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Funakoshi Shotokan Karate Association

4.6 (14 reviews)
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Sam L.

The instructors and most of the students here are very friendly and welcoming. There is no machismo here, and attitude is usually not tolerated. This makes for a very friendly and comfortable environment to learn and train.The instructors here are very experienced in their art and very approachable. If I have a question or I'm unsure about something, I will ask Sensei Kyle and he always takes time to thoroughly explain or clarify. I've trained at other schools in the past, but what makes Sensei Kyle's teaching stand out from other martial arts instructors is his level of detail to attention; he is very technical with his explanation of techniques. This is very good and rare, because he can go over the fine details that a student is lacking in order to help them further improve. The facilities is always kept clean and the mats are steam cleaned every week. Shihan Funakoshi, who is the head instructor, teaches the adult classes from Tuesdays through Thursdays. He has about fifty years of experience in karate, and offers very insightful instruction. Shihan's advance classes tends to be physically demanding and rigorous (you will get a good workout), whereas the general class tends to focus on the basics and fundamentals. For those that are on the fence about joining, you should definitely come check out a class or two. They also have a beginners special which is $99, it includes a free uniform and two months of training.

Tiffany P.

Met Theresa and Sensei Kyle last night to register my daughter for a class. As soon as you walked into the establishment, you can sense great ambiance and good vibes. They were the kindest person we've ever met and they welcomed us whole heartedly. My daughter was so excited to get started, that is priceless... She loves Theresa and would not stop telling her Dad about her experience with her. Highly recommended!!!

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S P.

Since we joined the class. They grew in less than a year. They were kind enough to have two classes and allowed the parents to select the class. Since I prefer to sit through the entire class I have to go in early to acquire a chair lol. There are several trainers who constantly watch the steps closely for the advance students and new ones. The exams held every two months is very motivating for the students.

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Sensei Kyle does a great job of extracting all he can out of my boys without reserve BUT he does it with warmth and kindness.

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Ernie Reyes West Coast Martial Arts

Ernie Reyes West Coast Martial Arts

4.3(18 reviews)
1.7 mi

WCWMA Milpitas has been our daughters' dojo for the past 5 year. The place has given them skills…read morestrength confidence perseverance and overall development! The staff is dedicated encouraging and supportive to the students and KJN Sandy and every member of the staff deserves a shout out for being a transformative force in the life of our children! Investing time and money in such places keeps learners physically mentally and spiritually on the right path so they grow up or continue to be responsible adults! We are grateful to have them in our lives and our children want to continue training onward on their pursuit of mastery. Thank you KJN Sandy and team for your leadership and imbibing our daughters with the indomitable spirit!

I enjoy being at West Coast Milpitas because it a very positive environment here even throughout…read moredevelopment I made many friendships and connections with my instructors. It been 2-3 years here and I kinda like it . Especially KJN sandy she has been a wonderful and supportive head instructor and she really welcoming and want people to success . The reason why I join MMA WCWMA Milpitas is because my parent found this place for $10 for 10 days deal and so I like how clean this place is . The instructors are positive and very welcoming. So when I join on my first white belt to black belt journey I got to scream loud with energy opening my commitment belt . I seen so much change in myself in my energy and how much sweat I have that I didn't have before I join . During martial arts here in West Coast Milpitas Ernie Reyes , I knowtice how easy martial arts journey from the beginning is , and basically learning something new and trying to do the technique faster and memorize. I made new buddies and I started to practice like my instructors advice . I couldn't be thankful to have met these cool instructors and martial artist that have influence my life . I know how long 4 years or 3 year's journey to earning a black belt is when it's hard and you have to overcome it . I practice and there's time I think I never made it to a new belt and I know how stressful that is when kids already made it to a new belt while I didn't . That when I know I had to practice and listen to music and relax and try to tell my body I will be fine and I just need practice . I try to be more positive instead of negative. When I'm negative i know I will get bad luck on something. So I try harder in those moments and I achieve myself stripes and I become more positive. Mistakes are just tiny and that I could fix them through out practice. I pray to god everyday to give me a good life and martial arts . I did and I love god and appreciate what I got when I practiced , positive , and pray. I would cry a little or just get nervous because of how hard it is but I master through it and I'm so proud of myself and West Coast Milpitas for being in my life and dedication. I would recommend here , it just that the instructors are welcoming and they are very nice and gentle . There practice needed in this karate system and it will fix mistakes . I know martial artist who show commitment will have to overcome challenging levels and intensity . It will be fine and just be positive and pray and try to practice . I didn't believe it till I do martial arts I begin having full energy and positivity and basically good character after I join . Karate is my ohana and part of me and I would like to thank every martial artist that I had taught me through this and has been part of my life . "When you spend time with someone then that will make them positive with you and get to know you more and you will get along with them ". It will take time here and don't rush , just practice over and over again you will be fine . They will make you physically ,emotionally , spiritually, and to have a good character. Just trust in karate and you will see throughout martial arts life and commitment how much impact you make in them and how much friendship and love you gave to them during your time . Karate will boost confidence and it will make you feel positive and happy throughout life . West Coast Milpitas is a great happy training place with fun activities to do. How I get to have fun in karate during my training is to train hard for it , it one of my instructor advice SBN Jose. Kjn Ernie Reyes thank you for dedication of your program it help me alot . Couldn't ever be thankful to have your program West Coast Milpitas in my life . I always pray, show love and have karate by my side throughout hard times .

