Wish I had found this place sooner! I have trained ring style muay thai before I came here... and…read morehonestly this is authentic and original as you can get. It's like what a real old school gym is like - no classes... you walk in and warm up and the Kru and Sr. Instructors come up to you and provide you with one on one instruction. Honestly, if your goal focus is to compete then this is NOT the gym for you - not saying there is anything wrong with training to compete - but this gym isn't for that! But if you want to sharpen your ring technique - in addition to going to where ever it is that you train now - then by all means come here and learn this style. But like i said... if your sole purpose for training is to compete, Muay Thai Academy is not the gym that will be out there trying to get to fights. Here we focus more on techniques that are more applicable to real life, self-defense, protection, law enforcement, etc - but with the Muay Thai twist to it. So what I am saying is.... Muay Thai Academy is very welcoming with a team of experienced instructors that you won't find anywhere else. I wanted a place that kept the authenticity and integrity of Muay Thai and I found it here.

With so many McDojos and ridiculous UFC-wannabe gyms in the South Bay, the Muay Thai Academy truly…read moreis something different. There is a reason people have come from around the globe to seek instruction here -- it's just that unique. While 'Muay Thai' is in the name of the school, it is merely the foundation of the principle art taught here: Close Quarters Combat. Close Quarters Combat is a combination of several martial arts (old style Muay Thai known as Muay Chao Chur, the military style known as Ledrit, as well as Boar Bando and Kalaripayat, a Burmese and Indian Combat Art) and is designed for street applications: law enforcement, VIP Protection, multiple opponent, military, and self defense. They can teach "ring style" as well, but sport/competition is less of a focus here. In addition to hand-to-hand combat, bladed and stick weapons training are also available. Instruction takes place in a free-form, semi-private format. With the exception of a conditioning class here and there, there isn't a structured class setting like you'll find at other gyms. The Academy is open from 5pm to 9:30, M-Th and late Saturday morning/afternoon, and you can go in any time during those hours and train for as long as you'd like or can handle. Instructors and Junior Instructors walk the floor, answer questions, setup drills, and help you work through techniques on an individual basis, then let you try them out on your own or with others. The Instructors are all top notch, have been working together for years, yet still have varied backgrounds and unique methods of teaching. Collectively, the knowledge they can impart is unmatched in any martial arts school in the area. I've trained here for the last several years off and on (my hectic work/travel schedule and frequent basketball-related injuries keep me from going as regularly as I'd like) and can't recommend it enough if you're a self-motivated, hard-working individual looking for unique, personalized martial arts training with street-applicable, self-defense focus from some of the most experienced combat technicians around. It is a real privilege to live in the same vicinity as this school.

My son has had such a great experience at XMA! The classes are a perfect balance of discipline and…read morefun, and the coaches are wonderful at keeping the kids engaged and interested. He looks forward to every class and is learning so much while having a great time. Highly recommend!

I contacted them about my three daughters (6/8/10) who have no marital arts experience, the owner…read moreMr. Payam was extremely rude & condescending to me over the phone, even interrupting my wife on the call. I was going to give them a try even though I don't live close (South San Jose), and unfortunately have to try another business. Terrible customer service!

Josh and the Fightcraft team have done a great job of having group classes and 1:1 training where…read moreyou get an awesome workout and learn MMA fundamentals. I've been working with Josh (owner) for a few years now and he is very kind and passionate about teaching MMA fundamentals for anyone and everyone! Facility is clean and spacious! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I signed up for a free trial class because I was genuinely interested in making kickboxing part of…read moremy weekly routine, but the communication experience completely turned me away. Even after confirming multiple times, I kept receiving repeated texts throughout the day asking if I was still coming. When I finally asked them to stop texting me, the response felt defensive and unprofessional, and they canceled my reservation anyway despite my confirmations. The whole interaction felt unnecessarily stressful and erratic for what should have been a simple trial class experience.

