This is a great gym! They have all the equipment for lifting weight, they have Muay Thai and Jiu…read moreJitsu classes with World Champions! Jessica is a brown belt, I know her from Dan Henderson's Athletic Fitness Center. She teaches the kids Jiu Jitsu class Mondays and Wednesday at DHAFC. She is great with the kids. The Luna Brothers and Ricardo Pantcho Feliciano will be teaching classes at Vista during the week as well. I highly recommend this place if you're in the Vista/San Marcos area! Tell them I sent you and you'll get a 10% discount for October 2017.

My son really enjoyed the first class he attended. The instructor, Jessica is very laid back and…read moreshe looks like she enjoys teaching these kids techniques.

I went here for my first Krav Maga class because I wanted to learn self defense while working out…read more The instructor, Benjamin, was really nice. He knew I didn't have experience so he paired me with a very experienced lady during different drills. There were quite many ladies there and they were very supportive of beginners which made my experience really positive. I will recommend this studio to others!

A friendly and inviting environment for my children. All the kids who train here seem to really…read moreenjoy the instruction. They are confident, strong, and talented, regardless of their skill level. It's a warm and nurturing environment for kids and adults alike. I recently started taking Krav Maga classes and am really impressed with how talented and engaging the instructors are. They take the time to work with everyone individually and make it a lot of fun. In a short period of time, I am prepared for whatever the world may throw at me.

This is a great and family oriented place. The instructors…read moreare nice and friendly. The teachers are caring and yet, strict. The school teaches children respect and responsibilities. We have been with WD for a year and love it.

I started with White Dragon Oceanside back in 1995 and after about 4.5 years, made it to Purple…read moreSash before I took a very long break. I just rejoined in December 2024 and am so happy I did. It was super cool to see Sifu Smith as the head instructor of the Oceanside school, as he was one of the senior instructors present for my Purple Sash test all those years ago. The environment is clean, very positive, very supportive and is great for all ages. What I love the most is learning useful techniques and forms while getting a great workout. We just had our annual tournament at Viejas Arena at SDSU and it was an excellent experience.

Master An is not only a fantastic instructor, but also a genuinely kind, patient, and caring…read moreperson. I feel like he treats his younger students like his own, creating a positive, welcoming atmosphere. You can tell he really loves teaching and is so good with the kids as he makes it really fun for them. His warmth and friendliness extend to the parents as well, making everyone feel like part of his Taekwondo family. I think other parents who come here would agree with me too. I can't say enough good things about Master An and his studio! I drive several miles just to bring my son here even though we live next to a couple studios in town. I wouldn't go anywhere else - this studio is worth every mile! We highly recommend Master An and his studio to anyone looking for a Taekwondo class in North County.

I moved to the San Diego area and was looking to get back into Taekwondo. I had earned my red belt…read morewhen I was stationed in Korea 30 years ago and, being deployed all the time, I was just never able to take class again after I got back. I found Master An and he was so welcoming! 30 years older (58) and overweight with a lot of broken parts, he takes what you have left and works with you and your abilities. I am working my way back up to where I was, lost over 60 pounds and look forward to the next class because it is so fun here! We really are a family. There are complete families who attend here - mom, dad, kids and have been here for years. Even the kids who have gone off to school always come back here on their breaks to take class. Master An is a wonderful instructor. He is so perfect with the little ones! The kids really seem to enjoy their classes, and you can tell he has so much fun teaching them! This is not a huge school where you are a nobody. Since everyone is at a different level, he gives special attention to each person. Everyone here is very encouraging to each other. I highly recommend An's Taekwondo! He offers a free class so come in and see what I mean!

Located in Vista CA, this dojo is a diamond in the rough for those who are looking to enroll their…read morekids or even themselves into a martial art school. Sensei Salvatore has years of experience teaching all ages from 3 years old to even 70+. Sal does great working with students who require a more focused approach if need be and can adapt his teaching curriculum to match the variated students. The dojo offers various classes apart from karate such as a beginner weapon class, gymnastics class and even private lessons. The community feels like one big family and the atmosphere is wonderful and very welcoming. The various instructors who guide classes and teach dojo mannerisms put their time and effort into helping the students thrive. If you want a change in attitude, discipline and self respect this dojo is the perfect start.

i'm so happy that i found this dojo... the people there are so kind and empathetic, and my autistic…read moredaughter feels respected and appreciated by sensei and all of the teachers and students there... it has been a profound experience for her and i am deeply grateful seeing her grow and feel safe under the tutelage of sensei...

