My son has been a part of the LMAA family for the past eight years. He worked his way up from the…read morewhite belt and completed the black belt program in 2023, the day he turned 18. I can't say enough how grateful I am for the program's structure and the respect they teach and expect from the students. The LMAA staff work well with all ages, but if your student makes it to and through the black belt training, they will have learned and grown so much as an individual. My son came out of the black belt program transformed body, mind, and soul in amazing ways. You could see this change in the entire cohort he was a part of, and two years later, he still incorporates the things he learned into his daily life.

Our kids have been attending LMAA for about 2 years now and love it! The instructors are patient…read moreand are clear with their directions. They also help correct their stance and moves when they don't do them correctly. We love that they have a wide range of classes for all ages and multiple time slots for my oldest son who has other activities. I also appreciate the instructors reviewing at the end of class and they have a short discussion.

If youre looking for a new home away from home, a gym, a school, a place of knowledge and…read moretogetherness, you need to come in and give this place a try. Professor Darcio and team are extremely knowledgeable in the art. They teach proper history, form and techniques. They will help you grow your skill set, Teach you a discipline that you will grow a new found respect. Both Gi, and no-gi classes, privates and more. All you have to do, is show up. Keep coming, attend every class you can get your hands on and you will see growth very quickly.

My daughter started attending classes here recently and she has really enjoyed it. Her focus and…read moreagility has been steadily improving. Even her attitude at home is shifting.

I'm so glad I found Charles Gracie Academy. We moved to Livermore in August of 2024, and I signed…read moremy daughter up for Jiu-Jitsu classes shortly after. When I learned they had family plans, I signed myself up as well. What I was expecting when I enrolled my daughter was just an extracurricular activity to fulfill her need to move (and because she wanted to be like the Ninja Turtles). But what we've gotten back has been so much more. I've lost three pants sizes, for starters!! And I've also gained improved self-esteem, better focus, confidence in defending myself in shifty situations, a shared activity my daughter and I can practice at home together, and a passion I'll carry with me for the rest of my life. The list goes on and on -- but most of all, it's the camaraderie. In so many ways, I feel like I found my second home when I started training. Everyone is so friendly and patient as I learn, and I've met some truly awesome new friends. The coaches are all passionate about their craft, and that really sets them apart from other Jiu-Jitsu gyms. I know because I've tried other academies before, and Charles Gracie is unmatched in the level of care their coaches give to each student. They know their students by name and take the time to check in with how they're doing. They make sure no one falls through the cracks and that everyone understands the techniques. Last of all -- this place is super CLEAN!!! Every day after class, we see the coaches cleaning the mats, floors, toilets, locker rooms, and doors. It's such a relief not to worry about catching anything nasty. The other academies I tried were honestly grotesque -- grime in places that's hard to ignore -- it made me cringe. Honestly though, come check it out and see for yourself.

They don't let parents watch their kids. They have a big set of benches that I was told used to be…read morea parent viewing area pre-covid, but now everyone must wait outside. The classes are so full you have to get there early to see at all, and even then it's obstructed views and a long distance over the mats. You have to stand in the front of the stuido, I was asked to leave from the back window. I'd really like to see them offer the inside viewing again. My kids like jiujitsu training, and it sucks that this one aspect absolutely ruins the experience for the parents. I've seen jiujitsu have a sense of community and this place ain't it.

We had a great experience with Alpha martial arts. Their curriculum is very good and they have…read moreenough number of instructors to pay attention to all the kids in the classroom.

My kids absolutely love going to Alpha Martial Arts! Over the past year that we've been at the…read morestudio, the improvement in their taekwondo skills has been impressive. The instructors are wonderful mentors, guiding our kids on a biweekly basis -- not just in learning taekwondo, but also in developing important life skills like focus, respect, dedication, and confidence. I also really appreciate how many class times are available -- it makes it easy to fit into our busy schedule. Master Woo, Master Kim, and Master Buck are all fantastic mentors who genuinely care about the kids and make every class fun and motivating. Lastly, our kids always come home full of energy and laughter after every class, which confirms that we chose the right taekwondo studio.

