What an incredible experience for my grandson to gain self-confidence and leadership skills. Wonderful instructors and staff. Highly recommend Manna's for instilling respect, good citizenship as well as dedication. It is amazing what Grand Master Manna and Ma'am have given back to the community and the impact they have had and continue to have on lives of all ages. read more

We're very grateful for Manna's. After not getting into ESS, we were in a bind about what to do with our kid after school. Manna's picks him up from school and brings him to their site where they do coloring, homework, activities, and martial arts. He loves it. And I love having a place for him to go, where he feels comfortable and is learning great character values and martial arts skills! read more

We love Manna's. The best decision we made several years ago for our then 7 year old. Its not just a martial arts studio, its a community. Grandmaster Manna, Ma'am, Master Brandt are all very involved in not only running this iconic institution but also instilling the values of good citizenship in the kids. read more

the people at manna's are awesome! not only do they teach them martial arts but they also teach respect and manners. I have two boys and I couldn't get them to say sir and ma'am, until they went To Manna's. Nowadays, it's hard enough to raise your kids right with the constant information stream. it's very important to have other people helping you along the way. read more

After seeing the growth of several family friends, we took a tour of Manna's. We were immediately impressed with the program. It's run like a gym membership with several options of classes to attend everyday. With regular attendance, kids can steadily move up belt ranks and gain leadership skills as well as self defense. After 5 years, our son has matured and grown in his self confidence, discipline, and ability to manage tricky situations (a friend being too aggressive, stranger awareness, and even a dog attack). We LOVE Manna's Martial Arts! read more

We love Manna's! The leads are amazing - not only for teaching skills but also for their focus on character building. My daughter loves coming to class, has learned actual skills where she has to perform them properly in order to advance (no buying of belts with just time spent studying) which makes her feel competent and fulfilled, and gets good exercise for a healthy lifestyle by participating. Manna's is like a family- the instructors are part owners and they care about the kids. They offer additional enrichment in martial arts in one-time classes, competitions, and overnight camps. For me, the organization, high standard of ethics, and honesty of the program is incomparable. We have been to other martial arts programs in the area, but Manna's is the best fit for our family and values. read more

We love Manna's! My son loves it too! He started his journey in Little Dragons and now is a green belt! He has learned hard work , discipline and dedication. Master Brandt is funny, tough, but kind. They really care for students. I have referred other and will continue to refer to Manna's. read more

My son has attended for 7 straight years nonstop not just because the professionalism and all the values and respect he has learned all these years but most importantly we consider them as a family, I can trust them without hesitation and as a parent you will always have a great time there and amazing conversations. read more

Strongly recommend this after school program. They have a good martial arts program. Kids are usually reading or coloring or playing in their free time. read more

We found an excellent daycare program for our son during the school closure. Manna's Martial Arts (www.manna.us/sportscampweek/index.html) offers a safe, clean, caring and nurturing environment with licensed child care providers. We're working parents and wanted to ensure our son is well cared for and continues to learn during these uncertain times. What he loves most about the program, that he wouldn't get from just staying home? He's engaged in various activities that help to expand his personal social skills, self-confidence, improving his chess skills, making new friends and practicing his educational skills in accordance with PUSD. The program also offers arts and crafts projects and skills development to balance his learning and expand his creativity! The hours are flexible, which is great for working parents. Plus, it's a Family owned business since 1986 and we always support small businesses whenever possible. We're blessed to have found Manna's Martial Arts and they're offering the Sports Camps Week! read more

What a great place to bring your kids! They learn so much respect for their teachers and each other. While one of their 7 Rules is Obey your Parents, they also have a rule that says Have Fun! My son loves being a Little Dragon and my daughter is begging to be made a Tiny Tiger. We recently went to a belt test there for my son and it was very well organized and all the kids (for the most part!) were following along. They even have adult kick boxing classes led by Grand Master Manna himself! read more

