I cannot say enough about this karate dojo! My daughter has been going since she was 4 years old…read moreand is 11. She is advancing through her belts the way a real proper dojo should. They have to go through test, show an understanding of honor, respect and fortitude. The school does not promise to advance your child to blackbelt in a few short years if you sign up for their membership. It's impressive to see the longevity of students who have stayed with this amazing school. I cannot say enough about the sensai/teachers. They are the absolute best I have seen in training, support, kindness, respect and all without humiliating or screaming at your child. They hold the students accountable for their actions with wisdom and explanations. I actually have put off the thought of moving from the area just to keep my daughter in this facility. I have also taken the kickboxing classes myself to get in physical shape for my job and I dropped 30lbs in 2 months! I've grown to love the staff and the familiar faces that I've watched grow up here. They take the classes seriously, but have this incredible way of adding humor and fun and adjusting the levels of seriousness to the proper age groups. The little kids love the staff, and learn about respecting them and each other as well as their parents. I highly recommend coming and at least trying one class, whether it's for your child or even yourself in one of the adult classes. Best decision I've made for my young child to show her what it is to stick with a good program through her life and earn rewards, (advancing a belt), and to continue even when tired, (like after volleyball practice). I would give them a 100 stars if I could for what they've done so far.

AWESOME! The instructors, the space, the kids are all great. The program promotes self…read more improvement, integrity and fun. Kicking boxing for adults is also great!

As a beginner, I've had an incredible experience at Monterey Martial Arts so far. I found the…read morecohort that Michael has organized to be very welcoming, very compassionate, and very dedicated to practice. I received helpful guidance during my sessions. And although they were intense and challenging, I felt safe and energized. I'm looking forward to gaining empowerment, strength, and toughness. IMO this is an awesome place and well worth your time.

For almost 2 1/2 years, my kids (now 8 and 11) have been attending class twice weekly here with…read moretheir teacher Michael Yerzy. As a teacher myself for many years, I highly respect Shifu Yerzy's passionate and consistent approach to instruction. The students learn self defense to last a lifetime, exercise routines and stretching techniques to last a lifetime. And at the foundation Shifu Yerzy teaches an honorable and moral approach to physical training which will prepare my kids to stay safe and protect loved ones. Every class ends with a reminder "We are here to learn, not to fight." It's been a positive and rewarding experience for my family and many others!

So glad we found this dojo. Sensei is the best and he builds great rapport with his students. My…read moredaughter is a little shy but the kids are welcoming and the parents are also just as kind. 10 out of 10. I just hope that Sensei doesn't retire anytime soon so she can train under him for years to come.

It's for children mostly and the instructors r not professional…read more Spent three months there and didn't learn anything because of drama between instructors and students

We were looking for an extracurricular activity for our two boys (ages 9 and 6) but were having…read moretrouble finding something that they really took to. They don't do well with someone yelling in their face and they're not big on sports. After asking around, we were recommended Mr. Sells Martial Arts. It's so nice that he offers a free, no commitment, one week trial to really see if the kid(s) enjoy the classes. After a week, our boys were hooked and look forward to attending every afternoon. Mr. Sells is so patient and knows his stuff. All the kids respect him and you can tell they all WANT to be there, they're not forced to be there. Mr. Sells will teach your child all things karate, but also sprinkles in some valuable life lessons with each class. None of that toxic masculinity stuff! Pricing is reasonable especially for how flexible the time/classes are. There's always going to be a class that fits your schedule and he doesn't make you feel bad if you miss one. I HIGHLY recommend this to everyone, but even more so if you have a timid/introverted kiddo. Try to get there a little early if you have questions, or call and leave a message, because classes start timely and he is busy with the kids once 3pm hits.

So patient and kind wonderful place for my granddaughter to learn martial arts. Outstanding place.read more

We came in for my son's trial class and I was so impressed! I was expecting a basic class teaching…read morekarate moves, but I was pleasantly surprised to see discipline, respect and consequences being taught as well! We definitely plan on enrolling our son!

