Heard about this dojo for a while now,since the first time it opened in Clayton started at $20 for…read morethe trial ,now it is $50 for 2 classes. After trial my daughter likes it, particularly the vibes there,Master Baek and staffs are very friendly. So decided to sign her up, I pay $250 a month for twice a week classes( 4 options for 4 difference classes) They do not accept cash,if you decide to sign up, Only direct deposit. And expects to 3-4% inflation after a year usually February. I KNOW EXPENSIVE right, NO! the lifetime experience, discipline, the skills that Master taught our kid is more valuable than anything, well for the price that I pay better be good ^^....so try it out today....come and see in person,bring your kid,make them busy.

Ji Sung Taekwondo the best place for my kids They enjoy…read moretheir training. The instructor are so great and positive.

We signed up our son in the Panda (evening) class. He attended 3 classes but unfortunately on the…read more4th class, he was hurt by the same kid THREE times and none of the instructors teaching the class paid attention or saw this. I had to call out to the instructor, who was supposed to be his mentor and was present, to tell her this kid was purposely hurting my child. In one of these incidents, he made my son bleed. The kid has been allowed to stay and Matt informed he he'd be talking to the parents and the kid. He said to him it didn't appear intentional from the videos. Yet this kid made my son bleed, hurt him and ONLY him THREE times. Unfortunately my child, who just turned four, has refused to go back. Perhaps one of the first introductory lessons should be with the child and parents about respect and safety towards fellow classmates with zero tolerance for this behavior. The only positive thing here is to say thank you to Mr. Cristian who tried his best to support our son in an attempt to help him get back to class. You are a great teacher, kind, and friendly. You, by far, showed more empathy to my son and genuine care. You will make a great sensei one day.

I first enrolled my son into the karate class for the 21 day/ $21 deal. The 21 day deal also came…read morewith a karate uniform, which is extremely generous, because I would imagine that that alone cost $21. We decided to stick with the class and my son absolutely loves it. All the teachers in this class are very nice, works well with children, responsible, respectful, knowledgeable, and very fun. I figured this would be a great set of role models for my child as well. I pay $179 a month for my child. What I love is that they have about three different times available a day and you can come as you please. You do not have to commit to a set time, so you could really get your moneys worth for the price per month. We usually come on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and some Saturdays. This place is kept clean and conveniently located around many different restaurants, with plenty of parking. They even offer "parents night out" events where they offer fun, activity filled, child care. Even though we have not yet partaken in this opportunity, it's nice having the option and I hear the spots fill up fast. Along with martial arts, in every class they teach a lesson of the day on how to be a better person and make good decisions: Which I also find admirable. I definitely recommend MAX academy. It brings my son so much joy to be in the class. They recently had "mommy's day on the mat," it was a fun bonding time for my son and I and I hope there are more to come! I look forward in watching my son grow and progress in this class!

This is a family owned business with an amazing love for what they do. Their business is their…read morefamily and they put their heart into their students completely. This is one of the best privately owned dojos I have encountered. They're the best!

We love coming here. Lots of fun and tons of important learning going on. Our daughter is new and…read moreshe loves it already. Normally shy and now is blossoming into a fierce little warrior.

Great place to come have fun exercise your body and your mind. I have been to a lot of places in my…read morelifetime. Kang's make you feel like family. It make me feel like I can do anything. The trainers are kind and very helpful.

Kang's Tkd is the best academy for all families. My children love it, I even joined with my…read morechildren. We truly feel like family there and i know that all the students and family who have joined this amazing academy feels the same way too:) We love it and would recommend everyone to check it out you will love it too:))

I got my black belt from here. The best place in the East Bay! They are the nicest family and are…read moreextremely professional. Behind their caring attitude are constructive teachers that can push you to be your best if you want to be! Sifu Tim has many years of experience and training that will make you feel like you're in the right hands. He understands the real world, and knows how practical self defense is the most effective personal safety measure. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for quality self defense training.

My son Ty , 13 yrs old, tried his first class at D-1 yesterday and I was impressed. Not…read moreintimidating at all . All instructors were able to cue in on my son's challanges and help him move forward without embarassing him or making him feel inferior. Even though others were present instructors took the time to show him the correct way without singling him out. This was impressive to me because many times students get lost in numbers. Another element that stood out was respect. Not just at a martial arts level, but truely sincere level of respect towards others. Great first impression!

I am going to start by saying my daughter enjoys their after school program. It is reasonably…read morepriced and they help the kids with their homework. I like the fact they have the kids do homework before the karate lessons which teaches the kids responsibility and how to prioritize what is important. They also teach them to be more convenient and they have to work hard if they want to move to another level which instills integrity. They do pick up the kids from some school locations which is helpful for the working parents. I am very happy with this facility , staff and programs.

My son loves coming here to get his homework finished and can't wait until it's his day!!! It's by…read morefar one of the best "investments" we've made for him!!' After being there for a while my view has changed and my son just doesn't have that excitement over going anymore. I'm not sure what happened but after a while my 7 yr olds self esteem isn't what it used to be at all.

