As a mom, I feel deeply disappointed and misled by Cage Combat Academy. When we joined, we were made to believe in many opportunities for our kids to compete in tournaments and grow in their jiujitsu journey. My children waited patiently for years--FOUR years--holding onto those promises, but they turned out to be empty. The owner, Alex, is a gifted coach on the mat. But unfortunately, he was the very person who made false promises about growth and competition opportunities. When I showed up to one of these "intended" opportunities (that never materialized), he spoke to me in an aggressive and disrespectful way right in front of my children. I was shaken, I had respected him and the gym so much. I seen him hurt other families but I never thought he would come for us since we were so freaking loyal. My husband went back two days later to address it directly. He told Alex clearly: (1) Do not ever speak to my wife like that again, and (2) We finally see that the opportunities we were promised will never come, so after years of loyalty, we are leaving. Alex seemed way more respectful to my husband and even wanted to work things out. The reality is that Cage Combat only participates in a handful of very small tournaments each year--sometimes just 4 total--and most often there wasn't even competition in my kids' brackets because they were tiny unworthy tournaments. My children were ready for more, eager to grow, and deserved the chance to test themselves, but it was simply not allowed. After my husband spoke up, I had a meeting with Rosalie. That three-hour conversation was one of the most uncomfortable experiences of my life. She dominated the entire discussion with negativity, spoke poorly about nearly every one of my friends / members from the gym, and even made disparaging remarks about my daughter exploring another gym. Worst of all, after we decided to move on, she spread rumors about my 14-year-old daughter (and other teens) a girl who had given her whole heart, sweat, and loyalty to this gym. To hear from at least 20 different people that she was the subject of Rosalies gossip was beyond disgusting. I think she did it to try and save face& blame us for the falling out. But those that took a peak in to the truth seen through her scandalous ways. I texted Rosalie directly, asking her not to ever speak about my family again, but she continued and even escalated to salacious slander about other members!!!! It was beyond disgusting what she said and I wont dare mention it on the internet. I consulted an attorney over the situation and they agreed that Rosalie& Alex plus some of their staff (Jacky according to Rosalies statements) were in fact committing defamation. Ultimately, I chose to move forward and not look back at their cowardice ways. I enrolled my children at a new gym across the bridge. Since leaving, the opportunities have been absolutely incredible--far beyond what we were told was possible. I thank God for lifting the veil so my kids could have the opportunities and support they have now. Looking back, I realize I stayed too long because of misplaced loyalty and because I wanted to believe in them. But the truth is, this gym operates with a cult-like manipulation that blinds you until you finally step away. I can go on for hours of the many many incidences but I will just end saying to look at the facts; both Alex and Rosalie have very volatile relationships or zero relationships with our local likeminded community and their own families! I am writing this months later because I believe it may answer some questions that other members may be dealing with themselves. If that is you, you are not crazy and I hope this helps!!! My advice to other parents: if your children want real opportunities to grow, compete, and be supported in a healthy environment, look elsewhere. read more

Our 8 yo boys started attending Cage Combat a few months ago and they as well as we, couldn't be happier!! The coaches are amazing and attentive not only to the class but to each individual. And a huge plus is that this gym always looks and smells clean! We definitely recommend Cage Combat Academy for children and adults! read more

