This is a great place to learn martial arts. All of the classes are led by black belts. All of…read morethe Shifus, teacher, are extremely patient and encouraging. Everyone is treated with dignity and respect no matter your age or ability. I started in 2015 after I turned 60 and have enjoyed the training immensely. There are a tremendous amount of side benefits besides self defense. Some are improved balance and posture as well as a boost to your confidence and possible weight loss. All while your learning skills that could get you out of a dangerous situation. I've observed kids classes and have been so impressed with the instruction they are receiving. They are also treated with dignity and respect and are taught self discipline, self respect and how to become a better person. DaShifu Lara often tells them stories that contains a high moral. I'm glad I found Moore's Karate. Give it a try. You won't be sorry. Ron

I ended up not taking my son back. I understand this is karate and they try to be strict. But his…read moreuniform fell off and he tried to ask for help. The instructor was so rude. He was only three. I teach my son if you need help to ask. I think a real teacher would have shown him how to properly wear his uniform and help him. Not embarrass a three year old. Not for us

I love this Rick works well with children. We are all one big family . Every one here is super nice…read more. My grand daughter is second generation. We need to keep it going

Entire family been coming here for years! Best Martial Arts studio in the 209! Great for all ages!read more

The effort the coaches puts into these kids is pretty incredible. My son started as a shy 4 year…read moreold, after a year he has learned so much. Everyday there's a new life skill to learn from the coaches which has helped him with his Manners and Confidence. To all the Coaches and Helpers, Thank you so much.

Castro MMA has been such an incredible experience for us. The coaches pour into these kids in the…read morebest way, teaching not just skill, but discipline, confidence, and respect. You can see it in how the kids show up for each other too. The support, encouragement, and teamwork they demonstrate truly reflects the values being instilled here. So grateful to be part of this community.

I was looking to get back in shape and wanted a traditional Karate-Do. Having taken Karate before I…read moreknow what I was looking for in a new instructor. Let me tell you Sensei Raul Raya is not only gentle, humble, and kind but he is the real deal. Trained in Okinawa and several other places in the world his knowledge of Goju-Ryu Karate is top notch. He has a wonderful repertoire with the children he teaches and understands the needs/limitations of older adults working out. Truly one of Modesto's top Karate schools!

This is a Great environment. The sensi is great with the kids. Great staff and nice to know it is…read morevery family oriented. They offer classes at great times during the week. Great for those who enjoy karate.

I love it, just started, Took two classes and the workout is amazing! Not only you learn new…read moretechniques but you can use techniques for self-defense, specially woman's defenses.

I just started training with Shifu Brandon. After checking out various martial arts schools, his…read morestyle resonated with me the most. You can tell he has had extensive training and is authentic. I enjoy his teaching style because it is both accessible and disciplined. I've witnessed him work with all age groups from children through older adults and have been very impressed. He has a great balance of humor and expertise that really make the class enjoyable. I would highly recommend the school if you're looking for high quality training.

Modesto Power is truly the hidden gem of Modesto. I came in with absolutely no fighting experience…read moreof any kind, just hoping for something to do while back on break from university, and what I got exceeded all expectations. The facility itself offers a wide range of classes, from cardio kickboxing to Brazilian Jujitsu and many more. All classes and scheduled times can be found online in such an easily accessible and organized manner. I came in specifically for the cardio kickboxing classes and let me just say, Chewy is the absolute best! From the moment I walked in he was an absolute joy to talk to. He was genuinely excited to have me and my two friends trying out the gym (he's very big on teaching self defense and making sure that when we leave we are prepared to handle ourselves in any given situation). He incorporates real life scenarios in our workout which I absolutely loved because it gave me a sense of how I would be able to incorporate what I learned into real life situations. Not to mention his workouts kicked our butts in the best possible way! And not only that but he made sure to cater to all of our individual skills and fitness levels, encouraging and pushing us along the way. If you're someone that has ever had even the slightest interest in trying any of the classes they offer here at Modesto Power then this is the place to try them. I was so nervous about coming in and making a fool of myself but everyone here is so friendly and encouraging that all fears completely disappeared the moment the class began. It's a great workout and an even better experience, I promise you wont be disappointed!

My whole family has been going to this gym for 3 years and I have never felt more welcomed and…read moreappreciated to be apart of the growth that is constantly going on here. We have become family. I personally have tried every program and have been treated with nothing but patience yet discipline because that's what a gym truly needs. I strive to continue to grow and so does my family! If you are looking for something to bond with your family and build new hobbies this is your go to place.

