My fiance and I were in town to just chill but wanted to get some training in. We were met with…read moresuch great hospitality, everyone in there was so nice, and easy to get along with. The coaches were really attentive to all the students and the facility was really clean. This will definitely be the place we come back to whenever we are in town. Would recommend 10/10. Thank you!

Coach Anthony has been instrumental in helping two of my boys reach the next level--one competing…read morein Division 1 and the other in Division 2. If you're looking for a grappling family that's passionate, dedicated, and driven, this is the place to be. The coaches here demonstrate top-tier skill, technical precision, and that special "funk" that sets great athletes apart. If you want your athlete to train at the highest level, they need to be coached by the best--and that's exactly what you'll find here. Coach Anthony has played a vital role in my son, 14-year-old Ausome Guillermoto's, journey--helping him become a national champion, multiple-time state champion across Folkstyle, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman, a member of California's National Team and a 2025 US Open runner-up. (More to come ! ) I could say a lot more but I think the accolades speak for themselves

We are so grateful to have found Gracie Palm Desert for our child! I cannot say enough good things…read moreabout this place. All of the Instructors are SO very passionate and caring. The children in the group classes are also incredibly kind and super helpful. I'm happy he has such a good martial arts family to grow with for years to come. Private lessons have also been wonderful, because it has given my son and his bff a chance to work on some foundational skills at a slower pace. The facility is super clean, has good parking, and is easy to find. The same family also runs the North Indio location, which we are hoping to visit at some point.

Great coaches, plenty of parking. They teach my kids respect and confidence…read more Mostly I love that it's a community of friends who train together. Elias does a great job making this intimidating sport fun and welcoming for all levels.

My teenage daughter and her friends took a private lesson with Mr. Swanson and loved it! He was…read morekind, professional, and informative. She learned self defense tactics and stated that both Mr. Swanson and the female instructor had made her feel welcomed and comfortable enough to ask questions. Thank you so much for the class, we will highly recommend this business to others!

From the owner: Swanson MMA is an MMA gym focused on fitness and technique. We pride ourselves on having an…read moreinclusive environment and welcome all age groups, genders, and fitness levels. Each class and private training session has been carefully developed to maximize your advancement in MMA in the most enjoyable, efficient, and safe way possible. We currently offer group classes, as well as semi-private and private instruction with early morning and late evening sessions seven days a week. Our staff is always available to answer questions and give you the help you need. Former professional MMA fighter and Coachella Valley native Steve Swanson (brother of UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson) created Swanson MMA after fighting in the Bantamweight division holding a Pro MMA Record of 14-4-0. Swanson carved his way through multiple promotions including Combate Americas, California Fight League, Gladiator Challenge, and Legacy Fighting Alliance.

As a veteran living with PTSD, trust is something I have to earn carefully. Before I enrolled,…read moreMaster Kim told me that he and his brothers had spent many years training U.S. Army soldiers in South Korea. As a veteran, hearing that mattered to me. It made me believe I was placing my trust in someone who understood veterans, integrity, and honor. Unfortunately, my experience was the exact opposite. I prepaid for a three-month Kendo program. When I enrolled, I was told I would not need a uniform for four to six months and that protective gear would come even later. Within two weeks I was being told to buy a uniform, and by the third week I was being pressured to prepay for an entire year. Those broken promises immediately raised concerns, and I stopped training after about three weeks. After months of repeated follow-ups and having to go to the dojo in person, my uniform was finally ordered. When it arrived, I was told it had been given to someone else--even though I had already paid for it. I was also promised a partial refund in March. That refund never came. I later returned to try to complete the training I had already paid for, but the class was disorganized. Students were unsure of forms, and even basic equipment was forgotten during instruction. I walked out. For most people, this may sound like a dispute over money. For me, it wasn't. As a veteran with PTSD, I trusted Master Kim because of what he told me about training U.S. Army soldiers. Instead, I experienced repeated broken promises, constant pressure to spend more money, and commitments that were never honored. That experience severely triggered my PTSD and sent me into one of the darkest periods of my life. The emotional impact became so overwhelming that I reached out to the Department of Veterans Affairs for professional mental health care because I was afraid of where I was heading. I cannot say what Master Kim intended. I can only describe what happened to me and the impact it had on my life. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this dojo. If you are considering training here, ask detailed questions, get every financial commitment in writing, and carefully consider whether this is the kind of business you want to trust.

Things were good at the first couple of months, but after that it was just money money money. We…read morepaid 3 yrs in advance (DONT DO IT), we paid for taekwondo classes after relocating it main focus changed to Kendo training, at first we did try to adapt, but it wasn't what we paid for. Instructor makes changes without any notice, there's no reimbursement and he always finds a way to get more money out of your pocket, uniforms, equipment, tests, etc. When you first sign up he says one thing and a week after he says something else. I had no experience at all with enrolling my kid in classes or anything and what to expect from it.