I don't normally leave reviews, but I feel it's important to share my experience for families considering this gym. My family was involved here for five years, during which we experienced numerous concerning issues with the owners and overall environment. The atmosphere has consistently been unprofessional. The owners, Alex and Rosalie, often spoke negatively about staff and members, creating division among families instead of fostering a supportive community. At times, it felt more like a "cult-like" environment than a positive place for children to train. One of the most troubling experiences was when Rosalie spread a harmful rumor about my family. When confronted, she shifted blame on members in the gym and changed her story multiple times rather than taking responsibility. We also experienced poor organization and dismissive behavior. Before a major tournament in Las Vegas, we repeatedly asked about the required uniforms, only to receive conflicting answers and delays. When we voiced concern about the timing, we were labeled as "throwing a fit" instead of receiving professional communication and support. As a parent, I was most disappointed in how my children were treated. When they began wrestling outside the gym to strengthen their skills and prepare for school sports, Alex would corner, bully and pressure my kids, making them feel guilty rather than encouraged. This kind of behavior has been harmful to my young athletes who should be supported in their growth. Skill advancement also appeared tied more to financial gain than true readiness. My children were promoted to yellow belts despite not being prepared, which became painfully clear in tournaments where they were put at risk. Not to mention, we could ONLY go to the tournaments the gym told us to go to, which was only about 4 small tournaments per year. Thus making brackets so small, my kids never had anyone to compete against, giving them lack of training experience. Safety and development should never take a back seat to profit. There were also frequent hidden costs, mandatory purchases, and obvious favoritism toward families who spent the most money. Those who did not were treated very differently. In addition, I had only boys train at this gym & I observed a lack of genuine support for female athletes, which was especially disappointing. Overall, the gym prioritized profit and control over professionalism, fairness, and the well-being of its students. Instead of feeling encouraged and inspired, my family often felt manipulated and discouraged. This is not what a martial arts community should represent. read more

We absolutely love cage combat acadamy! As soon as you walk in the door you're greeted with a smile from Jacky who is amazing! She is seriously so nice, helpful and on top of everything. You'll notice right away that the gym and equipment is new and constantly cleaned and sanitized. They're also currently in the process of expanding and we can't wait to see the new additions to the gym. All the coaches are legit studs and their knowledge is second to none. The head coach Alex is a UFC vet and his assistant coaches Dylan and Mike both double champs in their weight classes. If you're serious about training and getting in shape this is the place. We've been training at cage combat acadamy for the past 4 years and have no plans on stopping. I've lost 40 pounds my son has medaled at multiple tournaments and next year my daughter will be joining as well. All around we couldn't be happier we joined. Long story short if you're looking for a serious gym that treats you like family then look no further. See you on the mats. read more

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I was 12 at the time and now I am 13 Absolutely Horrible Experience -- Unsafe and Full of Favoritism This place was a nightmare. They would constantly pair me with people four times my size -- grown kids who would literally sit on me until I couldn't breathe. I would tap over and over, but they wouldn't get off of me. My mom would have to step in and tell the coaches, "She's tapping, get them off of her!" and they would just ignore her. They didn't care at all about safety. There was so much favoritism that the rules didn't matter. Even after I begged them not to pair me with those same people, they kept doing it anyway. They said, "You have to learn if you're going to be in BJJ." I'm a child -- safety should come first! They even told my mom that private lessons would fix it. How are private lessons supposed to help me move someone four times my size off of me? That's not learning -- that's dangerous. One time, a girl put me in an arm bar right after I had just gotten my cast off. The coaches were watching. I tapped and she kept going -- and they still didn't stop her. They knew I was injured and told her to go easy, but they let it happen anyway. Alex and Rosalie made it worse. They were already spreading lies about my mom and dad, and it was obvious they told the coaches to look the other way whenever I was on the mat. This place does not care about kids, safety, or fairness. It's full of favoritism, lies, and negligence. If you care about your child's well-being, stay far away from this place. read more

We've been with Cage Combat for over four years now, and I can't speak highly enough about the positive impact it has had on our lives, especially my son, Noah. The setting at this gym is fantastic - it's clean, well-organized, and the atmosphere is always welcoming. What truly setsCage Combat apart is the dedication and attention from the coaches. Each class has multiple coaches on the mats, ensuring that every child gets the instruction they need. The ratio of coaches to students is excellent, allowing for personalized attention and guidance. The coaches take the time to thoroughly teach each technique, ensuring that the kids understand and can apply what they've learned. The care and encouragement the coaches provide have been crucial for Noah's development. Not only have they helped him improve his Jiu-Jitsu skills tremendously, but they've also served as incredible role models. The coaches truly care about their students' growth, both on and off the mats. We are eternally grateful to the entire staff at Cage Combat. The experience our family has had here has been nothing short of amazing. If you're looking for a supportive, high-quality Jiu-Jitsu gym for your child, I always recommend Cage Combat because I want you to succeed. It's been perfect for our son, and I'm confident it will be for your family as well. Thank you,Cage Combat team, for everything you do! Lawrence family read more