Long review here with much to say as a beginner coming off the couch…read more Heard of this gym through my work company's health partner WellHub but this gym no longer takes WellHub members. Still decided to try their 2 week trial program. Just finished my 2 week adult muay trial program with a Sifu Rey, the 2 week program was $39 and comes with additional benefits (reduced initiation fee & free gloves) IF you sign up for the membership afterwards. Not sure how long this promotion runs. Class sizes vary with smaller afternoon classes (3-5 students) and larger evening classes (10-16 students) Class structure is consistent with warm ups, footwork, heavy bags, drills, and a burn out at the end with shadow boxing incorporated somewhere. I like how coach is also pretty old school and will call me and others out on our BS so you can't let your feelings get hurt and keep working. I had a great workout every class and each class is very fresh with new drills and footwork added onto the previous day's lesson. The focus style of the class is muay mat which is a heavy boxing and low kick style but coach also touches on other styles too. I appreciated the way coach built on what we learned from previous classes into that day's lesson such as adding yesterday's footwork or drills into the next day's combos. After each week I really felt a lot stronger and more confident in the basics. I highly recommend attending as many consecutive classes as you can. I went 5 days/week skipping sparring friday and sunday private lessons. I heard there is sparring on Fridays with the neighboring muay thai gyms (they share the entire complex) which is pretty cool. The other students are also great, some students have been training with coach for years and there were also a handful of new students like me doing the trial. It's great energy and sportsmanship all around. Overall, it's a great learning experience for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students. Highly recommended!

Honestly just over the phone call the way they conduct their business especially for children I…read morewould not not let my children step foot in their gym they do not give you a set price before you get there and they talk very disrespectful they completely have an untrustworthy conversation before you even get to the next step.

My daughter and I really enjoy doing the Krav and cub classes. My only complaint is that our class…read morestarts late almost every time and the time does not get made up because another class starts right afterwards. I do agree that it's good to warm up before starting classes but I feel that there might be too much time running back-and-forth. Occasionally it feels like a way to keep us busy while they are speaking to other people. We've had a couple classes with Beth, she is very nice and patient with the little ones. Travis was our main coach for a few months and I can tell the older kids work better with him. They only have beginner and advanced classes. It would be nice to have an intermediate class as well. I think in general more classes would be helpful as you cannot graduate to certain belts unless you are taking two classes a week. We signed up for a year and will plan to continue for as long as possible. I do recommend this place. * updated to add that now that school has started, they just brought in another trainer (Shlomi) to teach the older kids since the class size has doubled. He is very good at teaching new techniques properly. I feel that he is the best match for my yellow belt 8 year old.

I cannot recommend KravZone highly enough, especially for parents looking to enroll their children…read morein Krav Maga classes. My experience with their kids' program has been nothing short of exceptional, hats off to the incredible instructor, Travis! From day one, it was evident that Travis was not only highly skilled in Krav Maga but also knew the knack of teaching and working with children. Whether a child was struggling with a technique or excelling at it, Travis was present very watchfully, providing guidance, support, and positive reinforcement. One of the things that stood out to me the most was Travis's ability to create a supportive and encouraging environment for the kids. Moreover, he has a unique talent for breaking down complex techniques into simple, easy-to-understand steps, making it accessible and observable for children of all skill levels. What stood out to me in particular was his own values, principles and attitude which in my opinion are of paramount importance especially while teaching life skills to others. Beyond his technical expertise, Travis also instilled important values such as team work, discipline, respect, and self-confidence in the children. Through his teaching, my child not only gained valuable self-defense skills but also developed a sense of empowerment and self-assurance that extends beyond the mat. Beth, who is also an instructor and helps with the front desk, is extremely patient and helpful with any questions and a great teacher herself from the classes I've observed! If you're considering enrolling your child in Krav Maga classes, look no further than Krav Zone!

This is the first gym that I've actually felt comfortable coming to. It can be quite intimidating…read morefinding the right space. I felt welcomed from the first time I've set foot in there. I have a few injuries and have always felt self conscious about not being able to keep up. The coaches are very supportive in modifying them to allow my body to gain the strength I need without hurting myself. This place is more than just a gym; It's a community! I'll definitely be around for a while!

It's been a year since I've started coming to this gym and I can't say enough great things! From…read morethe moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, motivating, and always full of positive energy. This gym is clean, well-organized, and equipped with everything you'd need. What really makes this place stand out are the amazing coaches! They are knowledgeable, supportive, and invested in helping you succeed. Every workout is challenging and doesn't get easier, but they make it fun and achievable! The coaches create an environment where everyone feels comfortable pushing themselves and constantly celebrating progress. They offer semi-private sessions and group classes. If you're looking for a gym, this is the place to be!

