Martial Arts Schools near La Verne

“Love this place!

All the senses are very dedicated and fun. We celebrated kids birthday on them.“

“Kind and understanding. Building leadership skills, respect and hardworking moves you forward to achieve all your dreams.“

“As a parent, enrolling my child at Red Dragon Karate in San Dimas has been one of the best decisions we've ever made. From the very beginning, the Sensei Matthew and Sensei Jacob have been not only highly skilled but also incredibly supportive and inspiring. They go far beyond teaching martial arts – they teach confidence, focus, discipline, and respect. The front desk manager, Deanna is always friendly and knowledgeable; she goes the extra mile to ensure that we have the correct equipment as he progresses through the ranks.“

“Our son absolutely loves taking Taekwondo classes here and looks forward to every lesson. The instructors Michael are professional, patient, and great with young children. They know how to encourage and motivate kids while teaching discipline and respect.

In just a few weeks, we’ve noticed significant improvements in our son’s focus, confidence, and self-discipline. The facility is clean, well-organized, and the class structure is excellent.

Most importantly, our son genuinely enjoys coming here and never wants to leave when class is over. We truly appreciate all the hard work and dedication from the instructors and staff. Highly recommend this academy to families in the Diamond Bar area looking for a positive and engaging activity for their children.“

“My brother just went there on his first day and he’s doing boxing, so proud of him! He feels very welcome and happy to learn. The community here is very welcoming supportive and friendly! The instructors are extremely nice and I hope my brother can learn more!“

“Such a great family atmosphere. The Senseis really work well with kids of all ages and help them develop the skills needed to be successful in this sport but also the values that will keep them successful as adults. Highly recommend if you are looking for a martial art dojo for your kids.“

“Both my kids attended Red Dragon Karate Diamond Bar like 6 years ago. Now they both reached their goals and became black belt senseis. As a proud mom, I sincerely appreciate the continuing support and coaching from Shihan and Sensei Alec. Kids learned not only self-defense and physical skills but also discipline and obtained confidence, plus mental strength. We are very grateful to be part of the RDK Diamond Bar family. Highly recommend families with younger kids give it a try. You will love all the instructors at this dojo.“

“Super FUN! The transition from karate to Bjj has been a great experience! Professor Kaori is very knowledgeable and helpful. I can see her experience speaks for itself. She's a great person to get along with and will stay after class if you have any questions or trouble with any of the techniques, she takes the time to explain and show you step by step. She's a bad ass 😎!!!“

“We can’t say enough great things about Red Dragon karate in Chino Hills! My son loves Sensei Alexis and Sensei Makayla, and he truly looks forward to his classes every week. We are grateful to have found somewhere where he can learn and have fun at the same time!“

“This place is amazing. AK Master and his assistant are very dedicated in their class. Kids learn patience, courage l, self defense and team work. 💪“

“Had the best experience ever!!!! Went from a white belt to a whopping black belt in just a 2 years 11 months which is fast pace. I would recommend if you want good exercise, or ever just for fun.“

“Sensei Ty is invested in growing you as a martial artist and a person. He has decades of experience teaching, and studying various martial arts to enhance his instruction. A true local martial arts treasure!“

“The best Taekwondo experience in the Claremont, Upland area. Knowledgeable and experienced masters who genuinely care for their students well-being as,they train them efficiently in self-defense, self-worth, and self-confidence. Totally recommend.“

“We’ve had such a great experience at Excel Taekwondo Academy. The environment is positive, structured, and very supportive.

Master Kim has been amazing with my son, who is on the autism spectrum. He treats him like any other student, while still being patient and helping him when he doesn’t understand something. He takes the time to break things down until my son gets it, and seeing his confidence grow has meant so much to us.

My son recently earned his yellow belt and is now focused on working hard toward his purple belt. We’re so thankful for Master Kim and highly recommend Excel Taekwondo to any family looking for a place that truly cares about their students. ????“

“Our family has been part of this dojo for years, and we truly couldn’t ask for a better experience.