Cage Combat Academy - Building the next generation - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Victorville, California

I heard about this academy from a good friend and the staff and coaches are the best!!! Great place to learn from 3 Coaches who compete and are known in MMA and BJJ. All coaches take the time to work with you in every thing you learn and come alongside you to help you become better each day. I would recommend to anyone looking to start in either art to come and find out from Jacky, the friendly receptionist, why Alex and all the coaches here are considered the best on and off the mats and octagon!!!! read more

Cage Combat has been an enormous blessing to our family for the last 4 years. As a homeschooling family, our energetic and rambunctious son needed an outlet to express his athletic ability; and CCA has been the perfect fit. Their clean facility, family friendly environment and professional coaching staff, keeps us with them for the long haul. I highly recommend this gym. read more

Cage Combat Academy - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Victorville, California

I wouldn't recommend. Definitely not a family gym unless Alex favors your child. Pays monthly dues and they go on vacation for a week closing the gym. It's all about money with this gym. If your opinion is different then the gym they treat your child different and kick them out of the gym. Paid alot of money for a tournament and half way threw the fight Alex seen one of his favorites across the mats competing and decided to pay attention to that match rather than finishing coaching my sons match. You pay for the other coaches to whisper during a tournament. read more

Great place for the whole family to join . My kids pre-teens and teens love it and are exited to come to class every day ! They get so much out of these self defense classes! The coaches are great with kids and teens ! Family owned as well ! read more

Hands down the best place to train for kids and adults. Their trainers and receptionist are exceptional. They are very friendly and make it enjoyable for my son to train. We as a family love going to Cage Combat, it's definitely our home away from home. The gym is always top notch and I feel at ease taking my son knowing they take all the necessary precautions to keep the gym clean. My son's behavior has improved dramatically. Him knowing he can earn an "accountability" stripe to add to his belt every Wednesday really helps keep him on his best behavior. He looks up to his coaches and strives to be his best at all times. The positive reinforcement he gets from the coaches make his day. They correct him when needed but never in a mean way and I really appreciate that. My son completed in his very first wrestling tournament this year in San Diego. The tournament is called Naga and let me tell you the experience was amazing thanks to the coaches. They helped my son improve so much in his wrestling skills in such a short time that he placed 1st and 2nd in two different categories. Cage Combat also has boxing and Jiu Jitsu, which is also so much fun for not only my son, but also for us as parents to watch him advance in so many different skills each class teaches. If your looking for a positive, family driven gym there is no better place than with Coach Alex and Rosalie from Cage Combat. They go above and beyond for their students and I couldn't be more grateful for them! Can't wait to see all your new, faces trust me you won't regret it!! read more

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Update 2018 3+ years now my son now 18 and still learning something new every time, he has lost close to 70lBs. It's been incredible what Alex has done with him and the positive attitude not just with MMA but in all his life aspects. great coach, great person can't wait to see the day "Executioner" is crowned champion in UFC!! 2015 Alex is absolute great coach, allot of these guys open studios like this sign you up then most of the times they have their top students teaching the class instead, my son has been going there a few months now and Alex is always the one teaching the class even when he's training for a fight himself and he's great with taking his one on one time with the students to make sure they're doing everything correctly, he keeps the students motivated and wanting to come back he's all about positive attitude highly recommended. read more

Cage Combat Academy - teen Muay Thai class - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Victorville, California

WARNING!!!!!!! They just want your money, I signed the contract, and we ended up moving like a week after i signed the contract, my daughter never attended a class and they still want me to pay 3 months worth, they said if I don't pay they will send my account to collections. THEY ARE MONEY HUNGRY. read more

This spot seems way to pricey for the training provided. I walked in to see if I could get a free class or training session in just to try it out. They scheduled me but never really gave me a call or anything. It would have been nice to get a tour or to speak with someone about what they had to offer. I watched a class and it seemed fun but a little bit unorganized sort of like a cluster f.. I wouldn't want to fight anyone lol but I would like to train somewhere in the Desert from time to time. I ran in to some dudes who go here but they really seemed sort of cocky about their skills and it didn't seem honorable anyhow I will revisit the next time I travel to Vegas... read more

