The Location is hazardous ( air quality and soot ) and it shares a space / interior wall with a…read moresmog testing facility. The outer building, door and windows are covered from the adjoining smog business where the soot from the exhaust of thousands of vehicles is caked onto the building. Too bad because this academy sounds good on paper.

I've never, ever left a bad review, and I slept on this review for over a year as i didn't want to…read morepost it but I felt obligated to now. I've been training martial arts over 25 years and the only problems I've ever had have been with the IMB Academy. The head instructor Steven is a nice guy, but he simply has no business being the leader of such a school after the great Richard Bustillo passed. He's apathetic/oblivious and poor at communication and follow up. The final straw for me was when me and my training partner had a scheduled call to discuss our training and Steven completely flaked and never called. I then emailed him to tell him I'm done, and of course he didn't care or inquire as to why I'm done, especially after I had been so dedicated to the IMB. Look elsewhere if you are a serious martial artist and avoid IMB at all costs!

Let me start by saying that Professor Paul Lansang is an accomplished competitor and representative…read moreof the art, as evidenced by his countless medals displayed in the academy. Previously I spent five years at another school, but left when this school opened around the corner from my home. I have been coming here for over three months now and was welcomed into the fold right from the get go. No one has ever displayed any negative ego of any sort. To be honest, it is insanely refreshing to experience such a warm, welcoming atmosphere where you feel comfortable in your growth as a student. Paul is genuinely interested in each students growth, and gives the perfect amount of technical, detailed instruction, but with the right push to encourage you to get better every class. He teaches every single class and is extremely involved in each student's development. As a blue belt, I find it amazing how many little details I was not taught at my previous school, and how my game has improved tremendously in these past few months training here. But make no mistake, here, we work HARD. The evening Adult Classes usually run anywhere from 2-3.5 hours, and in that time, we jog around the mat to warm up, then perform dynamic warm ups that start with bear crawls, but can end with Judo throws, or various guard passes. We Drill To Kill here, which ingrains it into our memory and provides excellent conditioning. After that we break off into pairs and learn the sequence of the day, which can be a positional variation, submission or chain of submissions, guard, pass, or sweep. Paul takes extra care to make sure the students understand not only the technique and its required movement, but WHY this technique would be applied. The last hour or so is hard rolling. Here, we are encouraged to compete, not only to represent our academy, but to also show each individual student how they can improve by testing themselves. In dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic, they have been very responsible and in line with the State and County Directives, initially offering Classes in an appointed time window for small groups as to limit the exposure for families. As the restrictions relaxed, the schedule opened up and the academy grew. There is a required exposure and symptom questionnaire to fill out upon arrival, and your temperature is checked as well. There are also hand sanitizer dispensers available. The mats are cleaned and disinfected regularly, and are well padded. There is about 3inches of puzzle mat as a base layer, with a new Tatami textured roll up mat laid over top. We do takedowns everyday, and I have always felt like the mat can handle the impact. I've only been a student here for a short time, but the camaraderie and brotherhood I've experienced here, the technical expertise in the instruction, combined with the personal hands-on approach from Professor Paul Lansang that reflects on the entire school has made my experience there amazing & extremely special. I absolutely recommend Lansang Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!!

My daughter started jiujitsu with Coach Paul when she was 5, and she's flourished so much since…read morethen. She had tried other martial arts classes in the past but couldn't get past the trial class because she was terrified of the instructor and the environment. Coach Paul is not only an incredible instructor but also very welcoming. My child had so much fun in her very first class, and now, almost two years later, she's still going strong and has even participated in two competitions. She's developing strong jiujitsu skills while having fun, which is a win-win for us as parents. Her training friends are also respectful and friendly. It really feels like one big family here.

It is the perfect place/space for all to learn Taekwondo. The family that owns and runs it are…read moreawesome! I enrolled my grandson in their program, and he loves it. Mac

My girls, ages 12 & 14yo have been with STC since they were 4yo. They learned discipline, time…read moremanagement, self defense and goal setting at a very early age by being in the sport of Taekwondo. Both girls are now part of Team USA (Cadet) under the mentorship of 1992 Olympic Gold Medalist -Master Gergely Salim, Mrs. Sabrina Salim and Coach Jason Delgadillo. Not only did they hone the kids' talent and encourage them to reach for great things that other kids their age can only dream of, but they are also like our own FAMILY. This is a great place for kids, teens and even adults. ******** We love STC *******

After over eight years away from Jiu Jitsu I was eager to get back into training again. Once…read morefinding Professor Marcelo Cavalcanti's academy I knew that I had found the right place for me. Most people do not go back to jiu jitsu at 43 years old, but it was something that I knew I could do if I could find the right instructor and school. Most of my teammates are dads like me and all of my teammates are smart training partners, most of whom serve in the community as local small business owners, law enforcement, education, fire and rescue, as well as nursing and physical therapy. Professor Marcelo's jiu jitsu IQ and experience is world class and with the way he teaches his students it is clear that he wants us all to improve. You should definitely come check out one of the classes! Respectfully, Mr. Moore

The taunts on my FB posts after I demand not to contact me…read more.. Is this what this guy, Marcelo, wants to do, revenge for an honest review? 7 day trial..1 day to be on mat with class/group. The rest of the 6 days are NOT with the class/group and u can watch the class.. seems individual session and other lecture type of crap is going to be the remainder of the free trial. Whi know, he might change this up after my exposure. I suggest if ur going to try the 7 days, ask whether u will get 7 days full with the group/class. 17 years of being here means nothing. 1 day (actually about 1 hour) will not allow u to know whether u want to join or not...so the 2nd day to bring up payment and a 'promotion' that happens every year is ridiculous. The 1 star is because of the actions taken by the professor after the review, which he was pissed (don't care as a review is a review w/out slander), and taunting me on Facebook after demanding to not contact me anymore is harrassment. I don't feel safe knowing he has my home address..but whatever, I'll be ready with my home cameras.