This place is like my second home, after coming here for almost 10 years. The techniques shown here actually work, and are not bullshito (what I call fake martial arts). They saved my life quite a few times. There isn't enough words to describe this place, so come by and see for yourself! I love it, and you will too! read more

Our whole family trains at Manna's and we love it. Our kids are in the Dragon's classes and my wife and I are Songin. If you are 30 or older and thought your chance for martial arts training was over, you are wrong. This is a program designed to make use of our experience and judgement and compensate for slower speed and flexibility. Anyone-athletic or not- will benefit and improve from this. And it's something you can share with your kids. Due to family crisis we had to make use of the afterschool program and it is great. They run a fun program that the kids enjoy and as parents we like the structure given. You feel like family at Manna's. They are there to help, not just on the training floor. And really care about the students. The other students also look out for each other. I always try to put some area for improvement in a review to show its real. The only downside to Manna's is that its not real close to where we live. I've counted 6 different martial arts studios we have to drive by to get to Manna's but I would never consider anywhere else. read more

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I just started taking the kickboxing classes and it's been such a great experience so far!! It's such a great deal for the amount of classes you can take per week. Hopefully, they can help this new mommy get back into shape! read more

We discovered Manna's Martial Arts through our daughter's after school enrichment program and have since signed up our son as well (about 7 months ago). Headed by Grand Master Manna himself, there simply is not a more dedicated person to his trade (which spans 40+ years). Manna's Martial Arts has programs for all ages and skilled staff to train within each discipline. Senior Master Janet Manna (aka Ma'am) is wonderful with her classes (she is capable of keeping my three year old son's attention while exercising his mind and body, that says A LOT), Senior Master Brandt does an amazing job with the young adults and adult classes, and Grand Master Manna is second to none when it comes to educating and mentoring his students spanning all levels. Their class schedule is broad and fits nicely into our busy schedule. When we signed up we only expected their attention for the duration of each class, but what we receive is beyond stars in a review. Their staff is passionate about everyone's well-being. I've never seen anything quite like this program, but we genuinely have their attention and interest in every conversation we've had and I've never felt misled or sold into anything. Students come out better people in this TEMAS structure (self-confident, assured, educated, respectful, disciplined, and certainly more than capable when it comes to defending one's self). Manna's is a difference maker and I only wish we found them sooner. read more

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The journey continues. While you can do kickboxing at other places you won't be disappointed with the quality of routine at Manna's kickboxing. Yes it's only 3 day's a week. What's great is it gets you into a set routine and helps you dicipline yourself. If you think you are too old or just not fit enough you are wrong. It's your journey and you go at a pace that's comfortable for you. Yes you will be encouraged and challenged. What's great is to see your body and your confidence improve with each class. So challenge yourself. Give yourself the gift of fitness. Feel better, look better and actually learn a lifeskill. You will thank yourself. read more

I joined the kickboxing class about 2 months ago. I have been wanting to do kickboxing forever and finally I found a place that I enjoy! The staff are very professional and care about your progress. Master Manna and his wife are very caring. This could be your second home if you are willing to commit. I can see the changes both physically and mentally since I joined and I feel much stronger. read more

Great place with a positive vibe. Grand Master Manna has a magnetic presence and it sure shows on the kids.. my two kids 5 and 7 go to Manna's and have a great time there. We really like the discipline and respect that is in the air there, not to mention love for the kids. The management is very accommodative of schedules and other things and are always on top of things. We would strongly recommend every child to spend a few years at Manna's for their overall growth and productivity. read more

We continue to enjoy and benefit as a family from the instruction and environment at Manna's. Just recently for this summer, we did several different enrichment camps for our kids - YMCA, Outpost, and others. When we asked their favorite, they said Manna's! They have the most fun & have the best friends there, and they have grown to appreciate the discipline and order that is encouraged and applied fairly to everyone. At the other camp events they see negative behaviors detracting from the experience, where at Manna's the behavior gets corrected and improved, benefiting the entire group. read more

