As a Karen, I take my reviews very seriously, and I truly only have positive things to say about…read moreOMA :) I've always wanted to try jiu-jitsu or some type of martial art, but as someone who is shy and has a difficult time stepping outside of my comfort zone, I put it off for years. When I finally decided to give OMA a try, I spoke with Jazmin, who has been kind and welcoming from the beginning. Her kindness helped ease so much of my anxiety and made the sign up process easy.Coach Chris also made a great first impression. He allowed me to attend a free jiu jitsu class, and I really enjoyed seeing his dynamic with the students. He explained the techniques in a way that were easy to understand, answered all of my questions, and took the time to explain the different programs they offer so I could find the right fit for me. He also let me try a boxing class, which was a great opportunity to experience more of what OMA has to offer. I decided to sign up for the five week jiu jitsu course, and I honestly can't recommend it enough! I worked with Coach Brandon, who is patient, knowledgeable, and easygoing. I really appreciate the level of detail he puts into teaching. He would demonstrate the techniques multiple times and make sure everyone felt comfortable and confident before we gave them a try. He was also incredibly patient whenever I needed extra help, which, let's be honest, was often. One thing I really appreciated was the way Coach Brandon corrected me when I wasn't doing something right. He would explain the proper technique, why it was important, the advantages of doing it correctly, and the disadvantages of the way I was doing it. That made everything much easier to understand and remember. As someone who was already nervous about trying something completely outside of my comfort zone, having a coach who is patient, encouraging, and willing to meet me where I was made a huge difference. Overall, everyone at OMA, staff, coaches and  students have been incredibly kind and welcoming. I'm genuinely grateful for the safe and supportive environment they've created.

Located right inside West Valley Mall in Tracy (next to Macy's), Open Mat Academy is a top-tier…read moremartial arts and recovery hub. The facility is clean, spacious, and extremely well-equipped. Seeing Professor Harold Cardona Jr. and Professor JR Cardona on the mats sets the tone immediately--incredible leadership, deep technical knowledge, and total respect. Training & Coaching The instruction here across all disciplines is world-class: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Legitimate Gracie Fighter lineage with exceptional instruction for all skill levels, from technical gi rolls to high-intensity competition training. Boxing & Striking: High-level coaching with dedicated boxing setups, heavy bags, and structured rounds. High-Intensity Training (HIT) & Strength: Full suite of functional fitness gear, leg presses, rowers, and cardio equipment for complete conditioning. Recovery Suite What really sets this academy apart is the focus on post-training recovery. Having access to a dedicated contrast therapy and recovery setup--including red light therapy, hot/cold plunge options, and a blue light sauna setup--is a huge game-changer for athletic longevity and reducing soreness between heavy training days. Verdict Whether you're looking for elite BJJ, sharp striking, serious conditioning, or active recovery under one roof, Open Mat Academy is second to none in the Central Valley. Highly recommended for practitioners of all levels.

This place is by far the MOST unethical place I've ever had the disservice of attending. I began…read moretaking jiu jitsu in September religiously, and the morals of the gym have steadily declined ever since. The owner sneakily switched and canceled class times without talking to clients (3 times in 2 weeks), brought in unqualified coaches who are known to have poor reputations around the community, AND failed to tell the jiu jitsu instructor that class times were canceled/changed - leaving both students and parents confused and frustrated on the status of the classes they invest hundreds of dollars to take on a monthly basis. Once I was made privy to these changes, I took the liberty to take my frustrations to the owner's father, Kent, who runs the front desk. I explained that I felt that his business practices were unprofessional and unethical and he proceeded to raise his voice and verbally attack me in front of his paying customers. I highly discourage anyone from even considering attending this place. They run a poor business and don't value their students or the people that work for them.

I can no longer support this place. They have completely changed their entire program and moved…read moreaway from being about martial arts mentality. There is no respect or loyalty with their clients or instructors. Without warning or discussion they eliminated my jiu-jitsu program and eliminated the boxing program. They brought in some shady guy who has burned several other gyms in Stockton, Concord, and San Jose to run a striking program. The martial arts community is small and this Tony guy they now have is not trustworthy. I am now training with Darcio Lira Jiu-jitsu in Livermore and would strongly encourage anyone reading this to not trust this place. You are not respected here as a client and you will not be respected here as an instructor.

This is definitely the place to be. I love the family-oriented atmosphere, and the jiu-jitsu…read moreprogram is excellent. We've tried other dojos, but we came back because of the quality of the training and the strong focus on safety. Training can be challenging at times, but the kids truly enjoy it and everyone is very welcoming. I really appreciate that the students are taught to help and take care of new students. It sets a great example and teaches respect instead of bullying.