Elite Taekwondo Academy is the best martial arts studio in the area. My two sons love the facility…read moreand all the instructors. Kids talk at school and they often hear how mean other instructors are at other facilities. My boys are 9 and 10 and have been attending since 5 years old. Their self-confidence, coordination, and endurance have gone up drastically since beginning. When my little one first started out he couldn't make a full class without running to mommy for a hug or just taking a time out. Now he's fierce and I see him going far, perhaps being an instructor himself one day. Master K and the other instructors are phenomenal. They have a visible passion for the art and pass that passion down to the students. Each instructor takes the time to get know all the kids and to work with them on their strengths and weaknesses. They emphasize character building and respect for others. In addition, the facility is very clean. I can't say enough good things about Elite Taekwondo Academy, the instructors and the students here. If your looking to get your kids into martial arts, I would highly recommend Elite Taekwondo Academy.

I enrolled my daughter when she was 5 and joined myself as well. A year and a half in, she's very…read moreenthusiastic and really wants to go to class on her own. As an adult, I'm in the teenager group since they don't have adult-only classes, but they do accept adults there. Classes include physical exercises, TKD basics (both the physical techniques and theory), character building, sparring, and forms. The regular classes maintain a medium level of physical activity. Parents can attend all classes and watch their children perform. There's also a sparring team for those who want more of a challenge - it's much more physically demanding and even includes a run at 8:30 on Sundays. Students of all ages participate, and the team attends competitions with trainers. The school focuses on both form and sparring, with a strong emphasis on safety. They don't push sparring until students feel comfortable with it, and all sparring is done in full gear. There's no head contact until students reach higher belt levels, but helmets and mouth protectors are always used. They sell uniforms and all required equipment at the school itself. They use a 3-stage system per belt color: white stripe, full color, and black stripe. Each belt has a set of clear requirements that students know, and they earn special marks on the belt as they progress, making it easy to see how prepared they are. None of the belts are given too fast and the exams are actually fair. As a result, kids have a very strong feeling of progression and that their efforts are rewarded. There's also a digital system to keep track of all requirements and a YouTube channel where teachers demonstrate the necessary skills, along with recordings of events and regular school activities. There's a strong sense of community here. Most kids have been training for years, and the same teachers have been running the school for a long time. There are a lot of girls at the school, at least a third of all students. Some of the younger black belts help with teaching, which gives them opportunities to develop further. The teachers are extremely helpful. Students with no skills join all the time - it's totally fine to show up in regular sport clothes - and they get an assigned teacher who walks them through everything during the first class or two to help them not feel left out afterward. The other students are always willing to help as well.

Full disclosure.. I have a 5 star review from 2017 when my boys were wrestling here.. As that…read moreprogram ended and I've been absent from the facility for many years, this to me, warrants a full NEW review which I will be updating as I try out more of the amazing recovery and biohacking services. I just didn't want to wait until I tried everything to post a review of this hidden gem! Don't let the name distract you from all the amazing offerings. I tried the Vasper system last week which was SO awesome! I fell off a ladder a couple weeks prior and still baby'ing some soft tissue damage. The cooling system integrated with hi/low intervals really awakened my body again and alleviated some lingering pain. At the same time, as someone on permanent disability from chemicals and fighting lung function challenges, the versatility of this system from strictly rehab to the other end of full on cardiovascular and strength challenges for the most fit is super cool.. literally, as you cool while you work out or rehab.. I just don't know what else to say except come in and try it for whatever your need! -- sorry no photos this time, but will get some next time for you! And then today! I have to say I'm one of those that can't calm the mind.. so I do, and I teach, Pilates.. which is an amazing way to better your body and health by redirecting the mind to notice what your body is and can do.. it also involves a lot of breathing experiences... So, this Float Therapy had me thinking my mind would wander and what is the point? Well, I will tell you it's SO worth it.. Yes, as a crazy single mom also caring for a parent thought no way would I "float" for an hour... You WILL! Everyone will float.. once you float you kind of have to well, relax.. you have the choice for music and soft light, or one or the other, or just none.. I found out I was the "none".. I loved the calm, no lights and connection with my breathing and if I chose to move, I was so aware.. which was great with knee injuries too... mostly the sensation for my back after the ladder fall was amazing.. tonight I actually feel like my back is "all good"... My experience is MY experience and I was doing other self healing for my back, even chiropractic last week, but this was what I needed to get over my recovery hump... I can't wait to try everything at Arena Training and Recovery... I highly recommend as a fitness and Pilates professional, that you will be pleasantly surprised to find some amazing treatments here for rehab and recovery as well as what you would expect from kick butt workouts for both kids and adults with alternate classes for movement and strength.