I had to write that the Sensei and his team are exceptional individuals. I had visited and called several San Diego martial arts schools about weapons training and was really put off by their dismissive attitude toward me and my questions. I found that the team at Master Mannna's school engaged me from the start and were truly interested in answering my questions, and then taking my information to assist me further. Even though I was not an obvious candidate for being a prospective student, Manna's Martial Art School gets my vote as the best in town, for treating me with respect and candor and taking the time to answer every question I had. The quality of Master Manna's team is a reflection of himself, and they score the highest marks in my book. read more

I began training at Manna's Martial Arts in my early teens at my mom's insistence. I was a stubborn child and I had already made up my mind that martial arts was not for me, so it's not surprising that at first I didn't enjoy training in spite of the friendly, caring staff and instructors. Over time, however, I grew to not only enjoy but truly love martial arts. I've been training for six years now, and I received my black belt almost two years ago. The instruction I received from Grandmaster Manna and the other instructors shaped me from from an obstinate teen into a committed black belt. They taught me respect and discipline while also helping me improve my physical abilities. Even after I moved away for college, I was able to continue training at a distance and come back during school breaks. Manna's has become a second home for me and has shaped me into the person I am today. I cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

I enrolled in the kickboxing classes about two years ago. The workout is challenging and fun, but the real draw, is the familial environment at Manna's. There is such a sense of belonging and mutual respect that is to be admired and respected. read more

My daughters have been attending Manna's for a few years now, and I have only wonderful things to say about this place. I initially looked into Manna's for summer camp because it was conveniently located, but had heard "negative" comments about how strict this place was. When I visited, I realized (as I had suspected) that this school is structured and disciplined but not unreasonable. Yes, there are rules. Children are expected to be responsible for their actions and belongings. There is also a lot of love. Grand Master Manna, his wife Master Janet Manna, and Master Chris Brandt are dedicated to their students, invested in their growth and education, and genuinely care and encourage their students to be the best versions of themselves. What I appreciate most is that, because all ranks learn together in a single class, each child is both student and teacher, learning from their seniors and helping and instructing their juniors. This setup empowers children to know that their peers (not just instructors) can be a source of knowledge, and that they themselves can be a source of knowledge to others, all while highlighting that everyone still has (and always will have) more to learn. It teaches children a self-confidence that is not easily taught in grade school classrooms (where everyone in the class is of the same age and at more-or-less the same level). With the help of this school, I've seen my daughters become physically and emotionally stronger, and grow into kinder, helpful, smarter, encouraging, humble, and and open-minded young people. Thank you, MMA! read more

I have nothing but great things to say about Manna's. My oldest son has been training there for almost 8 years. He started out in their after school enrichment program and then move to the training studio when he really got into it. The owners and staff at Manna's are honest and professional people. They truly care about the students and their families. They don't give away belts, your child has to earn it. Their program is clear and every level challenges the students more but they really make learning fun. If you want your child to participate in Martial Arts and feel proud of what he or she has accomplished this is the place. We moved out of the local vicinity of the studio and I still drive my son 2 to 3 times a week. Could he learn Martial arts closer to home? Yes, but would he have the same great experience as he does at Manna's? I don't think he would, so I am the taxi that takes him to get a quality martial arts education. And it is worth every trip. read more

My 3 kids have been attending Manna's classes for a couple of years now. My oldest son actually started with Manna's at an after school program at school. He really enjoyed the lessons so we decided to continue at the studio. I did look into several other Tae Kwon Do studios, but Manna's was the best. Master Manna and his staff are so genuine and caring. They deeply care about their students and families. They stress discipline , solid values and citizenship on and off the floor. I'm amazed and impressed at how strong the kids have gotten...both physically and mentally. I highly recommend Manna's Martial Arts and encourage anyone looking for a martial arts studio to stop by and check them out. You will not be disappointed! read more

The staff and program are beyond AMAZING! I have both my children here in the martial arts training and the afterschool program and they are nothing short of family! They support the children in every way possible, but their devotion goes well beyond that and supports the family dynamic as well. I could not have placed my most precious children and our family in better hands. read more