Martial Arts Schools near Garden Grove

“It is one of the best taekwondo Academy my favorite staff member is instructor, James, Miss Kiana and master“

“I love training here. I drive 30 minutes from Corona just to train here because Jon Cho and Mike John are excellent coaches. Jon’s curriculum is top notch with details always on point. I wouldn’t have it any other way! Proud to call 10th Planet Orange my home gym“

“I honestly wasnt expecting much, I thought it would be another straightforward martial arts gym where you just drill moves and leave. But it was actually super fun, the instructor took the time to correct everyone and explain why each movement works in a real scenario instead of just showing you the steps. The whole vibe is low key and friendly but still focused, people clearly want to be there and get better together. One guy had been there like two years and showed me a few foot placement tricks after class just because he saw I was struggling which was really cool.

I walked out feeling like I actually learned something real and not just a choreographed routine. Definitely gonna make this my regular spot when I have time“

“Victor has been really enjoying his time at AMAA. He has made so much progress in just a few short weeks. We can’t wait to see his continued development. Thank you AMAA team!“

“My son attended this location for a year and it was the best ! He was in the 5-6 class and his confidence really grew! The teachers are great with kids Mr Javier & Usiel were awesome . They are very well organized and all kids really engage in the class . We will miss this location but we will come back in the future !“

“I have been going to TKS for nine years now, having competed for several years at nationals, medaling four times. The masters are very nice and easy to get to know, and helped me to reach where I am today. The overall environment of the place is also very fun, and I was able to learn new things and meet new people. Overall, would definitely recommend.“

“Scott was a great help when I was looking for a new pair of riding pants and helmet. Solid events like bike night and super personable staff.“

“My son has been going for several weeks and has been enjoying every class. He looks forward to to going and is really excited to learn and interact with his peers and all the Sensei. My wife and I really have enjoyed seeing his growth in him and the care that all of the Sensei have for my son and the class as a whole. Thank you sensei for the support and we are really glad that we brought our son here.“

“Shoutout to the coaches and community at Master Toddy for developing my love for Muay Thai that set an anchor to my life during a tumultuous time. A very welcoming and friendly core group of guys that makes the gym lively and a home. I miss pulling into this gym each and everytime.“

“Such a wonderful environment with skilled instructors who know exactly how to work with kids. We have been coming here for almost 2 months now but it feels like we’ve been doing this forever. The kids catch on to their new skills so quickly and they just love everything about it! We look forward to spending lots of our time here, thank you Master Kim!“

“Incredible experience. I have been training in Muay Thai today, and I had the honour and a pleasure to learn from the master and founder Rafael Cordeiro.

I have been hosted and received super well and I appreciate it, if I would live in this area I for sure would train always at Kings MMA, but sadly I’m just on holidays.

Hope to get back soon,

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“Thjs is a wonderful facility with fantastic instruction from the best. The space os family friendly and all ages and abilities are welcome. Ive Trained a lot of Places and Cleber was very welcoming right away.“

“My son has been a part of UTO since January and it has been a wonderful experience. The class sizes are wonderful for learning. Along with taekwondo, it also teaches great respect and skills for life. We love it at UTO! Highly recommend.“

“My son trained at this gym for 2.5 years and we loved our experience with the kids classes. The coaches like Glenn and Professor Robynho are the perfect combination of calm, warm, and structured. My son got a great foundation of BJJ by training here and we’re sad that we had to leave the gym because we moved further away. He says he still misses the people there. Go Checkmat! Thank you professor Robynho and Coach Glenn and all the other coaches and instructors!“

“Great place for kids to learn Taekwondo master Brian is very patient and professional my kids love to train with him I highly recommend it“

“Did a few drop ins. Great instruction for the Beginner Striking class that breaks down the move. Instructors provides feedback to all students.“

“We love One Jiu Jitsu and it’s the best Jiu Jitsu gym around for our kids. Professor Mo and Professor Giva care deeply about the kids, making sure every student is having a good time. Here’s a photo of them having the kids sing happy birthday to make them feel special. I highly recommend it here. Thank you to their whole team.“

“Wasn’t sure what to expect, but found a great community that is serious about self defense and an instructor that stresses knowing yourself and efficiency in action so you can get home to your loved ones at the end of the day. Coach Ken loves to instruct and it shows - everything is practical and I walked away the first night with tools to help defend myself that was able to pass on to my girls.“

