Best place in Fremont for Martial Arts! From the moment we stepped into the facility, we were greeted with warmth and professionalism. We enrolled our son in taekwondo classes with Master Fong and his dedication to teaching is evident in every class. Our son didn't have any experience in martial arts but Master Fong made the learning process enjoyable and engaging and the classes are well-structured, focusing on foundations while also challenging the students to push their limits. There is also emphasis on discipline and respect. Nestor gained not only new skills, but we noticed improvement in his confidence and focus and we are thankful for the whole experience. Thank you Master Fong and Master T.for making a positive impact on Nestor's life. read more

Amazing place for kids to learn Taekwondo, they have great instructors! My daughter has been learning Taekwondo for 2 years now & she's loving it. I highly recommend MAA if you want your child to learn Taekwondo. read more

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My son has been learning Taekwondo since last 6 years. Master T and Master Fong are great teachers. I really appreciate their patients while teaching little kids. Last month my son received 2nd degree recommended black belt. They always encourage kids to perform. Its the best school in Fremont. read more

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My boys started with Coach Brian when they were each 5 years old, and now 5 and 8 years later they have progressed into 2nd degree and 3rd degree belts respectively under the fantastic training of both Masters T and Master Fong. Not only did they learn the critical skills of sparring, board breaking and forms, but they were coached on life lessons of discipline and hard work. We couldn't ask for a more comprehensive program and are very grateful for this foundation. Thank you! read more

My daughter loved Master Fong and Master Tee. She enjoyed her rae Kwon do classes at MAA. She has built confidence and learned new skills! She earned her black belt and is proud of what she accomplished. read more

I have been training at this dojo for 12 years, and I can confidently say that Taekwondo has had a positive impact on my life. Through the life-applicable guidance of Master T and Master Fong's engaging lessons (along with Master Brian), I have learned a variety of techniques, and along with that, I've developed a persistent mindset. In addition to the art itself, I learned about the values that are essential to daily life. Even in my life outside this art (in school or other activity), I value the tenets of Taekwondo: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. I hope that I use these traits to become successful. I initially joined because my dad wanted me to learn self defense. I was hesitant at first, but now I realize that dedicating more than half my life to Taekwondo is a decision I will never regret. Thank you so much, Martial Arts America! I am honored to be a part of this wonderful community! read more

The absolute best malarial arts school in the Bay Area!! I drive all the way from Livermore just for this school. There head instructor is a Legend. Not only an exceptional martial artist but he is someone who cares about all of his students. This is the only school my DNA will ever study karate from. I could not recommend any business more. If you are still reading this STOP and just take yourself down there and sign up... you will not regret it. read more

I've been a student at Martial Arts America under Master Grant Tabuchi for the past eleven years, and have appreciated every minute of it. All of the instructors are amazing at imparting their extensive knowledge in various martial arts. Class sizes are usually the perfect size to promote group activity while allowing for occasional one-on-one help with an instructor. Through my time here, I've learned taekwondo, eskrima, and jujitsu, three of the most important forms of martial arts. Learning self-defense is paramount here, and I'm confident today in my ability to protect myself and others. Master Tabuchi is professional and patient with all of his students, and is able to easily handle larger classes. His experience in the martial arts allows him to give us little tricks and variations on simple techniques to maximize their potency. He emphasizes focus and attention in his teaching and I learn something new in every one of his classes, whether it's a new variation on technique or a better way to execute it. Furthermore, Master T shows us the mental/ emotional side of self-defense and taekwondo. I've learned that the psychological side of martial arts is just as important as the physical side, which I might not have learned in any other dojo. I've grown a lot as a person since I attended my first class when I was six, and I can attribute a lot of it to this school and the instructors here. As young as I was then, I knew I was learning something special. The first things taught to us weren't kicks or punches, but rather how to appreciate the tenets of taekwondo: respect for elders, integrity, indomitable spirit. I wholeheartedly recommend Martial Arts America. Master Tabuchi, Mr. Fong, and Mr. Bryan are the best instructors I could ask for, and the overall environment is supportive while remaining challenging. Cheers! read more

