Very impressed with the structure of the school, access to over 5 SoCal locations, variety of…read morestudio days/hours and the kindness and persistence of the Masters. We are about to finish our first year of TKD and have loved the sense of community and mentorship provided. I have seen a higher sense of confidence and resilience from our involvement with the school.

Tom Vo's Taekwondo has been such a great school and experience overall for all students. The…read moreMasters and instructors are super kind and welcoming. The program is super helpful with learning new skills and building stronger connections! 100% recommend Tom Vo's Taekwondo!

Bob White's Karate Studio is at the heart of the kenpo world. I came to Mr. White's studio as a 5th…read moreDegree Black Belt, in need a new teacher. Mr. White offered far more than his profound understanding of the art, far more than a lifetime of experience in how kenpo works. He embodied a mindset of respect that led him to always improve whatever his students brought to him. That mindset, that depth of experience lives on at his dojo. It woven into every class, every interaction. Barbara White, Vishal Shukla, Jim McClure, Captain Sanchez, Andree, Alia, Rod, Seamus, Jenifer - the depth of experience and hard-won knowledge is flat-out beyond compare. If you have any interest in making your life better, or giving your kids a better start, I'd recommend visiting this dojo.

Having driven past this dojo for several years, I finally decided to pull the trigger and sign up…read morefor lessons a couple months ago. I must say it was a good decision. The instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. Not only that, but they are great communicators who really know how to convey things in a way that anyone can understand the material. And there are no shortage of black belt instructors to learn from. Also, I must add that this is a very positive and friendly environment. Unlike some martial arts academies where you have a couple of alpha dogs and the rest of the students are there to feed their egos, there are no egos in this place. Just a lot of positive vibes and everyone helping each other to improve. If you're looking for a karate school, come on by and check this place out.

Our daughter comes here and has been coming here for a while now. She's progressed SO MUCH. not…read morejust in this art but in her whole life and how she applies the standards and morals and values they teach. All the instructors are amazing with the kids of all levels. Especially instructor Anderson. He is great with all the kids and especially ours. He encourages and challenges and supports in ALL ways. Master Kim is great as well and the whole team. All the kids are so supportive of each other too and we love that. I've never seen my child so crazy about any other sport. Thank you guys so much!

My son used to come here. I didn't love the amount of kids that were in the classes. If my child…read morewasn't doing something correctly he wouldn't get corrected so he wasn't learning. Most of the instructors were good but didn't really know how to cater to the younger kids. I also felt like this place only cared about my money. We did the introductory price then was pushed to enroll immediately. Ultimately we made the decision to go with another facility.

This place is awesome! My oldest started her martial arts journey last year at the USSD studio in…read moreIrvine(another great studio), but we moved here in April. Our youngest decided to join the studio after the move. It can be challenging with siblings (they're competitive!), but the instructors here are soooo good. Both of our girls love coming to the studio. Since starting, both of them have gained so much confidence. It's been an incredible transformation to witness. I highly recommend this studio to anyone interested in learning karate.

I would HIGHLY recommend USSD. The instructors are amazing and great with the students. The school…read moreis owned by Sensai Ted who is also the head instructor. He is down to earth and Awesome with his students and students families, along with his wife they make the school a Family friendly environment for learning. Sensai Nalo, the other instructor, is also an amazing instructor. The Dojo has high level instruction that the kids will understand and can advance their skills at a rapid, yet smooth pace. A little less than a year ago I signed up my 8 year old son. The school has helped with teaching him confidence, respect, discipline and has taught him to keep active. The instructors are hands on and dedicated to teaching the kids in a positive, fun environment while teaching them respect and discipline. The Instructors truly care about the students, and have lots of patients. This is truly a family friendly enviroment. The school plans activities to engage with the students and bond with their families. With the recent pandemic and the lock down orders, the school immediately went to virtual semi-private lessons and was able to keep my son engaged with other students as well as continuous learning. He loves it. The school offered additional private lessons at no extra cost. It's been such a blessing while we've been order to shelter in place! Thank you USSD family!!

Professor Boran is an awesome person and an absolute legend. Unfortunately they are a little far…read morefrom me so I can't come here full time. Professor Boran will be rolling on the mats with you while offering top notch instruction. And let's face it...the price is unbeatable! Highly recommend

If I could give more than five stars, I would…read more Our son has been training at Boran Jiu-Jitsu for three years now, and it's hard to put into words just how much this place--and especially Coach Boran himself--has impacted our family. What started as a class to build confidence has grown into something so much more. Coach James Boran is more than just an exceptional martial artist--he's a remarkable human being. A black belt under Joe Moreira and one of the original "Dirty Dozen" (the first 12 non-Brazilians to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu), Coach Boran brings decades of experience, fierce competitive spirit, and technical mastery to every class. But what sets him apart isn't just his accolades--which include World Masters and Pan American titles--it's his unmatched patience, consistency, and heart. He teaches Jiu-Jitsu, yes--but he also teaches character. Through his calm guidance, our son has grown into a more confident, kind, and respectful young man. He's learned how to win with humility and lose with grace. He's learned the value of discipline, the strength of perseverance, and the joy of hard work. We've seen real transformation. Our son is happier, more grounded, and carries himself with pride--not just because of what he can do on the mats, but because of the person he's becoming off them. And that's because of Coach Boran. If you're looking for a place that teaches Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level while nurturing character, community, and resilience, look no further. Boran Jiu-Jitsu is a rare gem, and we feel incredibly lucky to be part of it.

