Systems training center camp review: Our kids had an amazing experience at Systems Training Center Summer Camp! Every week brought a new theme that kept them excited to come back--from movie making and engineering challenges to building a utopian city and exploring cultures from around the world through food, dances, and traditions. The camp does a great job balancing indoor activities with fun walks outside, giving the kids plenty of opportunities to stay active while learning. More than anything, it's a safe, encouraging environment where kids can be loud, get messy, make mistakes, learn from them, and build confidence and independence along the way. The staff truly cares about the kids, and you can see it in everything they do. If you're looking for a summer camp that's fun, creative, educational, and helps your child grow, I highly recommend Systems Training Center. It's a place every parent should consider! read more

Important note: This review pertains specifically to the Systems Training Center Summer Camp, not the dojo's regular martial arts instruction. My son attended the summer camp/day program only and was not enrolled as a regular martial arts student. I enrolled my son hoping for a fun, safe, and well-supervised summer experience. Unfortunately, that was not our experience, and I would not enroll him again. The camp often felt disorganized and seemed to operate without much advance planning. Activities appeared to change from day to day, and there was little evidence of a structured program. The first warning sign came during my son's first week. After only a few days, he came home, burst into tears, sobbed in my arms for more than ten minutes, and begged me not to make him return. He described the environment as "overwhelming" and "overstimulating" because of the constant screaming, yelling, and disruptive behavior from some campers. Those concerns continued throughout the summer. To be clear, I understand children sometimes struggle with emotional regulation and behavior. My concern is not that children are expected to be perfect. My concern is that I expect adults supervising a children's camp to appropriately manage disruptive or aggressive behavior, protect all campers, and provide an environment where children feel safe. Based on both what I observed and what my son consistently reported, I did not feel that happened. For example, my son reported that one camper became upset during a game, ran at him while screaming, and grabbed at his clothing. He also reported this was not an isolated incident but part of a pattern of repeated screaming, tantrums, and disruptive behavior from this camper and another camper that made him increasingly uncomfortable attending camp. My biggest concerns, however, involved supervision and safety outside the dojo. My son reported that counselors took campers on neighborhood "ninja walks" and encouraged them to practice parkour on nearby structures, including climbing a structural wall at a neighboring apartment complex using decorative rocks as footholds. He also reported a counselor challenged the children about who was "brave enough" to jump from what he estimated was a very high wall into an enclosed area below. My son declined to participate because he felt uncomfortable and became so distressed that he cried. What surprised me most was that I was never informed campers would routinely leave the dojo for these neighborhood activities. Nothing in the written materials or waiver explained that campers would be practicing parkour throughout the surrounding neighborhood. The paperwork states parents would receive advance notice of field trips. In my opinion, taking campers outside the dojo and throughout the neighborhood constitutes an off-site activity that parents should be informed about beforehand. When I later spoke with the camp director, she confirmed that these neighborhood "ninja walks" are a regular part of camp and stated they have permission from neighboring property owners to use parking lots, areas between buildings, and other structures. That was the first time I had heard that explanation. She also said part of the camp's philosophy is "stretching the kids to their limits." While I support helping children build confidence and resilience, I believe those challenges should occur in a carefully supervised environment with clear communication to parents. I also had concerns about security. During the entire camp session, I was never asked to show identification when picking up my son. On multiple occasions, counselors were on their phones when I entered the dojo and did not even look up to acknowledge who had come through the door. The surrounding neighborhood also concerned me. During drop-off and pick-up, I observed several individuals who appeared homeless and/or intoxicated. One individual in particular was dirty, disheveled, and wearing torn, soiled clothing. I watched him stand outside the dojo for several minutes with his face pressed against the glass doors and his hands cupped around his eyes so he could look inside and watch the children. Learning that campers were routinely taken on walks through this same neighborhood only increased my concern. When I discussed these issues with the director, I did not feel my concerns about supervision, behavior management, communication with parents, or safety were meaningfully addressed. Every family has different expectations, and some children may have a wonderful experience here. This review simply reflects ours. I was looking for a camp with consistent supervision, proactive communication, thoughtful behavior management, and strong safety practices. Based on what I personally observed and what my son consistently reported, I do not feel this summer camp met those expectations, and I would not enroll him again. read more

