This is a very well run martial arts business. Three masters are present at each session, along…read morewith several high school black belt students also instructing, providing plenty of engagement for each student. Masters often take the students on the side for 1-1 clinics. So far so good!

My son's been a part of Black Tiger for two years and absolutely loves it. The instructors have…read morehigh expectations but are also patient and caring. I appreciate the emphasis on focus, discipline, and hard work. There is also great communication with families. My son has participated in two local tournaments and an inhouse tournament, and the instructors made sure he was prepared.

My son has been coming here for 1 month now and has absolutely loved it. He looks forward to his…read moretraining with Shifu Peng. The registration process was easy and the facility is huge. The Shifus are very kind and works very well with the younger kids. They focus on discipline, hard work, respect and fun! Highly recommend KungFu Dragon!

100% recommend for all ages!!…read more Was recommended by a friend for my twin boys and so glad I signed them up. This location is an absolute gem providing authentic and deeply enriching kung fu teachings. The shi fus are patient and very well trained. Kungfu Dragon has outstanding instructions, a welcoming community and a profound connection to martial arts tradition making it a 10/10. Don't hesitate--step in, bow respectfully, and begin your journey.

Now that my son has advanced to the Black Belt Club, I wanted to share some feedback regarding the…read moreinstruction quality. I believe the classes would be more productive if Master celina were more directly involved in teaching, especially since she selects the teachers. Unfortunately, the current teachers and assistants, particularly those teaching the Wednesday 5:30 PM class, do not seem adequately prepared to work with children. The lack of correction and engagement has been noticeable, and many of the children quickly lose focus. It feels as though the instruction style is more suited to adults than young students, which is frustrating given the level of commitment and cost involved. I'm sharing this in the spirit of support and improvement, as we truly value the program and want to see the children thrive.

Understandably so, everyone's experience with a business varies. However, in our opinion, MAA San…read moreRamon deserve at a minimum this 5 star rating based on OUR experience. Master Celina Hespen and the other instructors appear to be skilled and of course, patient... not just with our child, but as we observed, with the other students as well. We transitioned our then 6yo son to MAA San Ramon in mid-May because the original studio he was taking basic martial arts lesson from was in Castro Valley (CV) and we live in San Ramon. - We initially enrolled our son in the CV martial arts because it was his classmate's Dad's studio. Unfortunately, due to the CV studio's location, our son was only able to attend on a Saturday and when we have weekend plans or he's sick, he was unable to make up the missed class on a weekday due to the classes' availability. After exiting the CV martial arts studio, we began our search for a new martial arts studio closer to home. We saw a Facebook ad for MAA San Ramon and after browsing their website, we selected a $25 special (3 classes plus a uniform included in the package). We selected this offer because we weren't sure how our son would take to the instructors and the regimen. Lo and behold, our son loved it! Although he was 6yo at the time, Master Celina felt he was ready and would do well in the Basic Class for 7+ year olds, and you know what? She was absolutely right! Our son not only thrived with Master Celina, but he truly flourished. He was able to participate in more than one class a week, and he followed instructions, routines, etc. well. Master Celina and the other instructors also made sure to correct in a firm but appropriate manner all of the students when they weren't paying attention, not following instructions, not being respectful, etc. We simply can't say enough great things about MAA San Ramon, Master Celina, Master Nathan, Master Zaak, Master Alexander, Master Sammy (pardon the spelling if it's incorrect), and all of the remaining staff who are in some type of leadership program (we think it's called the Certified Instructor Training ("CIT") Program). Also, we recently had our son's 7th birthday party here with approximately 34 participants, and all of the 1st grade kids loved the activities (a few of the kids were in higher grades who don't go to our son's school, but they also loved it). The parents were also impressed with MAA San Ramon and we are more than happy and proud to have been a small part of it. The kids had a blast and even spoke about the party at school the following day. Surprisingly enough, even a few 2nd graders and Kindergartners from school heard great things about the activities from the party (we're honestly not sure how that happened). MAA San Ramon kept the energy up, the activities were fluid, and pizza/cake time after was a blast :) Needless to say, we're extremely happy with them and it sounds like Master Celina is a new owner of MAA San Ramon (and MAA Pleasanton). We're adding this tidbit since it looks like the other Yelp reviews are old and has outdated information.