Like one other reviewer said, my review is also long overdue. Our daughter has been going to MAA for about 5 years now. We had been looking for a place for her to gain confidence and also get armed with basic skills to fend off potential bullies in school. We had no idea she would take to it so enthusiastically. She's so motivated to do well, has advanced quickly and is now about to test for her 2nd degree black belt. She's even participated in two tournaments and done really well in both, placing in nearly every event she competed in. But we can't say this success is solely due to her. Without wonderful teachers like Master Fong, Chief Master T, and Master Brian, she wouldn't be doing as well as she is nor would she have been this motivated. The staff give the kids confidence with positive reinforcement, really great structure for discipline and nuggets of wisdom for life lessons too. They truly care about the kids, make them feel inspired and keep the curriculum exciting and challenging. Even through the exceptionally challenging time of COVID closures, the school worked hard to keep the kids engaged by offering virtual class. And while not ideal of course, the kids still managed to learn and advance their skill set, and had some fun along the way. As a parent, especially of a young girl, I would highly recommend this school for teaching martial arts. Thank you MAA staff! read more

This review is looong overdue, but better late than never.: I first came along MAA in early 2017 when I was looking for something that would help me -as a woman- to get more confidence with respect to self defense. I signed up for a trial Krav Maga class (on Saturday mornings 9-10 am) and was hooked from the first day. No two classes are the same. The coaches always switch it up while you repeat and deepen the important steps of kicks, punches, defense strategies and so on. I went there every Saturday for a year and had to take a break because of job reasons. But now I'm finally able to go back and I'm already looking forward to the first class in January ! The coaches are awesome and you get familiar with the other students so fast, that after a month or so you already feel like going to sweat, spar, punch and kick your friends My self confidence grew a lot while I took these classes. I felt safe to be all by myself whenever I came across a situation women tend to feel unsafe these days... I would highly recommend taking Krav Maga classes @ MAA. P.S: I got my husband hooked too- he is already heading into his third year with Krav Maga and cannot imagine to ever do anything else than going 3 times a week to classes @ MAA. Try it, you won't regret it! Especially as a woman it's the best way to feel safe and confident! read more

This place is pretty awesome! My wife bought a Groupon for this place for 8 weeks of martial arts for my daughter. She signed up our daughter, and a few of her friends. The instructors are very good with the kids. Very patient and kind. The facility itself is well laid out as well. We only wished that the parents area, where watched out kid, was bigger. Its a pretty small area, and was quite full by the time i arrived from work to watch my daughter. I had to stand in the doorway. The parking isnt that great either, but i suppose this is mainly aimed at older kids and adults who are probably dropped off, so not many watchers. Still, a great place that left a good impression on me. We'll probably try this place again in the future. read more

I have trained at Martial Arts America for over 9 years to attain my blackbelt. As a hyper kid with little self control my mom decided that martial arts would be a good way to learn self discipline. For 9 years, our head teacher as we affectionately call Mr. T trained us. I grew mentally and emotionally becoming a confident disciplined student in both high school and our martial arts studio. Mr. T is extremely passionate about teaching students, and loves teaching not only martial arts but guidance into being a good person. The staff will challenge the students but are extremely patient helping students achieve perfect form. Everybody has high respect for each other and the martial arts making a great environment to learn and train. This place is a home away from home and a second family to me. read more

My son has been at MAA for 7+ years starting at about age 10. He's currently 3rd degree black belt. This is one activity that he has stuck to on his own more than any other. MAA instructors (Master T, Master Fong, Master Brian) are incredibly devoted to the students. As a parent I appreciate them teaching beyond the skills of taekwondo. They learn the importance of respect, dedication, commitment, self control, focus, responsibility. During pandemic they really went above and beyond to keep the students motivated. The instructors also have a great sense of humor which is a big plus. My son now is driving age and continues to attend classes on his own. I believe MAA helped him apply these life skills to his school work, and will continue when he is off to college next year. My daughter was at MAA age 7-10 after finishing 1st degree. She and my wife have taken Master T's self defense class for teens/women which I highly recommend. We were not sure if this was one of those extracurriculars that our kids would enjoy. It's one of the best decisions my wife ever made. read more