My son has grown so much through his time here—building confidence, learning valuable self-defense skills, and deepening his understanding of Aikido. Sensei Eugene and Sandra are absolutely wonderful. They don’t just teach; they guide, encourage, and treat every student like family. We love this dojo and the supportive Aikido community!“

“All the Sensais and coaches in RDK San Dimas are passionate on Karate, and wholeheartedly help every of their students to have successful Karate training journey. They are patient with students by motivating them to through different ways, and more so they make each karate class full of fun and excitement. Other than the regular karate classes, they devote resource and energy on other fun-filled activities outside of the regular class time. I have put my son in their dojo for over 3 years and it's been an amazing journey so far. I would choose this dojo again if I were to pick again, despite the long commute.“

“Best, taekwondo School in the area. The master and all staff genuinely cares about the children and their potential in growth, not just in martial art but as a person and life.“

“I’ve been with Kali Method for about 13 years. It is a Dojo. A place of sanctuary where we as students can hone our ability to maintain discipline and serenity throughout life especially when unexpected circumstances arise, for discipline is an art, and this school is the highest caliber of that art and of the Martial Arts over all in my humble opinion.

This is what this school has to offer and beyond… It trains you in self-defense through the practical use of the Filipino Martial Arts known as Kali & other variations. But what you learn from here goes beyond the mats, the dojo, & the lessons..

The lineage of Gurus (Teachers/Instructors) are impressive and impeccable. They stay true to the art of the Kali flow with several black belts already achieved. Needless to say, it is a place of Kaizen, of Ikigai, of Ichigo-Ichi, of Kapwa, of Kalipay, of Mabuhay.

Above all it is a place to learn and evolve. We already know that we have decided to come to this Earth, but we are here to discover our WHY, and why we came here and what we are here to learn.

I assure you, if you read in between the subtleties of this dojo, you might find your answer in this dojo, at the very least, you will cultivate enough personal power through Kali Method to see the way & to follow the path for the rest of your life.

Kali Method has thought me this; Your path challenges you because it knows your strength.

I’ll see you at the Dojo, I’ll see you at Kali Method.“

“Master Matthew of Chino Taekwondo is an exceptional Taekwondo instructor. As a Korean who moved to the United States at the age of 16 and now a father in my mid-40s, I have been practicing Taekwondo since kindergarten and am currently a third-degree black belt master. I never imagined that such a great Taekwondo school would be right in front of my house. When my son turned four during the COVID-19 pandemic, I decided to bring him to Master Matthew's school. Initially, my son was very shy and hesitant to start, but now, at the age of six, he is excited and determined to attend regularly. Master Matthew's teaching style is outstanding from a Korean perspective. The Taekwondo instructors I trained under were very strict, rarely smiled, and were quite intimidating. In contrast, Master Matthew is more educational, gentle, and has a fantastic ability to connect with children. He creates a positive and encouraging learning environment that has greatly benefited my son. I am impressed by how well he balances discipline with kindness, making the classes both effective and enjoyable for the students. I highly recommend Master Matthew to anyone looking for a top-notch Taekwondo instructor. His dedication and expertise make him an invaluable asset to our community, and I am grateful to have found such an excellent Taekwondo school for my family.“

“Visiting California for Gi Worlds and needed a place to train, we decided to go to nearest gym and it felt like we won the lottery. The professor is an elite competitor with an insane amount of knowledge and technique, had a great session and a fun time“

“My son has been going to this Taekwondo gym since he was 10, he’s now 14 we couldn’t be more grateful. Over the past 3½ years, this place has become like a second home. Master Rocky and Young Master Rocky have taught him discipline, courage, integrity, and resilience — lessons that go far beyond martial arts.

He’s now a brown belt and proudly competes in state and national championships — something we never imagined when he first started. The growth we’ve seen in him, both on and off the mat, has been incredible. Signing him up was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. We wholeheartedly love and appreciate this gym. Thank you, Master Rocky!“

“I have been practicing here since 1990 and now my children and husband train here too. You couldn't find a better home“

“Kailukuan is a beautiful homage to indigenous Filipino culture emphasizing martial arts and healing arts. The owners are kind hearted and embody so much history passed on to them. They welcome everyone to experience and learn! There are virtual classes available for anyone to partake even around the world! There are also in-person classes at reasonable times to fit into your schedule and around work hours. Their website is easy to navigate and you can also just dial their number and speak to the owners directly! If you’re looking for a martial arts studio that teaches you the the physical and mental skills and also helps you heal? This may be the home you’re looking for!“

“Awesome place. Was wonderful with my kids. Highly recommend. Mr. Frack was wonderful teaching kids both discipline and self confidence.“