My six-year-old son has been attending Legacy Martial Arts for a little over four months. His…read morepersonality has always been introverted, cautious, and he has struggled with sensory sensitivities. We wanted to get him involved in a physical activity but knew that he was not ready for team sports. When starting him I was very nervous not knowing how he would respond, but to my surprise, within the first month he flourished! Not only has his confidence, self-esteem and physical capabilities grown; he's completely came out of his shell and is eager to participate and speak in front of class! I've watched him grow tremendously with his sensory sensitivities, which have previously held him back from participating in many school and social activities. Mr. Gregory runs an excellent program that holds his students to a high standard not only teaching proper martial arts technique, self-defense, and discipline; but also many life skills that your child will be able to apply to all other aspects of life. As a parent watching class, I must admit that I have also walked away on numerous occasions with self defense techniques or discussion on life skills that I re-apply to myself. Thank you Mr. Gregory, Mr. Stromsoe (amazing instructor!) and the rest of the Legacy Martial Arts team for creating the perfect family martial arts program! To any parent reading this review, I promise that enrolling your child into Legacy Martial Arts is worth the investment.

My family and I have been coming here for about a year and a half now. We absolutely love Legacy!…read moreThe family sessions provide a good bonding experience that fosters discipline and promotes exercise and strength building. We're looking forward to our toddler joining there Badger program when he's of age. This is a great experience for all ages and families! What started out as a way to increase my daughter's intrinsic motivation and self discipline has turned into an ongoing family experience with us all working together towards being a family of black belts. Shout out to Mr Gregory for tailoring sessions to each persons unique abilities while still ensuring to push us out of our comfort zones, and for holding each student accountable to be their very best.

I've had the privilege of training with Graciela Casillas on multiple occasions, and I can say this…read morewithout hesitation--she is the real deal in every sense of the word. There are accomplished martial artists... and then there are people like Graciela. Her level of skill, experience, and depth of knowledge is extraordinary, but what really sets her apart is who she is as a person. She is one of the most dedicated, generous, and genuinely giving instructors I've ever met. She doesn't just teach technique--she gives of herself. Every class, every interaction, you can feel how much she cares about her students and their growth. Spending time at CMA Martial Arts, you quickly realize this isn't just another school. There's a culture there. A feeling. It's disciplined, yes--but also deeply human. Respectful, supportive, and real. What impressed me most is her ability to connect across all levels. I've seen her work with adults--serious practitioners--and deliver high-level, no-nonsense training that commands respect. And in the same breath, she can turn around and work with children in a way that's engaging, uplifting, and full of heart. That balance is rare. She's not just teaching martial arts--she's shaping people. And as someone who has been in the martial arts world for a long time, I don't say this lightly: Graciela Casillas is one of the most accomplished and inspirational martial artists I've had the honor to train with. If you're looking for a place to train where the instruction is world-class, the culture is authentic, and the leadership truly cares--CMA Martial Arts is something special. I'm grateful for every opportunity I've had to learn from her, and I look forward to many more. -- Gregory Poretz

Casillas martial arts academy has a nice teacher that is well rounded in many martial arts. They're…read morereasonable with prices; as many classes for a month for $75 (they also have discounts for students and military). They teach a new form of martial arts that's very effective in style and self defense getting its foundation from Filipino martial arts, jeet kune do, escrima, pencak Silat, jiu jutsu, boxing, kickboxing and more (it's called Shen chun do("way of the warrior spirit")). This martial art was perfected and made by none other than Graciela Casillas (a world renowned martial arts grandmaster and Olympic champion). They also offer classes for kids and classes for cardio and endurance fitness.

Moving up from LA I searched around for a while for a gym. This academy was near me, offers nightly…read moreclasses, and does both gi and nogi. The coach is a young professor named Daniel who is cool to train with. I strongly recommend this family friendly gym.

From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with a warm and inviting environment. The…read morestaff and instructors are incredibly approachable, always ready to offer a helping hand or answer any questions. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, the level of care and attention given to each student is unmatched. My family is loving this place & we cannot recommend them enough!!

Love this place! The mma instructors are very professional and very helpful…read more Everyone that I have be sparring is very down to earth. I have been doing mma for a few years but stop because couldn't find a good gym lole back home. Super clean and very professional workout machines and atmosphere.

They will keep charging you even after you cancel. I was billed for months for my girlfriend's…read morerecovery membership that she never used and was supposed to be canceled. They also overcharged me for personal training sessions I couldn't attend, and sold us a boxing membership only to get rid of the boxing coach almost immediately. When I asked to cancel, they still kept billing. Every time I talked to management I was told it would be handled, notes would be added, and corporate would follow up. None of that ever happened. Operations manager Tony Avila told me multiple times he would take care of it, but that did not happen. Honestly not sure what "operations manager" means here because nothing was managed and none of the problems were fixed. To make it worse, I later found out the sales staff who signed me up are no longer there because of shady practices, which lines up exactly with what happened to me. Most of the regular staff are nice, but management did nothing to fix the problem. Be very careful what you sign here and watch your bank statements. 1 star added bc i like most of the staff are dope.