This dojo, the other students and the senseis have been a second home and family to my son. Not…read moreonly is he learning a martial art but he has also gained confidence. He just earned his blue green stripe belt from USSD. Semsei Jerod and Sensei Greg helped make this possible.

Very knowledgeable and helpful. We've been going since Covid shut things down. My kids have…read moreadvanced ranks and have enjoyed the private lessons and STORM program too.

Our son has been attending Therapeutic Martial Arts of Orange County for over two years, and the…read moreexperience has been nothing short of amazing. He has autism, and finding a program that truly understands and supports his needs was incredibly important to us -- and we found that here. Master Fahim is incredibly patient, kind, and understanding. He has a remarkable ability to connect with each student at their own level, providing the perfect balance of structure, encouragement, and compassion. It's clear he genuinely cares about every child's growth, both inside and outside the studio. Through tae kwon do, our son has improved his fitness, focus, and self-confidence. We've also seen big gains in his attention and reaction skills, and he's learning valuable lessons about self-defense, health, and safety in a supportive environment. What's even better is that our daughter, who doesn't have special needs, also enjoys the program. She loves the classes, the sense of community, and the fun way Master Fahim keeps everyone engaged and motivated. It's amazing to have a place where both of our children can learn, grow, and thrive together -- each at their own pace. We're so grateful for Master Fahim and the entire team at Therapeutic Martial Arts OC. If you're a parent looking for a program that truly understands children with special needs while also being wonderful for neurotypical kids, all while promoting physical fitness, focus, and personal growth -- this is the place.

Master Fahim at the Therapeutic Martial Arts is amazing. He involved our son right away into the…read moreMartial Arts practice. We were not sure if our son will like Martial Arts because we tried before and it did not work. But this exact center is so special and Master Fahim has international experience with families from different backgrounds and cultures. He has experience with autistic kids as well and he is a RCOC vendor. We recommended him as a Cabrillo Point Academy vendor as well so more families could easily find him. We highly recommend Master Fahim.

This review is ONLY regarding hosting a birthday party at this Tom Vo's TKD location:…read more It's hard to find a place to hold a kids' birthday in HB, especially one that is indoors and of good value! Tom Vo's was one of the few places that can actually host a birthday party and the number of kids that can be accommodated for the price is exceptional! Especially because when you host a party you've got to consider that many children have siblings of similar age and it's hard to not exclude them! The party is about 1.5 hours long, the kids get checked in, and one of the instructors will start off with light TKD activities to see them all follow instructions. The birthday guest of honor gets to wear a cool black belt that says it's their birthday during the party. Then there are two more organized games and there are prizes that motivated the kids (spoiler alert every participating child got one!) one of the games was punching/kicking a target as fast as they could against each other! the party includes pizza and water/soda for the kids, and we provided some refreshments for the parents! We also provided cake. The minimum number of kids to invite is 6-10 children, I would strongly advise aiming for 20-25 kids invited because if there's an older sibling within that number they can be an example to the more shy/timid kids to participate. I did inquire that 5 years old is probably the youngest recommended age for the birthday child to enjoy being the guest of honor- for children invited I'd say you'll want the youngest participants to be 3.5 almost 4 years old, 4yo kids are definitely able to participate. I'd also advise that you inform invited children's parents to complete the waiver ahead of time to ensure it's a smooth check in process since the party is packed fast. All the guests had such a great time! The parents enjoyed that they were able to sit and socialize while watching the kids participate from afar instead of needing to supervise the kids like most parties require. The instructors were amazing to get the kids engaged and active, and they definitely knew what they were doing to stay organized with about 27 kids! All kids that attend a birthday party are eligible for one free month of classes at any Tom Vo's location, which is super awesome! disclaimer: my son did a free class trial at this location about 6 months prior to his party here, and we would have gone through with the offer for $29 for 2 weeks of classes to start but ultimately we ended up at another dojang because it's closer to where we live to accommodate the commitment and the pricing/overall instruction was similar. Aside from location for us, we would have continued here at Tom Vo's, but I'm so glad we were able to still book a birthday party here and I'd still be happy to recommend this place as a TKD location, and hosting a party was an excuse to give a 5 star review. We'll probably be back in a few years to host another with probably some new friends!

My son started with Tom Vo Taekwondo Huntington beach when he was 5 years old. He is now 8 and just…read moreearned his black belt. My son gained self control, self esteem/worth/confidence, leadership and physical strength and flexibility. The masters at Tom Vo HB have always been fair and supportive but still pushed my son to his full potential. I HIGHLY recommend Tom Vo Teakwando Huntington beach to all ages and levels.