mac tkd coming in and new ownership under Grand master Yoon, it is being taken to the next level. Bringing in competition and sparring is awesome, excited for my son to compete. He expects a lot out of the kids, it's how it should be. Earning rank takes discipline and doesn't come for free. Kids are taught to work hard, show respect and appreciate the art.“

“After many years of internal training, in my experience, William (Bill/Sensei) Stegner has proven to be a superior Sensei and has taught me the art of learning IN GENERAL, regardless of your ideology, or religion/beliefs, or level of intellect and or capacity, he is honest about who he is and what his goals are, and ALWAYS cares for each and every one of his students. I have gone through many planes, which you may or may not reach in your martial arts journey, but I promise you, if your intentions are good, Bill will show you how to get where you are trying to go in the way that will endure. You will get out of this what you put in to it. He has studied many and most arts, especially weapons like spear. He's an officer-level cyberspace defense engineer that has meticulously broken down and interpreted many scripts from Japanese history and presents a succinct art that is legit AF. He will show you the deeper foundation of combat arts regarding body weight shifting, pain compliance, striking, and rolling in any direction! (you will be a human ball and feel nothing and make no sound if you are willing to put in the work, which is surprisingly useful haha. Thanks Bill, I will never forget your teachings!)“

“This dojo has the best kids/teen program in all of South Dakota. Strong karate with a legitimate lineage tracing back to Okinawa, Japan. I intend to enroll my child here as soon as they are able. The dojo has numerous trophies and metals that show they are incredibly disciplined.“