Rebecca is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and passionate instructor! I took the Urban Self-defense…read morecourse and learned a variety of helpful tips. The best part is that Rebecca goes over different self-defense methods so that you can figure out what feels the best for you. I have always been one to be proactive rather than reactive, so this class helped me overcome some fears. I hope I will never have to used the skills that Rebecca showed me, but I'm glad I know them for when the situation arises.

Women: take this class! It was half information: how to avoid confrontation, what to do if you…read morecan't avoid it, situational awareness, and tools you can use to protect yourself. The other half was learning and practicing moves to defend yourself. Rebecca and her assistant were super professional but also really friendly and accessible. We were all newbies and some of us (me) were really clueless and nervous, but they were so patient and efficient and clear with their instructions I felt really safe and supported. We all got to practice our moves with a dummy (Dave!) and with the teachers, and they made sure we got them right before we moved on. I left the class feeling confident, like I was more prepared and capable to handle threatening situations. I couldn't recommend this class more! Thank you so much to Rebecca and her assistant (whose name I somehow forgot again, I'm so sorry! You are so cool and amazing!) I was so impressed and inspired, I hope to see you all again at a future class.

Our child went to WVMA. All of the instructors were great,…read morebut the place just got more and more crowded. There are just way too many kids in a class for the size of the place. SUPER crowded! And the more and more crowded it got, the more and more chaotic the floor got and that led to less and less instruction for the kids. I wish it didn't get so bad, because we really liked it there! They desperately need to limit the class size!

Love the discipline. The teaching of morality and respect are great ideas that have longevity and…read morebenefits. The spiritual aspect is most important.

My son has had such a great experience at XMA! The classes are a perfect balance of discipline and…read morefun, and the coaches are wonderful at keeping the kids engaged and interested. He looks forward to every class and is learning so much while having a great time. Highly recommend!

I contacted them about my three daughters (6/8/10) who have no marital arts experience, the owner…read moreMr. Payam was extremely rude & condescending to me over the phone, even interrupting my wife on the call. I was going to give them a try even though I don't live close (South San Jose), and unfortunately have to try another business. Terrible customer service!

Rich and Gene are extremely good at teaching BJJ - the key is teaching. Examining the students'…read moreexperience level based on how work in training, finding what concepts and techniques will benefit them the most based on what they see with their many years of experience, and explaining an demonstrating it in a way that will get the student the furthest in their goals. They don't let their purple or blue belts do all the teaching - they get in there and break it down, examine the issues they see, and find great ways to explain and improve in those areas. They are great at teaching newer students, as as a white belt with a year or so of experience, the knowledge and ability jump in that have been very large. I feel like 3 months of time here is worth 2x the time I have spent elsewhere. The benefit (and also a downside) to the school is it is very small (for adults). You get a lot of personal attention and guidance. The downside is the classes can be small sometimes for adults, depending on the day and time. If you are an advanced BJJ artist it would be a great opportunity to get a lot of individual help from very experience practitioners. The facilities are extraordinary clean and well-maintained - as good as or better than many schools. I would eat lunch off their mats :)

I dropped by this BJJ academy for a trial and was impressed with how everything is operated. Very…read moresmooth communication to arrange the free trial (3 days / 1 week), and the instructors are top notch. There is a recurring schedule for mornings and evenings to fit your training needs. Each instructor provided very strong technical detail about techniques and moves. As for sparring, the sessions were both technical and fun. Samurai BJJ also has a very strong kids program for those looking to get their children enrolled to build self-defense skills, discipline, and confidence. Facility is great with water dispenser, bathrooms, showers, and a good mat space. Very transparent about pricing. Highly recommended.

Just attended a self defense workshop and the annual Norcal women's practice which Saratoga Dojo…read morehosted. The Saratoga Dojo is part of Shotokan Karate of America, a non-profit karate organization that was founded in 1955. This dojo has been around for over 25 years and teaches serious, traditional martial arts. They have great instructors who have practices many years and are seasoned instructors of both adults and children. Classes are offered as part of the Group Exercise program at the Southwest YMCA in Saratoga. Come try it out! https://saratoga.ska.org/

I have been practicing at Shotokan Karate of America, Saratoga dojo since 2007, with Craig Hamman…read moreand Curt Wvong as my seniors (dojo leaders). Under their guidance and mentoring, I feel that even as an adult I am growing stronger in mind, body, and spirit. SKA practice emphasizes the development of a strong mentality: polishing of techniques through extensive and exhaustive repetition, committing to one's attack, defense, and counterattack without flinching or bailing, and breaking through one's natural tendency to rest or give up in the face of fatigue or adversity. SKA practice at Saratoga is included with a current Southwest YMCA membership and a single annual SKA fee. Unlike some other martial arts organizations, SKA is a nonprofit organization that does not charge any fees for gradings or require members to purchase SKA-branded equipment. For anyone looking to strengthen their whole self and learn a martial art, I wholeheartedly recommend looking into practice with SKA.