The staff is accommodating, knowledgeable and friendly. This is a wonderful place to learn Jiu…read moreJitsu!

I had the pleasure of training some BJJ with West Coast MMA earlier this year and this review is…read moreway past due. I can't gush enough about the entire experience. I dropped in with some friends for a Sunday gi class with Coach Jose Ramirez who taught some awesome spider guard details. The curriculum and teaching approach was fantastic. All the students and teachers there were so welcoming and accommodating and helpful. The facilities are top notch. The mats are super clean. They have showers, and I think even a sauna. Culture is often the most important part of any combat sport academy and West Coast MMA has it in spades. Thoroughly enjoyed my time there and would 100% recommend this academy to anyone, whether they are experienced competitors, brand new to Jiu Jitsu or combat training, or anything in between. Thanks Coach Jose, Matt, Froggy and the entire crew for the hospitality, the sweat and the technique!

Updating my review…read more My youngest son who is on the Spectrum has also joined the Fight Foundation team. We couldn't be more thankful for Sifu Cherry and her team, they work very well with my son. We started with 1:1 classes before integrating him into group classes. My son would elope at home, at the the store basically anywhere, with the help of Fight Foundation my son hardly has that issue now. MMA has taught him discipline and to follow directions. They instructors are great at reinforcing positive behaviors and nipping the bad ones. My son is learning to interact with his peers better and he is equipped to defend himself. We've been with Fight Foundation for many year and highly recommend them. It's also by far the cleanest gym around. We love Sifu Cherry And Sifu Paul, their whole team has always been awesome with us. My son has been with the fight foundation for a few years now. I signed him up because I was tired of my son coming home upset from being physically bullied with little consequences from the school. They've really helped my son with his confidence and bullying is no longer an issue. He's never had to use his MMA skills outside the studio but it's reassuring knowing my son has the tools he needs to defend himself if he's ever in a ugly situation or outnumbered. We can't always be there to protect our kids but you can give them the upper hand. MMA teaches more than just self defense its given my son goals to strive for and discipline outside my household. Thanks again Fight Foundation we love being on your team!

We love Sifu Cherry And Sifu Paul, their whole team has always been awesome with us. My son has…read morebeen with the fight foundation for a few years now. I signed him up because I was tired of my son coming home upset from being physically bullied with little consequences from the school. They've really helped my son with his confidence and bullying is no longer an issue. He's never had to use his MMA skills outside the studio but it's reassuring knowing my son has the tools he needs to defend himself if he's ever in a ugly situation or outnumbered. We can't always be there to protect our kids but you can give them the upper hand. MMA teaches more than just self defense its given my son goals to strive for and discipline outside my household. Thanks again Fight Foundation we love being on your team!

Amazing welcoming atmosphere, such a great positive experience for my child . Definitely worth…read morecoming here , they are above and beyond from going to different schools this is 10/10 Zak Flores is amazing instructor ! Y.H

Dear Jonathan pu'u Muay Thai…read more I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the invaluable traveling tips you shared with me before my recent trip to Bangkok Thailand Your advice on transportation, accommodations, dining was spot on and made a huge difference in making my journey smooth and enjoyable. Your insider knowledge and expertise were truly appreciated, and I felt much more confident and prepared for my travels. Your tips saved me time, money, and stress, allowing me to focus on the Muay Thai training thats what mattered most - exploring and experiencing the local culture. Thank you again for your kindness, generosity, and expertise. I'm already looking forward to my next adventure and will definitely be seeking your advice again. Best regards, Ricardo Juarez / Ricky

My nephew just got signed up for Golden Tigers Taekwondo last Wednesday. His first class was…read moreThursday and he was excited and nervous. He came prepared and did a great job! The instructor, who was a woman, Miss Daisy, was a black belt and the daughter of Master Nunez, who opened this establishment. She did a fantastic job! She was very nice, instructed the children very well, was engaging and she was also very understanding. She had the perfect balance of everything it takes to keep this kids in check. My nephew learned a lot and very quickly. She did not overwhelm the newbies, like my nephew and he looks forward to his next class. The studio is right in Downtown Oxnard on A street. It's about $80 a month, for 3 classes a week, 12 classes a month, which breaks down to less than $7/class. It is well worth the money. There is parking in the front and the back of the studio. Parents and family are welcome to stay and watch. There are chairs in the front where the kids could be watched, but it does get hot in the studio as the windows are facing the sun as the sun begins to set so there is full sun at 5 pm. Bring water! They also sell water and snacks in the studios for those that need it. I will update my review as time goes on. I look forward to seeing how my nephew progresses in these classes!

From the owner: We offer classes to ages 3yrs and older. Sign up your child/children and parents train for free…read more Great way to develope self esteem, discipline, structure and confidence.