My family and I recently moved from South Bay last year. I was doing a summer for BJJ before I…read moremoved and after getting situated into our new home I decided to get back in the gym. I was not very well versed in all things BJJ at the time so I will share my experience accordingly. First things first, I didn't understand the big differences between Gi and no-Gi BJJ. It is a critical question you need to ask yourself what you prefer before getting started. Before the move, the gym I practiced at was using Gi. Honestly, I think the Gi sucks! My hands would get hurt getting stuck in grips, extra rashes, and damage to my ears and face. Everyone was taped. It is just more brutal on the body IMO. As an 'old man' for this sport longevity was one of my deciding factors. That being said, THIS gym is no-Gi which I would recommend over Gi. The other part I will mention is about this gym itself. The support and comradery of the coach (which draws the quality of students) and the students are extraordinary. Coach is VERY hands-on, teaches most of the classes and even does roll with his students on occasion. Ending note...everything is clean, sanitary, and professional. No bullshit BJJ gym, get in here and give it a try (for yourself or kids)!

10th planet wanly creek is the right place if you are looking for some Nogi Jiu Jitsu, Alex is a…read more well-rounded grappler; him as his team are high level. I been coming here since I moved to cali and Alex has advised me well and some personal and coaching way. I'm happy to have the 10th planet Walnut Creek guys as friends..! oSs

Alex is a great coach and teacher. If your thinking about trying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, then look no…read morefurther.

I have been with Alex and the Gym for around nine to ten years since I was a little kid, and I have…read morenothing wrong to report. Alex really has expanded my levels of Brazilian jiu-jitsu and kickboxing. He has a great sense of humor and teaches many classes for martial artists. I am very thankful to for Alex always being there by my side throughout my life. People have come and gone from the gym, but Alex has been there, and now I am proud to say I am one of the highest leveled youth students, in both nogi BJJ and striking. I would give Alex your time, and you won't regret it.

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!

Been training here for a year now and love the community feel combined with the competition-winning…read morelevel of technical knowledge. Great place for beginners and experienced athletes alike.

You probably go to learn BJJ and quickly find out you've become part of a family, onethat extends…read moreto other academies within the Sabre affiliation as well. The leadership and lessons are second to none. Great for beginners up to world level competitors. Classes are mornings, noon, nights and weekends. Highly recommend you check them out!!

I signed my niece up a few years back, she loved it and Geoff was so patient with her. She didn't…read morekeep up with it but she still talks about how she used to do karate! Now my son goes to Sensei Geoff and he's been with him since he turned 5 last year! He used to call it ninja school! He has learned so much and loves going to karate. Sensei Geoff has a lot of patience with my son, he's very talkative and asks tones of questions! (Sometimes his questions are nothing about karate) He has learned a lot. And even with the pandemic he continues with his karate. Speaking of the pandemic, Sensei Geoff goes above and beyond to keep the dojo and class sizes safe. He is constantly cleaning/sanitizing. He takes temps at the door. Everyone wears masks. And he cleans in between classes and does a big clean and sanitize at the end of the day. I feel safe having my son come to class. He also send updated emails constantly, keeps everyone informed with classes, events and just updating the community! This is a great place to bring your kids. They will love Sensei Geoff! He knows how to work with children well. Has the patience and most of all he pushes them to their full potential! We appreciate all you do Sensei Geoff!

Our son has attended Mires martial arts for almost one year now…read more Sensi Geoff is a fantastic teacher that helps to motivate the children and encourage them appropriately. He encourages focus and dedication to grow in karate, and sees the students for who they are and is able to meet each one individually as well as the group. He includes philosophy in his classes and has older students help to demonstrate more sophisticated katas and help the younger students as well. We are very satisfied with our karate experience, our son loves to go! I am amazed at how much he has learned in almost one year. We look forward to signing up our daughter when she is old enough :-)

Great taekwondo school with excellent instructors and coaches who know how to teach and connect…read morewith students of all ages. The culture is positive, respectful, and intentional. The facility is spacious, well maintained, and in a great location. They emphasize not only taekwondo skills and self-defense, but also discipline, confidence, and character development. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a well-rounded program!!!

I first met the coaches and students of Sparta Taekwondo at local tournaments and was immediately…read moreimpressed by their friendliness. We were invited to an "invite only" multi-gym rumble, where kids sparred in a no-points, no-pressure environment. All the kids from my dojang loved it. My boys also attended a sparring clinic with Coaches Arven and Kris, both world-class level athletes. The individual coaching was top-notch, and my kids thoroughly enjoyed training with them. The dojang is well-kept, and the mat is nicer than standard tournament mats. Parents can watch from the hallway through large windows. The facility includes a snack bar, and the bathrooms are clean. **Pro-tip:** Park in the parking lot near the dojang--it's a shorter walk and usually has more open spots. Overall, Sparta Taekwondo offers an excellent environment for both training and community. Highly recommend!

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.

When you join Tomizaki's Champions Kung Fu Institute, you become part of an amazing community…read more Master Tomizaki, Sihing Braydan, and the Sifus and student assistants are beyond incredible and create a respectful, safe, and fun place to grow. My son started Kung Fu at 9 YO and in 2 years he's gained discipline, focus, coordination, confidence, internal motivation, and great friends! Students progress at their own pace. Attendance days are flexible - with a monthly tuition, kids can attend any classes of their belt level (there are 5 every week). After a whole-class warm-up, kids break up into smaller groups and work on specific skills with the instructor and student assistants. The school holds optional tournaments and seminars, giving students an opportunity to set goals and train for specialized skills. Self-defense is emphasized and specific techniques are taught at each belt level, which build upon the previous ones. Anti-bullying measures, empathy, and conflict avoidance are also discussed. The instructors teach respect inside and outside of the school. I've been taking Kickboxing with Sihing Braydan and I absolutely LOVE it! Twice a week, a small group of adults work hard, push ourselves beyond what we ever thought we were capable of, and share lots of laughs too! It's a great way to end the day - exercising stress away, getting stronger, staying sharp, and feeling invigorated too. There are many fun events throughout the year, including the Lunar New Year celebration featuring our talented Lion Dance Team, who perform throughout the Bay Area. My son has had 2 birthday parties here, and they will tailor the event to your party theme, like Star Wars! I have also taken their Self-Defense course, which is open to the public and is extremely informative and empowering. I highly recommend it to all teens and adults. There are wonderful opportunities here from littles to seniors. Come try a class in Kung Fu, Kickboxing, Tai Chi, or Self-Defense, and gain mental & physical health, self-confidence, and a warm, supportive community.

Our 4 yr old has attended weekly Kung Fu since June 2025. It has been a wonderful experience due to…read morethe instructors and family friendly environment. All of the instructors have good energy with the kiddos and it's great to see the motivation of the children in the higher levels. I appreciate the space of the studio along with the cleanliness! We've seen improvement in her martial arts skills and she is always proud of herself after attending the class. This studio also hosts various kung fu events and community trainings which is appreciated!