I was a little apprehensive when my son asked to join Bravo Zulu, bc I kept thinking of Cobra Kai…read more(the original Karate Kid version w/ Johnny.) But boy, was I wrong. Coach Nick, an Oakland resident, is strict but kind, and conducts the class in a calm manner. It's strictly a gym that conducts mma classes, not a weird "yes sensei!" dojo situation that I was afraid it would be. It's been really good for my son, learning discipline and hard work in what he calls a "very friendly environment." No "sweep the knee" situation here.

I joined back in March of 2024. The reason was because I wanted to learn how to fight and be…read moreconfident in myself. Overtime, I got very fit and became more confident. I participated in a tournament and fell more in love with the sport. Even during a small period when I was out of training, I still kept the discipline of wanting to stay fit and healthy. This gym has great coaching and a great atmosphere and it has helped me to become the best version of myself.

This place is amazing my kids have gotten better and the teachers are so nice and I recommend to…read moreanyone that needs a good workout

I discovered Supreme MMA one day while walking my dog in the Laurel District. I was greeted by Alma…read moreand Jose the owners of the gym. After speaking with Jose about his classes I signed up online. The place is clean, the staff are very welcoming and warm. Everyone that trains there is nice and the training is top-notch. Head Coach Jose is a great, and so are the other coaches, Charolette and Gus. It's an amazing place to train.

I take the cardio-kickboxing class and can truly say it is a kickass workout at a fabulous deal…read more Sifu Doug Jones runs you through arm and booty-sculpting drills, fantastic ab-work (he sneaks Pilates in there!), then tops off with circuit training - bag work mixed with strengthening exercises. Believe me, there is no cure for a tough day at work like beating the crap out of a bag. (Or, at least, trying to.) Truly. Another thing I like is that Doug just doesn't teach the same routines again and again, he changes it up week to week and goes around checking each student for technique - and effort. :) Classes are mostly female, but men work out with us, too. Not a problem either way - sooner or later all the genders are sweating equally. You can buy a book of ten classes for $75; $7.50 a class! (That's the great deal I was talking about.) And then, after I became a regular, there was the plus of Doug and classmates always being glad I showed up. For me, that's an added inspiration to work out. **Addendum**: I started taking the wun hop kuen do classes here in November 2007, and I have to say it's totally transformed me. Not only am I in better shape, but I come away from each class learning something new about myself. Enlightened, even. No, seriously - even if in a small way. Sifu Doug Jones has a stellar background, and is amazing and incredibly motivating. Sihing Damond brilliantly balances technique and practical application. Our other instructors--Sihing Sinclair, Sisuk Teresa, Sisuk Tray, and more--are all extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I know there are many good martial arts schools in the bay area, but I feel very fortunate to have found such a great school and community.

I've been coming here for four+ years now. This place is like home for so many people, including…read moreme. I've come to group classes and also trained with Doug privately. He's an awesome, inspiring, encouraging and attentive trainer. The great thing is that he always meets people at whatever level they are at, and brings them to the next level. So when I've been out of shape, injured or just not feeling great, he's helped bring me up gently, and when I feel strong and healthy he really pushes me to incredible places. It's all great. I have to respond to "The O" who gave a 1-star review based on the "sketchy" neighborhood, but who has never attended an actual class at this place. Umm? I've been coming to the gym for years, at all hours of day and night, and have NEVER felt unsafe. How irresponsible to post a review like that. PLEASE IGNORE.

I have been training with Master Young for some time now. He is a very patient, professional…read moreinstructor who cares about his students. He works hard to make sure that you really learn the forms properly. I think his classes need to have more students so that sparring becomes part of the curriculum as well. His prices are also very reasonable.

Master Young is an outstanding teacher who teaches not only self-defense, but character…read moredevelopment, respect, and discipline. He clearly enjoyos working with young children as well as older children and adults, and is patient and kind, while at the same time expecting high standards. His studio is pleasant and comfortable, and parents and caregiviers are welcome to observe all classes.

When looking for a trainer it was important to me to find someone who wasn't focused on weight…read moreloss, was body positive, and could help me get stronger. Monica has been an incredible support for the past two years and has pushed me just enough to build muscle while never making me feel bad about my body. My health has improved; I've got more strength and muscle definition than I ever have; and I've made a new friend. Monica cares deeply for her clients, is super knowledgeable about anatomy, has all the tools in a clean and organized space, and is a lovely human being.