I started going here when I was 6. My parents were putting me in all sorts of classes to get me to pick a few hobbies. I was a very shy child. But I loved it here. The instructors were friendly and supportive and over the past 14 years, I grew to be more confident as well as stronger, both mentally and physically. I started in the Taekwondo Program, but the curriculum expands to teach jujitsu and eskrima as well as students progress to green belt and up. For the kids that reach black belt, they are often welcome to join in the Krav Maga classes also taught (formerly Tactical Self Defense). Also, select black belt students are invited to participate in an instructors program, where the grandmaster teaches them aspects of teaching. They get more personalized lessons and participate in assisting in classes. These instructor lessons are what really pushed me to grow as a person. I used to be the shyest person I knew, but now I am not afraid to speak in front of a classroom or to lead my martial arts class while the teacher steps out for a moment. I truly believe that Martial Arts America is the reason I am who I am today. The lessons I learned at MAA will help guide me through the rest of my life. Courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, indomitable spirit, and victory. These are the six tenets recited at the beginning of every class and these are the tenets I choose to live by. Every now and again, when I get the chance, I drop by for a class or two and I'm always welcomed back like family. The atmosphere is great and I couldn't ask for a better place to call home. read more

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Well trained instructors teach with the perfect balance and discipline. My daughter is here for more than a year and she learned a lot her not only martial arts but also learned self confidence. She is always excited to go for classes. I really thank full the whole team for there great work specially Mr. Bryan for his great work. read more

I'm very impressed and highly recommend this place. My son enjoys going here and looks forward to his classes.

I believe place teaches a variety of Martial Arts, but I strictly go here to learn Krav Maga. Speaking on that class alone, I can say that the instructors are very knowledgeable and experienced at what they do, not just in the art but also in teaching. The class sizes are not too large and you get a lot of one on one time with the instructor. It's a 45min class and serious work in itself, everything is easy to learn and with practical real-world situations. This is the real deal! read more

I was referred by a friend & today was my 1st Krav Maga lesson w/ Mr. T. I thought the class taught very practical lessons. I didn't always understand what was going on but Mr. T & his assistant were very patient. Now to return & practice so these lessons will become flex. :) read more

I went here for about 3 years. Krav maga. I moved out of the area and no longer could do the classes. I would go every class, no matter what. I learned so much so fast. Pay attention, do what they say and listen watch. he is very knowledgeable. I wish they had a class near gilroy cuz that's where I moved. I recommend this class to anyone and everyone. read more

I could have saved money and used Groupon, but instead I stayed loyal to Yelp and used thier deal! My daughter is learning so much, there is no way we can leave now!! read more

My two sons have been training and learning Tae Kwon Do, Eskrima, and Jui Jitsu from Martial Arts America Fremont. They both started in the basic classes and later moved into the black belt club. The instructors are knowledgeable and my boys have learned discipline, confidence, and determination. They have grown physically, mentally, and emotionally. I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is looking for a great place for their kids to learn and grow. read more

I love this place!!!! All the instructors are SUPER experienced and are helpful! The classes keep me fit and healthy! Don't understand something? Ask for a private lesson or get help right then and now! read more

My 10-year-old son has been training in Tae Kwon Do at Martial Arts America in Fremont, CA for 3 years and enjoys it very much. He has struggled with shyness over the years and I feel that martial arts has helped him to come out of his shell some and it has increased his confidence. My son will be testing for his black belt in September and he is very proud of the progress he has made. I am also attending classes for Tae Kwon Do at the age of 46. I started classes 2 1/2 years ago. When I first started I was out of shape and hadn't worked out for about 15 years. I was unsure about wether I could take the class or not. I asked one of the instructors if he thought I could do the class and he said, "Why not?" I explained that I was 44 years old, out of shape, and overweight! He asked me to come in and give it a try. I ended up loving it! I have lost some weight and I feel a lot better health-wise. I will also be testing for my black belt in September. I feel very happy about the accomplishments my son and I have obtained through martial arts. We plan on continuing with Martial Arts America for many years to come. We love the instructors and the way the classes are structured. The instructors are high ranking and have had years of experience in martial arts. Mr. Jensen, Mr. Fong, Mr. T, and Mr. Nunez as well as the CIT instructors are all awesome! They have given my son and I extra help and encouragement when we needed it. Mr. Jensen, in particular, has taken the time to give me a lot of extra help over the last year. He trained myself and my class partner one -on-one to prepare us for jiu jitsu testing. Thankfully, we passed with flying colors. He also helped me to get caught up after missing class for a few month's because of a health condition. read more

