VMAC is the best karate place you will find in the valley. My son has been learning karate 2-3…read moreyears. And I must say, it's been a wonderful and rewarding experience. The senseis are so devoted and take the discipline seriously. If you want your child to be challenged and grow, this is the place but if you're the kind of parent who wants a trophy for just showing up, this is not it. The senseis are disciplined, honest, respectful and fair. My son has learned alot of skills and values from VMAC. The prices are also reasonable compared to other places. We also love the families and have created good friendships and a community. My son even loves showing up by himself. I no longer have to remind him. Thank you sensei Eiko, Taichiro, Manny and Jon! You're doing amazing work!

I have been taking my daughter to this dojo for only a short time but I am quite impressed by the…read moretime and dedication her senseis put into teaching her. It is amazing for me to think back on how she looked initially and how she is doing now. My daughter is a quiet, soft-spoken person, and karate has given her more confidence. She takes a lot of pride in what she is doing and loves to show family all that she has learned. I appreciate the patience and kind words of encouragement she receives during class as well as the critiques, as it helps her improve her skills and gives her something to work on at home. I would recommend VMAC to any parent and only hope that more kids join and find as much joy as my daughter has being here.

Janet made the class a lot of fun. She is very knowledgeable, thorough, and experienced. My…read moredaughter and I signed up for more classes after our first class. I highly recommend taking her private lesson.

My 10 year old son just did a self defense call with Janet and she is amazing, very much an expert…read morein her field. She is wonderful with kids. I highly recommend her and am going to take a class with her myself.

2026!!! Updating my…read moreprevious review from 2023 to note that KMW is still an awesome place to train. There are so many classes to choose from - Krav Maga, Bag, Thai Pads, Fight, Jiu-Jitsu, Strength and Conditioning (SAC). You can really focus on what you want to work on. The Krav Maga self defense classes are my bread and butter, followed by Jiu-Jitsu (most BJJ classes are in WLA). I do Bag classes on (rare) occasions. I have friends here who are the opposite of me - they primarily take Bag and SAC. The point is you can customize your workouts to fit your goals. All of the instructors are great and care about your training. You don't just learn technique. As you advance in the system, you pressure test your skills in multiple attacker drills and real life scenarios like car jackings, home invasion, active shooter, being attacked on a bus or elevator. It's stressful AF. But I'm better prepared now than I was before I started training. I primarily take classes with Christian and Jason here. The fact that I'm willing to drive to Sherman Oaks when I live 5 minutes away from the WLA location tells you how special they are. If you're able to train in both locations, do it! Every instructor has a different style, and I've learned something from everyone. Management is very responsive to student concerns, so the schedule changes every few months based on students' feedback. Come and train!

I'm was eager to sign up for training and begin my classes; however, the timing wasn't right -…read moreasked for a follow-up in 2 weeks. I found that one of the sales representatives named JUAN seemed a bit inexperienced in his approach, as his techniques felt aggressive and overly rehearsed because he wound ignore my request and texted me daily. As someone who operates at a high level in this field, I recognized this as a rookie mistake and a sign of immaturity. This experience made me reconsider my decision to enroll, as it didn't inspire confidence in choosing this studio.

I took the Women's Basics course after moving to LA and it changed my life! I would sign all of my…read morefriends up for this class if I could. This course teaches essential skills for verbal de-escalation, boundary setting, and physical self-defense, but what really sets it apart is how those skills are ingrained through fully-adrenalized, full-force fight scenarios. That, and the fact that the IMPACT instructors are phenomenal. I'm always impressed by their attentiveness, innovative teaching techniques, and their emphasis on students' safety during physical confrontations. Since taking the Basics course, I've successfully used verbal de-escalation tools twice in real-life situations, including during a frightening incident when a muscular man ran straight at me and blocked my path while I was walking in my neighborhood. I've also applied the skills I've learned in the workplace and most other areas of life. It may sound hyperbolic, but the class really changed how I walk through the world. If you can't commit to the full Basics course, consider taking the Intro Class. It's a great place to start. IMPACT also offers an advanced course and a "Defense Against the Armed Assailant" course for those who have completed the Basics. I took both and highly recommend!