Our kids have been training Juijitsu here for the past 3 years.  Large, clean, family friendly…read morefacility with great coaches.

I should have written this review years ago, but better late than never! Our daughter has been…read moregoing to classes with Sensei Mike for a few years and we could not be happier. Truly one of the best decisions we ever made for her. Our daughter is autistic and initially we wanted something to help with confidence and coordination. But this experience has been so much more than that. Sensei Mike will likely never know the impact he has had on our daughter and family. She has learned life skills that are immeasurable. I can't recommend this studio enough. Learning the difficult karate skills aside, this place has truly been a godsend for our daughter.

Sensei Mike and his staff are amazing!…read more I started in January of 2024. As a nerdy IT guy who has never fought a day in his life, there is a huge learning curve. The instructors here are all amazing. No egos, happy to answer all questions and match the pace of their students without hesitation. It is awesome to have a great group of people to exercise and learn with every week. The Dojo is a family. Again, no egos, lots of learning and fun. Of course the best part is how practical the curriculum is. Everything is focused on self-defense for real life situations. Yes, Marshall Arts have art in them, but USSD is focused on very practical skills. After a few weeks my daughter couldn't resist starting too. She absolutely loves it and will no doubt out rank me in no time!

Our son joined Sky Martial Arts specifically because we were looking for a great institute to help…read morehim prepare for his Black Belt journey, and it has exceeded our expectations. From day one, the instructors have been professional, supportive, and highly skilled. The training is exceptional, with a strong focus on technique, discipline, confidence, and respect. Even though he joined midway through his martial arts journey, the team made him feel welcome and helped him transition smoothly. We have seen remarkable growth in his skills, focus, and determination. Sky Martial Arts provides an encouraging and motivating environment where every student is supported to reach their full potential. We highly recommend it to anyone seeking top-quality Tae Kwon Do training, especially for those working toward their Black Belt.

Over the past three years, my son has absolutely loved his training at Sky Martial Arts - Dublin CA…read moreand this Livermore location since it opened last year. The instructors consistently strike a perfect balance between necessary discipline and engaging fun, instilling core values like respect and focus alongside the physical techniques. The facility is exceptionally clean, and the supportive, community-focused atmosphere makes it a standout dojo. It has been incredible to watch his character and confidence develop in such a positive environment.

Tried an intro class for our 10 year old son and we really enjoyed the teaching style and…read moreprofessionalism. We will continue going here and would recommend this place to anyone looking for KungFu.

My son has tried other martial arts, and he requested to try kung fu. The instructors are great and…read morehe seems to really be enjoying it. He's always excited to go to class each week. I finally found something that he will stick with. Highly recommended.

I have been coming to this gym for over 5 years. an incredible facility with all the amenities you…read moreneed to get into proper shape and reach any goal you set for yourself. The community have become my second family; kind, respectful, supportive. As a fight gym, you level up very quickly, becoming a capable and strong fighter in no-time. Kids class available too!

No matter if you just want get in shape, are brand new to combat sports and fitness or are an…read moreexperienced fighter, this is the gym for you. From the instructors to the patrons the environment and culture is welcoming and family oriented. You can't go wrong with The Resistance Fitness Center