We brought our daughter to Valor Main Gym in Stockton today for her first class since we had been…read moregoing to the other Valor gym. We didn't realize the class schedule started earlier here, so unfortunately we missed her class. Even so, Coach Ian was kind enough to let my daughter join in with his daughter's training since we were already there. Coach Ian and the whole team were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made us feel comfortable right away. Even though it was only a quick 15-minute introduction, my daughter had an absolute blast! Coach Ian made the class fun and engaging, and it was great to see his wife join in the training as well. Thank you, Coach Ian, for being so welcoming and for taking the time to give my daughter such a positive first experience. We truly appreciate it!

All staff are amazing and helpful. If you want to learn Muay Thai, Valor Training Center is the…read moreplace to go!

Fourth year training at Dogo. Personalized and structured training, motivating and family oriented…read more Fully equipped for technical and strength training. Thank you Gustavo and Dogo team for the continuous encouragement and learning!! I appreciate everything.

This is coming from someone who had been training muay thai, boxing, krav maga, and jiu jitsu at…read moremultiple gyms around the bay, DOGO is absolutely fantastic. Gustavo is very knowledgeable and knows what he's doing. If you are looking to learn basic or more advanced self defense skills, this is the best gym for you. You really get what you put in with these classes, but you are guaranteed to come out stronger and more prepared. I absolutely recommend DOGO, and refer all my friends here all the time! I love this place and the people who teach and go here. It's a family, not just a gym. No intimidation, no judgement, just support and good vibes. Join now, you won't regret it, trust me.

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!!

Been here for over a year, and i truly love it. Great, friendly coaches, and the environment is…read morevery accepting of all experience levels. The other members are always down to help me learn, and I always feel accepted. 5/5 stars!

Went to Combat Fitness for 8 months. My striking improved dramatically. This is the place to be to…read morelearn Muay Thai and get fit in the East Bay, the coaches are legit. Most people are pretty cool too. One piece of feedback is that the training hours are somewhat limited compared to other Martial Arts gyms. I started a new job and could only attend on Saturdays due to the hours. Thus I needed to find a new gym. Hope to be back here soon tho!

I visited this gym and was really happy with how welcoming and friendly everyone was. The staff was…read morevery attentive and helpful. I had been away from training for a while, and they made me feel comfortable getting back into it. Great atmosphere and great people. I highly recommend this gym!

Reading my old review makes me sad because the overall vibe of this gym took a turn for the worse…read morestarting in late 2025/Jan 2026. The usual cleanliness of the mats took a decline. The family business vibe that kept me for 6 years was minimal. The owner (Patrick) turned into a MAGA keyboard warrior. I avoided Patrick's classes because it was 45 min of stretching and 15 min of workout. Coach Kirby's classes kept me going since my strength gains were worth it (and you don't need to take your shoes off for strength training lol). There was no point in coming here after the last certified personal trainer quit their strength program and more women gradually left. I would rather drive more to train at a different gym (more than one Muay Thai & strength gyms exist in Sacramento) than come here. I don't mind the cost as long as I am in a clean facility and the vibe is worth it. The only reason they have one star left is for Coach P. - he is a good Muay Thai coach and a rockstar. I didn't really go to Coach Rocci's classes until last year, but the few times I did his music was the best for sparring. Pro tip: use a different personal FB account to post political content where gym members can't see them. Regardless of whether people agree/disagree with your views, there is a level of professionalism needed if you want to be a successful business owner.

Fantastic gym that works for both serious and casual people. Important for me, I found the gym to…read morebe a very friendly and welcoming environment - the owner, the coaches, and the other gym members. I came to the gym casually but have had so much fun in the classes that I can't help but get more into it. The gym is traditional and full of expertise so there is a lot of room for growth. Whether you are an absolute beginner just looking to get in shape, or a serious fighter looking to learn the best Muay Thai you can...this is the gym you should try.

I have reviewed this gym before - but I wanted to add a testimony - after one month of Muay Thai -…read moreI'm usually in 4-5 times a week - I am completely off two blood pressure pills! Woo hoo!

Coach Rodness does an outstanding job and I cannot speak more highly of the coaching he has…read moreprovided our son in jiu-jitsu. Coach is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and beyond dedicated. I have also trained in jiu-jitsu with Coach Rodness and the experience has been excellent. Highly recommended.