Pretty nice BJJ dojo. I came here for an open mat and enjoyed training with this crew. The coaches…read moreare nice and are very welcoming to newcomers to the gym. There are hobbyists and competitors, so you get the best of both worlds. Check this gym out if you are in the area!

Put my girls in Warriors since fall of 2022 twice a week after the trial class. My girls are not…read morenaturally physical or into sports/martial arts, and for one of them, it's very much out of her comfort zone! But Coach Alex is simply fantastic with kids and instructing them in the most positive way. I was a little concerned about the potential injuries and chokeholds in BJj, but the coaches are so good at watching the kids closely and making sure kids stay safe. There are several assistant coaches that vary depending on be day, and all are excellent and promote learning, safety and positivity. The dojo is spacious and clean. I honestly can't say enough good things. There are classes for the whole age range of kids and adults. I never thought my girls would do BJJ and I have to say, it's been a great experience--my kids used to get nervous going, bc again, physically grappling with another kid was an alien concept to them, but now they are pretty comfortable and I can see how empowered they feel after each class. Their stamina and physical fitness are much improved--they used to complain about PE in school but now, they have no problems running the laps, doing pushups, etc. If you are a parent looking for a new activity for your kid that will help with not only their physical wellness but also really promote feeling confident and empowered, Warriors BJJ under Coach Alex is a fantastic option, great for both girls as well as boys!

My family and I have been training at EWKF for 18 months. We love it and my kids (my son started at…read more3.5 yo and my daughter at 4.5 yo) are doing so well within the school. I chose this school because I could attend with my kids. Ms Baker is the head of the school and has created the best community environment. The staff is so welcoming, kind, fun and professional. They are all amazing martial artists and even better humans and role models for us all. They challenge us to learn and understand the techniques and give us the "why" behind the moves. We have two local tournaments a year & a national tournament as well. They also host special tai chi seminars, corporate self- defense seminars, nunchucks lessons and teacher leadership workshops. We just had my son's birthday party here and everyone LOVED it. And my daughter attends summer camp here (super engaging and fun). My kids are learning leadership skills, becoming more confident and developing relationships with their fellow students. I would highly recommend scheduling 1st 5 lessons to see if it's the right fit for you and your family!

Although the instructors were nice, we did not sign up after the 5-class package for 2 major…read morereasons: 1. Overcrowded and smelling of feet. It's gross honestly. The space is very small and has low ceiling sending some unpleasant vibes. You really need a bigger space for the number of kids packed here. 2. They only have option of lump-sum payment in advance, not monthly payment. It's like a gym membership and you cannot pay based on number of classes per week. It's all or none. 3. The prices are not transparently disclosed, which I found weird. You have to attend a lengthy presentation and then they scribble the pricing on a piece of paper & then throw it away after you read it.

I have been living in the Bay Area for 2 years and I have tried a lot of Muay Thai gyms and there…read moreis nothing better than CSA. Great quality coaches and training partners plus the facility is top notch.

At this gym you will find world class coaches and athletes. There are a variety of classes at a low…read moreprice. The gym is very large and has a ton of new equipment to use. One side of the gym has multiple striking and grappling equipment for the MMA program including a ring and cage. The other side of the gym has a full CrossFit area with weights pull up bars. I personally have attended most of the classes the MMA program has to offer and all the coaches are some of the best in the game, but I attend the morning Muay Thai class with Amber the most and she is a fantastic coach with years of experience. My overall striking and grappling have improved because of this gym and I plan to train here as much as I can. Thanks CSA!

I have studied various forms of martial arts and was very active in collegiate TKD and even…read morereceived advanced belts. I had both of my kids go through Master Koo's programs as young kids, and also introduced many other young kids that either were shy or had disciplinary problems to help them gain confidence and focus. Master Koo's program is legitimate, taught in traditional Korean style - not watered down, commercialized TKD babysitting classes. I have witnessed kids coming in lacking self discipline, respect and focus and see them change once they walk into the studio. Have also participated in their upper ranked training sessions and again from forms to sparring to equipment, this is one of the best for beginners to advanced levels.