My daughter loves karate classes here. The teachers are so good at motivating the students, and the kids advance by belt testing at a good pace. This program has helped my daughter gain confidence, strength, and it is great exercise too. The kids can do a free trial class to make sure they have the focus needed, and they are honestly evaluated. If they aren't ready, they can try again later. I like how they encourage good deeds, respect, and hard work. After a few months attending here, my kid wants to do black belt club! She hasn't wanted to stick with many sports. I highly recommend MAA! Some of the instructors started as students here, and you can see they love what they do. read more

They work well and are very tolerate of younger kids. Both my children love it here. The only negative is that they want six months payment in advance. Mind you, it is a good price, but six months worth in one shot... kinda hairy. If you can handle it, it is a great place to study. read more

Karate for kids was such a great experience for my entire family. The staff is beyond friendly, helpful and knowledgable!! My son enjoyed doing the program and was always excited for karate days. Mr Fong and Mr Nunez and Mr Jensen are amazing with kids and insanely patient while working with 4-5 y/o's. I would completely recommend anyone looking into a martial arts program to sign up here!! read more

This place rocks!!! My son really enjoys coming to class. Every instructor is on point, each one brings their touch to the lesson. They make it fun for the kids, the kids don't even realize they are working out. Words can't do justice, come in for a trial class and you will see for yourself. read more

I have been taking my son here for about 1.5yrs now. All the instructors (Mr. Jensen, Mr. Fong, Mr. Nunez) have been very helpful in teaching my son all sorts of techniques from basic/advanced Tae Kwon Do to Eskrima. My son likes it here and has established Great relationship with the instructors and has learned so much including discipline. For parents that are interested in having their son/daughter or yourself...it's a Great school. read more

I enrolled my grandson here when he was 5 1/2 yrs old. I wanted him to learn self control and self discipline. I wasn't sure how long he'd stay interested, but he's been there over a year now. He has been working hard to make his way up the rankings and has been very successful. The teachers are so patient, and really care about the kids. I love going to watch and my grandson loves going to learn. He's very enthusiastic about practicing and showing off his ability to anyone that comes into our home. Before signing him up, I went and visited some other schools and when I walked in it was unorganized and students were all over the place. This was the only school that seemed in "control" of their students and offered private lessons at no additional cost. That tells me they care about their students. Master Brian has been incredible as has all the other instructors. Thank you MMA for giving my grandson the confidence and self esteem that he now has because of you. You can't ask for more than that. I would highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to give their children a head start. read more

Love this place! My son has been involved in the program for a little less than a year. During this time I have seen his confidence level soar. Mr Brian Nunez, Mr Fong and Mr Jensen are fantastic instructors. As a teacher myself I know how difficult it is to motivate young ones no matter what you are teaching them. These guys got it. They move up the belts at a nice but challenging pace, just enough to keep the students motivated. Two thumbs up. They really know how to work with the young kids! read more

I have two children attending taekwondo classes here at MAA, from the Tiny Tigers to Leadership. Mr. Jensen , Mr. Fong and Mr. Brian each cater to young students with enthusiasm. More importantly they provide children with a safe and friendly environment. My son has enjoyed working with Mr. Jensen in preparation for leadership testing. He says, "I like his class because it's challenging, fun and I learn something new every practice". As a parent, I recommend the school for my children's confidence and valuable training in martial arts. read more