Hand to Hand Martial Arts in Twentynine Palms is super beginner-friendly for adults. Sensei Aaron…read moreis knowledgeable and explains techniques clearly, so it's easy to follow even if you're brand new. The vibe is respectful, and training partners are controlled and safe. It also feels genuinely girl-friendly with supportive training partners. Pricing and class length feel fair, and they have occasional open mats too.

Aaron is an excellent adult BJJ instructor. Both Gi and Nogi glasses are available and offer…read morevaluable training for both sport and self defense situations. It's a comfortable training environment with a great community of people.

Love the instructor and me and my husband learn so much every class! We have gone 4 classes and I…read morehave so much knowledge already!

I was looking for self defense classes and cardio fitness when I found UMAC Palm Desert…read more This is something totally out of my scope, but with just 4 lessons down, I'm pleased with my find! Mark is knowledgeable and He's "all in" as an instructor. He is as interested in your progress as he is in his own of KRAV MAGA. Sessions are one hour long with lessons on defensive moves, safety, and perfecting your own practice. Scenarios are applicable to real world. As a woman, I learned that this is practical and applicable to the society we live in today. Children's lessons are available as well. The first lesson is free and you can choose your plan and as often as you would like for flexibility scheduling. Boost your confidence and try it out!

I drove by this dojo so many times on my way to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was always curious about…read moreit. Then one day, the owner actually joined my Jiu Jitsu school as a brand new white belt. We ended up training together, and over time I got to know him as a person, not as an instructor trying to sell me something. Just a genuine guy starting his own martial arts journey in a different discipline. After a while I finally asked him about his karate school, and he invited me to come try a free week. That was two years ago, and I'm honestly really glad I walked in. Not only did I stay, but now my kids train Shito Ryu Karate here too. It's become part of our weekly routine and honestly a big part of our life together as a family. I can't recommend this place enough, if you are thinking about it, just go and see for yourself. Sensei Alfonso and Sensei Sarah, you guys are amazing! Thank you so much for everything you've done for my family.

My son loves this place! He loves the camaraderie and the instruction. I recommend this place for…read moreanyone looking to get into martial arts for whatever reason.

Look at the other reviews of this wonderful establishment. This place is an absolute joke. They are…read morecon artists that try to sell you every little thing to make a huge profit. STAY AWAY! Where do I even start on this place. First off when you sign up you have to sign a contract that says even when you quit you have to pay for 3 months. Ok, we all understand what we're signing. But then later on they say it's "MANDATORY" that your kid has to have a certain gee in order to participate on certain days, the days in which their calendar says they can go. But the bad part in all of this is that YOU have to pay an extra $120 for your kid to have this certain gee! That my friends is a breach of contract. But these clowns don't care they still send you to collections. The Sensai is a Joke. She makes you think that she's actually gonna teach the classes, but NOPE. Out of 8 months she was there maybe 20 percent of the time, and out of that time she rarely taught. When the kids are in session they really don't teach the kids anything, they just show them how to do it, they don't teach them. There's a difference. So in 8 months of this garbage, the kids really don't know anything. But why would they want to actually teach the correct way to do it? If they did the kids would come along faster and they wouldn't need to pay for as long as they are for lessons. Oh yeah, many of the lessons are taught by a 13 year old. They didn't let anyone in on this little bit of info. I don't care what degree belt the kid is, he's a frecking minor and i didn't agree to pay for it. ALLLLLLLLL the extras they try to sell you. If you think your kids school is bad with sending something home every week trying to raise money, then say away from this place. In order for the kids to have fun and go to the sparring class you have to buy THEIR gear at 300 bucks. The same exact crap is online for about 55 including shipping. They hose you for tshirts at 35 bucks a piece. They constantly ask you to bring in your friends so they can con them into their classes. And i'm not even mentioning all the different "Nights" that they try to sell you. At the end of the day, it was a huge mistake to sign up, and even a bigger mistake to stay as long as we did. i have so much more to say, but will leave it for another time.

This studio advertises that it works with special needs students. One instructor was very nice and…read moresaid my nephew, who has cerebral Palsy would do well here and bring him in. My nephew was very excited to attend. The owner called me one hour before his class, was very rude and said she is the only one who works with special needs kids. She does not have time to ever work with him. I would never recommend this place to anyone !

My 9-year-old dropped in for a no-gi class while we were visiting Joshua Tree, and we had such a…read moregreat experience. The coaches were incredibly welcoming from the moment we walked in and made him feel comfortable right away. The kids in class were friendly, respectful, and excellent training partners. It can be intimidating dropping into a new gym, but everyone made him feel included, and he had a fantastic time training. If you're local or just passing through and looking for a place to train, I would absolutely recommend American Jiu Jitsu Collective. We'll definitely stop by again the next time we're in the area!

Outstanding! Excellent instruction, clean equipment, welcoming, everything you could want and…read moremore! Definitely highly recommended!