Just started training MMA here . All I can say it's the best spot to go train. Coach Alex and his helpers are are really cool and friendly . The best part is that they teach you the moves till you get them right . I've already learn several moves with just being 2 weeks in there . read more

Couldn't have asked for better coaches for my son. Thanks to Coach Alex and Coach Mike my son is learning confidence, discipline, respect, and many other developmental qualities. Thank you!! read more

Cage Combat Academy - Awesome prizes :D Thanks CCA! - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Victorville, California

This place is a release for kids. They get to learn a very useful sport, yes. But they also get to be upset and be heard. They get to celebrate their victories. They get to evolve as good people. They get to put in the work. They get to learn life skills. This is all thanks to the great team work they have created. The coaches put their hearts into it. The kids, follow in suit. My kids have many good days and few bad days. Either way, we; the coaches, my kids, and myself and husband, are in it together. We came for the sport, we stayed for the people. read more

Alex "The Executioner" Reyes is one of the best coaches in the HD. He teaches your child how to be a positive athlete on and off the mats. He gives 100% to each class. The teaching here has helped my boys grow in the sport of Brazilian Jiujitsu. They love here! There's a class for everyone. read more

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Well Mr.Alex Reyes is a great coach explains everything in detail when it comes to jiu jitsu an striking...focuses on makin his student's achieve their goals.A very positive environment great for kids an adults men n women. read more

Cage Combat Academy - No gi class... - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Near Me - Victorville, California

I want to thank Casey Frizzo for the information between marital art and mma/ marital art my girls will be getting when I sign them up. The cage combat academy is a wonderful family like establishment that treat everyone like family. I would recommend them to anyone who have kids with low self esteem and who is very shy or even hypertension. read more

My 4 year old daughter was being bullied in TK and her dad and I wanted her to build confidence in herself and learn self defense . We had heard good things about Cage Combat and decided to enroll her . I cannot day enough good things about Coach Alex, coach Jeremy , and everyone else at Cage Combat . They are all so patient and encouraging to our kiddos and really care about them . They provided daily zoom classes during the pandemic , had weekly 1:1 zoom meetings with all the kids to make sure they were maintaining good behaviors at home and were mentally and emotionally okay . Coach alex had weekly challenges the kids could do to earn a prize . He even drove around the desert all day to leave prizes on our porches ! My daughter was thrilled . Cage Combat went out of their way to help our kids get through such a weird and isolated time and I truly appreciate all of it . If you are looking for a great gym that will teach your kids martial arts, respect , discipline, and where they will feel like part of a family then I cannot recommend Cage Combat enough . read more

Ive been training for over 10 years and Cage Combat Academy is where I made my home for the last 4years. They are truly professional, understanding, and passionate about helping people better there lives. The gym is spotless, mats and equipment are cleaned daily. The coaches are amazing and extremely accommodating. If ONE bad review shows you anything its that some people dont know how to deal with situations like adults and would rather throw a temper tantrum than resolve issues face to face. Keep up the amazing work Cage Combat the High Desert is lucky to have you. read more

We signed up one of our boys not knowing how he was going to like it. 3 years later and he is doing amazing. Not only had he learned the art of Jit-jitsu but he has been taught self control, self discipline, confidence, and respect. About a year into training he decided to do tournaments. He absolutely has a blast doing them. Coach always tells them to do their best and respect the opponent. Coach Alex has a very calm and respectful way when working with children. The smiles on the kids faces while they are in class lets you know how much they enjoy him. Coach Jeremy, Dylan, Scott, and Albert work amazing with the children as well. When we first joined the gym I was absolutley amazed at how clean and sanitized the facility is. They take pride in their business and it shows. The owners, Alex and Rosalie, have treated us like family from day 1. I can not say enough positives about Cage Combat. We definitely have made tons of good memories because of them and took forward to many more. read more