If you live in the 310 area do your re search.... This place is a scam the owners wife "Mishel" puts a nice smile on during the on boarding process but will later charge you ridiculous prices for things never mentioned and Services that were never received. Imagine having to pay $100's of dollars for a service you never received? It's baffling.... But apparently that's how they operate. Her email is: mishel@systemstrainingcenter.com Do your self a favor and stay away from this gym. Take your time to re search other gyms in the area that are more transparent and HONEST. BEWARE; YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. read more

Systems Training Summer Camp was amazing! This is my son's first camp this summer and he had an absolute blast, he never wanted to leave. The thought and care put into this camp is unmatched. It wasn't just martial arts and movement, they got to do craft projects, games, had live entertainment, and creative projects that I'll forever cherish. My son was cared for, challenged and learned so much too! I'm very grateful to Mishel for her thoughtful weekly camp curriculum. Mishel and the staff were engaging with the kids and showed genuine care and interest (which for summer camps is a rare find!) There are kids in the camp from all walks of life and abilities, and everyone is treated with respect and love. I appreciate my son being a part of a camp that models this. Very surprised by a bad review I saw on here! It seems very ill informed. read more

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This place is great, they were super friendly and welcoming. No pressure to join and provide a lot of different options to choose from. They took time to get to know my daughter and help her development very quickly read more

This gym is truly one of a kind. It has become a second home for my daughters and I, and the impact it's had on our confidence and strength is incredible. My middle daughter started with the summer camp with Coach Mishel and Coach Ed, and I was blown away by how hands-on it was. Unlike other camps, they blend STEM activities with martial arts and take the time to know every child on a personal level. Seeing her thrive there was the start of our journey here. My oldest daughter began with the women's kickboxing class and has since expanded into Jiu-Jitsu. Her athleticism and confidence have grown exponentially, and now both she and my middle daughter train jiu-jitsu multiple days a week. As for me, I've become a religious regular at the women's kickboxing class. Every woman should join this! Bo is one of my favorite instructors; he gave me the confidence to keep showing up. I learn something new every single time while constantly sharpening my current skills. I've since branched out into Thai pads, bag classes, intro to fighting, and Muay Thai. A few more shout-outs to the amazing team: * Coach Ed: His strength and conditioning classes are tough, but the results are undeniable. * Coach Riley: He is so patient and kind. I take his bag class and learn so much. He also teaches advanced kickboxing and Muay Thai. * Coach Marcus: He runs everything with such an inspiring focus on building your mindset and reaching your full potential. We never feel uncomfortable here...only stronger. I'm already looking forward to my youngest daughter joining us in the near future. If you are looking for a place that values growth and community, this is it! read more

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Both of my kids attended for the first time to Systems Training Summer Camp and they loved it. How did I know they loved it? Well, I usually picked them up at around 1-3pm and they would get upset that I came before 5pm! When they woke up in the morning they were happy to come to this summer camp and they would tell me about their daily activities when I picked them up. I highly recommend it. This camp was great in keeping them active during the summer. The trainers and staff were also very friendly and they are great working with kids. read more

My son had an awesome time at summer camp. The staff is super friendly and cares about the safety of the kids. It's a super friendly and safe environment for the kids. My daughter has been doing jiu-jitsu and kickboxing for 7 years, we enjoy coming to the gym as a family now. If you want a safe and friendly gym this is the place to be. We all do jiu-jitsu as a family now and we love it. The coaches are awesome too, very professional and good at what they do. Overall come and try out the gym, you won't regret it. read more

Great place for Family training. The staff is very helpful and treats you like family. Would highly recommend this place for any one wanting to train and learn about self defense. read more

Let me start off by saying I'm the parent that's overly protective of their child. I don't trust many with my kid when leaving him in their care to be supervised. However the sense of comfort I have with Systems Training Center is so rewarding for me. Systems Training Center offers a variety of classes for kids however, their camp option is the absolute best! Looking for a camp option that allows your kid(s), the ability to learn, engage with other kids in a happy SAFE environment, and most important FUN INDOOR & OUTDOOR ADVENTURES THAT LEAVE YOUR KID(S) SUPER EXCITED ABOUT THE DAY System Training Center is the best option! My son always leaves camp excited to discuss his day with me & teach me any new safety skills / lessons he's learned for the day. Mishel is the sweetest and so nurturing with all the kids. read more

I love kickboxing class the teacher was a good teacher ! The owner was very nice! It is just too far for me read more

My grandson loved their summer camp very professional cleaning and respectful to every child in the camp. I love how they have special needs kids interact with regular kids. No child left behind. I will definitely will bring my grandchild back to this summer camp read more

