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Roots Kickboxing

4.7 (50 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Why I like this place: The coaches are experts in their field. Passion, Integrity and discipline are the staple of their practice. You can see the many years of combined experience that they bring to the table. There are no handouts here and is as real as you can get with the coaches and the staff. Do you want to know Who our coaches are? Come Take a free class or observe one! ..... What keeps us coming back and referring their classes and location ..... There is a welcoming vibe with anyone who walks in from novice to experienced. As you become familiar with the coaches and their philosophy of educating, their students, you begin to understand that there is a deeply seeded root in their dedication to educated our youth in the importance of respect for self and others, having discipline and self-control, and being a teammate who encourages their colleagues. Kids are learning to be a leader and utilize feedback as fuel to strengthen skill sets. Our coaches see the kids who show up day after day to practice and the potential that these kids have along with consistent dedication, passion and heart. ...What they are Not.... This isn't just a day to day after school program, this isn't something to just keep them busy, there are no babysitters here where you drop off and leave and pick up. This is a family. This is a community that you become a part of even if just a spectator or a parent of a child who participates. Often you will see parents here, tailgating outside their trucks and cars with camping chairs outside talking about their kids and the tournaments that they'll be attending in the near future. It is a close knit family, and we build within the community of ROOTS. These coaches show up not only for their practice each day / six days a week, but they also show up for all the various tournaments for jiujitsu and Mui Thai that are held all throughout Northern and Southern California even as far as Arizona to support their students and ensure that they have a Squad riding behind them! ...When... Classes vary by age group. Best place to check is their website for most accurate classes offered each month. They also offer a trial if you're interested.

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Roots offers Muay Thai training for all types of individuals. Whether you want to compete in Muay Thai, get in better shape, or even just to learn the art without having to compete - its all there! Coach Barry will take your standup game to a whole new level! It's not just a cookie cutter type class. He really gets you to think about technique and is always willing to give one on one coaching. His knowledge of the fight game is second to none. And yes, his teaching is that good, but him as a human being is even better. A very humble and wise dude and it resonates throughout the entire gym. All egos left at the door. Coach Jaime teaches the basics and intermediate adult class, as well as the entire kids class. His teaching methods go hand in hand with Barry's. The kids really gravitate to his style of teaching. He has the PERFECT blend of serious/fun with the kiddies. The kids class speaks for itself, it's packed! He also teaches M-F 12pm class, which is perfect for days I can't make it in the evening. Professor Vitor is the head instructor for the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program and is a black belt from the Caio Terra lineage. He is all about attention to details and really ingraines each drill step by step, to ensure efficiency! We truly are fortunate to have his world class jiu jitsu being taught at Roots! A really good dude! I wish he taught a morning or afternoon class at Roots. The other coaches Chris and Ben work with beginners in Muay Thai and BJJ. Those two have been there since inception and are core members of the gym. There are also plenty of students (outside of the coaches) that will also help some of the other students. Everyone like I mentioned is so cool, chill, and friendly! Roots is basically my second home. I can't imagine being anywhere else.

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It's a great place to learn a life long skill the people are welcoming and supportive

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This place has very dedicated and friendly martial artists. I especially loved the jiu jitsu class! Will be back!

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For the free classes, are the gears included or do we buy them separately?

You need to bring your own gloves and hand wraps (they do sell hand wraps there though).

Whats ths monthly fee structure?

Good morning! Thank you for your interest in Roots. Our rates start at $99 /month, depending on… Read more

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