Martial Arts Schools near Lakewood picked by BestProsInTown
“This a great place for all ages. The senseis are truly masters at what they do and the their martial arts skills are excellent. They make sure their students feel welcomed, knowledgeable, and have high self standards as learners and people. Thank you all senseis! You’re awesome !! Hiaaak!!🥋”
“It was an absolute pleasure meeting and training with the crew at Six Blades. Professor Mike was very welcoming and the roll were an a blast. Definitely recommend stopping by Six Blades in South Gate.”
“Excellent teaching strategies. Children love learning and practicing taekwondo. Excellent instructors and flexible training/ class hours.<br>Groups arranged by age. Highly recommend. Thumbs up for the self defence class for adults too.”
“Best Taekwondo ever! Amazing Teacher ! Great people and I learned a lot I recommend taking this class ! 😀”
“We’ve been training at this gym for about 9 months now, and it’s been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. I originally brought my kids in because they were shy and timid. From day one, the coaches and members were kind, respectful, and genuinely helpful. I'm in my 40's and decided to give it a shot.<br>Fast forward to now — my kids and I are more confident, social, and even competing. The growth hasn’t just been on the mats. We've taken the discipline, confidence, and work ethic that we learned into other areas of our lives. We're doing better at home, in school, at work, and in social settings.<br>The coaches are chill and laid back, but don’t let that fool you — they know how to push us to work hard and reach our goals. They created a culture that’s competitive yet supportive. It’s a safe, friendly environment, and that starts from the top with the leadership.<br>Grateful to be part of this team. I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to build confidence, discipline, and resilience.”
“Master Kwon is awesome!! So patient and caring for all ages.. little ones to adults!! I highly recommend this studio...focus the eyes. focus the mind.. focus the body!!”
“After looking for a gym for a while, we finally found the best one, New Breed Academy! Coach MOISES is respectful, kind, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cares about his students. I highly recommend this place, especially if you're looking for a gym where your child can build confidence, develop discipline, and learn how to defend themselves in real life situations. We couldn't be happier with our experience!”
“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!”
“Terry is great trainer, motivator, and really patient. My now 10 year old son has been training with T for a year now and I have seen so much progress. Terry motivates yet makes it fun for my son to enjoy every training session. So, if you're looking for a great trainer, Terry is definitely your guy! Thanks T for your dedication and professionalism as a trainer. We're looking forward to many more years! ? ?”
“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.<br><br>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.<br><br>Hope to get back soon,<br><br>??”
“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.”
“Love the classes and the people there!! Everyday I train there and I’m welcomed with open arms ready to choke me out ? and teammates I can count on for anything!! ?”
“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!”
“We have had such an amazing journey with Victory Taekwondo! Our son has enjoyed the techniques he has learned, the respect that has been reinforced has been great for all of us. Instructor Mary, Master Chad, and Grandmaster Kim to name a few have been wonderful for our son and to us, 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!”
“Did my first competition through here?And it was absolutely amazing.Got a little injured, but all in good fun.”
“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.<br>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!<br>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.<br>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”.<br>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.<br>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…”
“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.”
“I was looking for a summer activity for 2 of my daughters between their baseball seasons. They enjoyed the trial class and I liked the staff so I signed them up. After the second or third class, I met the owner/head black belt, Professor Bill and immediately felt the pull. After a short while, I signed up. My then 4- year- old wanted to be like her sisters so I signed her up to the peewee class too. This school has brought us together through an activity we all enjoy and has pushed us all harder than we thought we could go. The kids loved it so much that my wife decided to join the Women's Defense Class too. As for me, every day I have to talk myself into going and every day I'm glad I did. Two years later, I still end the day with: See you tomorrow, Professor.”
“Great atmosphere very knowledgeable and friendly staff my daughter has been going here for about 3 years she loves it”
“Master Victor is hands down the most knowledgeable and experienced tkd master in town. Try out his special, you will 100% regret NOT trying it!”
“First and foremost, I own my life, too, Sifu Simo. To them, I learned how to control the killing spirit and harness more of the Shaolin Way. Sifu Simo, along with all the instructors, especially those who volunteer their time for the youth, genuinely care about adhering to the tradition. It’s a humbling experience that helps you understand what true humanity is. If you allow it, Wing Chun teaches you not just a martial art form, but a new way of life that transforms you into the best version of yourself. With knowledge, wisdom, and power to protect the young, the elderly, the weak, and the community, My daughters and I ( especially Me ) honored to be a student of the arts and a student of Sifu Bryant Talbert.”
“We love Master Tiger’s studio! Master Tiger actually teaches the classes himself, and the whole place has such a welcoming, community vibe. The parents are super kind and close‑knit, which makes it feel really comfortable.<br>We came from Tom Vo, where they kept trying to upsell us on unnecessary equipment for my three‑year‑old…like $499 worth. Absolutely not.<br>Master Tiger’s is the complete opposite, and we’re so glad we switched.”
“Best best 3 thumbs ?? The master is unlike any other masters. He teaches so many moves my kids improved so much in a short amount of time. Also, he has the biggest heart he teaches kids politeness and respect towards parents and family?”
“Why you moved so far Sensei! It’s not the same in other places… by the way Tony says hi , he is going to another academy but it is not the same… Tiger Academy was the best TBH take care Sensei!”