Pros: - friendly teaching staff are really good at what they do - emphasis on application - teaching goes at your pace Cons: - depending on where you live in the Bay Area, it could mean some driving time (although they do have several locations) - you have to be willing to put in the time and effort both inside and outside of class if you really want to improve (not necessarily a con, but something to be mindful of) I started taking lessons with Martial Arts America a few months ago, and was pretty impressed by how insightful and friendly the staff were. I had studied wushu before, and wanted to learn something beyond just practicing more forms or trying to earn more belts. The teaching staff took the time to help me figure out what would be most suitable for my situation and ever since have really tried to teach to my needs/interests. Now, I am studying eskrima with a fair amount of practical unarmed self-defense techniques thrown in, which I greatly enjoy. It is true that there is a fair amount of memorization involved, but what I appreciate most about MAA is their heavy emphasis on understanding the application of techniques instead of just forms. My instructors always emphasize the practice of the techniques we learn - for example, using eskrima to disarm an aggressive attacker. The instructors know how to go at your pace, and indeed are constantly pushing you just hard enough so that the challenge can help you grow as a martial artist. Admittedly, I have not had lessons with all of the instructors or at all of the locations, and thus cannot generalize my experience to everyone. However, at least for me, I'm really happy about the quality of instruction here at MAA and think it is worth at least checking it out if you or your child is interested in learning martial arts. read more

My daughter just turned seven on the 20th of November and she likes doing karate. We have been attending for over 4 months now and it really helps us both when it comes to discipline. My daughter is the type that is motivated by awards and certificates so whenever she comes home with a new belt or stripe, she cannot wait to show her grandpa. I don't know if she will be able to get a certificate anytime soon because she doesn't say Ah yah! loud enough. All in all, I am glad that we are now attending karate class and I am recommending them to my friends and neighbors. read more

I organized a self defense class in the Dublin location with a bunch of moms and soon to be college students. Although any young teen can handle this class, we specifically designed this class for self defense tactics and preparedness should our girls, or the moms, ever become victims of an attack. Coach Grant T was professional, organized and passionate about giving us the tools needed to defend ourselves in several different situations. He can design a class to meet your requests and concerns about safety, seeing that safety is a huge issue parents want to learn about and feel confident about before their child enters their college life. Not only should safety be addressed before heading to college, but at all times! Coach Grant T shows specific ways to be aware of and get out of a given attack. Be confident and strong knowing these tools. This self defense class for women is so informative and a MUST! read more

I've been taking krav maga here for a couple months now. All of the instructors have been awesome - they're very knowledgeable, patient, and most importantly, they know how to teach. The krav class runs for an hour and covers a good variety of techniques, plus it's a great workout. It's been over 10 years since I did martial arts. Thanks to the wonderful coaches at MAA, I think my self confidence is coming back. read more

We enrolled our son when he was 5. We were looking for a program to teach self-defense and assertiveness. After the initial 1 month trial period, we signed on for a longer commitment and ultimately stayed for 7 years, moving through the beginner levels and black belt club. The instructors here are so great with the kids. I whole-heartedly recommend this program if you are looking for a martial arts program for your child. read more

The staff at Martial Arts America make you feel comfortable! Mr. Jensen is a fabulous instructor who knows what he is doing and how to teach it in an effective way! My son loves attending... And as a parent, I love that he is doing something both physically and mentally challenging that he enjoys! read more

My two kids attended Martial Arts America a few years back when they were a little younger. It was a great experience for the both of them . They started when they were 9 and 11 years old .My son ,who is fairly shy, was able to open up and gain more confidence. My daughter, who is very athletic, enjoyed competing and battling against the other students. All activities and workouts that I saw were very structured and monitored. Mr. Brian, Mr Jensen, and Mr Dorsa are all very good instructors. All have alot of patience and worked with all the kids to get the proper forms and stances down correctly. Overall it is a great exercise program for kids. Helped mine to gain self esteem, get in great physical shape, and learn some awesome self defense techniques. read more

I just started Krav Maga this week. I have seen this place before but just figured it was more for kids. Well, it is for all ages, types, sizes, etc.! This class is for anyone looking to try something fun and new and learn some real world skills in the process. I really enjoy learning self defense moves and I need to work on my self discipline so this was a perfect thing for me to try out. I am excited to learn more next week! read more