I have to say this about Master T @ USSD because I am still just so beyond impressed…read more I randomly ended up at a church kids event and saw him doing ASL interpreting and I'm not kidding, I literally moved across the church just to sit closer and watch. I was in complete awe. I grew up with my mom as an interpreter, so I KNOW what I'm looking at and his skill is on another level. So of course I went up to him after like "okay that was incredible." EXTREMELY SKILLED Somehow in conversation he mentions he has a martial arts studio in Oceanside and I just kind of paused like God what? Because I had JUST been talking about finding something like this for my son. So we signed up. And I'm telling you right now this is not just another class. Not only is he a top Tier ASL Interpreter he is truly a master at his skills! I have sat there and watched him run a full room of kids--20+--all over the place, all different personalities, all different needs... and somehow he keeps them engaged, respectful, and still connects with each one individually. It's honestly amazing to watch. Like some magical supernatural superpower! And for my parents who get it kids with energy, ADHD, autism, sensory disorders this is where I was really watching closely. Because my child is full speed, no brakes all days, And somehow... it brings tears to my eyes to see how this is making a huge impact and difference in our lives! Like really trying. He wants to listen. He wants to do better. He wants to earn that respect from Master T and Sensei Elias. That right there means everything to me. Because it's not just kicks and punches. It's discipline. It's self-control. It's focus. It's respect. Character Sincerity Effort Etiquette and so much more! It's absolutely stunning to watch real life lessons being intertwined into these kids lives! I'm just sitting there half the time like... how are you doing this with this many kids?? It's impressive. It's consistent. And you can tell he genuinely cares. I am just so glad we found this place. This is one of those things you don't realize you needed until you see it.

Okay I thought I left a review but I am not above double dipping if it's for the greater good…read more Master Terrell and his team are the best instructors you could ask for. If a kid is struggling for one reason or another he employs patience I don't possess. He encourages them every step of the way without being a pushover. It's not "cheap" given today's reality but a super value for the dozen or so times a month they participate.

So it's a nice enough facility, and the owner is legit and also very nice. That being said, they…read moreare geared to the small kids, like 5-7 at most. My daughter first discovered karate and this school at someone's birthday party, and wanted to join. She was almost 9 at the time. We gave it a year but here's our takeaways: 1) classes aren't enough about promotions. Advancing colored belts and stripes require certain skills and to perform those skills in front of the master. But little to no time in a given class is spent on those skills. They play. They have fun. They run around. Maybe 5 minutes per 40 Minute session is spent on promotable skills. And if your child dare take a test and fail, no help is given to improve, and retesting is like pulling teeth. (Note as we were leaving they changed testing to only once a month on a day we couldn't attend, so was our final straw for leaving the school). 2) membership is flexible, you pay one fee per month and go whenever you want. Which is kind of nice, but it makes class sizes fluctuate wildly from as few as 5 participants to as many as 40. And larger classes rarely have more than one instructor. Leading to organized chaos and back to point 1, No skills being taught or learned. 3) we joined because our daughter was being bullied at high tech (whole other story there, don't go!) and wanted to feel like she could defend herself, mostly against boys who were physically abusive. Maybe it comes later but self defense and acts which build confidence, in my opinion, weren't touched in an entire year of classes. Luckily we moved her to a new SMUSD school which actually had anti-bullying policies, and the problem went away. 4) on the bullying, it happens here too. Little cliques of 5, 6 or 7 year olds who have their purple belts, feel emboldened to pick on, trick, etc white belts. Those with stripes belittle those without, and the cycle continues for every step up. Would expect more from a karate studio. Probably related to a lack of supervision as noted in #2. 5) business is run like it's 1980. No online portal, no way to pay bills easily or setup recurring payments. Invoices are an envelope with an amount, receipts when given are handwritten and vague, cards are charged 3% convenience fee (even debit). School tries to host events, but unless you get the right flyer the right day you have no idea. No online presence, no socials, etc. Conclusion, if you have a 4-5 year old boy, and you want to go 5 times a week for cheap, and don't need a business with an online presence, this might be a good fit for you. Not really a good fit for anyone else if you ask me.

