There aren't many pure boxing gyms in the east bay outside of Oakland. So when I found US Karate &…read moreBoxing, I had to try it out. I've been to three different kickboxing/ mma gyms in Hayward but I really wanted to focus on real boxing. Despite the name, thats what US Karate & Boxing offers. Ive been training here for almost 3 years now and I can honestly say it has helped shape me into a more confident and healthy person. All thanks to Coach Joe and his son Coach Caleb. They have taught me so much and have helped me improve since the first day I walked in. They prioritize technique and take time to focus on everyone. They have different time slots for different skill levels, so you never feel overwhelmed. Each class usually consists of warm up, conditioning, drills, then light sparring but sparring is optional if you only want to work out. There are currently two amateur fighters, in the gym so if you're looking to compete then look no further. A membership includes two classes a week, and access to the gym outside of your training sessions. They have a ring, heavy bags, and a squat rack. It is a pretty small facility but its perfect if you don't care about the latest training equipment and want that old school boxing gym vibe. Training at US Karate & Boxing has easily been one of the best choices I've made, and I will continue to train here for the foreseeable future.

Best arount worth every panny you paid. He has trainn lots…read moreof good fighters like 40 years of experience.

Eric runs a great gym! The great thing about the gym is that it is good for fighters at all levels…read moreand experiences. If you want to go hard-core (training for a fight), you can. If you want to just know how to fight and do technique sparring, this is also possible. I just wish this gym were closer to where I live. I would highly recommend this gym as you will learn how to fight based on how you best learn.

Joining Bay Area Fight Academy has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. When I first…read morewalked in, I was extremely out of shape, but the coaches helped me find my second wind. In just six months, I lost about 35 pounds of fat and got into the best shape of my life. The instructors here are not only highly knowledgeable, but also welcoming and supportive. They'll sharpen your martial arts skills while pushing you to be your best without ever making you feel out of place. BAFA is more than just a gym it's a community. Everyone is respectful, friendly, and pushing each other to be better. It's the kind of place that makes you want to show up every day, to the point where missing a class feels weird.

My son loved going here for his training the other kids welcomed him and showed him a some stances…read moreand the trainer was very helpful and would do a one on one with the kids. If we still lived in the bay we would definitely still have him go.

I've been training at the kennel for a little over a year now, and I can say it's one of the best…read moredecisions I've made. Coach Arvin is great at what he does. He doesn't just show up to run a class. He truly wants to see you improve, pushes you to your limits, and isn't afraid to call you out when you're not giving your best. I also attended the strength and conditioning classes with Coach Paul, and I highly recommend it. His sessions are well-structured, challenging, and designed to build real, functional strength that complements boxing training perfectly. On top of all that, the front staff is great -- always friendly, welcoming, and super helpful with any questions or scheduling needs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your training, this gym offers everything you need with the right people to back it up.

I originally joined as part of a challenge, but what made me stay after those first weeks was the…read moreincredible community, coaches, and training environment. Everyone here is so knowledgeable and patient with new learners. That made starting something as intimidating as a close combat sport feel much more approachable. I also appreciate that there are plenty of women in each class (both the noon and evening sessions), which has made me feel more comfortable and confident showing up and training. If you've ever thought about picking up a new hobby or becoming a competitor, I highly recommend giving both the jiu jitsu and kickboxing classes a try at Mindset MA. Shoutout to Coach David for onboarding me within a 5-minute time span!

Love coming to this place great coaches and great people great vibes. Come check them out. Highly…read morerecommend this place. Coach David and coach Jowel are awesome

My two sons have been coming here about 5 or 6 months. They learning discipline, body control and…read moreawareness, and becoming fit. All I ask from my sons is that they put in the effort and improve just a little more every time they come to class. We've seen those small improvements that end up being big improvements when added altogether. Overall very happy with Roots. Impressed how much you can get for the price - and we only go to the Muay Thai classes. The only downsides I can think of is - Limited parking - Pretty crowded classes (but not overly) - very small entryway. Hard to get in and out But those are all negligible tbh.