“Don't be intimidated of you're thinking of trying jiu jitsu. I started a little over a year ago with zero experience and training here has been one of the best parts of my day. Everyone here is nice and welcoming. We consider Coach Ben a friend. Free all women's class on Saturdays too ?“

“This is a great school. I attended the adults class. A great workout and useful self defense skills. My balance improved and had fun at the same time!“

“When choosing a gym for Kickboxing I was worried about finding a gym that could work around my work schedule. At Oyama’s they have a wide variety of class times that made it very flexible for my schedule. I’ve been a member for 2 years now and it’s always an amazing workout👍“

“Amazing karate school filled with technical experts who love kids and know how to manage all the good and bad days with them. They expect the kids to show up regularly, give their best, and earn their belts. I've watched Sensei Steve and his staff have high expectations while providing a warm and encouraging environment. My son has thrived here, and it was one of the first extracurricular activities we joined when we moved to the area. My son said to me the other day he loves WCK, and it helped him transition when he was nervous about starting a new elementary school and new martial arts school. The kids also have a ton of fun here. I truly love this karate school and very highly recommend it.“

“Like many of us, I’ve had my own personal struggles and issues. 8 years ago, I met sensei Marcos Rubio. I walked into the dojo one day and tried out a lesson with him. One lesson was all it took for me to know this was something I wanted to be a part of and I made the decision to sign up.
It was my first lesson, and my first time ever learning a martial arts class. Something I’ve always wanted to do since I saw “Big Trouble in Little China” when I was 4 years old. My favorite movie of all time!
Sensei Marcos is unlike anyone I had ever met, and he’s taught me so much over the years, and I am proud to say that he’s my Master, but I love this man like he’s my dad.
It’s amazing to know you have a great dad in your life, let alone 2. I’ve earned my black belt under him and today, not only am I student of his, but I’m an instructor as well, and now I’m a second degree black belt. He’s helped me with so much that it’ll never be enough to say “thank you”.
He helped me become a better person. He made me a better version of myself. I am forever grateful to Master Rubio for that. Not only him, but all the instructors here as well. Not only because they’re great instructors, but they’re great people.
Come on by and try it out for yourself. Z Ultimate is an amazing place to be. You’ll be amazed how much your life can change by just making the decision to take that first step to try…“

“They helped you so much whenever a brown belt is preparing to test for black belt some of the senseis go to Saturdays to help you pass stuff on your red sheet“

“Its been a great journey to see my 2 boys grow and become skilled physically and mentally stronger every time with Master Antonio keeping them motivated on training and living a lifestyle with discipline and respect. We were very lucky to find this school and the owner Master Antonio its very professional and a great human being.“

“My son used to be very shy and uncomfortable trying new things. When we first enrolled him in taekwondo, he was even too embarrassed to introduce himself or say his age in front of others.

He has now been attending for about 10 months, and looking back, I truly feel it was one of the best decisions we've made. The biggest change is his confidence. He now introduces himself proudly, speaks up, and expresses his thoughts wherever he goes. Our entire family has been amazed by how much he has grown. Beyond learning taekwondo techniques, he has developed confidence, discipline, respect, and good posture.

I've heard that many taekwondo schools focus heavily on games and entertainment to keep young children engaged. This school is different. They don't simply keep the kids busy with activities--they teach real taekwondo. The instructors emphasize discipline, proper etiquette, respect, focus, and correct technique. For our family, those values are far more important than simply having fun.

The Master and the Manager genuinely care about each child and give them personal attention. You can tell they want every student to learn taekwondo the right way, not just earn the next belt.

I especially recommend this school for children around 5 or 6 years old. Those early years are such an important time for building confidence and character. I honestly believe that if we had missed this opportunity, my son might still be the shy little boy who was afraid to speak up.

We plan to continue here for many years. I've also heard that staying in martial arts through the teenage years can make a huge difference, and I can already see why. If you're looking for a school that values discipline, respect, manners, focus, and authentic taekwondo training--not just games and entertainment--I highly recommend this place.

On top of that, their tuition is very fair and reasonable for the quality of instruction and personal attention each child receives. We truly feel that every dollar has been worth the investment.“