I wholeheartedly recommend Orion martial arts. Master Laura runs a tight ship with her classes but…read moreis very flexible with respect to scheduling for the parents. Our boys started in the special needs class and then moved into the mainstream classes after a few years. Our daughter joined as well and even achieved her black belt. It was an amazing experience for all 3 of them. They learned discipline and hard work but never felt intimidated in the classes. The instructors are all professional and helpful. I can honestly say that it was a healthy and productive environment for all of the students.

This academy is the best. From the beginning they treated my kids and I like family and made us…read morefeel so safe and welcome when we were looking for a new place to train. Everyone is amazing and the teaching is so detailed and has helped us grow in our skill tremendously. The professor really cares that we learn and grow and takes the time to help each person improve. My kids and I have really enjoyed learning from Professor Brandon and his team. So thankful we found this hidden gem!

TL;DR: This is not your local McDojo neither is it your YMCA…read moreand definitely, not Jiu-jitsu light but what you'll learn and received at Walensky Jiu Jitsu is solid, foundation of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu while having fun in a great learning environment, with high level partners and an enthusiastic, technically brilliant coach. ________________________________________________________________________________ Read on to dive into my detailed, long overdue review.;) I feel incredibly lucky that we have friends who recommended Walensky Jiu Jitsu to us back in 2021. My husband and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Walensky Jiu Jitsu! You see, on the day we took a free class at Walensky Jiu Jitsu, we had just renewed our membership at our town's biggest BJJ school the day before but Brandon left a big impression on us that day that we signed up at the end of class. My journey in learning jiu jitsu started at 48 y.o. I have 2 left feet and no previous martial arts training. I started slow and steady. If you are like me, who likes to set goals, challenges and milestones to improve one's health and mental wellness, well, read on.... Here were/are my pain points learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and my solutions ;) Lack flexibility - do jiu jitsu Lack cardio - do jits. Lack motivation - do jits. Lack the strength - do some jiu jitsu I suck at this - do more... jiu jitsu. Need a challenge - do jiu jitsu. Not athletic - do jiu jitsu. I need a stress reliever. - How about some jiu jitsu? Although all of the above feels like a big mountain to climb sometimes, I show up every day and because of the quality and high level atmosphere at Walensky Jiu Jitsu, the day to day self- mind fuck battle of "Should I go today? I'm too tired, I'm not in the mood," just fades away and I'm always glad I came to train. The School Atmosphere: There's this line from a theme song from an old TV show that perfectly describes Walensky Jiu Jitsu - "Sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name..." SO TRUE! ....and they're always glad you came..... " VERY TRUE! It's very friendly and welcoming. Very family oriented with supportive, high level and caring, careful partners. No drama, no bullies or "spazzy" partners here. My husband and I found our second family here. We came for jiu-jitsu and we ended up making and having friends for life. The School Philosophy: The level of instruction is world class! Brandon believes in mastery of the fundamentals of jiu-jitsu. His clear, simple, fun and easy to follow instructions makes learning jiu-jitsu a breeze. You can trust that you'll be flowing like water a la Bruce Lee soon. Guaranteed, you'll get daily structured, progressive, purposeful and mindful training. No fancy moves - just effective, tried and true battle tested techniques. Well rounded and grounded in Gracie BJJ teachings. For those into progeny and Brandon's lineage and connection to the Gracies. Click on this link. https://www.gracieallegiance.com/san-diego-ca-usa Coach Brandon: Brandon is technically brilliant. He is an active competitor and several times IBJJF Champion. His enthusiasm and dedication to the practice is infectious! Learning the game with someone who has the passion, commitment and most importantly, a cavernous knowledge of Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu makes all the difference in the world. Every time I go on the mat, I know that I'm in good, safe hands and received personal instruction. Brandon takes the time to get to know you and your kids and is always concerned with your/their development inside and outside the gym. He is very hands on. He pushes and challenges you to be better. We're coming up on our two year anniversary at Walensky Jiu Jitsu and we couldn't be more happier with our decision. Did I mention how much we LOVE coming to class every day? ;) So if you are looking for a family oriented gym, with good atmosphere and camaraderie and will give you a solid, tried and true BJJ foundation, fun yet challenging, and make friends for life kind of place, then Walensky Jiu Jitsu is for you and your family.