I took Fighting Rifle 1 + 2 over the weekend and had a great time and learned a ton. I went from…read morenot knowing how to rack the rifle, to knowing how to zero a rifle, confident with manipulations, and knowing what my limits are in terms of shooting, stress, and movement. It was also a lot of fun Brian really donates all of his energy into this, and goes above and beyond. He's not here to give you a simple low effort easy experience that you can feel good about later. He wants to challenge you. He really wants you to grow as a shooter and share with you his passion for this activity and skill. I saw a few people here post about the drive up so I want to help inform others with this aspect-- I will say that its a very doable drive if you can drive twisties. I have performance driving experience and it took 50 minutes from the base of San Jose. I will say if you are less experienced, budget 1.5 hours. And if you lack confidence driving, budget 2 hours. Its not a difficult drive as in there is no risk, as long as you drive within your limits in terms of speed. Feeling not confident? Just slow down. Some people were driving 15-20mph which is totally fine for these roads. But if you are the type of person that cannot confidently put their car where they want it to go, I would skip this trainer and find a closer place to town. His range itself is off road. I would say its in the beginner off road level of driving. Meaning treat it like driving on road. There isn't really anything that can damage your car. But you will be driving on dirt, and if you are not used to that it might concern you. But don't worry off road is only tricky with hills, ruts, or rocks, which there are none. With a standard sedan, drive up to the bathrooms. Any further and you will get bigger hills. With fwd, if you are a confident driver you can make it down to the classroom building. However I would not suggest driving down to the range unless you have AWD as you may not have enough traction to go back up. I will say that if you do not consider yourself a skilled driver, do not drive back at night. Plan to pack up at 5 and leave at 6 minimum (assuming 7 is sunset). I drove back at night, and had to manage deer (saw two packs), fog, rocks on the road. It was raining that day so maybe my drive back was trickier than normal. These things are not an issue during the day, however at night you do need to be attentive.

I don't write many 2-star reviews, but I think this experience warrants it. I took the firearm…read moresafety class with Brian, and unfortunately I can't recommend it. Brian was unprofessional, rude, and had a habit of belittling students. He made the learning environment uncomfortable by embarrassing people rather than constructively correcting them. While I understand that it's not an instructor's job to be friendly or to "hold our hands," there's a difference between being direct and being outright disrespectful--and Brian crossed that line. In terms of content, the class was heavily skewed toward theoretical discussions, such as legal frameworks for self-defense and broad topics on conflict and society. While some of this information was interesting and well-explained, it dominated the day, leaving little time for actual hands-on firearm training. The balance between theory and practical instruction was way off. Additionally, while Brian welcomed questions, he often responded by making students feel stupid instead of providing clear, direct answers. This approach, combined with his condescending attitude, discouraged people from asking questions at all. A firearms class should foster confidence and competence--not intimidation. I gave it 1 extra star because instructor Spencer was amazing. Overall, I did not gain much practical, in-depth knowledge about firearms or safety. If you're looking for a class that prioritizes hands-on training and a professional learning environment, I'd suggest looking elsewhere.

This place is amazing. I have found the level of instruction across the board from the adult…read moreclasses to the kids classes to be awesome. My whole family now trains here, either doing the kids bjj class, adult kickboxing, or adult bjj. The kids instructors are patient and know how the make the classes fun while pushing the kids out of their comfort zone. For the adult classes, the 6AM classes on Tues/Thurs has been amazing to get some solid training in early. Everyone has been super welcoming and I really enjoy the positive vibes throughout the gym.

My husband introduced me to this place for kickboxing since he takes Jiu-Jitsu here. I usually…read moredon't go to any gyms at all so after trying it out, I felt comfortable to be here and found it to be a very great workout with wonderful instructors including Brian, Nate & Sam! Sometimes, Erik who is the owner, would teach as well too if the instructor is out that day. Everyone is super friendly, it feels so family-oriented and the gym is very clean and spacious. It's also nice to be able to see my kids doing Jiu-Jitsu at the same day and time I am working out. My kids and I love it and enjoy coming every day from Monday to Thursday.

This is an awesome gym in Los Gatos. I attended a mitt work class here…read more It's a legit boxing gym open to beginners and experts alike - there is a ring, heavy bags, and focus mitts. The coaches are passionate. This is going to become my go-to in the bay area :)

Coach Tony and team make the classes fun, engaging, and educational. They've been very welcoming to…read moreall students no matter what your experience level is. I attend the Saturday morning mitt classes and already feel accomplished on the weekend right after. I started boxing for fitness and Title and Rumble, but really enjoy Los Gatos Boxing more with the instruction they provide.

This place is fantastic! From a martial arts standpoint, the instruction is top notch and the…read moreextremely effective. The kids improvement tends to be quick and lasting, while the process remains challenging and fun for them. In addition, though, there is a strong emphasis on respect toward others, accountability, and integrity. The community is supportive, friendly, and motivating. This place simply delivers everything we could have wanted from a karate studio. Barron also offers great summer camps, parents' night out events, and birthday parties - all of which we have taken full advantage of. There is truly no better place, as this one checks all the boxes and more.

Our kids have been training with Master Gabriel for several years. He has helped them to develop…read morestrength, technique and self confidence. This place is just amazing and goes way beyond just martial arts helping kids to develop strong character and values. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great martial arts studio for their kids. Also a nice bonus, it's located in downtown Campbell, walking distance from many stores and restaurants, which the parents can visit while the kids are training.

WCWMA is an exceptional karate school that has had a profound impact on our family. My daughter…read morebegan her journey here four years ago and my son three years ago--both recently earned their black belts, and we could not be prouder. The instructors are highly dedicated, patient, and genuinely kind. Beyond teaching karate, they instill confidence, discipline, respect, and kindness in every child. This school creates a supportive environment where kids grow not only as martial artists, but as individuals. If you are looking for a place that truly invests in your child's character and confidence, this is one of the best schools you will find. Highly recommended.

When talking about after school class, sending my son to west coach martial arts in Campbell is the…read morebest decision I ever made. He loves the class, the instructors and he made several best friends there. He is a black belt now and I never thought he had the potential to get black belt at 10!