Where to begin? Our boys (ages 7 and 5) have been with Kickforce for more than 2yrs now. Kickforce has been a wonderful experience both for our boys and for us parents. Master Aguilar is amazing! His energy, patience, determination, kindness are constantly displayed. It's clear that he and his team truly care about what they teach and the people they teach. Every one of the instructors are great teachers, and good people. They make a concerted effort to connect with each of their students, and our boys are no exception. I'll be the first to admit that our boys haven't always wanted to come to class, but the instructors have done a terrific job engaging them, teaching strength and discipline, but most importantly character. We originally signed them up to help instill self confidence, and the results are evident. A big thank you to team Kickforce from us and any prospective students. Keep up the good work! read more

Kick force is located off Miramar road. It's to the west of the new Land Rover/Jaguar dealership. The parking is shared with all the business in the plaza. We have been going here for the last 3 years. The instructors are very accommodating and understand that every kid or adult has their own learning styles. The instructors also memorize all the kids names which gives it more of a personal touch. The instructors get to know your family which helps build a strong bond between lessons learned there and our own parenting styles. The place has an overall great vibe of leadership and teaching. They have lots of class times throughout the week that could fit almost every families schedule. I've posted the most up to date schedule. The pricing is fair and comparative with other places. If you have specific questions about pricing l would just call them or come in. The price could vary from how many times you yourself want to go or your child. We continue to recommend this place to our family and friends. read more

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Five Stars All the Way! I've had the absolute best experience at KickForce! The instructor and teachers are not only highly skilled martial artists, but also an incredible teachers who truly care about each student's progress--whether you're a complete beginner or working toward your black belt. The atmosphere is always positive, respectful, and motivating. It's more than just learning self-defense or getting in shape (though you'll definitely do both!) -- it's about building confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of community. Every class challenges my children to push their limits. They enjoy every class they attend. If you're looking for a place to train, grow, and be inspired, this dojo is where you want to be. read more

My son Amedeo loves it he's made friends an his confidence has skyrocketed he really enjoys the training he is throwing kicks an punches around the house full time training read more

We love kickforce! We are so happy to be back. My son loves coming and I can definitely see a difference in attitude and willingness to try his best since we've come back! read more

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We started our son here in July of 2022 at five years old. It IS a martial arts school but it's also so much more than that. He really thrived in the Tigers (under 7) program and picked up pretty quickly on the martial arts part of it, thanks to the fantastic instructors. They all grew up training with Master Aguilar so, although young, they benefited from his consistent training and it shows in their incredible interpersonal skills, patience, maturity and knowledge of martial arts. They all genuinely love martial arts and have a passion for making it an enjoyable experience for the kids as well. All that aside, what I was most impressed by was our son's change in attitude and confidence. He has always been a confident kid but the emphasis on life skills and practical application of those life skills is what really impressed me about this school. It's what influenced my decision to sign him up for their leadership program and ultimately why I signed him up to be a student there for life. Additionally, they have such a presence in the community and the relationships built between the students and their families is the best. It's those relationships that encouraged me to try cardio kickboxing at their sister location in Encinitas and what ultimately encouraged me to sign my other two kids AND me up for martial arts as well. read more

I highly recommend Kickforce! We signed our children up and they really enjoy it. My wife and I take classes now and we love it as well. The curriculum and life skills are super beneficial for all ages! read more

This place is awesome. My 4 year old has been coming for about 6 month And we've seen a giant improvement in confidence and listening skills. Mr. Stone is amazing and is always remembering everyone's name and is very patient with all his Tigers. I recommend this place to any parent who is looking for self discipline for their own children. read more