Very recommend this school. Teachers unreal. Price is fair. They gave me 45$ price for 1st month…read more My son loves so much this classes. School works at holidays too. If you at the home and don't travel any where. Kids all ages, very friendly, evening classes. Highly reccomend.

Unsolicited review! Visiting purple belt from Marcelo Garcia's gym in NYC. Super impressed by the…read morelevel of skill and knowledge of the gym's members and coaches. I took a morning class with Rick, and that man knows jiu jitsu inside and out. Just as importantly, he knows the game of each and every member of the gym. Incredibly welcoming culture as well. I made sure to buy a 10 class pack for when I drop in next. Highly recommend this gym.

Not my kind of gym to be in. The coaches were ehhh, the owner was a little rude and ignored me a…read morelot. Not the best learning environment very kids. maybe even not for adults too.

I did 20 jiujitsu for over 20 years, but after two spinal neck surgeries and pushing 50 years in…read moreage, I needed to find a new martial art. I discovered Ali and this gym a couple of months ago with my son, and I can't say enough about the professionalism, cleanliness, and the open culture of the gym. Tristan is awesome. Classes start and end on time, they're well structured and thought out, and even if it's a large group, Tristan always has good individualized coaching and feedback. There's also no pressure to sign long commitments or buy gear. The gym is also super diverse (women, kids, etc.) but I'd love to see more people my age, so if you're a professional dad looking to get into boxing or fitness, I can't recommend a better gym than this! My teenage son and I both give a huge thumbs up

Great Professional Training with Coach Ali and Coach Olivia. They offer fitness classes too, full…read moregym with weights and cardio. They will motivate you to meet your Fitness goals. Good Ventilation, not stuffy like the other gyms, everyone is easy to talk too and train with.

If you are looking for a BJJ academy, I highly recommend Crispim's academy. They have locations in…read morePleasanton and San Ramon. Both locations are amazing. This review is long overdue as we have recently relocated to Southern California. For my son, leaving Crispim's academy and the friends he met there was the hardest part of our relocation. It was very eye opening to see a 9 year old cry because he had to leave his BJJ academy. This spoke volumes to the community he created while training there. My son first started training BJJ four years ago and fell in love instantly. My husband trained Muay Thai as well as BJJ here. Let's start with the kids program: 1) The instructors (every single one of them) are positive, energetic and encouraging. 2) Crispim, his wife Michelle, Jeremiah and Beto have fostered a culture of friendliness, family and respect. I've observed over the years a consistency in greeting every member (and parent) by name, thanking parents for trusting the professors with their children and acknowledging members as they leave after an awesome class 3) They implement a character trait program into the training providing a very well rounded curriculum. The kids don't only learn self-defense and the art of BJJ, they also learn how to be good human beings. This character program helped my son increase his confidence and stand up to bullies at school. 4) Each class is carefully crafted in advance. The instructors are prepared, punctual and the programming is very thoughtful. There are always an adequate number of professors to provide the appropriate attention and coaching to the children. While there is a huge focus on the basics, they keep things interesting by incorporating fun games and new techniques. My husband always spoke very highly of the Muay Thai program. He enjoyed the training so much that he decided to compete in a few local fights. Both facilities are always clean and well-maintained. Mats and equipment are cleaned and sanitized regularly. My daughter even took a few naps on the mat while waiting for my hubby to finish his training. In addition to all the great things I listed above, my favorite thing about Crispim's academy is how they conduct business. He and his staff are always professional, ethical and maintained outstanding communication with students and parents. Crispim, Jeremiah, Beto and the rest of the Crispim team, thank you so very much for introducing our family to BJJ and leaving a long lasting impression on us. We will always be supporters and wish you all the best.