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Don't even know where to begin, Cage Combat has been home to my family since Coach Alex has opened his doors to the High Desert. My 13 year old has been attending and has learned skills, technique, motivation and so much more. Coach Alex is an amamazing instructor. The gym is very clean , we'll maintained environment with polite staff that meets all our needs. This past August my son attend his first NAGA tournament in Vegas and brought home a1st place sword in GI. With Coach Alex right in his corner. Ive attended his womans kickboxing class and I must say it's a great workout. This gym never disappoint's always on top of thing's and I would recommend it to anyone kid's or adults. read more

I love this gym! I signed my 6 year old son up who's never been in any sports before this. And hes loved it since day 1. The coaches are so patient and encouraging! Some say the owners are money hungry but when you break it down and SOOO worth it! We love our gym and will continue to rave about it to everyone we know! read more

Coach Alex and coach Mike are very involved with the kids it's a very positive atmosphere and after being there for a little while everyone is like family. read more

Cage Combat Academy will challenge you no matter what age or level you are at. This is an excellent gym for our 3 year old because the CCA team truly cares about their students! The coaches are outstanding and take pride in motivating your child to excel. They ensure that classes are both fun and exciting for the 4-7 year olds. Additionally, they are very patient and attentive with this age group. Our child is constantly learning: new skills, knowledge, and discipline. But most importantly, he is learning respect. I absolutely recommend Cage Combat Academy to anyone looking to learn martial arts, you will not be disappointed! read more

I love the environment at Cage Combat Academy. It is family as well as fighter friendly. Whether your kids want to compete or just have fun, this is a gym-team that caters to the community and it's needs. Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional staff. I highly recommend. read more

My very first experience in the woman's kickboxing class I thought to myself, is this legal, as the workout is pretty high intensity. Coach Alex does keep the women motivated as well as showing you the step by step instruction and explaining the benefit of each move. He also mixes up the workouts every night so your never bored doing the same thing all the time, like you might find elsewhere. I have always done some kind of workout since the age of 15 and here 30+ yrs later this by far is the absolutely best I've found. I've now moved out of state and certainly miss the cage. read more

Came in here 3 years ago with 0 training in any martial art. Fell in love with the sport and with everyone here. Got to compete and still get to compete under Alex with the best preparation. Friendly and family environment. Coach Alex is extremely patient with everyone and has great technique. read more

BEWARE- THE MOST UNPROFESSIONAL GYM. Thieves! Back in Feb a sales rep lied directly to me about pricing and service. I reached out to the owner for 3 consecutive days before getting a call back! In the meantime, I contacted Chase and filed a claim for fraud. I had never seen, signed a contract, or stepped foot into Cage Combat- all our dealing was over the phone while I was at work. THIS MORNING I woke up to HUNDREDS deducted from my checking account from CAGE COMBAT. I immediately called them- no answer- LVM. According to the hours on YELP AND FB they are open! LIARS AND THIEVES- My escalation team informed me, they tried to recollect from the original claim knowing they provided a forged signature. All of this is happening MONTHS after the owner called me to apologize and directly said, " I wish you would have come to me before filing a claim I would have cut you a check". I'm filing a complaint now with the FCC, Attorney General, BBB and every social media outlet(Yelp, Google, YP, etc) as a warning to others! DO NOT TRUST THIS PLACE! read more

I was a little disappointed with the level of business profession here at Cage Combat. I was picking up my grandson after his session ( I only do this when his mother or father can not ) and I observed a lady, whom seemed to be a staff member, scolding and arguing with a kid quite loudly in the back of the facility. Now I'm not a business owner nor am I educated in the training of respect and discipline within Martial Arts, but found this incident to be very unprofessional and not in the best of means to help structure a child's foundation for discipline. And especially seeing a grown woman arguing with a child. I asked my daughter about the environment of this facility and my grandson always has a story to tell her of the problems in this place. He loves his classmates and his coach is always helping him improve and he is learning a lot. He has a great time every day that he practices. I'm just not sure this place is a good environment for my grandson but we are willing to observe and see if it gets any better. read more

When I first went to Cage Combat I noticed the quality teaching being given. I knew instantly this was the place for me and signed up. Cage Combat provides a family atmosphere where we can all go. My kids love going as much as I do. I highly recommend visiting Cage Combat. See for yourself and make it your second home. read more