This review is long overdue. Honestly i don't know where to start but i'll try. We've been wanting our son to do karate for over a year now but we've been too busy to look for a good place for him. He was very hyper and acted out a lot, to the point that we considered taking him to the doctor for ADHD. When I found Kickforce and read all the 5 star reviews I felt hopeful and thought it would do my son some good. I was wrong, it did a lot more than "some good." It's been almost a life changing experience not only for our son, but for us too. Since we signed him up in summer he's come such a long way that I feel overwhelmed when I think of how he used to act before. Since he started, he's become a completely different person. He always used to follow others around and would fall in with the wrong kids. Learning bad things instead of good, and acting out, looking for attention, and being hyper at all times. Now he's more polite, kinder, nicer, and more caring. He's not perfect and still has some kinks, but he's doing so much better than before. He's more positive and open minded, finding his voice, gaining confidence, and opening up. Kickforce helped him find himself and discover his strength and confidence. The staff here is utterly amazing. What can I say? They're all wonderful people and it shows. The way they treat the kids, from the littles in tiger class, to the adults in beginner or advanced class is honestly just flooring. They are all very polite and always acknowledging everyone, young or old with "yes sir" or "yes ma'am." They're funny, positive, nice, and always encouraging the students, big or small. Master Aguilar is a great teacher, he imparts words of wisdom and teaches in a way that exudes positivity. From his sense of humor to his patience he's a wonderful person all around. Mr. Stone and Mr. Lam are a comedic duo. When those two are together they make everyone laugh with their antics. Mr. Stone is a wonderful teacher and he seems to really love the kids, as the tigers seem to absolutely adore him. He is always smiling, laughing, and engaging the kids in a positive way, whether he's high fiving some or complimenting others. He always knows what to say to make them feel good about themselves. Honestly just a wonderful young man all around and i hope that my son can grow up to be like him some day. Mr. Lam is a good assistant to Mr. Stone and is the more shy and quieter of the two. You can always find him walking around with a big smile on his face. The beautiful Ms. Iwanski is also amazing. She's not only very funny but she's super sweet, professional, and always positive. She is always making sure all the students are working hard but also having fun. She's the absolute sweetest young lady i've ever come across and i just adore her. Apologies to the rest of the staff as i don't know them or haven't interacted with them, however i can say, that everyone there is wonderful. Honestly i can go on and on about how amazing they are but i'm sure a lot of other people know, otherwise they wouldn't be bringing their kids here. if you are looking for a place to bring your child and hoping you can watch them blossom into a future leader, then come here. Don't even bother looking for any other karate or jiu-jitsu places. I promise you won't regret it. read more

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We asked for pricing multiple times for my five year old son. They won't give it unless you tease the poor child with their free class first. I don't understand what makes sense about teasing the child and embarrassing the parents if they can't afford it. It's a shame. read more

I found out about Kickforce by word of mouth. My good friend and his kids have been students for years, and recommended the school to my sister for my nephew. My 5 yo nephew started his Kickforce journey last year and participates in the Tiger Program. A few weeks after he started, he was invited to join the Leadership Program. It's an extra fee to participate in the LP, but because my nephew thoroughly enjoyed doing the Tiger classes - they decided to invest and accepted the invite to join Leadership. I was invited quite often to watch my nephew as he learned the fundamentals in the Tigers class (a 6 and under class) and witnessed how he thrives in the Leadership Program (classes that are made up of students from all belt levels and all ages). As a visitor, I am impressed by the instructors, especially Mr. Stone and Mr. Waning. They are the instructors I've seen most often when I've watched my nephew in class. I admire their interaction with the Tigers because they are present and patient with the students. They are respectful, and find the time not only to teach the group as a whole, but they pay attention when a child is having a bad day and do their best to motivate the them. They coach the children and reinforce the life lessons (IE importance of self-esteem) that the school is founded on. Although I was just a guest, I found myself listening to the life lessons and I'll tell you what...they got me! I became a Kickforce student this past February and am proud to be a white belt. This is the first time I've taken martial arts and I appreciate the discipline and community at Kickforce. It's been over a month now, and I noticed that I am more present, motivated, and overall happier. It's probably the endorphins because the classes are a great workout! I thrive in group workout settings because of the accountability and the team environment. I take the Beginners class and the Teen/Adult class (sometimes all in the same day) and love it! I look forward to my KF days. Kudos to Master Aguilar and the whole Kickforce team for building an environment where people of all ages can thrive, including this lady who is 'Strong as a Godmother'. read more

My daughter has been attending classes at Kickforce since the spring of 2021. You know it's a good martial arts program when you see random friends and coworkers taking their sons and daughters to class. Master Aguilar and his team have an awesome program that doesn't just teach martial arts but also respect, communication, and leadership. Since my daughter started taking classes I've seen her grow from a shy little girl to an outgoing and outspoken little leader in school and at home. read more

Fantastic instructors. Always so passionate and professional. My son has been here over 4 years now and loves it every single second. Will recommend to all my friend! read more

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My son joined kickforce 6 months ago and he has grown so much in a short amount of time. They not only focus on taekwondo, martial arts but also on discipline, confidence, respect and so much more. My son used to be really shy but he has definitely built his confidence and actively participates and speaks up not only at KF but at school as well. I highly recommend this place. If you are on the fence or have been thinking abput signing up your kids for martial arts, this is your sign to go for it! read more

