Fantastic course with David and the crew. The lectures were engaging, humorous, and interesting…read more There was a lot of information, but my wife and I were able to assimilate everything needed to successfully pass the written test and do well at the range. Excellent, excellent, excellent! Are you shopping for a Basic Pistol Class or advance training? 5 & 7 is the only choice. My son has taken three different courses while my wife and I took this one. Now the majority of my family has been taught by this establishment's professional and experienced instructors. I have nothing but good things to say. Well worth every penny and minute.

My brother and I took the Basic Pistol Safety Course. David & Joey we're the instructors that…read moreinstructed the course. David & Joey we're very professional, friendly and funny! There were 2 parts to the Basic Pistol Safety Course. There was classroom time and range time. David and Joey was very thorough with the information that they taught during the classroom time. They did so good that it made everyone feel confident that they can pass the test at the end of the classroom time and everyone did pass! David and Joey was also very good instructors during the range time. We were able to shoot at different distances. During the shooting, we were able to pick and choose which pistol we want to shoot. I was very pleased that they had a Glock 19 because that is the pistol that I'm looking to get in the future and was glad that I was able to get a feel for it. Overall, I would definitely recommend them if you're looking to get into firearms! I'm for sure taking my daughter to them in the future when she gets a little older!

Great gym that covers all aspects of fighting. Coach Desi, Moku, and Brandon are all high-level…read moreinstructors with competition experience that have a deep knowledge in every aspect of Martial Arts. They've helped me tremendously not only on, but off the mats aswell and bring the best out of me. Classes are open to all ages, facility is very neat and organized. Great people that create a great environment to train in. Wouldn't wanna train anywhere else

Very knowledgeable and friendly should give it a try…read more Everyone that trains there is also nice

United BJJ Hawaii is a phenomenal place to begin or continue your jujitsu journey. I became…read moreacquainted with the owners, legendary Professors Bruno and Angela Pucci, during their process of becoming an affiliated We Defy Foundation gym. From the meet and greet, I was hooked on their gym dynamic--a welcoming gym full of experienced individuals working together to progress in the art form. Classes are well-structured with lessons followed by live roll applications. The coaches at the gym are very involved, and it shows through the positive learning environment their gym has. I travel a lot for work, which provides the opportunity to visit many gyms. Though I am still very junior in BJJ, this is by far my favorite gym to train at! 10/10 this places goes above and beyond.

As a family with little to no experience with combat sports, we weren't sure what to expect when we…read morejoined United BJJ, but the coaches made us feel comfortable from the start. My children love training here--they've made great friends and gained valuable skills in Jiu-Jitsu. Beyond technique, they've developed confidence, respect, improved concentration, and learned self-control, discipline, and perseverance--skills that will last a lifetime. The way the coaches teach is exceptional. They explain techniques in a way that is easy for children to understand, making each lesson fun and engaging. This has helped my kids grasp the fundamentals quickly while enjoying the learning process. A few months ago my children participated in their first tournament, and Coach Maraya went above and beyond to support and encourage them, making the experience truly memorable. This type of dedication from the coaches is what makes this academy so special. Additionally, the convenience of the location is a huge plus. There's plenty of parking, and the academy is inside a 24-hour fitness facility, which means I can get my own workout in while my kids are training. We're grateful to be part of this community and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a positive, family-friendly environment to learn BJJ.

Had the privilege of visiting this location in Waipahu. Awesome vibes! The owner, Linda, sat with…read moremy wife and I and talked about their progression and philosophy. Really felt warm, inviting, and structured. The night I went had a good mix of weight classes and skill level.

Amazing experience at Waipahu. Aunty Linda was very welcoming and informative as it was my first…read moretime visiting and watching my goddaughter play and receive her promotion. My goddaughter is flourishing and constantly growing at this location. Her instructors here provide a structure that encourages her to continuously grow. She came from a gym where she remained stagnant even though a substantial amount of time had passed. I'm truly grateful to every instructor at Waipahu for creating such a welcoming and nurturing space for my Honey to learn, grow, and be healthy and happy!

