Martial Arts Schools near Benicia

“Grandson has learned so much!. Andrew just completed his testing and is now a blue belt! Amazing . Any parent even thinking about putting their child in a Karate class look no further. This is the place!“

“I started tae kwon doe when I was five,where I used to live.I just joined again and I am so glad that I have a tae kwon doe place with such nice instructors and people that have also joined.“

“Yellow Stripe to Green Belt! I really love @daehan_martial_arts it's been a great place for him to challenge him and, at the same time, give him confidence. Master Kim even called to see how he was doing when he missed some classes. Weve only been here for about 6 months and he had 2 belt tests, his grades dramatically improve, he's more socialable. My son had a severe speech delay that reallt hurt his confidence in himself and we finally found a place to help him believe in himself regardless of where you are in your life Don't hesitate to give this place a try for your kids or even as an adult. Thank you Dae Han Martial Arts!“

“Ive been training here for a year and a half,This place Is amazing.Great Instructors, Clean environment and asolid Community!“

“The people here are wonderful! I love how they are teaching the students self discipline, the value of hard work, and are strict but gentle in their approach. I'm excited to see how my children will do!“

“It's a really good gym I have been there for about 5 years it is a really good place I would recommend“

“Super family place, very recommendable, the sobonim and the great Master William Kim are very good. Don't hesitate to come ?????????“

“Awesome martial arts class to learn multiple skills in one , from kick boxing, , stick fighting , and Grappling. Well rounded training to teach your kids self defense the Coach is awesome and shows a lot of compassion in what he teaches .“

“I moved from pleasant hill California to Austin, texas, and have not been able to find a taekwondo classes as Powells tae kwondo classes. My son and I cried like to babies because we knew nobody was going to be a good coach like him. Also miss Amy is amazing. When people ask my son what do you miss the most. He will say master Powell. He teaches the kids, but also he adopt them as their own. They form them in life and give them plenty of good advice and recommendations every day. The prices are really affordable in comparison to others, and the quality is the best in all the bahia area. In 4 years that my son was in there he learn and improve his ADHD behavior as 100 percent.“

“Great group, flexible classes. Teachers are supportive and helpful. Overall, we've had a great experience!“

“Our 6year son attends classes here and they are fantastic. We went to 3 different places in Vallejo before choosing. This school has all we were looking for. The instructors are wonderful and the lessons they instill are just as important. We love this place and would highly recommend 5stars!Johnson family“

“I studied under Professor Solis from 1991-1996 and received my Black Belt which changed my life in a very positive way.He has many years of experience helping children and adults alike to build their skill, knowledge, and confidence.Do your best, and you will make vast improvements in your character, spirit and physicality.“

“Very awesome family!! They do so much for the community. Come out and give them a try. You won't be disappointed.“

“Great Instructors, they really care about individual students and are actually here to teach Karate, it feels like a small family with great instruction I will continue classes with both my kids A+“

“Hands down, Vallejo has one of the finest eskrima instructors in the world in GM Michael Giron, son of GME Leo Giron. The Original Giron system is an extremely practical, direct, and effective form of self defense. Battle tested in the Philippian jungles during WWII, the OGE system combines stick, blade and empty hand techniques with a special focus on edged weapons defense. I highly recommend this school for practitioners of any level, looking for REAL martial arts.“

“Traditional Tai Chi taught by the best Shi-Fu. The REAL deal. When done correctly, the impact on one's health is amazing. It takes at least a year of hard work and frequent practice before you start seeing changes. Now after almost 2 years my back is stronger, my posture much improved, I feel more energetic, and overall feel YEARS younger! The more you put into your practice the more you get out of it. They are very attentive to the students and always thrive to teach the correct form, breathing, posture and movements, no shortcuts. Shi-Fu Wong is truly dedicated to teaching his art and helping all his students improve. Highly recommended.“

“I have studied Kajukenbo intermittently through out my life, and Grand Master Emil Bautista has always been an amazing source of knowledge, and inspiration to me. As well as the closest thing to an Uncle I ever had from my Dad's side of the family. Thank you to KSDI for remembering my Father, a former student at the school, Frank Paul Bigoski, Iii on their walls.“

“My grandson goes here and he loves it , and he learns a lot , it's so awesome l love going and watching him , he is so proud of what he kearnd“

“He got his blue stripe! His favorite color! I love this place. Unlike me he actually listens to Sifu“

“This exceptional school has been an integral part of my journey through various stages of life. It's not just about learning the art of cobalt, self-defense, and physical fitness; it's a profound experience of self-discovery, discipline, resilience, and the nurturing of moral values. Beyond honing my martial skills, this school has empowered me to tap into my inner potential. I wholeheartedly recommend it, not only for mastering combat and maintaining fitness but also for personal growth – an invaluable investment in your well-being and life's journey.“

“At 4 years old, my daughter started at SAMA. She is now GOING ON 8 YEARS OLD and still thoroughly loves attending...Here's my honest opinion as an experienced CHILDCARE WORKER, educator, DANCE INSTRUCTOR FOR CHILDREN, but mostly as a MOTHER: SAMA is a safe and healthy environment for all, and is more than that... I have personally seen kids and adults of all ages, sizes, and abilities (and disabilities) thrive on the mat; both with Joshu Hamada, and with Sensei Roxas. Years ago, my daughter was extremely nervous during her first visit. She is typically very shy and wiggly around adults, not to mention in new bustling environments. But we had lots of good conversations to prepare her for what we might expect going in, as well as how she would need to behave on the mat. Joshu noted her curiosity, focus, and bravery, even when I didn't notice those attributes myself that day. Fast forward to now, and my daughter has grown in skill, confidence, patience, self-control, kindness, and respect for others. I very much attribute that to Joshu Hamadas fun, but firm approach at teaching. My daughter has made friends through the SAMA family, and several of her friends have joined. After all these years, she STILL has fun going. THAT SAYS A LOT IN ITSELF. Our friends and acquaintances have had very similar experiences with Joshu and Sensei, and it is because of THEIR excellence that there are so many long-lasting students/attendees. I sit through almost every single class my daughter attends. My father, who is a retired police officer and childcare worker himself, comes along as well on occasion. We are shocked at how Joshu and Sensei remember every single child, youth and adults names quickly. Joshu balances discipline and structure with goofiness and fun according to each classes needs. He is able to hold the attention of SO many young children, as well as foster each one's potential and growth INDIVIDUALLY. He monitors their skill level. He uses a wide range of exercise, technique building, punching/ blocking combos, and precisely pairs leaders with groups that will work well together. He is kind, silly, personable, professional, and fair. I can't thank him enough for the impact he has made in my daughter's life, and the lives of SO MANY CHILDREN. A year or two ago, (time flies by when you're having fun) I joined the adult class myself, and i feel honored to experience learning from Sensei and Joshu. As a dancer, my muscle memory struggled to adjust to shifting to martial arts, not to mention i had become so out of shape. But one of the beauties of SAMA (like others have mentioned) is that it is a JUDGMENT FREE ZONE. Sensei's expertise and skills are notable, and he shares them with us. We strive for excellence...but EVERYONES journey is valued.The RESPECT STANDARD of this martial arts academy is outstanding. It is why many individuals and families pursue martial arts in the first place, and it is why we intend to stay at SAMA until we both reach our black belts and beyond.“