The instructors are great with kids. They try to call each child by name which makes kids feel like they belong. My child has been very happy attending for the past 2 yrs; above all, the instructors have been instrumental in increasing my child's self esteem. read more

My granddaughter Liannah likes to attend the classes and loves working with all of her instructors. I appreciate their focus on raising their confidence/self-esteem and accountability not only in their class but at home and school, too. Belynda Maloney read more

I am very happy that my family found KickForce 3 years ago. Every time we step in the studio, it's always full of life and energy. Master Aguilar and Mrs. Aguilar goes above and beyond in helping families. They listen to parents goals for their children and guide every child in achieving these goals. They help the kids build a strong foundation whether it's working on focus, self esteem, discipline, and many more. They make sure that each child achieve their full potential. It is life changing and an incredible journey of a lifetime. All the instructors are very well trained and have the same passion for martial arts as Master and Mrs. Aguilar. They bring such enthusiasm and positive attitude that the kids and adults enjoy each and every class. I would highly recommend joining the KickForce family and begin your journey. read more

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My son has blossomed in the 4 months since he has joined Kickforce. He was shy and unsure of himself at the first lesson but now is confident in performing martial arts in front of a crowd. This is a family friendly business that really focuses on bringing the best out of every child. read more

KickForce Martial Arts - Martial Arts Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is amazing. My 4-year-old was diagnosed with ADHD and was having a lot of trouble focusing and paying attention. This made it difficult to get him involved in activities and often times we didn't exactly feel welcome. Here, we felt welcome immediately. There are generally 3-4 instructors per class and they do a great job keeping the kids' attention. Also, after our son first started, he had difficulty focusing/listening/paying attention (which I expected) and they would put an instructor on him specifically to keep him motivated. One other thing also made a huge difference for me: the instructors seemed to WANT him there. I started getting frustrated with him at the beginning, but they kept telling me to give it some time, he'll get it. Around 3 months in, things really started to click. 6 months in, my son is flourishing. His listening/focus at home and school has dramatically improved. Just before starting karate, we were being told he should be medicated. But with the great strides he has made (which I attribute to Kickforce more than anything else), his teachers and occupational therapist are in agreement that this step is no longer needed at this point, which came as a great relief. Kickforce offers a free class to potential students and they get to break a board, which gets them really excited. Recently, the classes started getting a bit full, so they added additional classes. They have class every day of the week and at different times, so it's easy to work around other activities. The kids are also able to rise through the belt ranks every 3 months or so which keeps them motivated. I highly recommend! read more

My daughter had a classmate that was enrolled at Kickforce and it interested her, so we checked out the free trial promo. Now since my daughter is small for her age and can become very shy - my wife and I thought this would be perfect to teach her self defense and build self confidence. Master Aguilar and his staff are top notch and work very well with all of their students. My daughter is proud to put on her uniform when she has to go to class. From watching her learn forms, to breaking boards and mastering her weapons - the shy and scared little girl is long gone! read more

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My 7-yr old grandson, Cruz, has been taking Tae Kwon Do since 2018. The main reason for enrolling him in the class was for him to learn discipline and self-defense. Being new to the school and community, he was bullied non-stop for 5 months at school. Master Aguilar has been very instrumental in helping Cruz build self-confidence, focus and discipline. When bullied about 2 months ago, Cruz was able to stand up for himself and used the techniques he learned at KickForce, without the situation turning into anything physical. I asked Cruz if he felt scared during the bullying, and he gave me a resounding, "no." Master Aguilar shares his skills with the students of varying ages, always emphasizing that physical contact is the last resort. He is very animated and continually motivates his students to excel throughout the class. He teaches the kids how to defend themselves against bullying and strangers. More importantly, he is extremely patient with the students who lose focus in class, and stresses the importance of respect. My husband and I feel very confident that Cruz, on his volition, will continue taking the classes under Master Aguilar's tutelage beyond black belt. The KickForce staff is very respectful and helpful. We would definitely recommend KickForce to family, friends and strangers. read more

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My son loves this place! They are so good with kids. My son is 5 and in the Tigers class. They teach self-esteem,confidence and discipline. I highly recommend this place! read more

My 11yr old son has been attending Kickforce for a month now. Hands down, this is the only sport, activity he looks forward to every week. My son has ADHD, low self esteem, and social anxiety. He's never shown interest in anything other than gaming, electronics. We tried juijitsu and karate years ago, but it wasn't for him. He looks forward to his biweekly Kickforce classes and is usually dressed and waiting in the car which shows how much he loves it. Master Aguilar is an excellent instructor and role model. He teaches kids discipline, self defense, and respect not only in the gym but in everyday life. Now, there are numerous Taekwondo studios, but I highly recommend Kickforce because of Master Aguilar and his team and teaching style. I can't praise Kickforce enough for all the positivity they have brought into our life. read more