Our family has been training at Roots for the past three years, and it has truly become a second…read morehome for us. Before Roots, we spent several years at another gym, but when it shut down due to Covid, we decided to give Roots a try--and it turned out to be the best thing that came out of the pandemic. Roots is more than just a gym; it's a family-friendly environment where both adults and youth can learn authentic Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, all under one roof. The coaches here are phenomenal--highly skilled, knowledgeable, and deeply passionate about martial arts. They provide structured material and a clear path for learning, making it easy to see consistent progress whether you're a beginner or experienced. One of the things we love most is how inclusive the gym is. Whether you're single or have a family, Roots has a place for you. For us, it's been incredible watching our youngest son thrive. He's not only learning the true discipline of martial arts but also gaining confidence, focus, and life skills that will stay with him forever. If you're looking for a gym where you'll feel supported, challenged, and welcomed, Roots is it. We're so grateful we found this place--it's truly one of the best decisions we've made as a family!

This gym feels like a 2nd home and it is a great place to learn martial arts since they have…read moreunlimited classes and access to 1-on-1 coaching and you can decide who you want to coach you. I personally gravitated towards Amber Leibrock (tall & tatted girl). Amber Leibrock is also the kids class coach so I also enrolled my 11 year old nephew so we can build him up too. I always leave the gym feeling stronger and with an increase in confidence. They really try and ensure you have the enough experience before letting you go to more advanced classes and the result? well I have been to watch many of the professional fighters and they usually always win so that is really motivational for the newer people. I personally have placed my emphasis on muay thai but they also have Jujitsu and Crossfit. I feel like I am now a more technical fighter and I can't wait for each day to keep progressing with my training. All of the coaches are awesome and have given me great advice in my life which I will forever be grateful for. CSA is the best gym I have ever been to and I never want to quit since they are my family now. Thank you for everything Coach K, Amber, MJ, Jessica, and Javi.

At this gym you will find world class coaches and athletes. There are a variety of classes at a low…read moreprice. The gym is very large and has a ton of new equipment to use. One side of the gym has multiple striking and grappling equipment for the MMA program including a ring and cage. The other side of the gym has a full CrossFit area with weights pull up bars. I personally have attended most of the classes the MMA program has to offer and all the coaches are some of the best in the game, but I attend the morning Muay Thai class with Amber the most and she is a fantastic coach with years of experience. My overall striking and grappling have improved because of this gym and I plan to train here as much as I can. Thanks CSA!

I've been training with Coach Kofi for over a year now and I wouldn't train under anyone else. He's…read morea great mentor and boxing is his life. Coach takes his time to get to know everyone, our strengths and weaknesses, and pushes us to improve every day. Everyone who joins Phight Club becomes like family and it's nothing but love and support!!! Love this team!

Absolutely LOVE Phight Club! Started training with coach…read moreKofi about a year ago and I've only ever seen improvements with my health and boxing. In the past three months I was able to lose 15 lbs without any dietary changes. Phight Club offers kids classes, adult beginner, intermediate and fight team classes all of which are strictly boxing. I highly recommend Phight Club for anyone looking to either lose weight, have a more active lifestyle, or to become a fighter! Prices are very reasonable as well.

Really love this boxing gym, can't say enough about the coaches, owners, and the community here…read more This was my first boxing gym and I came in with zero experience. Jake and the team were super welcoming, I was having fun in my first class and I've been going ever since. The energy in this place is great, plenty of begginers so you're never the only one, and plenty of folks with a lot of experience that you can learn from. Solid vibes, great coaching, good equipment - you'll have fun and learn a lot. Side note: All the coaches I've worked out with are great, but Michael, Alexey, and Troy particularly stand out.

