My son has been going to Silva Martial Arts for a few years now and he loves it! He enjoys the training and especially all the teachers. There's one outstanding teacher and that is Brian Hurst. He is a very capable and efficient martial arts teacher, cares for his students and wants the best for them. He makes the students feel welcome in a family like environment. He pushes the students to do their best in the right way, not in a negative way but in a positive way. We are fortunate that our son is attending Silva Martial Arts under the very best teacher. Thank you!! read more

All four of my boys became black belts at Silva Tae Keon Do. Amazing foundation discipline- that helped them in life as well as with their other sports. Silva Tae Kwon Do provides a nurturing environment that fosters community, integrity and self defense- to protect yourself and others. read more

This is a private owned Tae Kwon Do company. I'm a student here and I like it here because the Mr. Silver gives us individual attention. Two years ago, I was scared to join any Tae Kwon Do school, but when I tried this place out, everyone was really welcoming and nice. This place is like a little community. I studied Tae Kwon Do at Taejin Tae Kwon Do for two years when I was younger. I took a very long break and decided I wanted to start Tae Kwon Do again. I called around to see how much it would cost, and my they are $$$. This place is one of the best priced. They had a free trial for a week so I did that. I decided to join because everyone was really nice here and it fit within my budget. I remember when I first joined, my muscles were sore for a month!! It came to the point, where I would walk funny, but that went away. My muscles just had to get use to working out again, and it just meant I had a good workout. I like it here! You should come here just try a few classes. I love Tae Kwon Do! read more

While most of the teachers are really nice they don't seem to have control of the students. The ratio of instructors to students was too high for effective training. Half of class is just trying to get the kids to listen. "Yes sir?" For awesome detailed instruction and loving respectful discipline try Kimoo martial arts in Santa Clara! You will notice the difference from the moment you walk in. read more

first of all... I am not qualified to review their Tae Kwon Do Dojo as a dojo. Hopefully somebody else will come along and do that. I can say that my friend's kid goes there and they like it enough. It looks clean enough, the mat is big and soft enough and there are cool looking young folk with ribbons on the walls and in the display case. If you do go in, check out the pic of the famous but really freakin scary looking 10 year old with the 6 pack abs - pics just to the left of the main desk. WOW... that kid freaks me out. No offense, i am sure he can kick my rear around the block like a soccer ball, but muscles like that on a 10 year old just aint right... Back to the point, we were here the other day for a kids birthday. Like so many places with a bit of space, they will host a birthday party for a price. Obviously this is a Tae Kwon Do themed birthday. They play some games, do some simple punch kicky things in a line, and then finish with a death match between the birthday boy and the smallest kid there. Overall the kids looked to have fun, burned some energy, etc. Then they have a room in the back big enough for a big long table (read snacks, cake, presents, etc). For a birthday outing, its not quite the pure elation of one of those jumpy house places, and airborne gymnastics has a little more for the kids to do. But its a neat theme and a bit different which is cool. Be prepared that your kid might walk out asking to do Tae Kwon Do (I saw a coupe kids in full parent nag mode when leaving). I bet the teacher gets plenty of clients from these birthdays. read more

Tae Kwon Do is a healthy sport with a healthy attitude. Silva Martial arts has all the positive traits that we were looking for in a martial arts studio. This place is very family oriented and the instructors are great with the students! My son is only 4 and he has gained so much flexability and strength from his classes. He has also learned some self control, and for a 4 year old thats pretty impressive. If you are looking for a studio where your child can grow and develop healthy habits and excersise, then this is the place for you!! They also offer a short summer camp that is lots of fun for older children, like 6-12, kids do not have to do TKD to join the camp. My daugther did the summer camp last year and she had an absolute blast! This place is a true winner in my book! read more

Great facility. Good diversity of staff and students. Staff is friendly. Better than all the other martial arts places around. I am really reluctant to provide all the positives because I don't want this place to get crowded. read more

Earned my black belt here, loved every minute of the family atmosphere.

My son loves going to his martial arts class. The teachers and staff are very good, they give special attention to each and every child. Claire is always so warm and friendly and handles all the concerns in the best possible way. Thanks to team Silva Martial Arts for instilling confidence in my child and making him love taekwondo. read more

Silva's Martial Arts has been excellent for my boy now 9 who started at 6. I only wish he had started at 3 as is such a helpful preparation for school. We look forward to his progression from a teen to adult and earning a black belt. The instructors are very knowledgeable in teaching both the physical training and the life skills of good character building like focus and perseverance. Also the kids have fun besides getting a healthy work out, especially on Saturdays! Many people participate from different schools, especially in Santa Clara. It has become a community like a family for us. We all have the same goals to help be the best we can be for our children and ourselves. Although we have checked out other places, this one is the best! We are so grateful for the quality training and caring at Silva's Martial Arts! Thank you, G.G. & Anthony read more

SMA is an amazing studio! We have been part of this family for 4 years now. Master Hurst and Master Torres are so great with the kids. Firm, kind and patient. They truly care about the kids and the community! They do a lot of charity events with the local schools. They are just really genuine, wonderful souls. Join the studio, you won't be disappointed! read more

FEBRUARY 2010 The studio had to move near Costco Santa Clara. Spectators should bring sweaters. But participants get warm quickly. The reason it gets cold there because the new space is bigger so it takes a lot more to heat during winter time. Also, there's plenty more space for parents and families to hang out, watch, and wait. There's even tables, chairs, and benches for you to get comfy on. MARCH 2009 Taking Tae Kwon Do is already awesome but Silva TKD makes it even more fun. If you're looking for a positive, friendly, and knowlegeable tae kown do dojang, this is it. The dojang (studio) is large and clean. Smells nice. It does not smell like a locker room like other places are. Mr Silva is competent, knowledgeable, patient, postive, and a great teacher. He know what he's talking about but more importantly he has the skills to translate it to someone who is a rookie or seasoned student. Prices is reasonable. I can tell you its a little more than what you'd pay for a normal Ballys-type gym but attending TKD classes is way more worth it. You learn new skills and discipline. Going to the gym is a lot of times boring and redundant. Silva TKD is NOT boring at all. There's always something new. Classes coverforms, sparring skills, and conditioning. read more