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Love this place highly recommend for kids. Such a fun learning environment the instructors are young energetic

We love this place. Instructors are well trained and provide right 360 degree guidance, not just for the martial art training but to nurture a solid personality as well. read more

My daughter has been here for a month now and although it is very early on in her black belt endeavor, we have seen so much improvement with her! She is confident, controlled, and remains respectful to herself and her peers. I'd like to acknowledge KickForce for reinforcing teachings that we implement at home. The instructors are great and they really care for the students and their success. My daughter always says, "I want to be a Tae Kwon Do girl instructor" and always raises her hand when they ask for a "strong leader." She looks forward to attending classes 3x a week and it is never a struggle. I received my black belt at a more strict, traditional Korean TKD studio (KickForce is ATA). Although to each their own, I believe that for the younger kids being introduced to the sport, KickForce is great for its positive atmosphere and your can really tell student enjoy classes there. I hope that having a good experience early on encourages her to continue for many more years to come! read more

My daughter is in the Tiny Tigers class and has absolutely progressed every week she's gone! Mr. Aguilar and Mr. Villasenor are both totally awesome instructors and really know how to interact with children. Coming from a Child Development professional, this means a lot! Every class is so packed with fun, discipline, and they learn so much! Even if you or your kiddo is reluctant, keep going! Everyone there is so welcoming and provides one on one in group classes as often as needed. My daughter needs a little more of a push and they're always supporting her so one way or another she ends up participating confidently! Miss Hallex as well as the instructors really attend to each family's individual needs and make you feel comfortable. Building a close relationship with them comes easy! Our family looks forward to going to class week after week, and eventually year after year. HIGHLY recommend this establishment! Oh and a bonus perk is there's delicious $1 cake pops sold at their events. read more

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They impart so much skills, knowledge & discipline to their students, especially with my toddler.

What a wonderful community! My son started coming here and I can't express how wonderful they have been. All the teachers really take the time to learn about each student and teach at each students pace. They have great communication and great attitudes. If you are looking to sign you child up for fun and exciting experience, join KickForce! The front staff is super wonderful as well. I can't wait to see son's growth through the years! read more

Kick force is not only amazing, but the staff really care for your kids. Master Agilar is a true professional, loving, caring and kind! He knows his skill. The staff each and every teacher including Danellia at the front desk is amazing. Your kid will grow, become a better person and a better martial arts expert! read more

Parents beware of Kickforce - I really am disappointed and realized how stupid I was thinking that the owners of Kickforce actually thought about their students and families. We have two children who were in Kickforce with a total monthly bill of $400. We also signed up our daughter to camp which was $300, totaling $700. My husband had to accept a job and could not continue. After we formally notified them of the situation, the following week they charged our credit card $400. I thought it was just late action by Kickforce. I called to request some reconciliation since the charges were for the next month. They not only did not return the $400, they kept the additional $300, stating it is in the contact that the camp is none refundable and we needed to give a 30 day notice to stop classes! Even though the classes require no additional preparation for our children. What a money making scam, please be aware that you will not get any money back for anything from Kickforce, even in an emergency. read more

We've been here 4 months now and can't get over how happy we are to drive the 30 minutes, we live in Chula Vista, to come here everyday. We literally come everyday because it's that good. With each class my daughter is getting better and better, she's more engaged, her passion is stronger than it has been in a few years. There are no pictures of the instructors all over the walls, nope. This place specializes in their students. This is also one of the first studios I've seen that cleans on a daily basis, the owners even help clean! It doesn't matter where you live in SD County, this is the martial arts studio you've been waiting for. read more

Our 4 year old joined kickforce after trying a week of classes this past summer. He was interested and sometimes not wanting to go after a long day of school. However, the instructors are attentive to all the children and individually. Once he was earning those stripe stickers on his belt, he was so motivated to keep working hard. At his first graduation, he was SO inspired. He wears his belt around everywhere and hooked on Kickforce. We appreciate all the team members who are positive, encouraging, invigorating and inspiring to EACH child/individual. We love seeing the younger leaders come help with the Tigers classes. The numbers are growing due to the extra care and love they give to each family and we look forward to ongoing thriving and success of all those a part of Kickforce! read more