Our son has been training at Rodness' Martial Arts Center for about three years, and the experience…read morehas been outstanding from day one. Mr. Rodness has a teaching style that really connects with kids. He manages to balance discipline and encouragement in a way that keeps students motivated. What we appreciate most is that it is not just a martial arts school. The classes consistently reinforced focus, perseverance, accountability, and respect. Those lessons have carried over into school and every day life for our son. If you're looking for a place that develops confidence and character in addition to excellent martial arts skills, this is a fantastic environment. We're grateful to be part of the program and highly recommend it.

I remember stepping into the gym for the first time, overwhelmed by the noise, heat, and apparent…read morechaos. Now it feels like a second home. Under the leadership of Kru Rick, the atmosphere is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive. I started at rock bottom. Exhausted and carrying extra weight, I couldn't manage a single push-up, yet I was treated like part of the team from day one. The coaches are knowledgeable and offer thoughtful feedback. Classes are challenging and fun, and the people here are wonderfully supportive and encouraging. I started for physical fitness and stayed because Muay Thai has had such a positive impact on me mentally. A year and a half flew by and I'm down 30 lbs and feel stronger and more confident in my body. Muay Thai is healing. I've had a rough several years, and training has helped me work through fear and other difficult emotions. Over time, I've become more resilient and grounded. I genuinely love this sport and it has changed me in ways I didn't expect.

I brought my son in for a trial and he absolutely loved it. He was dripping in sweat. Kru Rick was…read moreno pressure, he explained how it works and the prices. It was all definitely worth it. Unfortunately the drive was further than I thought and he did let me know of a closer place to me which I found very honest and upstanding. I did not sign up at this time but would recommend them to anyone and possibly may return in the future.

The trainers are awesome. Friendly staff…read more If you want a great workout, this is the place. Everytime I walk in here, I walk out feeling 10 times lighter and stress free. I highly recommend the Muay Thai class for adults and for kids! It's a great workout (Warning: You will sweat a river =P) plus if you're into the fight game, this is the perfect class to get you started. Coach Dino is awesome and he'll keep you on balls of your feet! Literally! =) Also check out the Taebo and Boxing classes as well. I believe they offer Zumba too. You'll love it!

Seriously cannot believe the one-star reviews-- yea, yea, you're entitled to yours, but so am I…read more When I used to live in the area, I would be here every day after work and for tae-bo on saturday mornings. I loved that Denise, AJ, and Cheryl really kick your butt to house/Vegas/EDM style music. I also love the boxing class. The place itself does not look fancy but it is what it is = a kick ass place to get your cardio in along with fighting classes for all ages. I think its great they also hold occasional challenges (most fat loss/most weight loss) and have prizes such as free membership for a period of time, etc. I find it very hard to believe that this gym or any other would charge you for 4 months after the fact-- I canceled mine when I moved and did not experience such an issue. I did however buy the 10-pass class for when I do visit my family on the weekends and can get a cardio workout in. I say try it for yourself. There are all kinds/sorts of people here: thick, thin, young, older, beginners, novice, expert. You'll fit in no matter what shape you are in.

Things get done at this gym. All the equipments are new and the space is kept very clean all the…read moretime. Scrubbing down the mats, disinfecting the equipments, and after each class too. Things that you would never notice if they didn't do it, but they do it anyways. Good and active competition team as well.

I had received promotional material twice from this place within the span of a week, so I took it…read moreas a sign that I should give it a try. I had been itching for a while to learn a new fighting style as well. First, I have to mention that the place is kind of tucked away in the back of a complex. I wish it was more visible from the street, as I probably would've come in sooner. The facility is a good size, and a lot cleaner and more orderly than I've seen at other martial arts gyms. There's plenty of space in the back to store any belongings, and the area for parents and spectators is positioned strategically in the corner as well, so there isn't too much congestion at the front where people have to check in. There's a small mat for beginners and a much bigger mat for the more experienced fighters. There's also a fighting ring for the fight team. The coaches were very welcoming on my first day, and Coach Ash, the owner, even took note that I had previous experience in another style. He used that knowledge to personalize my learning track, which I appreciate a lot. I had come in with several people from my work, and in seeing that we were a group, he even customized a pricing structure to incentivize us to all sign up together. While I know that isn't at all what he is obligated to do as a business owner, it's refreshing to know that someone will try to meet you somewhere in between versus just waiting for you to come to them. In the teen and adult class, so far it feels like it leans more on the teen side (I'm 34), but I hope that will push me to keep up. I've already signed up for a year (great deal per class, and they work with you in case you can't make some classes) and have gotten bruises on my leg. Looking forward to more!