WCWMA is an exceptional karate school that has had a profound impact on our family. My daughter…read morebegan her journey here four years ago and my son three years ago--both recently earned their black belts, and we could not be prouder. The instructors are highly dedicated, patient, and genuinely kind. Beyond teaching karate, they instill confidence, discipline, respect, and kindness in every child. This school creates a supportive environment where kids grow not only as martial artists, but as individuals. If you are looking for a place that truly invests in your child's character and confidence, this is one of the best schools you will find. Highly recommended.

When talking about after school class, sending my son to west coach martial arts in Campbell is the…read morebest decision I ever made. He loves the class, the instructors and he made several best friends there. He is a black belt now and I never thought he had the potential to get black belt at 10!

This place is amazing. I have found the level of instruction across the board from the adult…read moreclasses to the kids classes to be awesome. My whole family now trains here, either doing the kids bjj class, adult kickboxing, or adult bjj. The kids instructors are patient and know how the make the classes fun while pushing the kids out of their comfort zone. For the adult classes, the 6AM classes on Tues/Thurs has been amazing to get some solid training in early. Everyone has been super welcoming and I really enjoy the positive vibes throughout the gym.

My husband introduced me to this place for kickboxing since he takes Jiu-Jitsu here. I usually…read moredon't go to any gyms at all so after trying it out, I felt comfortable to be here and found it to be a very great workout with wonderful instructors including Brian, Nate & Sam! Sometimes, Erik who is the owner, would teach as well too if the instructor is out that day. Everyone is super friendly, it feels so family-oriented and the gym is very clean and spacious. It's also nice to be able to see my kids doing Jiu-Jitsu at the same day and time I am working out. My kids and I love it and enjoy coming every day from Monday to Thursday.

Having just moved to the area I was looking for an academy to continue my training. I did a very…read moresimple search, checking places out ordered by the distance from my home. After my first class here i knew it was the place to be. Batata teaches his classes which is awesome. Aside from being a very technical teacher he's also always working to make people laugh. It's a great place and I highly recommend checking it out if you want to learn jiu jitsu or get back on the mats.

I came in with my son and his friend to scope out the studio and unfortunately left dissappointed…read more We were met with blank stares by the two instructors that were present. I asked about the program and they didn't have any helpful context to share about it but they told us to just stay and watch. In addition to the disappointment we experienced from the staff, the studio itself was disgustingly dirty. We switched seats because we noticed a layer of grime on the several seats and left early when we saw that it was a dirty studio throughout. I have already visited a few studios during my search and this is one I wouldn't recommend.

I joined Hills Training 6yrs ago. After shelter in place from covid 19 it really pushed me to do…read moresomething about my weight. I was tired of laying around and not being able to be physically active with my children. I joined HIIT and cardio kickboxing which got me moving and motivated, but being at hills training made me want more seeing especially seeing woman's group and how it was coached by a woman, not just any woman but the owner herself Marica Hill. Seeing how she was all about woman empowerment and all the positive coaching I knew thats where I wanted to be. I joined woman's group 4x a week and feeling the best I've ever felt. Every time I wanted to give up or said I can't Coach Marica was right there not letting me and encouraging me to be better with constant reminders of where I was and where I am today. Both my sons train with Coach Isaiah Hill, he is a firm believer of standing up for yourself and not allowing your child to be bullied. He teaches respect and discipline and encourages the children to go far in life. He's always speaking to the kids positivity and to never doubt themselves. From the beginning, the environment was welcoming and supportive. The coaches genuinely cared about my progress, taking the time to understand my goals and create a plan that worked for me. What stood out most was how encouraging everyone was, there was no judgment, just motivation!

I live walking distance to this gym and I was in need of an accountability measure because I have…read morealways been great about exercising, but since becoming a parent, I lost a lot of strength and energy. What I loved about this place is that it is family owned by a beautiful local family, the Hills. They are super experienced and knowledgeable and kind. This gym is always packed! What I also love is the environment is also family friendly. You see moms doing small group training while their kids do a kickboxing class. This is a perfect place for youth to have fun, make friends, build confidence, and be physically active. Coach Marica is my trainer in the small womens group. It's 5-7 women and every session Marica does completely different exercises so it keeps our muscles sharp and I have never been bored. The 45 minutes go by so fast even though it is really hard work. She constantly reminds me I am stronger than I think I am and challenges all of us while tailoring based on our level. Signing up is easy because there are no contracts and it is really affordable for the high quality service you get. Most of the women in my group class have been going for years and that says a lot about how amazing the Hills family are. If you are hesitant, call and ask for a trial class. I was so impressed I signed up that day and have renewed for my second month.