Been training here for almost five years now and I have nothing but good things to say. The friendly and welcoming environment is the first thing you notice walking in and meeting the staff. All the coaches here are passionate about what they teach and never let anyone feel behind. One of my favorite things is the community sense and love you get here, from the staff to the other members everyone is very welcoming and helpful. Systems is a great place to train and become the very best version of yourself . read more

My kid has been coming here for over a year now and it has been a great experience. The coaches are amazing! The training the kids receive is great and love the extra special activities they have for the holidays. read more

I've been training at Systems Training Center for two months now, and I absolutely love it! I mainly take the Bang Muay Thai classes, taught by Coach Mark, Marcus, and Bogarth -- each bringing their own unique and valuable teaching style. Coach Bogarth brings a fatherly energy to his classes that makes them both fun and challenging. He kicks things off with cardio (which I dread but secretly appreciate), and it gets your blood pumping and your mindset right. Coach Mark is incredibly technical and sharp -- probably because he's actively fighting. He teaches with a tactical mindset and helps you understand how to read your opponent and counter strikes effectively. Coach Marcus starts his classes with dynamic movement, which I love. His sessions blend technical skill with real-world self-defense applications, helping you connect what you're learning to real-life scenarios. The Krav Maga, bag work, and Thai pad classes have been amazing as well. Coach Marcus, Riley and Bogarth really focus on technique -- Riley especially emphasizes proper form to prevent injury, which I appreciate so much. He also breaks down why you're doing each movement, which helps you retain the information and execute better. The entire gym has a family-like atmosphere and everyone is welcoming, supportive, and encouraging. Whether you're new to martial arts or looking to sharpen your skills, this place is the real deal. read more

Started going because I was interested in jiu jitsu and then I tried other classes and I love it! The community is so inclusive and welcoming. Definitely recommend! read more

Engaging and amazing wide variety of classes! All classes are very technical and coaches pay attention to detail.

Awesome training center ...they are awesome with kids very respectful i recommend it for anyone that wants to to train

We absolutely loved this Summer Camp! It was a total game changer for us, and my daughter had the best time. She was excited to go every morning, and always came home happy, tired, and full of stories about what she did and learned. I also appreciated how Coach Michelle kept us in the loop each week with what the kids would be doing. What stood out most was how active and engaging everything was- no screens at all. She got to move, think, play, and connect with other kids, in the best way possible. I'm so glad we found this camp. Highly recommend! read more

Best gym in town and best gym I've attended. The staff and owners are genuinely committed to helping everyone in the pursuit of obtaining client goals. I've been coming here for 3 years and have befriended so many people and obtained significant improvements in my strength and training. Highly recommend! read more

This place is truly a gem. Definitely a place where everyone around wants one another to get better every day! I took a strength training class with Marcus and got the workout I've been needing. I can't wait to try more of the classes in the future. read more

I had a great experience being a first time guest! I immediately felt welcomed when I walked through the door, I was greeted by Neda who guided me through the consent forms to sign (such a quick process). She took me back to where the strength and conditioning class takes place and introduced me to the coach, Ed. It was such a great class, I got an amazing workout in! I can't wait to be back and try a new class. Overall I would highly recommend this gym, their staff, and being able to try out a first trial class! read more

Love this gym! Nothing but a positive mindset group of people. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. I personally take Jiujitsu classes and have learned so much from coach Angel, Cherry and Danny they are super knowledgeable, approachable and will help achieve your goals.Come swing by and try it out! read more

Systems is such a special place of personal development! There are options for everyone. I train at Systems at 4am to do my strength training and BJJ on the weekends. The staff here is super passionate about teaching. They focus on each person and pay attention to detail. Marcus and the team here are 10/10! read more

Systems Training Center has a great environment and team for learning various types of mma and self defense, and also a great fitness program. You are bound to find something you'll love here. Very highly recommended. read more

This place is great!!! There are classes for adults and kids. I signed up my 6 year old for a complimentary gymnastics/ninja class. The most important thing any parent looks for when signing up their child in any class is how the instructors interact with the kids, and they were all amazing!! I was sold!! They were all patient & kind! Gabby helped with enrollment & she was very personable and friendly!! We will definitely be going back. I may even sign up for a self defense class as well!! read more

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This gym is simply amazing. The atmosphere is family oriented the staff from front desk to instructors to owners are down to earth knowledge and warm hearted people. From Muay Thai to ju jitsu to boxing to strength training and cardio they do it all at a high level. Happy and proud to be a part of this martial arts and workout facility! read more