I have been studying Northern Shou Shu for over 7 years now with my whole family. This review might…read moreseem familiar because I have left a review from another studio when I first started this path. There are three studios California. I have been to all three studios. The one in Sacramento is too far for me. I find that this one is unique because of the two school owners, Shun Shifu Erika and Shun Shifu Rose, which allows you to have two different feelings of learning. Don't get me wrong though. All of the owners are not just training to become a master of the art. They are passing down the legacy of the Grandmaster Da Shifu Clark. Therefore, he PERSONALLY is in regular contact with every owner! I have met him several times and he is amazing and scary, but sometimes funny too. Now to continue but with an edit form from my review of my first studio.... I have had some exposure in a few different martial arts. Over 25 years ago, I had looked at a "roots" school of Moore's and was not impressed with the instructors that I met there and never had any interest in attending any of their schools. When I came across Red Dragon Shou Shu, it looked like a mix of Kung Fu and Karate. I wanted my children to learn martial arts and tried out their demo class. When I realized that it was off the line of Moore's, I almost walked out. But I paid for the demo and decided to see if it changed....and it has. Shou Shu starts out with harder style which I feel is good for beginners because they can see and feel the solid moves. As they advance, it evolves into a softer style, like a dance. It is a very friendly and family oriented environment. If you choose this style of martial arts, 1 believe that you will be very pleased with this art. I don't want to scare off the families that want general self defense, but this is NOT a competition style art. It is to save your life, not to fight. If you want to fight, take up boxing. If you want to save yourself from being kidnapped or killed then this is something to look at. Shou Shu is a way of life and with any art in life, it takes time to go from stumbling to flowing.

Shun Shifu Erika is a 3rd degree black belt & is excellent with teaching kids. She goes above &…read morebeyond for her students. The kids work hard and are rewarded for their efforts. The techniques she teaches are lifelong skills to defend yourself in so many different situations. The dojo environment is like a family.

Friendly, knowledgeable staff Clean, fun and fully equipped…read morefacility Excellent class options from day/evening gymnastics to superhero and karate. Prices are a little high for children's activity but they make it easy to make up classes that are missed and you definitely get what you pay for. I haven't price checked wit other gymnastic options.

I went into our trial at GymStars Modesto feeling hopeful and impressed. We left with our 3…read moreyear-old crying and in tears ourselves, despite everything we had done to prepare them for his needs. Before enrolling, I spoke with three different people about my son's AuDHD and support needs. I initially asked about Starbound, which was discontinued during COVID. They plan to bring it back, and someone was supposed to contact me. After more than a week without hearing back, I learned that person was on emergency leave, which I completely understood. At that point, we had no timeline, and staff suggested a trial class. I registered online and received another call asking about his needs. I explained everything again and was assured the instructors would be informed. I repeatedly told my husband how impressed I was with their communication, professionalism, and timely calls. Those interactions gave us confidence in trying the class. When we arrived, the experience was completely different. The gym felt chaotic and overstimulating. We checked in, paid, and were told the instructor would call his name in about ten minutes. There was no gym tour or individual introduction, despite the introductory email describing those steps. This was a class for 3 to 4 year-olds. My son barely 3, has AuDHD, and entered an unfamiliar space full of exciting things. He immediately began to run around. The instructor said things like, "You need to listen," and told him he could not do gym if he did not come over. She reached for his hand, and he recoiled. She was a stranger who had never been introduced to him. Parents were not allowed into the area to help. I understand that classes need rules and instructors must keep everyone safe. But I had specifically called ahead to explain his challenges. I expected that information to shape how he was welcomed and supported. My son admittedly continued running around. Other staff tried to help individually, and I appreciate their efforts. However, they appeared unprepared for his needs and unaware of what we had shared. We took him out early to avoid disrupting the other students. He cried because he wanted to stay and play, asking why he could not play. We were distraught. It broke our hearts to think that leaving could feel like being punished simply for being himself. Afterward, I asked about Starbound at the front desk. The woman was kind, but when she opened his profile,said, "Oh, I see now." His needs appeared to be documented, yet that information did not seem to have reached his instructors. I do not blame instructors for information or training they may not have received. Some are young and have multiple children to support. But GymStars needs to do better with training, reviewing student information, and communicating before class--especially when a parent has gone out of their way to explain their child's needs repeatedly. This was a scheduled trial recommended by staff. There was time to prepare. As an educator myself, I expected, at minimum, a personal introduction and a tour. We plan to return tonight to try the superhero class and see whether it better matches his needs. We still hope for a positive experience and are willing to update this review. Children with autism and ADHD need access to movement and recreation, too. Our son wanted to climb, jump, and play. We wanted somewhere he could do that with support and understanding. No parent should leave in tears while their child cries about wanting to play after working so hard to prepare everyone involved. The care we experienced over the phone needs to carry through to the children on the gym floor. Update: After posting this review, the gym called, and Niki went over their current Starbound availability with me. We discussed whether the superheroes class would be a good fit for my son and decided to wait until January to enroll him, when Saturday availability opens. They also credited the trial fees to his account for future use.