My son started out in the Tiny Tigers class for ages 3-6 or so. He is 6 and just moved on to the big kids class (as he calls it) because he did so well at his last belt testing. Since we enrolled him, he has learned the difference between fighting and self-defense. He has learned great self control of his attitude and actions. The instructors are AWESOME and make sure each student gets their turn to practice their moves. We drive from southeast San Jose 3 times a week just to keep our son at this studio. I highly recommend this Martial Arts Studio. read more

The ratio of student to teacher is way too high. Too many kids and and not enough attention. Everything feels rushed and some of the kids seem out of control. They also mix different belt levels. read more

We have two kids who love coming to Silva Martial Arts for Tae Kwon Do classes. In addition to learning martial arts and getting a great workout, they work on the importance of self-control, and being respectful and positive. In response to the outdated review complaining of a lack of parking, temperature, and bathroom location, the studio moved locations a few years ago, where these issues are no longer relevant. The studio has ample parking, comfortable temperature, and a clean, accessible bathroom. It's a smaller studio, so limited seating sometimes becomes a problem on high attendance events, such as belt testing, and you may find yourself having to stand if you arrive early for class while you wait for the earlier class to clear out. Sometimes, I'd just walk a few shops over to grab some Starbucks if we're early. Definitely give them a try, if you are looking for a healthy extracurricular activity for your child. read more

SMA is a fantastic studio run by a dedicated, knowledgeable, and patient staff. I myself attended this studio off and on since the age of 16. My younger brothers all also attended here, with one of my younger brothers receiving his black belt as a result. My brother has a cognitive disability, and while he is incredibly smart and dedicated to whatever it is he does, can struggle processing complex information, especially when it is new (forms, etc.,.). Not only were they facilitating of that, but they also created an environment where he could feel safe and secure in his practice and even went as far as expecting him, just like any other student, to lead lower level classes. Furthermore, when my family went through some very difficult times, the studio was yet another support system in the community. They banned together to help our family, and were very supportive. These are things that from a business perspective, when considering the value and emphasis an organization places on its customers, are above and beyond. They care about the whole athlete, the whole family unit. Mr. Silva, Mr. Brian, Mr. Torres, Mrs. Gabby (as my brother refers to them as), as are truly special and fantastic people. From a content perspective, they know their stuff, and they know how to train and teach. After training with them off and on for a few years, I ended up in Korea myself, where I decided to complete my training and receive my black belt. I enjoyed the studio in Korea very much. I can tell you, though, that SMA pushes their athletes just as hard, and trains them just as well, if not even better. You won't be disappointed with your choice to train here, especially if you have young children that you would like to develop physically, mentally, and emotionally. I really appreciated everything they have done for myself and my family over the years. read more

My child has been a student at Silva Martial Arts for almost four years. They offer a Tiny Tigers class for ages 3-5, a kids class for ages 5-12, and a teen/adult class. This is primarily a Taekwondo studio, but some of the instructors are trained in other martial arts. About the instructors: Mr. Hurst is absolutely amazing with the kids, soft spoken, but able to keep the attention of a large group of energetic adolescent kids with his kind and patient demeanor. We also really like Mr. Roilo, Miss Gabby, Mr. Kaden, and Mr. Torres, who are also excellent with the kids. Master Silva is the owner. He doesn't teach the kids classes as often as the other instructors, so it's always a treat when he does, because he always speaks kindly, always with a smile. You can tell these instructors love working with the kids. My only complaint is that there is one other instructor, whom I do not want to name, that a vastly different teaching style. Unlike all the other instructors, he speaks loudly (yells, actually) to the class. He is quite strict and intolerant, and has trouble getting the class in order, so he yells even more. He is actually a nice person, and the kids seem to like him regardless. It is interesting to see the difference. The quiet, calm, patient instructors have so much more control of the class, and the kids follow their lead with better self-control. The one loud, yelling, intolerant instructor usually has to struggle more and yell more to maintain control of the class, and again, the kids follow his lead with less self-control and less focus. We do love SMA, regardless of the one staff member. If he were to take a calmer approach to his teaching style, I would give them 5-stars. Oh, and the studio is very clean, and provides adequate seating, with good, stable wi-fi. I highly recommend Silva Martial Arts! read more

We recommend Silva's for Taekwondo. Their best instructor is Brian Hurst. He works well with the students and is willing to help them succeed. Sparring classes on Mondays are okay. read more

1. An excellent environment for children and adult to learn in. My kids have been studying here for about 4 years, and I can see a difference in how they view things. This Tae Kwon Do studio is such a positive step for children and adult for all ages. The instructors are very family oriented. Potlucks, beach outings, and family is always invited. Silva TKD has a very reasonable price. So if you want something real, something traditional, and to become stronger mentally and physically. I highly recommend stopping by. My kids and I love this studio. read more

There are A LOT of martial arts studios in the San Jose area so what sets this one apart? The people. The instructors and staff at SMA are knowledgeable and approachable. Silva Martial Arts is certified by both the World Tae Kwon Do Federation and by USA Tae Kwon Do. This highest level of certification means that a black belt you earn at Silva Martial Arts will be recognized anywhere in the world. They are centrally located and have plenty of parking. My kids and I LOVE it here. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else. read more