Kickforce is a great Taekwondo studio for all ages, especially for my 3 boys (ages 6-10). Master Aguilar and his team of instructors really know how to get their attention. My kids have really grown a passion for martial arts and could spend everyday here if they could. From forms to sparring to weapons, they enjoy being part of the Kickforce family. read more

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Yesterday during my sons leadership class, his instructor was telling about how he was bullied when he was a kid, and that if anyone was having problems that they could always pull him aside and talk to him about it. On the way home my son told me how much he loved karate, and how much he loved his instructors. I asked him how it made him feel when his instructor told him about his experiences. He told me that it made him feel like he wasn't the only one. That it made him feel like he wouldn't have to always deal with mean kids. Just one of many many reasons that I love Kickforce! read more

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We have a 7 year old that's been going the last 2 years. Not the cheapest, but I really like how they teach the kids and lessons they teach. There's a level of patience, respect and accountability that the instructors always show to even the most energetic kiddos. We interviewed a few places in the area and decided to sign on with Kickforce because it's evident that the lessons they teach don't just turn out black belts, they also help the kids grow to become good natured, respectful, dedicated young adults. read more

I found this place via Groupon. What an amazing place, I had no idea! This is an ATA franchise studio. Mr Aguilar and Ms. Hallex make Martial Arts fun. They offer classes from ages 3 to adults. Every testing period you learn a new weapon. My child never loses interest or stops learning. He loves the Leadership classes where the the kids learn about self respect, belief in themselves and bully defense. The Legacy class is my favorite, he learns to actually teach and assist kids in The 3-6 year old classes. He has met so many wonderful people here. All the families are so friendly and welcoming. Mr. Torres, Mr. Kuboyama, and Mr. Tolentino have great enthusiasm, skill and are so encouraging to him. They know every child's name. There are lots of fun events and contests for the kids. I love and take their Kickboxing classes Tues/ Thurs at 9:30AM. The floors are padded and the bags are not too hard on the legs. My son also loves Hyper Pro Sports Friday evenings-tricking and extreme forms to high energy music! We started one year ago and now my daughter and I are started up last week. It's such a great deal if you enroll more than 2 family members. Checkout Instagram for their daily posts! This is our second home- I am highly recommending this place. read more

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When I first enrolled my older son at KickForce, I had to fill out a form asking me what my concerns were and what I thought he needed to work on. At the time, my son had just turned 7 and had difficulty with focus, paying attention and following directions. I had teachers complain about him and I seriously considered having him tested for ADD. I felt KickForce was my last hope. When I first met Mr. Aguilar and Ms. Hallex, I thought they were nice, but I wasn't sure if these two young, attractive people could help my son. I came in with a Groupon and so I decided to try the classes for 45 days since I felt I had nothing to lose. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the rapid changes I saw in my son. Mr. Aguilar is a great instructor! I genuinely believe that his experience, dedication and enthusiasm transformed my son. In every single class he teaches his passion shines through. He's so humble and doesn't mind sharing his personal experiences with the children which I think helps them relate to him better. My son is also part of the Leadership program, which teaches the kids about being exemplary models in society. He learns about honesty, perseverance, discipline, etc. Last year I decided to enroll my 4 years old son and he's in the Tiger program for the kids under 7 years old. He had watched his brother for a year and was eager to participate as well. It's been a year and a half now and in addition to Mr. Aguilar, the classes are taught by Mr. and Ms. Kuboyama and Mr. Torres. Everyone, including Ms. Galdiano, is so nice and professional. During class, at least one instructor will come up and greet the parents. Everyone here knows my kids names and everyone genuinely cares about their progress. I feel truly blessed that my kids are part of the KickForce family. Thank you Mr. Aguilar and Ms. Hallex!!!! read more

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Enrolling my kids in KickForce is one of the best things I've done for them as a parent. I think every kid should learn self defense in case they ever need to use it. KickForce gives them so much more than that, however. The owners, Mr. Aguilar and Ms. Hallex, are so good with kids and the parents. I don't know how they do it, but they get to know each of their students and parents too. They not only want the students to succeed at martial arts, but also at school and home. All of the KickForce instructors are positive role models and I'm glad my kids look up to them. If you're a parent looking for a martial arts school for your child, come check out KickForce and see the students, parents, and instructors interact. It's definitely a family atmosphere. My family practically lives here. read more

My daughter loves it here. It is her first martial arts experience. She has been able to move up in the ranks. Her teachers are great. They take an active role and talk about bullying and other things kids go through. I was surprised that she wanted to stay. Master Aguilar (sorry if I misspelled) is very passionate about martial arts. I think it rubs off. read more

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