I signed up for a membership with Coach Jake after taking the 7:45 Tuesday boxing class with Coach…read moreJacob. I had so much fun that I had to sign up. I live in San Jose though, so getting there consistently was tough, but the class was honestly that good that I was willing to make the drive. I mentioned this to Coach Jake and he was very understanding. He told me to sign up and that if it didn't work out, I could just let him know and cancel without any issues. That's ultimately what happened because the distance made it hard to keep up, but during the few months I was a member, I had an amazing time. The energy, the coaching, and the overall vibe made every class something I looked forward to. Really appreciate the experience. Thanks again, Bay Area Boxing!

Prof. Jeff Macalolooy's Dragons Den MMA has been part of my family for more than 20 years. Our…read morerelationship with DD began when my husband and I enrolled our two older kids in Kajukenbo classes. I had never seen such an aggressive martial art before, but I could immediately see how valuable it would be in helping my kids learn to defend themselves if necessary. Eventually, my husband joined the adult Kajukenbo, Muay Thai, and Jeet Kun Do classes as well. As the kids got older, they developed other sports and interests outside of Kaju. A few years later, though, we found ourselves back at DD--this time enrolling our youngest in Kaju while I attended Fusion Fitness and Lady Dragons classes. What I've always loved about DD is that it's more than just a martial arts school--it's truly a family, our ohana. Everyone is welcoming and supportive, and Jeff regularly organizes activities outside of class that help foster that sense of connection and community. Although I haven't been there in a few years, I still keep up with everything through IG, FB, and their newsletter. It's hard to ever fully walk away. :) So when I recently saw Jeff's post on social media about a weapons training course, I inquired about it. As a fairly recent gun owner, I knew it was time to properly learn how to handle and use my firearm. My husband, older daughter, and I enrolled in Kevin Pride's (Applied Civilian Tactics) course, offered in collaboration with Jeff and Dragons Den, where we learned firearm handling and weapon disarmament techniques. (I've known Kevin for years, too, having met him at DD when his sons trained there. Again, ohana.) It is a 6-hour course which I thought was going to be waaaay too long, but it went by at a nice clip. It included 3 hours in the classroom where Kevin discussed, in an engaging and often hilarious manner, "firearm history, laws, safety and proper handling." Jeff then led us through hand-to-hand combat and how to disarm an attacker. I appreciated this as a woman, as every woman should have a rudimentary idea of how to protect herself. We then spent three hours on the range. As someone who has never really handled a handgun before, it was intimidating to fire so many rounds but to also be around people who were more familiar with a gun than I was. To Kevin and Jeff's credit, they taught us in a manner that both beginners and more seasoned shooters could understand. As a novice, I needed extra support. Thankfully, having two instructors made all the difference: one (Kevin) could keep the main group moving at a steady pace, while the other (Jeff) could devote more time to reinforcing weak spots and helping a newbie like me work through any lingering hesitation. Jeff REALLY helped me in this area. There was a point where I felt like giving up (partly because I couldn't draw my gun fast enough with the new holster that I bought), so Jeff switched mine out and provided me with a holster that solved that problem. Indeed, any issue I might have had was addressed and resolved. I am now looking forward to the women's only training course they will offer in August, as I believe that will allow me to feel less intimidated and will continue to bolster my confidence in weapon disarms and firearm handling. Two thumbs up for Jeff, Kevin and their respective schools!

Joining this dojo was a life-changing decision. The instructors are amazing, dedicated, and focus…read moreon precise techniques that build true confidence. I put my training to the test today when I got locked in a room at work. With Coach Liza's voice in my head, I used the mechanics I learned here to literally break the door open--something ten other men on-site couldn't figure out. This training is the real deal and prepares you for anything. You are more powerful than you know!

One of the greatest boxing gyms in the greater Bay Area. Old school boxing, with old-school boxing…read morerules. A true boxers, paradise.

Best boxing experience I have ever had in my 30 years of boxing. Gym has everything a real boxer…read moreneeds to sharpen their skills. Trainers are knowledgeable and approachable. Mrs. King is delightful and is vested in every athletes potential. Has a great community vibe!