My 8 yr old daughter has been training here for 3 years. We love Darcio Lira for it's friendly…read morefamily orientated atmosphere, the quality of the training sessions and the care, detail and heart the Sensei and instructors pour into these kids. This dojo also learns more on the traditional side of jiu-jitsu where the kids learn the Japanese terms for the moves, the history of jiu-jitsu and "the way of the samurai" philosophy. Stripe ceremonies are done twice a year and are not only based on quality/frequency spent on in class, but dedication, discipline, respect, plus good character on AND off the mat and more. At Darcio Lira, you truly EARN your stripe and your belt. They also take life skills and character-building seriously (like how to handle disagreements, respect at home/for others, self-respect, saftey in public, etc). It's a great place and we are very greatful to be a part of the Darcio Lira family. My daughter has turned into a very confident, technical and competent fighter.

The respect and the way they train people is amazing. They're very patient even with older people…read more It's a great place to work out and feel good about it.

Great class, awesome trainers & coaches! Learned alot about the fundamentals of striking, movement,…read moreshoulder/leg positioning. The coaches here are awesome at what they do!!

Great workout great coach. I was only able to do a trial class and if my money was different I'd be…read moreenrolled rn

This place has a dedicated staff. I see that the people who do go for their fitness program are…read morehaving fun and having a good time becoming fit. I only took a star off because its a bit on the expensive side for someone like me. There are plenty of folks out there who could use the dedication and motivation this owner and his staff provides, and for them, the price will be well worth it.

Our kids have been training Juijitsu here for the past 3 years.  Large, clean, family friendly…read morefacility with great coaches.

This place is amazing! Fabiano welcomed us with a tour and went over the different classes they…read moreoffer. We took advantage of the first free sessions they offer. We ended up joining with a monthly membership and feel it is affordable as we are regular paycheck to paycheck people. This place is very clean and everyone is so friendly!!! It is a very different experience for me compared to other gyms or classes I have been in. It has been life changing for me to feel accepted and supported as I am in NO WAY an athlete or "in shape" person. I have felt nothing but support and kindness. It has been very positive for my 11yo son as well!!! Arena training center truly has a family vibe! You walk in and you are welcomed. I highly recommend anyone at any age or stage in life look into the Arena training center. It has so much to offer!!!

Our entire family loves this gym. It's clean, the staff / trainers are knowledgeable and…read morepersonable, and most importantly for us, our kids really enjoy it too. We had been looking for a safe place to learn and appreciate fitness and martial arts together as a family, and this gym is perfect. If we're not on the mat, we enjoy strength training in the gym. I'm extremely excited to see the growth in confidence and discipline we've all built here. If you want to learn some fighting skills or just get in some great workouts, come here! Thank you SO MUCH to all the coaches and staff!!

I'm being truthful when I say this, I've been to multiple gyms in and around the Bay Area and I…read morehave never been to a gym that was more welcoming than the resistance. This is EXACTLY what everybody should look for in a gym. Not only is the training top tier but the students and coaches, no matter what, are always there to lift you up and strengthen your weaknesses. There is such an overwhelming feeling of positivity that I have never seen in any other gym. I was definitely very nervous stepping in on my first day but as soon as everybody started introducing themselves that feeling was replaced with the excitement to train with everybody there. I don't know how they did it but every person I've met who trains here just keeps me wanting to come back better than I was last class. if you are hesitant on what gym to pick please listen to me and just give the resistance a try, I promise you won't regret it.

A real gym for boxing and training! Go at your kids own speed, don't make you do what you're not…read moreready for, great team atmosphere for an individual sport!

I was looking to start back into muay thai after a double concussion but wanted to start back…read moreslowly and would need to work slowly. The guy at the front desk was super unwelcoming. "that's something youll have to figure out with your partner" .... But I don't have a partner..... for every question it was giving go figure it out some place else bye energy. Didn't even try to offer some potential solutions that could be helpful.

We came in as potential clients for the youth classes and we were shocked how disorganized the…read moreclasses were. There was no seemingly structure. I think there are too many kids with different status (beginner vs advanced) and age ranges 4-16. When they broke into drills there was an instructor showing the 6 (ish) year olds the drill and then walked over to the older kids with another instructor. I was baffled. How do you leave little ones to do a partnered hitting drill by themselves? There were 5-6 instructors but they seemed to talk amongst themselves and not demonstrate or monitor the kids. Sandy stated they have students completing their degrees, who need hours coaching. So basically, volunteers who don't care. I'll keep my money. They need to reevaluate their business model and hire dedicated coaches.