Master Barrios is an amazing instructor! The way he connects with and teaches all of his…read morestudents--both encouraging them and holding the line--is what makes him a very one-of-a-kind martial arts instructor. In addition, the way he bridges the philosophy and tenets of taekwondo to real application in every day life forms and develops all of his students not just physically, but also intellectually, emotionally, and socially. His holistic leadership and his ability to create a welcoming community is why my two kids and I willingly and gratefully choose to be part of his dojang! I would recommend any family to visit and enroll in Evolution Martial Arts Center!

This place is a great learning environment for our children. Master Barrios is a great motivator,…read morehas a lot of patience and encourages his students to achieve. We highly recommend this place.

5 stars because there's no 10 stars!…read more My family and I have been training at Dogo Krav Maga for about six months now, and I can't say enough good things about this place. From day one, we were welcomed like we'd been part of the community for years. Gustavo, Gustavo Jr., and Samantha are incredible coaches -- knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about teaching proper technique. They have a way of breaking things down so anyone can understand, whether you're brand new or already have some experience. More importantly, they really care. They notice when you're improving, they push you when you need it, and they always make sure you're learning in a safe, supportive environment. The atmosphere here is exactly what we were looking for. It truly feels like a family. No egos, no intimidation -- just people of all ages and skill levels learning, growing, and having fun together. In the six months we've been here, I've watched my family's confidence, fitness, and overall mindset improve in a way I honestly didn't expect. Being part of this community has made a real difference for us, and we're grateful to be here. If you're considering Krav Maga or just looking for a positive place to get stronger and more confident, Dogo Krav Maga is the real deal. 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.

I studied under Bill for several years learning a great deal from him. he's an excellent teacher,…read morefocused, dedicated, compassionate and he has a great sense of humor! I would highly recommend Bill and teaching kids is his cup of tea

Master Jones it's a great human being. He is an inspiration and I have known him for about 10…read moreyears. I have 3 kids in his Taekwondo classes and all my kids admire him and loves going to the classes. Who ever has a chance to meet him or talk to him is a lucky person. I highly recommend signing up for his classes 100%

I used to train here actively from 1993-2009 (even back when it was USKO, not USKS!). Received my…read moreblack belt in 2003, and continued to train and teach for the rest of my time there. When I was there, the Krupas were my main instructors. I trained and learned from all of them. This place is not just about self-defense. It's about character-building and humility, both applicable traits in their motto "Power under control". Although the main focus is karate, once I got my black belt and had thus mastered just the basics, my training became more focused on specific martial arts, such as judo and aikido. In order to get the most out of my training, I took advantage of many opportunities provided by the dojo, including special training sessions and a special black belt-only class. Shihan Ron was my main instructor, and he was fierce in his teaching - making sure that we were well-disciplined, had good form, and treated each other with respect. A true master of the arts, I loved training under him. One of his sons, Sensei Josh, was an instructor that I would always look forward to learning from (horrible grammar, I know). From an early age, he actually failed me on my green-belt test. I was devastated. From then on, I knew that in order to progress, I would have to give it my all. He taught from example, and never had us do anything that he couldn't. When I tested for my first degree black belt from here, I came out of the test knowing that I earned it. Having my Senseis give me my black belt was recognition to me that my kata form, sparring, and grappling were good enough to truly begin my focused training in the arts. Although I wasn't able to fend off a few black belts at once (part of the test), by the end of the few hours I had a much better understanding of how to focus even during situations that were not advantageous. But most of all, I recognized that my black belt did not mean that I was the best at self-defense; rather, that I was good enough to begin training. My only gripe about the dojo (and it may have been fixed since I left) is that a lot of the students, I felt, got promoted through the ranks without being ready. I saw some of the newer black belts (as well as the lower ranks) and felt that they should have had more training before they received it. Maybe that's changed now though.

I can't say enough about how pleased our family has been with USKS, its family atmosphere and…read morequality training. Our kids began at ages 5 and 7 and have loved it. Naturally, I had a lot of questions about what they would be learning and the pace that the class would go. Sensei Joyce clearly demonstrated the many years that she and her family have been instructing students as she kindly and thoroughly answered all of my questions. I have seen first hand our children grow in their awareness of their surroundings and gain the concentration and discipline that it takes to move through the ranks of this quality martial arts program. When I asked my now 8 year old daughter her opinion of USKS, this was her reply, "USKS is a great place to go to karate. It's different from other karate places because it's Christian and they help you to memorize Bible verses and character traits and what they mean, like attentiveness. They want you to apply them to your life. They have special rewards for people who seem like they work their hardest. They treat everyone equally and really help you learn." My daughter has asked for a private lesson with Sensei Joyce for her birthday which is coming soon and I'm delighted that she sees the excellence in training that she would receive. If you want to be a part of a family community, fun activities, an atmosphere of self-discipline and respect, check out USKS. I wouldn't go anywhere else!