I've been training on/off for over a decade, with massive gaps in between as "life happens."…read moreMarriage, Kids, Career, etc... Trained primarily in Oakland & Piedmont (when I lived/worked in Fremont), then eventually settled down in San Ramon. Just when I thought I had written off jiu-jitsu, a familiar sign/logo suddenly pops up on a storefront in San Ramon Square (a square we frequent, primarily for Café Attila & Best Donuts). How Ironic... I initially had signed up years ago at their HQ location in Pleasanton (before they relocated) but was working a very sporadic schedule due to "startup mode" at a Tech Company. With my Daughters now much older, THEY actually approached ME... "Daddy, didn't you do jiu-jitsu before? We want to do jiu-jitsu too." It was a combination of my Daughters wanting to train in a sport I used to train religiously in (before marriage) & the fact that I HATED saying, "Before" or "Used to." (+ the fact that it was only a 5-minute drive from the house sure didn't hurt either). Gave the Academy a call & met w/ Jeremiah (THE Jeremiah "The Kid" Labiano of Bellator fame btw) who happens to be one of the owners of the San Ramon Academy. #starstruck... For any of you Futurama geeks out there, I had a Phillip J. Frye "Shut up & take my money" moment. Paid 6 mos in advance to give the Academy a test-drive & within a few months, gave my sign-off to the girls that this location was LEGIT (& they too were both enrolled). Fast forward to the present... The quality of instruction from each of the Professors; Crispim, Jeremiah & Beto are truly unparalleled. They aren't just teaching as a job; they're teaching what they live/breath & love & it emanates from each of them during their instruction. As I mentioned earlier, I've been training on & off for over a decade, only to find that there were subtle details/variances in technique relayed by these instructors that I've NEVER been exposed to years prior (more aha moments that I can even keep track of). The end results? Even WITH the significant gaps in training, my game has since evolved exponentially. I began my training journey in my late 20's, though I can truly & confidently state without a doubt that I'm better now (a gentleman never reveals his age) than ever before. Their approach is different/unique than most, considering (in addition to the standard drills, rolling, etc...), they are also savvy in kinesiology, etc... They've introduced drills on movement (i.e., aerobic balls, bosu, etc...) that force you to work your steps, movement & balance, etc..., w/ a "Miyagi-Do approach." Consider these unique drills as "wax on, wax off" or "paint the fence," etc..., which will "click" once you realize its relevance towards guard passing, sweeps, etc... I'm sitting on the carpet drafting this review & just realized how I rose effortlessly to my feet, spinning towards the kitchen to grab my Yeti for a sip of water. The drills (which will be new to most) eventually become second nature & evolve your game as a result. Brilliant... Oh & about my Daughters? Once their initial contract had ended (paid for 6 mos up front), I asked them (no pressure), "Hey girls, jiu-jitsu is ending this month. Do you guys still want to train or do something else?" They both looked at each other, then looked at me & said, "We want to train jiu-jitsu." Yahtzee! THEN they dropped an unexpected bomb on me with, "Why didn't you sign us up when we were younger?" I had to remind them that they were wearing princess dresses w/ crowns & spinning around in tutu's at the time (though also reassured them, that they ARE still young & have the head start I wish I had at their age). Over a year later, they've been promoted twice & I couldn't be more proud to be alongside them throughout their journey. I'm not just saying this because I'm their Dad; I've got (2) petite young ladies who are rolling, sweeping, hanging & tapping out much larger opponents (including BOYS). This (size nor strength do not matter & it's all about technique) are the epitome of what jiu-jitsu represents... This isn't just a sport/hobby for my girls (though they may see it this way), but also a much-needed means of self-defense. What happens when a person grabs you from behind or tries to choke you? What happens if you're pinned to the floor? What happens if someone tries to tackle you to the ground? Guess what? THEY KNOW & they'll continue to get EVEN BETTER. Compound this with the amazing stand-up instructional they are also receiving from Jeremiah & Team as well & it's helping me sleep a bit better at night. Hats off again to Crispim, Jeremiah & Beto... Can't thank each of you enough for bringing jiu-jitsu back into my life & introducing the "gentle art" to my daughters as a result. You each have a knack not just for training, but for keeping everyone (including small children), motivated. You've built an amazing & unique system of training along with the best Academies I've ever had the privilege to train. Oss...