We were looking for an extracurricular activity for our two boys (ages 9 and 6) but were having…read moretrouble finding something that they really took to. They don't do well with someone yelling in their face and they're not big on sports. After asking around, we were recommended Mr. Sells Martial Arts. It's so nice that he offers a free, no commitment, one week trial to really see if the kid(s) enjoy the classes. After a week, our boys were hooked and look forward to attending every afternoon. Mr. Sells is so patient and knows his stuff. All the kids respect him and you can tell they all WANT to be there, they're not forced to be there. Mr. Sells will teach your child all things karate, but also sprinkles in some valuable life lessons with each class. None of that toxic masculinity stuff! Pricing is reasonable especially for how flexible the time/classes are. There's always going to be a class that fits your schedule and he doesn't make you feel bad if you miss one. I HIGHLY recommend this to everyone, but even more so if you have a timid/introverted kiddo. Try to get there a little early if you have questions, or call and leave a message, because classes start timely and he is busy with the kids once 3pm hits.

We've known Curtis since High School. He is a very dedicated, knowledgeable, well-qualified…read moreinstructor. Our 3 year old son feels very comfortable with Curtis in his class. For all the parents reading this, I highly recommend Curtis Sells Martial Arts for your kids, He is very gentle and nurturing, and your kids will surely love him. Also, Curtis Sells Martial Arts teaches LOVE, RESPECT, UNDERSTANDING, FOCUS, PEACE, and more to his students.

Nice gym with lots of class options and a clean facility. Nice and knowledgeable coachesread more

Jose has been an amazing coach for our son. My son "Nasty Nate" always is asking to go train with…read moreJose at Hollister BJJ. BJJ has been so much more to my son than just an activity. His confidence, leadership and "heart" have grown exponentially. I think Jiujitsu is the single greatest thing you can do for your child and this is the place for it in Hollister!

My kids have been part of the Kugtar MMA family since 2019, and I can truly say it has been such a…read morepositive experience for both of them. Over the years, they have trained in Tang Soo Do and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and have had the opportunity to learn from so many wonderful instructors, especially Maa'm, who has had such a positive impact on them. She is an amazing instructor and a genuinely great person. You can tell that she truly cares about every one of her students. She gets to know them, believes in them, encourages them, and wants to see them succeed not only in martial arts, but in life. Maa'm can be tough, but that is part of what makes her such a great martial arts instructor. Martial arts isn't always supposed to be easy. Maa'm knows when her students are capable of more, and she pushes them because she believes in them. Her toughness comes from a place of caring and wanting her students to become stronger, more disciplined, and more confident. I have personally seen a tremendous change in both of my children. Before joining Kugtar, my son was being bullied at school and struggled with standing up for himself. Since becoming part of Kugtar, his self-esteem and confidence have grown tremendously. Seeing him learn to believe in himself, stand up for himself, and know that he has the skills to defend himself if necessary has meant so much to me as a parent. If you are looking for a martial arts school where your children can learn how to defend themselves while also building confidence, discipline, respect, and character, I highly recommend Kugtar MMA.

Excellent coaches. They teach the children to be disciplined. I don't have to worry about anything…read morebecause I know my son is in a good training environment. The work Maan and the coaches do is excellent.

Truly a great dojo! My kids have been taking classes for a while, and they have gained…read moreself-confidence, made friends, and learned a lot! The instructors are very dedicated and create a welcoming environment. Plus the philosophy and goals of this art are based on ancient traditions yet geared towards the real world with great value of peace and healing... for mind and body.

Just took a tour. And this gym has everything you need. Including one of the largest squat racks…read morearound. Great weight Lifting equipment to get those gainz. Met April the owner and she's pretty awesome and welcoming. They even sell day passes! Really love the vibe here.

I love this gym. April(the owner) is always so positive and kind. It's evident she cares about the…read moremembers of the gym and trying to continue growing and improving the business. Everyone I've come across there is friendly and the energy of the gym members is contagious. The gym itself has all the equipment you'll need to get a good workout done, plus they offer classes to help you reach your goals. Can't say enough good things about this place.

Great instruction for kids, highly recommended. Your kids will work in a disciplined, respectful…read moreenvironment. You must earn your belt and it is not given as a freebie. While it may be not cheap, it is well worth the money. Adult classes also.

Simply the best family fitness center around! Rick has been in business in Toro Park for decades!…read moreIn fact when I was 10 I was attending his martial arts classes! I am now 34 and Rick is still in the same business with even more variety! I am not training in martial arts at the moment, though he does teach it and has classes regularity. I am doing Ricks aerobic and HIIT classes in the morning on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. I have lost over 20lbs and even got a 6 pack since training with Rick. I am now bring my body fat percent down from 20% when I started 2 months ago down to 17%. Rick is also doing personal training and a variety of other fitness classes, great place for the whole family, affordable prices! Definitely recommend to anyone serious about achieving success in their fitness goals!

Martial arts institute is awesome! My son started in January 2026 & 6 months in he has learned &…read moreimproved so much! They teach respect & his confidence now is through the roof when it comes to defending himself. They offer Kenpo Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & even Zumba classes for the adults. I highly recommend this place, it is family owned, they are so welcoming, skilled & passionate about what they do

We have two kids enrolled here, and we've had a wonderful experience so far. The instructors are a…read morekind, welcoming family. My kids have really benefited from the emphasis on discipline and respect, and the environment is inclusive and supportive. We especially appreciate the schedule that allows our kids to learn both American Kenpo and Jiu-Jitsu every week. Since joining, they've gained so much confidence and developed great skills. We appreciate the dedication this dojo has to its students and the community, and we look forward to keeping our kids enrolled for years to come. Highly recommend!

Having experienced other BJJ gyms that "teach" you 1-2 moves then throw you onto the mat the "roll"…read morewith little to no experience, I was hesitant to give it another try. My buddy attends this school, and finally convinced me to give BJJ another chance, as the Gracie Academy was different than all other trial-by-fire gyms I had attended. I enrolled in the 10-day, no hassle trial that included a BJJ gi and white belt. Over those 10 days, I was able to attend 4 classes and haven been going ever since. Tom (the black belt instructor) is very knowledgeable, and will take the time to listen to your question and address issues until you understand what is being taught. I highly recommend you come join us on the mat!

My daughter was nervous her first class but Brendon and the instructors were awesome and went out…read moreof their way to make her feel welcomed. She had an amazing time and learned a couple of moves her first class. She immediately got home and practiced said moves on her dad. She left the class feeling happy and proud of herself.