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Academy Of Self Defense - Combat Fit Class: GRIT

Academy Of Self Defense

4.8(410 reviews)
4.4 miNorth San Jose
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I started taking the Krav Maga classes because I could take a class at the same time my 10-year-old…read moreson was taking the kid's Krav class. It allowed me to get an extra hour of a workout in during the week and now I'm hooked! Krav is a real world self-defense that makes me feel strong and prepares me for real life situations. ASD also offers many other classes and so many talented instructors! Coach Shayne has been a big influence on myself and my husband. He continues to help us learn proper fighting techniques. Andrea is an awesome coach who continues to amaze us! Amit, Troy, Chris, Sergey, Marziya, and Jason have all taught me so much in Krav. Ilya's Hyrox and Fighter Flow classes are fun and a great workout! He also has a cook book that explains easy and healthy recipes! Manny's Boot Camp/kickboxing classes are always intense and will leave you sore. James' DEKA class was creative, hard and definitely worth a try! My son has enjoyed the Kids Krav classes....thank you James, Andrea, Anh and Marziya for teaching the big group of kids! I love watching him come home and practice and share what he learned. We often compare what we are all doing in class during the week. I can't forget Neal, the owner! And Carrie at the front desk! They always make us feel welcome and at home! I joined the Locked In For Summer Challenge that they organized at ASD. It has helped me stay focused on my nutrition and fitness goals. And has helped me meet some new friends! Overall, ASD is a super special place. I'm so glad my family found it and I'd recommend it to anyone interested!

love this place! the instructors are all so friendly and helpful. I initially came with my…read moreboyfriend because he wanted to try muay thai and i wanted to do the fitness classes and now he wants to do fitness and I want to do more fighting haha. Just got the membership for fitness classes and it is VERY worth it :)

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Muay Thai Academy International

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4.5(13 reviews)
5.1 miNorth San Jose

Wish I had found this place sooner! I have trained ring style muay thai before I came here... and…read morehonestly this is authentic and original as you can get. It's like what a real old school gym is like - no classes... you walk in and warm up and the Kru and Sr. Instructors come up to you and provide you with one on one instruction. Honestly, if your goal focus is to compete then this is NOT the gym for you - not saying there is anything wrong with training to compete - but this gym isn't for that! But if you want to sharpen your ring technique - in addition to going to where ever it is that you train now - then by all means come here and learn this style. But like i said... if your sole purpose for training is to compete, Muay Thai Academy is not the gym that will be out there trying to get to fights. Here we focus more on techniques that are more applicable to real life, self-defense, protection, law enforcement, etc - but with the Muay Thai twist to it. So what I am saying is.... Muay Thai Academy is very welcoming with a team of experienced instructors that you won't find anywhere else. I wanted a place that kept the authenticity and integrity of Muay Thai and I found it here.

With so many McDojos and ridiculous UFC-wannabe gyms in the South Bay, the Muay Thai Academy truly…read moreis something different. There is a reason people have come from around the globe to seek instruction here -- it's just that unique. While 'Muay Thai' is in the name of the school, it is merely the foundation of the principle art taught here: Close Quarters Combat. Close Quarters Combat is a combination of several martial arts (old style Muay Thai known as Muay Chao Chur, the military style known as Ledrit, as well as Boar Bando and Kalaripayat, a Burmese and Indian Combat Art) and is designed for street applications: law enforcement, VIP Protection, multiple opponent, military, and self defense. They can teach "ring style" as well, but sport/competition is less of a focus here. In addition to hand-to-hand combat, bladed and stick weapons training are also available. Instruction takes place in a free-form, semi-private format. With the exception of a conditioning class here and there, there isn't a structured class setting like you'll find at other gyms. The Academy is open from 5pm to 9:30, M-Th and late Saturday morning/afternoon, and you can go in any time during those hours and train for as long as you'd like or can handle. Instructors and Junior Instructors walk the floor, answer questions, setup drills, and help you work through techniques on an individual basis, then let you try them out on your own or with others. The Instructors are all top notch, have been working together for years, yet still have varied backgrounds and unique methods of teaching. Collectively, the knowledge they can impart is unmatched in any martial arts school in the area. I've trained here for the last several years off and on (my hectic work/travel schedule and frequent basketball-related injuries keep me from going as regularly as I'd like) and can't recommend it enough if you're a self-motivated, hard-working individual looking for unique, personalized martial arts training with street-applicable, self-defense focus from some of the most experienced combat technicians around. It is a real privilege to live in the same vicinity as this school.

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