Very inclusive, no ego gym. Instructors are very patient and welcoming with clear instructions. All…read morethe students are very friendly, no ego and help each other out. Easy to jump into a class and get on board.

I took the 3 hour self defense seminar here because I was specifically looking for something…read morepractical, and it exceeded my expectations. The instructor did a great job teaching techniques that actually feel usable while also introducing the basics of Krav Maga in a clear, straightforward way. I now take a Krav Maga class here each week and have had a great experience. I came in with no prior martial arts experience, in decent shape but not an athlete, and felt completely comfortable even as someone starting this later in life. The instructors meet you at your level and encourage you to have fun, which makes it easy to keep improving without feeling out of place. The space is clean, well run, and it's in a great location.

My son has been with USSD for at least the past four years, which has included all of his middle…read moreschool years. We started off at our local USSD dojo location in San Anselmo, which closed shortly after the start of the pandemic, and it led us to the SF location. I've seen my son grow confident, dedicated, and disciplined, by being a part of USSD. USSD SF has adapted to the pandemic by offering a combination of zoom classes and in-person classes, which works for us, since my son attends class virtually during the week, and goes in-person on Saturdays. A testament to Sensei and the bond between the team is seeing students grow up, go off the college, and come back to visit on school breaks. USSD SF also offers additional activities, such as ninja nights, summer camps, and competitions in southern CA. The location on Fillmore offers plenty for parents to do while kids are in class - there are a variety of eateries and shops within walking distance, and Japantown is only a couple of blocks away. Parking is metered right in front of the dojo, though you can drive a block or two to try to find non-metered parking.

Our family has been studying with Master Collins for 3.5 years and we love it! I signed both my…read morekids up, and my wife started taking lessons as well. We love the physical and mental concentration karate requires, and all of us have advanced tremendously at this dojo. It's wonderful for the kids, and they've gained not only physical self defence skills, but confidence and concentration as well. Master Collins is a great teacher with a wide range and decades of experience. I couldn't recommend this dojo more, for kids and adults!

This class was so helpful! going home more self aware and with new skills. thank you, Joseph!read more

Great tips for simple self defense using moves from martial arts. Instructor Miles was patient and…read morethorough during the free, hour-long class at Golden Gate branch library. Thank you!

I started training with Tim last year when I was looking for a class for learning the fundamentals…read moreof Jeet Kune Do. I was itching for a martial arts style that was more aligned with my meditation practice and yoga philosophy. Tim has been an excellent teacher, teaching me about the value of beating speed and strength with patience and movement. And how defense is the best offense. Tim's expertise shines through, and I've appreciated the focus on fundamentals and repetition that has helped me feel my body and build reflexes that are applicable for any situation. Also, I'm not gonna lie that it feels badass knowing specific pain triggers on the body and how locking peoples' fingers can cause them to squeal in pain and bend their bodies in compromising positions :) I highly recommend Tim for his expertise, humor, and kind hearted nature. He's a pleasure to train with

Shifu Tim is a gem of a human being and a master of his craft. I've had multiple nigling injuries…read morefrom lifting over the years and had basically resigned myself to managing constant back and knee pains. But after a few months of working with him I've never felt more confident and stable in my body. Highly recommend his mobility and martial arts classes.

Tried out the women self defense class. Very informative. Instructor was very patient and showed us…read moremany practical useful techniques. Will definitely come back to learn more

This past Sunday at 1:00 PM, about 22 brave souls gathered at my synagogue here in SF for our very…read morefirst Krav Maga self-defense session--and let's just say, you do not want to mess with this crowd now! We learned how to start defending ourselves, disarm and disorient an attacker, throw a well-placed kick (if necessary!), and even mastered the 8-elbow method of defense--which sounds like a dance move but is decidedly not. We also got a quick intro on what to do if faced with a gun or knife (hint: don't stick around). Huge thanks to everyone who came out and supported this powerful and empowering afternoon. Massive thanks to the Combat Krav team (Joel, Rob, Saban and Tony) for their great passion, positivity and wise advice! Keep smart and keep sharp!

Jonathan Chicas is amazing. He's patient, he pays attention, and he knows exactly when to push you…read moreand when to meet you where you're at, which is rare. The work I've done with him these last couple years has been an incredible mental and stress reliever, and I always leave feeling better than when I walked in. Whether you're a some just getting started, someone with real competitive aspirations, or someone with a 9-to-5 who just needs an outlet, I'd absolutely recommend training with Jonathan.

Dry helpful introducing some boxing basics to my kids. Definitely recommend him for beginners.read more

A lot of our friends and family had not seen lion dancing at a wedding before and they all had a…read moreblast. There were plenty of faces with their jaws dropped the entirety of the show. We requested LED lions and it made all the more fun! My coworkers, who have done lion dancing, could nitpick the skills but still enjoyed the show. The team was easy to communicate with. It was a blast for all our guests and we recommend to anyone considering.

10/10 would hire again! I booked them for a standard lion dance performance packaged with a fully…read moreloaded photobooth and I could not be happier. My wedding was in SF at Golden Gate Club, and they did not charge me a travel fee. They showed up on time per our wedding timeline, and was very professional through the whole process. Booking and selecting my photobooth format customizations was easy and seamless. Although I did a western wedding ceremony and reception, I still wanted to add an element to celebrate my Chinese culture, so this lion dance performance was a no-brainer. It was a surprise performance and my guests thoroughly enjoyed it! They brought in 3 lions and performed for about 12-15 minutes, stayed a bit for photo-ops and then ended it with playing around us and making guest table visits. The photobooth itself was a great value for unlimited prints, a full prop table, and 4 hours of coverage. They do offer a package discount if you bundle with a dance performance. I would definitely recommend inquiring about this bundle! Communicating with Abby just via email was super easy and she was great with accommodating to my schedule and coordinating with my wedding venue's event coordinator. I would recommend to anyone looking to add some fun entertainment for any occasion!

I have worked with Devon of Impulse PDR on two separate occasions and he is a phenomenal coach! He…read moreis professional, patient, and communicates information in a way any student would understand. He brings his A Game every time and it was an incredible experience taking his Spear Self Defense Class! I have learned a ton from Devon and look forward to taking another class in the future. Definitely check his classes out if you are interested in learning Self Defense!

Devon is a hands on instructor with a passion and knowledge that pours out through the entire…read moreclass. You will leave informed and realize you are more capable then you may think to better protect yourself.

I love Hot 8 Yoga. They are definitely superb to all the other Hot Yoga studios around. I recently…read morewent to core power in Berkeley and I just cannot deal with the fact that the heat is not hot enough and if you are a regular hot hot eight, you know what I'm talking about and I've been a regular too hot for a long time but right now I live in the East Bay so it's hard for me to get into the city as often but I will get back to hot eight otherwise please bring hot eight to Walnut Creek or the East Bay. I promise you you will be so successful on this side but anyway kudos to you guys for running a great business. Oh by the way, the classes are great and the rooms are always super clean and the instructors are great. I've been a member with them for like almost 5 years or more. I recently moved back up from the the LA area in the Woodland Hills location is superb just as much so super good studio. I can't wait to get back into it maybe in the new year and also when I had to pause my My Account account they were so helpful. Thank you so much to whoever is running the show over there. You guys are the best.

I took my first hot yoga class in years here!…read more Very easy to get to downtown. There's a Lyft bike dock like a block away, and many Muni lines come around here (hey, it is the Financial District.) Interior is very sleek, clean, and modern. I like how they had a water refilling station and some salts (hey, you sweat so much, you really need to replenish!) They also have cool towels which are so helpful because it is HOT in there!