This is amazing gym! I've been coming here for a little a year now, taking classes that include CrossFit, HIIT, and Olympic Weightlifting! Since I started I've lost some weight but what really mattered to me was getting stronger. I've come a long way since I started from lifting only a bar to now lifting 100 pounds! The trainers are amazing, they get to know you and acknowledge your improvements. They are all very knowledgeable about the movements and patient with teaching and getting you to where you want to be. It's very difficult and it never gets easier but you definitely get better at it. The people here at Systems are very friendly and helpful and the people I have met throughout the year feel like a family, always cheering you on and welcoming new comers. read more

Systems Training Center - Trainers Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Great place to start training. System's training center are true professionals. They make everyone feel welcome. No matter your skill level. The team will take you in and treat you like family. read more

I had the opportunity to train here for the trial period and I was very impressed. They have a busy schedule with all the training, but the front desk was on top of all item. They made sure I knew the date and time to come in...even followed up with me to make sure I was happy. The Jui Jitsu instructor was VERY good and knowledgeable. All students seemed happy.... Hope to stop by again. read more

Really great spot to get fit and learn self defense. As a busy professional, I was looking for a place that I could kill two birds with one stone and I have not been disappointed. Prior to the pandemic, the gym was teaching specific self protection classes for professionals that were not looking to earn a black belt in jujitsu but were just looking to master the 20% of combat skills that would take care of 80% of public encounters. Really smart and effective. Along with the physical part of the classes, they also had statistics to show why they were teaching specific techniques over others. Even during the pandemic I have been taking the online fitness and combat classes. I live downtown but this place is worth the drive. read more

Whether you want to kick someone else's butt or improve your own, Systems is the perfect place for anyone looking for betterment. All the boxes are checked. Parking is accessible (I usually arrive at 6pm), the instructors are VERY knowledgeable of their craft (all are currently fighting, professionally, I believe), the facility is great - plenty of bathrooms and CLEAN, and management is accessible and responsive. They offer great classes for serious fighters, folks looking for a little exercise, and great classes for kids. Last, they have a weight room, so anything that is desired is provided by Systems. Additionally, they sell great gear (available for adults and kids) at reasonable prices. With locations in Westwood and Inglewood, they have all of the West Side and South Bay covered. Stop by Systems, they are the absolute best gym in Southern California. read more

1. First of all, you are not present ALL the time at your gym as you would like people to believe. You are also a personal trainer ,and you do other events outside of the gym. You have other people teaching your class in your absence.So how can you be able to say that I "ALWAYS" take breaks on my partners turn ? Secondly, on the times when I did take breaks on my partners turn, I ALWAYS made sure to tell the instructor to take over in my absence so they can still put in work. The majority of the time, I took breaks on MY turn. 2.I took your advice and watched "ANY YOUTUBE VIDEO" I did not see people grabbing other peoples buttocks. They placed their hands behind the knee not hamstrings or buttocks. 3 times this young man placed his hands on my buttocks. The first time you were present and you said to him "Look where your hands are". His hands were on my buttocks, then after you corrected him he put them in the proper place, behind my knees. You stayed for a while making sure he understood how to properly do the maneuver. Once you felt he understood it, then you left and went to go help another student. The second you left the young man gets selective amnesia and places his hands around my buttocks AGAIN! I cautioned him and said " here" with a firm voice pointing to my knees. We do the maneuver again and he does it a THIRD time. I grabbed his wrist pushing his hands away from my buttocks and sternly told him that " You are making me very uncomfortable". If I had yelled as you falsely accuse me of doing, then why didn't you immediately come to my aide Marcus and come see what the problem was? I have no problem with Krav Maga being a contact sport. I have a problem being groped by a teenage boy with raging hormones and an owner who is blaming me trying to drag my reputation through the mud. In an effort to discredit me and make himself look like he is a concerned, caring individual.When in actuality all you are really concerned with is securing your reputation and INCOME. I even offered to give you a letter from my cardiologist which clearly states what I can and can't do. You indicated that you DID NOT need it. Do you think that all heart conditions are the same? Now you want to act like I was being disrespectful and selfish for needing to take a break. Tell me, Marcus, how is it disrespectful for a person with a heart condition to ask for a drink of water? When I was trying to be respectful and I asked: "May I go get a drink of water?" I was told "NO" Then you proceeded to embarrasse me in front of the entire class. You are no better than those people who knew about Weinstein, Cosby, and even Trump. They all blamed the victims instead of the perpetrators. It doesn't matter if the young man is 14 or 60 He was shown by YOU how to do the maneuver properly and twice after you were gone he STILL chose to put his hands on my buttocks.Not my thighs, not my hamstrings, and definitely not around my knees but my buttocks. 3. You can search me all you want to Marcus. It's NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS how many yelp accounts I have. I could have 5 different ones and that STILL would be none of your business. I signed up on March 10, 2018, at your place of business. The first review I wrote was written shortly after signing up. That was BEFORE this incident and your true colors were still in hiding then. Where is the confusion? 4. Yes, I've studied at ONE other facility and checked out another. It's a free country and I am allowed to do that.I gave them two stars, YOU were the only one who got one star. I wasn't groped at their facilities - just yours. I've trained with male partners at both places and never had any problems. They also didn't have an issue with me needing to get a drink of water during instruction . So the fact that you had the audacity to say I don't like being touched by men, is so ridiculously unbelievable and it is quite stupid. What facts do you have to back up that claim? I don't like being sexually assaulted by one. That's what I don't like. 5. You are also delusional if you think I would say " No hard feelings" to you over the phone when all you've done is blame the victim and try to cover up what happened at your facility so you can save face. Why would a victim who has been sexually assaulted say " No hard feelings"? That is what YOU said trying to cover yo ass. I even had to call you back after the first time we spoke on the phone because you had other things going on and you needed some time to THINK about this situation. After I called you back that's when all of these outlandish allegations came about. You've done absolutely nothing but blame the victim, and try to make your self-look like someone who is concerned about the situation at hand. When we both know that you are only concerned about securing your income. I have no reason to lie about ANYTHING that I've said and I've got receipts to back it up. Can you say the same about ALL the outlandish claims you've made about me? read more