This review is well over due! Basically, I did Taekwondo as a kid and wanted my kids to get the…read morediscipline and self confidence I acquired practicing martial arts. After doing our research and asking around, Maq Pack came highly recommended. Our kids have been going here for some time now and from day one they far exceed any expectations I had. The instructor has found the perfect balance of strict discipline for respect and tradition while being fun and approachable. ALL the kids seem to have a lot of respect for what they're doing and take it serious but at the same time they have a ton of fun and can't wait to go to class. Their pricing is affordable and extremely competitive. They even have trial classes so you can give them a try before signing your kids up. AND! Maq Pack has some really cool camps and special events. One of which is Parent's Night Out. They take the kids (usually on Saturday nights) and play games, have Nerf battles and watch movies so the parents can have a night out. No exaggeration, their last Parent's Night Out was possibly our kids' highlight of the year. They had an insane amount of fun. Not to mention my wife and I were able to out for a nice dinner. In addition to the kids classes, they have adult Taekwondo and kick boxing classes in the evening. My wife and I have started both classes and love it. It's a great way to get a workout and have fun. My wife is really enjoying the self defense aspect of it and we both love the exercise. If you're exploring the idea of putting your kids in some sort of martial art or maybe you want to do Taekwondo or kick boxing. I highly recommend doing their trial class and I'm confident you'll see what I see!

My two sons, ages 9 and 7, have been training at Stanford's for three years now, and they love it!…read moreThe instructors have a wonderful gift for balancing firm discipline with genuine warmth and respect, creating an environment where kids feel both challenged and supported. The learning never feels like a chore -- there's always time for a game or a laugh and that keeps my kids coming back. The values being instilled here go far beyond karate. I hope my sons will be lifelong students.

They helped my 5 year old son even when he was having a tough time. They do this by having enough…read morestaff for all the kids. Instead of 1 teacher it's like 4 teachers for the kids. We are moving away but hopefully we can find another great place like this.

I have been in this studio for over 5 years and I am soon going to test for my balckbelt! The…read moreinstructors in the Studio have alot of patience and have many events to make us happy ! They have many ways how to teach us in a disciplined but fun way always! I highly recommend this studio all kids here are amazing !

I have been going here for 6 years now and got my black belt.this is a fun and great way to…read morediscipline your child or you every age group is invited to this awesome martial arts school.i personal have a good and positive view of this school,everyone is treated like family.

All three of our children started their journey with Full Circle at 5 years of age. We could not be…read morehappier with the quality of instruction, discipline, and coaching they've received by KJN and her black belt student instructors. She is incredibly patient with a diverse group of children. KJN has a wonderful ability to teach. She makes the learning environment fun and enjoyable, while maintaining a consistent structure and discipline. If you're looking for a martial arts discipline for your child, our family HIGHLY recommends Full Circle.

Absolutely the best experience ever! We have been going since 2021. The quality of hands-on…read moreexpertise each student receives in 2nd to none. FCMA has truly been a blessing for our son. In addition to Learning Taekwondo, you also learn Muay Thai Kick Boxing, Eskrima, Jujitsu, and Self Defense. It is a family like atmosphere; all parents and kids are very encouraging of each other. Stop by and check it out!

I've been training here for over 3 years, having switched from another local martial arts studio…read more(that has since gone out of business). KJN Mark Preader is the most respectful and patient martial arts instructor that I have known. Very giving of his time, talents and skills. Owning a Martial Arts Studio is a labor of love - one does not do it for the money! We love the family atmosphere, weekend events & team building. Great for kids with self-esteem or confidence issues, or mild learning disabilities.

Our family's experience with the Enterprise Academy of Martial Arts has been incredible. Our…read moredaughter first started in the fall of 2019 after we had seen their display at the local harvest festival. Soon after she started, the school moved into its new location and during the Grand Opening celebration, I got swept up in the excitement and decided to join my daughter in training. It's been one of the best decisions I've ever made. We have both gotten stronger and more confident over the course of the past two years and look forward to continuing our martial arts journey.