I was on island for a long weekend, a training partner who previously trained at O2; reached out to…read moresee if I could drop-in on an early morning open mat. I was stoked that I got approved. Everyone was extremely welcoming. The level of Jiu-jitsu was very high and although everyone was going after it, there was no one trying to hurt anyone or any big egos. I'm very thankful, I was allowed to experience this wonderful academy and hope to roll with these guys again the next time I'm on Oahu.

The students and instructors at O2 are incredible! They offer a variety of classes and everyone is…read moreso friendly and welcoming. I joined about two years ago for kickboxing (PJ, Chris, and Justin are incredible), but really appreciated that the membership allows you to divide up your classes however you like. I ended up taking up jiu jitsu and recently started kali escrima with Ian - my only regret is that I didn't start sooner. Marital arts is such a humbling experience, and walking into a new gym can be so intimidating. O2 is perfect for every experience level from the individual who has only seen action movies to the high level grappler and those who spar regularly. As a whole, they call it the O2 fam and it truly feels like it! The gym is actually owned by Mike and Chris, two brothers, who truly give it a family feel. They, and all the coaches, are amazing at what they do and lead their classes with expertise and a lot of humor. And as another reviewer mentioned, this is definitely somewhere where you have to check your ego at the door because it's a fam and we have to take care of each other. O2 is on the second floor above Goodwill along Kamehameha. There's plenty of parking and the lot entrance is on Hekaha. During the pandemic they kept the gym open and prioritized membership safety with online classes then grappling with dummies and working in pods. They offer times throughout the day and on weekends. The schedule is a little modified because of COVID but definitely check them out!

My son has been coming here for over a year now and the experience has been great. Awesome…read moreprofessors and coaches on every shift. They really work well with kids to prepare them for competitions and just the regular training is first class. The gym is never dirty! Always smells and looks spotless. Really grateful for my son to be apart of this epic community.

I've recently joined CJJF and it's my first BJJ experience. I have both a judo and wrestling…read morebackground so I wanted to try something different. I'm a very shy person and wanted to come out of my comfort zone so that's why I've decided to join this club. The staffing and coaches are extremely friendly and welcomed me right away! The coaches and staff are very patient and are willing to teach above and beyond! The dojo is very clean and organized. There are classes everyday which is great if you have a busy schedule. I'm very happy and excited to continue coming to practice! If you're looking to start BJJ somewhere and don't know where to go, I highly recommend CJJF!!

A fantastic place to come train. Everybody there is welcoming. Put in a lot of work to become…read morebetter. Community there is awesome and huge. Professor Joey and Professor Marcus are awesome. I highly recommend it to all friends and hobbyists people who are looking to try.

Best environment I've trained in, been here for a few months and from my first practice I felt very…read morewelcomed . The higher belts are constantly teaching me how to improve on my game and there is a solid balance of high level competitors and people who train for fun so there's a little bit of everything for everyone. I've improved so much as an athlete and a person because of this team.

UPDATE! I'm not sure how or why, but my message about my…read moreexperience trying to sign up at the UFC Gym must have reached the right people. I received a call last night offering me the deal exactly as it was originally presented--no extra conditions or changes. I'm really happy and feel like they made things right. Today... I'm heading in to break a sweat!

I've been a UFC member since the first UFC opened in Honolulu in 2012. Please fix the AC in the…read morecycling/zumba/yoga room! The AC always seems to be broken whether it's the room or the outside workout area. I'm so tired of working out when the air is too thick to breathe. We have to open the doors to get some air circulation in the room and that's not enough! We all pay a lot for the gym membership and deserve better! Other than that, the coaches and staff are bomb! The cycling instructor AJ is the best and I now understand why it's so hard to get into her class every week!