10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND! I had wanted to take a Basics class for a long time but kept putting it off…read more(so nervous) but one day I thought JUST DO IT, and I'm so glad I did! It's not like martial arts, there's not a ton of fancy tricks; it's accessible and practical skills..AND you get to fight an actual person. I didn't just learn skills to defend myself, I learned about what I was actually capable of. It changed my life! Can't recommend enough!

GB Studio City is great. Instructors have almost 30 years of BJJ experience each. The facility is…read moreclean, and the staff and students are super welcoming. I've lost 20lbs since I started training and love watching my son learn discipline and resilience in the kids' class. They offer Gi, No-Gi, and Muay Thai classes for kids and adults of all skill levels. Love how convenient and central the location is, and now they have structured parking behind the studio. Overall, it's a great place to build skill, confidence, and community--highly recommended for anyone looking to start or continue their BJJ journey.

Awesome studio! Great professors- patient with kids and make the learning fun. Friendly staff and…read morewelcoming atmosphere.

Martial arts private lessons made my experience in learning exceptional! The instructors are…read morewonderful and knowledgeable! I look forward to my private lessons and group classes each week! Thank you Z Ultimate!

Master Gomez is a great instructor! He combines skill with dynamic drills and things that are…read moreunconventional (like balancing on a chair to execute forms) to make classes fun. He also tailors classes to what your personality abilities are while still challenging you to push yourself to get better.

My daughter has been a student here for about 18 months - just got her green belt. Sensei Brian…read moreand his wife Keelia, and all of the staff are super caring for all - and create a respectful and focused environment. The class times are convenient and the training is energizing for the students.

If you happen to be on Ventura Blvd and are looking for a place to welcome you in like family, all…read morethe while training you to defend yourself, then head to Studio City Martial Arts. In the time I attended classes here I learned a lot about the culture and art behind this amazing style of Tai Jutsu. Sensai Brian is very knowledgeable about the culture and customs and will have you feeling comfortable with them in no time! I loved every minute I got to spend with the staff and whenever I am back in L.A. you better believe you will see me in one of the drop in classes they offer! Definitely 5 star service all around! This is forever my Dojo!

I highly recommend this self defense class with RAW Power Real World Defense - an invaluable…read moreexperience to help with confidence, awareness and self esteem. Great staff who is very supportive and knowledgeable and there to help!

I recently took Meredith's 4-hour Foundation workshop and have been talking about it to anyone who…read morewill listen! It is a very unique opportunity to learn and practice full-force self defense techniques in a way that is safe for both the participants and facilitators. Meredith and her team are incredibly skilled at tailoring the instruction to each individual and creating a supportive environment. Highly recommend!!

I purchased a Byrna gun here and everyone was extremely helpful in providing thorough information…read moreso I could make the right decision and choose the best option for my personal needs. The Byrna gun is an excellent nonlethal alternative for practicing shooting and self-defense. Fairly priced and no license required makes this an easy choice.

Eddie was great with explaining the various Byrna guns and showing me how to load, shoot, and…read moreunload the CL. We discussed the difference in each model and even got some practice in to see how it felt to release the trigger. He showed me around to the practice area. Everything was clean, even the bathroom smelled nice. He said they make sure to keep things clean for the clients. They also have a training class you can sign up for. Once you buy, you can go anytime they are open and practice, you just have to bring your gun and launcher. He also gave me a great deal by putting together a personal package for me instead of me just buying the CL kit. I went on the national website to compare pricing and it was definitely a good deal. Right now everything is 15% off. I'll for sure go back to use the practice range. Who knows, maybe I'll buy another one as a gift for a family member out of state (once I check some laws). I highly recommend you go to this store instead of ordering online. Ask for Eddie!

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club is a great place to train. I was visiting family in town and decided to do…read morea drop-in class, and I'm glad I did. Everyone was very welcoming, the atmosphere was friendly, and the training was solid. The instructors and students made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. If you're local or just visiting the area, I definitely recommend stopping by to train.

My husband and I have been training here for about 5 years and we absolutely love it. All the…read morecoaches are extremely knowledgeable. There are always a handful of black belts on the mat who are happy to help and answer questions. The whole team feels like a family. It honestly feels like a second home.