If you are looking for a fun, educational, and supportive martial arts school, you have found it!…read moreWe absolutely love it here. My son has been attending for years, and during that time, we've made so many wonderful friends. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance--it's focused on teaching kindness, respect, and discipline, but in a way that keeps things engaging and genuine fun for the kids. I highly recommend it!

This place is just amazing! The curriculum, the instructors, the way the classes are structured and…read morethe flexibility they provide in terms of class schedule - amazing! Our daughter tried somewhere else first and hated it. We thought she would never go back to MA until she experience Innovative Martial Arts through a friend's B-Day party. She asked us to sign her up right away which shocked us give her previous experience in another SVL place. She is now green belt and still lovin' it! Bottom line: this is THE place for martial arts in Scotts Valley/Santa Cruz. Nobody gets remotely close to it! This is IT!

This is a beautiful studio, with a welcoming atmosphere. It's clean and comfortable, with plenty of…read morespace. The bathroom is clean as well. I was visiting in Santa Cruz, and stopped by on a Thursday night for Family Capoeira @ 5 pm... a fun but super-challenging class that teaches skills, language, and music to adults and children alike. Our class had 4 adults, and 6 children - the youngest of which was 2!! Everyone followed our instructor "Teacher Tony" - Formando Currupio. A great time, solid training and a beautiful gym!

Classes are good, however the lady at the front desk has a son who bullies my three year old girl…read more I told the boy to leave her alone and he went and told his mom I was being stern which turned into a big scene and all I wanted was my son to learn jujitsu. Instead I got a lecture on how she wanted me to handle her bully son differently which I didn't care about

Best decision I've made in a long time. What a workout. So much more enjoyable than the normal…read moregym lifting and on the treadmill. I have now completed three classes. I was hooked after one.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Brian was so kind and informed and patient with my husband! He's out of shape and…read morehas never done boxing before. He's really excited to improve his energy and health with such a fun workout. Brian was super accommodating to our busy schedules as well. Great and affordable 1:1 workout, but they offer classes as well!!

My daughter has been attending classes for over a year and she loves it! Master Will is amazing and…read morereally good with all the kids. Highly recommended!

Dragon martial arts is the best place ever I have been training for over a year Master Will is very…read morekind and patient with the kids (And me too) I love this place so much I really like how he teaches forms step by step I'm a blue belt he is very clear I learned a new part of my form it is very hard but I think I can do it with his help. This is a 5 star for sure

I'm a female pro boxer and when I stepped into this gym I couldn't wait to start training and get…read moreback into great shape. The trainers are great and experienced and the facility is clean....which is a plus!! The hours to train work well with my work schedule and I still get to do what I love. I highly recommend checking this gym out

I have known Brian and his Academy for years and watched as many of my friends trained with him and…read morehis instructors. I always had respect for the studio as he had many great fighters come from his ranks, AND many of my female friends loved his kick-boxing classes. Now, with my kids going there my respect has leaped to a new level. MY KIDS LOVE THE PLACE, THE LESSONS, THE TEACHERS and everything the team brings to the table. I am so happy that they both just run off to go meditate all the time. It is AMAZING!

Had a wonderful birthday here for my 6 year old. Great customer service. Nice people.read more

Just had a birthday party here for my 7year old. Better than I could have expected. They were so…read morekind, incredibly organized and the kids had a blast. I am going to recommend to all my friends, because it was a one of a kind party!

From my husband Brad: I have been training BJJ with Gustavo…read morefor 4 years. He is an excellent teacher. No "cookie cutter" classes with Gustavo, he works with your body type and personality to help you develop your own game. Classes are fun, upbeat, and filled with good people. I've trained other martial arts for many years and I am very grateful to have found Gustavo. All of the people involved with IMS Academy are top notch, experienced fighters and instructors, you wont find better training out there. Come join us!

IMS is the best martial arts gym I have been to. The instructors are very helpful and the…read moreenviornment is extremly friendly. They have tons of different classes to fit whatever experience level you are at and I have seen all ages and level experience while coming here. You cannot really go wrong with any class or instructor though but I would highly recommend the boxing classes with Derrick. He is great at giving instruction and teaches the fundamentals in a fin and entertaining way. As someone who has very little coordination, I found myself improving physically after every session here. Whether you are looking for a good workout or looking to improve your fighting skills, I would highly recommend IMS for your martial arts needs.

Love it here! The instructors are great with kids and…read moreadults. Prices are great and worth every penny! My son loves coming to class! Alex and Austin are the right balance of fun and firm with the kids. They let them be kids, but don't let them get away with being hellions! If you are considering joining, stop by and check it out! You will not be disappointed. I can't wait until I can join too!

I began my jui jitsu journey here just this January. As a woman, getting into jui jitsu is somewhat…read moreintimidating, but the team at Kaijin North are welcoming and wonderful. That being said, they will challenge you, but that is how you get better! Our children are in Matt's class on Monday and Wednesday and I can not say enough about his instruction. He's not only engaging but knows how to handle the kids without losing his patience which is amazing hahah Our kids skill levels have grown tremendously under his guidance. I personally have enjoyed their BJJ 101 class and I wish all locations had these fundamental classes for newbies. It is GREAT for beginners but also those blue belts who are looking to hone their skills. Matt also teaches this class and I adore his instruction. He is a great communicator and makes it fun. If you are on the fence about trying jui jitsu please give it a shot. This gym is a great place to learn these wonderful self defense skills and its a great way to stay in shape. I can not recommend them enough! See you on the mat!

My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed being a student of Choi's Tae Kwon Do. She is continuing to…read morelearn, grow and flourish with the guidance of her teachers. Master Choi has the perfect balance of lightheartedness and discipline. She and the rest of the teachers and students are great role models for newer students. I highly recommend this Tae Kwon Do studio to anyone seeking to learn as the environment is extremely positive and uplifting!

Master Choi's tae kwon do must be the finest studio around. We looked at the others before signing…read moreour boy up and were dismayed by the video arcade atmosphere in some, the lack of discipline and focus in others, and what appeared to be a missing emphasis on form in still others. Master Choi instills a sense of respect for tae kwon do, and it shows in the way she teaches her students to be centered, competent and confident. We've been with her for close to three years now and wouldn't consider going anywhere else. In fact, many of her students come to her from other studios. If you want the real experience of tae kwon do from a sixth degree black belt master, as opposed to just dabbling in the mixed martial arts fad, Choi's Tae Kwon Do is the place to go. Also, she teaches adults, not just kids.