Guro Francis is the best martial arts instructor I've encountered, with his unique teaching style,…read moreand flair for incorporating Filipino culture and philosophy.

I see weapons training being advertised and promoted. I want to get some sword training. Thank you.read more

I have been taking my son to Kenpo classes for the past three months and hands-down, Mr. Grilli and…read morestaff are Professional. Mr. Grilli is extremely passionate about the craft of martial arts and helps all students of different skill levels with equal care. Mrs. Grilli is always on-hand to answers all questions in person or email. The Jr Instructors are also a wonderful addition to the school, also helping when the classes are full. The facility is super clean & welcoming. Yes, parking can be tricky but with proper planning a spot can be found or parking can be found across the street, easy-peasy. I'm happy we have found a family martial arts school. I will recommend JSK Riverside 100%.

I don't fancy paying a karate instructor to spend 15 minutes at then end of a karate session that's…read more30 minutes long that I'm paying a lot of money for so that he can brag to all the kids and parents about how cool he is because he used to practice karate on his lunch breaks in high school, and he's apparently a math whiz. I would only know this if he told me... he did. He likes to brag... a lot. He brags to the whole dojo. Also a cult-Luke atmosphere. "I don't know any kids who quit; only parents who quit." So planting the seed if you "cancel" services you're a loser/quitter. That crap doesn't work on me. He likes to lecture the parents a lot under the guise of addressing "the class" I see right through his bull. I was paying $330 per month, but that's not all! Wait! There's more! There's a $29 fee sign up per child. There are tons of other fees. Tournament fees, test fees... $60 here, $80 there, $50 for this... it's extremely expensive and it didn't even work. I spent thousands of dollars in less than a year... over $3,000 in 7 months, and that doesn't include the months that they charged me after I said I wanted to terminate my contract. My contract was up. I was on the fence to renew due to the expense, the schedule, and it wasn't really accomplishing what we wanted to accomplish. When it was time to renew, I asked Angela if my boys could keep attending the same class because I only had a small window after school to be able to show up. I told her that I would only renew if my boys could stay in the same class. I overheard the conversation she had with Michael (because I was sitting on the floor since there is never any seats to sit in). He said it would be fine, so I renewed my contract for 7 more months. 1 month later, this happened: He gave a speech to the whole dojo. Parents and children included (another lecture to the whole "class" but he was really directly addressing ME). It was right after a "test." Both of my kids passed their tests and belted up. So he decided to make an "announcement", I guess. "If you have two kids in the same class and one of them passed their test then they are going to be in a different class now and you need to figure that out. I have a family who have 8 kids in 8 different classes so figure it out." It was obvious to me he was addressing me since I was the only human being who had two kids in the same class. If he wasn't cool with that- it would be fine, but he never said that. He said he was cool until I signed the contract and then all of a sudden he wants to call me out in front of literally everyone because I literally can't be in two places at once. I never showed up for a class after that, but I still had to pay over $1,000 which was a loss. Also, why do we need to teach 5-year-olds how to break someone's arm? That's weird. Like, I get "kick here; kick there." Do your blocking set. Do Form 1, etc... but why? Why would a 5-year-old ever need to know how to give another child a "spiral fracture" in their arm?? It's weird. He was SO JAZZED to teach a bunch of kids how to give another kid a spiral fracture in their arm. Odd. Kindergarteners! Scared mouse of a wife charges bookoo bucks for photos, another upcharge. She puts her photos on shirts & (over)charges for that as well. Very cult-like atmosphere.

As a parent, I can't recommend Sensei Amy enough. My son started with her in 1st grade, and today…read morehe's a black belt--but more importantly, he's grown into a confident, disciplined, and respectful young person because of her guidance. Sensei Amy has a rare gift of connecting with kids while holding them to a high standard, and you can truly see how much she cares about each student's growth. This has been one of the best decisions we've made for our child, and I'm incredibly grateful for the impact she's had on his life.

Sensei Amy is amazing! I love the strict disciple but fun caring she puts in! It's amazing how she…read morememorizes every student's name from the first day!!! After watching my daughter go through karate for years, I got up the courage and asked if I could take karate and S Amy was my first ever karate teacher as well!! I love how when the students move up to the intermediate and advanced levels, they continue assisting the younger students! When i daughter first moved up, she did NOT know how to assist but with patience, the staff at RSK helped build her confidence! Love this place!!!

Another year has past and I am still proud to be part of the amazing and accepting Gorilla family!…read moreFrom the amazing leadership from the dedicated coaches to the motivated and eager students. The lessons learned here go deeper than just self defense. Oosss

Killer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu here! If you want to win tournaments, this is where you train.read more

My son has been taking classes here for 4 years. I have watched him develop skills crucial to not…read moreonly defending himself but skills for life. The instructors are encouraging while holding the students accountable for their character development, skill development and monthly projects. Chris, Cliff, Sarah, Clayton and Serenity are amazing at teaching and modeling techniques to further enhance students' learning. My son enjoys his time working out and honing his self defense skills here. The community this gym has built is friendly and welcoming - they do fun events outside the gym that you can join in on for more fun and activities. If you are looking for a great martial arts gym for kids, teens or adults, this is THEE place to train in Riverside!

I've been learning Krav Maga here for the past 5 years and I love it! The people are amazing and…read morethe teaching approach is inclusive.

Kru Rob was so wonderful for my first class here. The space is a gorgeous, big open space and other…read morestudents were so friendly and kind to me. I wish I lived closer so I could come here everyday.

First time visiting for a seminar with the Muay Thai kickboxing legend Saenchai. The owner was very…read morepolite and told us to make ourselves at home. This is a very clean facility with great equipment and fun environment.

If your son or daughter is interested in learning martial arts--and so much more--this is the place…read moreto be. Dave Hopkins Kung-Fu San Soo is a family-owned business run by an incredible family and a team of dedicated instructors who teach far more than just Kung-Fu. My son has been training here for several years, and I've had the privilege of watching him grow into a more confident, focused, and coachable young person. The lessons taught are practical, relatable, and applicable to everyday life, helping children build a strong foundation not only in martial arts but also in school, sports, and personal development. What sets this school apart is its emphasis on character, discipline, respect, and perseverance. The instructors genuinely care about each student's growth and success, both on and off the mat. They offer classes for young children, teens, young adults, and adults, making it a welcoming environment for the whole family. I highly recommend Dave Hopkins Kung-Fu San Soo to anyone looking for a martial arts program that teaches valuable life skills along with exceptional training.

Dave Hopkins is the best at what he does. He teaches fighting skills, but he also teaches life…read moreskills in the process. I've trained at other dojo and he's the best. It feels like you belong to a family. Dr. Mark Norris

Great gym for the whole family. Found the perfect place where the whole family can learn, train and…read morehave fun. It's clean and coaches care!

Both of my kiddos were attending the kickboxing class and thoroughly enjoyed it. They both learned…read moremoves they were glad to know how to defend themselves if they need to.