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Systems Training Center really took me out of my comfort zone and got me started on my MMA/ Jiu-jitsu journey. I credit them from helping me become more accountable and more disciplined in my everyday life. The coaches and staff are among the kindest and most welcoming people I've met. Going into a gym is already an intimidating feeling but from my first day on the mats I've felt welcomed in every class. The coaches and people who come here are always very helpful. I've been coming to Systems for about 7 months and even though there's other gyms near where I live and it's a bit of drive for me, I still choose to come to here for welcoming atmosphere. Coach Diaz, Kowal, Garcia, and Santos are people who will definitely bring out the best in you. read more

Walked in about 4 years ago for a free class and never left. No place I'd rather spend my time at. Staff and students are all very welcoming, keep you motivated, and make you want to keep coming back. It's become more than just my gym. I've become a stronger person and made a ton of new friends and family here. Gym has all kinds of programs for your personal goals, knowledgeable staff, and a clean facility. Can't go wrong here. read more

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Systems Training Center is a fantastic facility! All the trainers are friendly and facility is clean! Marcus is a wonderful instructor was great energy and is passionate about teaching. The classes are fun, fast paced and makes you sweat! High recommend! read more

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I attended the Yelp Fit Club event here and then came back for a trial crossfit class with my hubby. I will say that if you are interested in MMA then this is definitely a great place to start! When I walked in they had two martial arts classes going and people in the boxing ring. I'm not much for wrestling or grappling or punching, but there were some girls in there killing it! Go MMA girls! I loved my crossfit class with Marcus. He is a great instructor. He showed us the workout of the day aka WOD. Rope climb, 25 squats, 15 pull ups. Three rounds. At first I thought how in the heck will I pull off 45 pull ups? I am no Rocky Balboa. Well you other non pull up peeps they have bands that hang from the pull up bar that help you do pull ups! I did 60. Yeah yeah! Haven't done a rope climb since high school. I made it but my leg is still chaffed owie. I was way more popped than I thought I would be after that workout. Definitely check out this place. They have a good vibe. Lots of people were doing back to back classes. That can only help your fitness :). read more

Been coming here for a little bit. So far everyone, staff and clients alike, have been very pleasant, welcoming and helpful. Great workouts and knowledgeable trainers. Appreciate the good vibes, especially now a days read more

Great place to go for multiple Martiars art pretty friendly enviorement and great coaches and faciility ultra clean! read more

My experience at Systems has been outstanding. I appreciate the family friendly environment. I appreciate the inclusiveness of both men and women. The details of technique and insight provided by the coaches is incredible. I always leave the gym learning something new. The coaches and teammates at Systems will push you mentally and physically to be better every day. read more