My then 5-year-old joined Power of One in 2021, and since then, every facet of growth has improved…read moredramatically: Concentration, learning, confidence, & alacrity (not to mention strength, speed and conditioning). He now spends four days a week there, learning karate, jiu-jitsu, sparring and weapons(!). It's a toss-up on who enjoys it more, him or my wife and I watching his expanding well-being. They also have family nights, where they entertain all the kids one evening so the parents can have a night out. This school has definitely been an amazing silver lining through the quarantine.

My son has 3 years coming here and he loves it. He came in…read moreas a shy little boy, scared to even throw a punch. Fast forward to now he has learned so much from here. Besides defending himself , he's also learned respect, courage, leadership, integrity, and how to think wisely when it comes to a bully. Awesome place for kids to learn self defense and at the same time have fun

My brother and I signed up for the trial and on day 1 we fell in love. The classes are fun and the…read moretechniques they teach are easy to learn thanks to the coach's.

I just started my journey and everyone from the front desk staff to the instructors are so…read morewelcoming .I highly recommend this school to anyone just starting out you will love it. I just signed up for the year of training. 5 stars all around

My daughter recently started at Machida Karate Academy in Lomita, and I couldn't be happier with…read morethe experience so far. From the very first class, the instructors made her feel comfortable, supported, and excited to learn. They strike a perfect balance between discipline and encouragement, firm when they need to be, but always positive and patient. What really stands out is how intentional they are about teaching both skill and character. My daughter is already showing more confidence, focus, and respect at home, and she looks forward to every class (which says a lot!). The lessons are well-structured, engaging, and age-appropriate, and the instructors truly take the time to help each student improve at their own pace. The academy itself is clean, organized, and clearly run with a lot of pride. Parents get a great view of the classes, and it's easy to see how much care and attention goes into each session.

My son joined the Machida Karate Summer Camp. We had been wanting to sign him up for some kind of…read moremartial arts class, but he really wasn't interested. When I read that the camp also offered crafts, self-defense, and playtime, I thought it would be a great introduction for him. After the camp, he said he wants to go again next year, and this is the only class he wants to continue! Now he's officially enrolled twice a week. To be honest, I wasn't really considering karate and was leaning more toward other martial arts. But I really liked how they teach self-defense, run the class in a disciplined and organized way, and emphasize respect. The teachers are firm yet warm with the kids. I also love how they mix in play, it helps the kids feel connected, and united. That was exactly what my son needed. :)

Solid gym, fun workouts, great people…read more I've joined many gyms during my martial arts journey but Brood 9 is the one that made me feel like part of a team the quickest. Whether you are a beginner or a more experienced martial artist, Coach Anthony and Coach Marlene always push you while adapting to your needs. Whether it is boxing, kickboxing, conditioning classes, or any of the other classes they offer you are guaranteed a sweat and some good laughs. Brood 9 is a hidden gem in the South Bay and I couldn't recommend it enough.

Brood 9 is one of the local small businesses that is an absolute gem…read more Classes are open to all - beginners to more experienced mixed martial artists. I started my Brood 9 journey as a beginner and have gotten to the point where I go everyday not only to improve my fitness, but for the team comradery. It's really a family environment. Whether you want to work on your fitness or your MMA skills - there are classes here for you. Coach Anthony and Coach Marlene run an excellent gym. PS - Zoom classes are also available due to COVID. If you don't feel comfortable coming in, that option is available.

A buddy of mine introduced me to CMMA and their way of Jiu Jitsu/MMA and I really enjoyed it. They…read morehave several MMA fighters there and for me, they had zero ego. Always remembering me and welcoming me to the mats with them. Happy to attend their class when I can... see you on the mats.

Was referred to this gym by a friend that trains here. I wasn't here for a long time due to…read moreschedule and life but highly recommend it here. Instructors are very experienced with boxing and kick boxing which is the classes I signed up for. They also don't mind helping out if your confused and even with feedback. The members in the class are all at different levels of skill which is great because you get to learn from them. As someone with 8 years of experience with Taekwondo. Boxing was very new and different for me but I had alot of fun there and lastly the workout is great!! Maybe once things calm down with what I have going on I'll return to train here.

FTF!!! Not your normal gym. We are family. The coaches are amazing and no workout is ever the same…read more This is the first time I've gone to a gym and have been consistent. I'm coming up on a year and a half. My results haven't only been physical, but my overall wellness has improved. I feel way more confident then I've felt in a long time and I'm truly thankful for that Come check it out!!!

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE FTF Carson. MY ONLY WISH is I learned about them sooner. Their 30 minute workout…read moreare solid, music is fun, COACHES are the best & kind. They let you go at your own pace, with the exercises, but they correct you so you do the right exercise, so the right muscles are worked. They allow you to try out 3 classes. Their prices are fair. Pls check us out.