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Legacy - Pasadena

4.9 (33 reviews)
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I'm 42 year old, and started training 2 years ago. Legacy has changed my life for the better in that time. I feel healthier, mentally stimulated and more socially engaged. Your classmates will choke you out and vise versa, but at the end of the day everyone is like a tight knit family from all ages and lots in life. The class schedule is accommodating those like myself who work late, by offering classes in the early morning and later at night. The coaches and professors vary widely in their teaching techniques, which makes each class unique. My 11 year old daughter has also trained for a little over 2 years and loves it. BJJ has not only become a bonding thing for us, but has drastically improved her discipline and self confidence. I would highly recommend Legacy to anyone who is interested in trying something new that will 100% benefit you in the long term.

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Candie S.

This is a great facility for young and old alike! They just opened up again after about a decade long hiatus in Pasadena. Our kids (boy 5yo and girl 8yo) have been going for about a month now and they love it! The confidence they are building is priceless. The instruction is top notch and the kids truly love the instructors. The facility is very clean because they are so new and they have classes everyday of the week. If you've ever been on the fence about trying out something new for your kids, or even as an adult, I highly recommend this place. Professor Alberto Crane is the best there is!

Samii W.

We took a trail class her which they offer (2) to beginners. My son definitely enjoyed the class and my daughter has so much fun she fell asleep all night. I rate 5 stars because they had a lot of helpful couches and a great professional that helped couch all the kiddos. We'll definitely be back thanks guys!!!

Fabian G.

My son and myself both recently started classes here. They are super nice & personable coaches. It's a very welcoming atmosphere. They are very technical and explain very small details. It's fun where late night classes they'll play music. It's spacious and clean too. Most of all they are extremely encouraging, I hadn't done Jiu Jitsu in 20 years and they didn't make it awkward for me to get back in. -Fabian & Sebastian

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I recommend this place to all kids!! I wouldn't take my kid anywhere else Not only has my child learned a skill she has made a family! The coaches and professors love what they do and are dedicated to teaching. I pray she wants to stick with it because it has taught her so much discipline and has given her a much needed outlet. My daughter absolutely loves Legacy

Legacy offers group and private classes -- both are awesome!

Great professors and coaches; healthy and welcoming for both kids and adults. My family enjoys it a lot!

I don't have the words to explain how amazing this gym is. From the second you walk in, to the moment you leave you're overwhelmed with a positive and welcoming environment. From the instructors, to the office staff and coaches, everyone welcomes you with a big smile and hug like a family meme er you haven't seen in a long time. I started just about a year ago and if I had to do it over I wouldn't even blink and taking a trial class anywhere else but here. everyone who has the opportunity to try a class, whether for themselves or their kids, I highly recommend coming to Legacy Pasadena!

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They are very nice, patient with kids, and teach understandably. I have only been here for a year and, I'm pretty strong.

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An amazing place to train at. Daniel and Brian are amazing coaches and really break down moves so no one is ever lost

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Amazing teachers and coaches. World class JiuJitsu, and a friendly positive vibe. Legacy is awesome.

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I love this place, totally recommend it for anyone that would like to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

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Classic Kickboxing

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Been training in the ancient art of boxing with kicks for more than a decade now at a few gyms in…read moreand around L.A., and Classic Kickboxing by far is the CLEANEST. In fact, of all the gyms I've been to - including the ones that fit into the LA/24 Hour Fitness mould - this spot in the heart of Old Town Pasadena still remains the most diligent in terms of hygiene. And that's something that's often overlooked in gyms, especially ones that specialize in contact training and use mats. You can easily pick up a case of staph or any other crap that will do serious harm to your body if your gym floors and equipment are filthy and unkempt. (Google Ben Askren if you want to know what can happen to you if you train in a filthy gym.) Mauricio, Classic Kickboxing's owner/instructor, absolutely ensures that his establishment stays clean by reminding everyone to sanitize their stations after each session. That means wiping down the bags, mats, and everything else you've soiled. On that tangent, I know some other reviewers have complained about Mauricio being too militant about his gym's cleanliness, or - strangely enough - even bitched and moaned about the facility not being clean at all. I seriously doubt they've been to many other gyms. His cleaning regimen is not only for your safety, but others as well. Speaking of Mauricio, he is an excellent technical instructor and a really approachable guy. Don't be afraid to ask him questions. He is there to teach you! If you watch his instruction closely, you can see why he is a former Colombian kickboxing champ; his form and technique is excellent, especially his kicks, which he was known for during his career. You will definitely learn proper technique here if you pay attention. Mauricio's kickboxing classes are group instruction and ALL levels of skill are welcomed. Classes run for about 40 to 45 minutes or so and they involve striking and kicking drills, with some form of plyo in between. The last few minutes are meant for core/abs work and light stretching. Is it difficult? It really all depends on how much effort you put into it. You can move at your own pace for sure and nobody will call you out on it (I know some gyms use shame as a type of tactic to motivate you; works for some, most others not so much). But Classic Kickboxing really is a stress-free establishment that rewards those who put their all into their workouts. Other things to note: - The gym is big and beautiful to look at. Lots of heavy bags, lots of space. The other side of the facility has a full ring and another large room. This area is for private instruction only. - They have secured lockers on-site in case you'd like to stow away your valuables. - Parking is paid on the streets nearby, which is ideal. But if you can't find a spot, there are a lot of garages in the area within walking distance. - Mauricio is the primary kickboxing instructor. He has a couple others, but I'd recommend taking his class first (see their online schedule) if you're new. - His other instructors teach boxing and judo. One of his boxing instructors, Christian, was a sparring partner for former world champ Vasiliy Lomachenko. That says quite a lot. - Monthly dues are fair, and compared to the other kickboxing gyms I've been to, actually a bit cheaper. You schedule classes online through their website, or on the Mindbody app. - Best of all, this gym is MEATHEAD-free. Of all the contact gyms I've been to, there's always at least one fragile, big-ego type who walks around like they're the next big thing and tries to pick up on anyone who walks by. If they're here, I haven't seen them at all. And I'm here quite a bit. I believe Mauricio can spot these alpha fail types very quickly and "discourages" them from coming back. Bottom line: Classic Kickboxing is a fun, great workout in a stress-free, meathead-free, and super-clean environment. You couldn't ask for much more than that.

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