Monica is one of - if not THE- most compassionate and intuitive people I've ever met. Not only does…read moreshe care about her craft, but she centers the individual and their overall wellbeing. I have multiple disabilities and illnesses, which have resulted in a difficult relationship with my body. It was important to me to find someone knowledgeable about the body and a comfortable, private space where I could learn. I initially reached out to Monica to focus on getting stronger, and I am! The unexpected results have more to do with my confidence, and she's helped me recognize that I'm capable of so much more than I thought. Ok so I could go on forever about how amazing she is, but in addition to all of the above she: - provides customized weekly workouts - Is extremely flexible when it comes to scheduling conflicts - Has a safe, clean, calming space in which to work out and learn - Can tactfully Target specific areas of strength training to meet specific goals - Can advise on supplementary actions to further progress - Offers frequent check ins throughout the week for accountability and progress She's also got a wonderful memory and an expert understanding of anatomy. If not for her, I wouldn't have pursued figuring out underlying health issues that have impacted my energy, mobility, and overall wellbeing.

When talking about edged weapons training there is nothing that can even hold a candle light to…read morethis place. Atienza and Sayoc system is probably the most effective and practical edged weapons system for modern tactical use. I can see why this system is taught in US special warfare school houses.

One of the leading authority in the art of blades in Norcal, you will learn what a Warrior and…read moreFeeder mindsets are all about. John is observant and will pick out details you missed and help nudge you toward the right path. Teaches both Sayoc (principally knives) and Atienza Kali (principally long blades).

James at Functional Patterns posses an impressive depth of knowledge in physical training. He…read moreclearly explains the principles behind the methods and is able to address any questions or concerns I have. Working with him has not only improved my fitness but also educated me about my body and how it moves. Highly recommend!

I went here on a recommendation to fix my knocked knees. I was told to get surgery over and over…read moreagain by doctors and orthopedists. But I didn't want surgery and it's complications that go with it. I did this instead. After most of my life with severe knocked knees, they have changed to within the normal bounds of leg movement and look. This place changed my life. I was looking to be stuck with this issue most of my life with limited mobility and further leg injury. Now I can see myself running in the near future without issues. The change took 9 months to get where I'm at in the present photo. Words cannot express how much gratitude and appreciation I have. Thank you so much Jonathan.

Where I learned self-confidence…read more Grew up learning martial arts from the great instructors here. Can't think of a better place to train. Baker's is not just a school; it's a community.

I grew up at bakers and have been there for the longest time. It was here that I learn to be…read morediscipline and humble. Bakers made me have better confidence in myself as well as having a better sense of who I was. Everyone at bakers has helped me so much. Julius Baker is a great teacher who always encouraged me and pushed me to new levels. He is from the old school But has so much to offer. Everyone from kids to adults should train here if they want a great environment to learn Tae Kwon Do.

I have worked with trainers at high-level tennis academies and in collegiate athletics, and I can…read moresay without hesitation that Luca is the best trainer I have ever worked with. What sets Luca apart is not simply technical knowledge, but an extraordinary ability to translate movement into feeling. Luca's explanations, demonstrations, and carefully chosen cues allow me to make meaningful connections in my own body. I have struggled for years with tight hips, limited mobility, and a fractured back that often made movement painful and uncertain. Luca recognized immediately that so much of that tension originated in my hips and lower body, and with remarkable patience we have devoted ourselves to strengthening those areas. The results have been nothing short of transformative. I am now squatting and deadlifting--movements I once associated only with pain and the fear of further injury. Even more importantly, I carry Luca's cues with me every time I train on my own. This experience has changed not just how I exercise, but how I inhabit my body. In a world that constantly alienates us from ourselves--through screens, endless sitting, work, comparison, and the pressure to look a certain way--Luca offers the opportunity to reconnect with your body from the inside out. There are no mirrors in the gym because the goal is not performance for an audience or chasing an image. The focus is on sensation, awareness, and discovering what your body is capable of feeling. Every session leaves me more alive, more grounded, and more grateful to be embodied. I never leave exhausted in the way I once thought a "good workout" required; I leave energized, confident, and deeply connected to myself. Luca approaches every client with exceptional care and attention, meeting each person where they are and helping them build strength not as an end in itself, but as a way of expanding freedom, resilience, and joy in everyday life. That is a remarkable gift, and I cannot recommend Luca highly enough.

My personal training sessions with Blare at Radically Fit have been soooooo effective. I came into…read morepersonal training with her to rebalance my body, since one side of it is stronger than another due to my scoliosis. Blare took so much care in understanding my situation, asking plenty of questions and reflecting back what she heard from me. This made me feel that we were on the same page. In our actual training sessions, Blare walked me through each exercise, correcting and affirming me along the way. She helped me feel comfortable doing her workouts on my own, since part of my goals included having a workout routine I could do weekly. After a few months, it was very noticeable that my body'd 'evened out' in terms of strength! I no longer had a hip drift in my squat which was how I first noticed my body was unbalanced in terms of strength. Blare is truly an expert in her field which completely matches my experience with all other trainers and instructors at Radically Fit. There is so much wisdom had among the trainers here and I can't recommend this gym enough.