Martial Arts Schools in Pleasanton

“Our journey with MACH Martial Arts has been great! Both my kids 11 & 8 love Taekwondo & look forward to it every week! Really appreciate the guidance and support the Pleasanton MACH team provides - looking forward to many more years of Taekwondo experience. Thank you team! Would highly recommend trying out!“

“TVJ has been a home away from home over the last few years.
It’s really held together by the level of care and technical depth demonstrated by all the coaches - Kevin, Ernesto, Jared, Slav, Vlad, Bhanu, Jerry and more.
Everybody has been extremely welcoming, respectful, and generous with their help, support, and training tips. Friendships formed on the mats permeate off the mats, and that’s testament to the culture of the place.
The judo is practical, battle-tested, and prioritized around safety - there’s a healthy mix of competition prep, focus on fitness, and technical training.
It’s also extremely heartwarming to see the number of families that train together - parents and kids on the mats together. I’m definitely looking forward to my daughters growing up and getting on the mats with me.
Training judo here has been an absolute highlight - and I cannot recommend it enough!“

“Jue’s Taekwon-do is one of the best places for Taekwondo-Do. The hands on instruction by all the teachers there is amazing. The teachers are kind, considerate, gentle yet tough to teach the kids Taekwondo-Do. Our kid cannot wait to go to Taekwondo each day.“

“I joined Tri-Valley Karate when I was 14, and now at 23, I can truly say that the experience has had a deep and lasting impact on me. I trained consistently throughout high school and into my first year of college, and the principles I learned—discipline, patience, perseverance, and the value of hard work and dedication—have shaped who I am today.

Training here goes far beyond just learning martial arts. The dojo instills essential life values that carry over into every aspect of your life—whether it's school, work, or personal growth. Karate helped me stay grounded and taught me to stay focused, push through obstacles, and trust in the process of consistent effort.

Sensei is not only a skilled and thoughtful instructor, but also a dedicated mentor. He cares deeply about each and every one of his students, and his patience, encouragement, and commitment to each student's growth are what truly set this dojo apart.

The community at Tri-Valley Karate is welcoming, supportive, and inspiring. It's a place where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to learn, grow, and support one another. I’m incredibly thankful to Sensei and grateful for my experience at Tri-Valley Karate. I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for exceptional martial arts training as well as a place to grow, challenge yourself, and feel part of a genuinely supportive community.“

“West coast Pleasanton is the best martial arts school I have been to. As soon as you walk through those door they treat you like family. They’re loving and caring. I can’t imagine where I would be without it today. The experiences there are unreal from the black belt journey to the summer camps. They truly care about the kids. Huge shoutout to KJN Brian Go and all of the instructors at west coast Pleasanton. They will always support you no matter what. They brighten up my day each time I walk through the doors. They turn the weakest to the strongest. They teach many life lessons which help you in the real world. KJN Brian Go turns kids into strong, confident, hard-working kids not just in martial arts, but also in life.“

“My 7-year-old son has been attending Kokua Martial Arts Studio for about two months now, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. The promotional offer was a fantastic way to start, including a uniform, which made the transition even smoother.

The staff at Kokua is absolutely incredible—patient, supportive, and truly dedicated to each child's growth. One of my biggest concerns before enrolling my son was his struggle with ADHD and defiance, which impacted both his school performance and home life. I believed martial arts could help him build self-confidence, respect, and focus—and I can confidently say that Kokua has exceeded my expectations.

Since starting classes, my son has shown remarkable improvement. He is more engaged and focused at school, and I’ve noticed a positive shift in his behavior at home as well. His confidence continues to grow with each lesson, and I love how the instructors reinforce accountability, not just in the dojo but in everyday life. One unique aspect I truly appreciate is their belt stripe system—if a student receives a disciplinary action at home or school, parents have the option to remove a stripe, requiring the child to earn it back. While no child wants to see a red stripe on their belt, this method is incredibly effective in teaching responsibility and discipline.

It's clear that everyone at Kokua—from the instructors to the students—genuinely cares about each child's development. I plan to keep my son enrolled for as long as possible, and I highly recommend Kokua Martial Arts Studio to any parent looking to instill confidence, discipline, and respect in their child!“

“I have been a part of CSA gym for about two years now , and coach kirian and coach MJ have been nothing but amazing to me and are always looking out for everyone in the team . It’s a great gym with great coaches , if you wanna be a fighter and take your career to next level or even if are someone who is motivated by fitness and combat sports , this is the place for you .“