Martial Arts Schools near Rancho Santa Margarita

“We have had a wonderful experience with Master Kang for almost 5 years now. My 9 year old son earned his black belt last summer and loves tae kwon do so much he is working toward his second degree black belt now. My 5 year old son has been training with Master Kang for over a year now and will soon test for his brown belt. The way Master Kang interacts with the kids is fantastic - he knows how to be strict when necessary but also have fun. The kids don't just learn punches, kicks, and forms, but also important life lessons. We couldn't be happier and look forward to many more years with Master Kang.“

“LOMA is fantastic! The instructors are patient and encouraging, and my child has grown so much in confidence and discipline.“

“My husband and I came together as my request but he ended up loving it so much that we moved from 2 days/week to 3.“

“I’ve been practicing Taekwondo since I was 3 years old, and I can say without a doubt that Jimmy Kim's Taekwondo Center (JKTC) is one of the best schools in Orange County, if not all of California. The leadership team are true role models, not just as Taekwondo instructors but as human beings. The Kim family sets the standard for leadership and commitment, and they teach students confidence, leadership, and strong moral character.

Joining JKTC at 15 changed the course of my life. Grandmaster Jimmy Kim, Master Chase Graham, and Master Noah Kim helped shape me into the person I am today. Before JKTC, my grades were suffering as a high school sophomore, and I struggled with confidence and making friends. Training on the competition team with other motivated students inspired me to take control of my life, earn an academic scholarship to a top UC, and use the lessons from JKTC to positively impact those around me.

No matter your age or experience level, JKTC has something to offer you.“

“Master Lee and his team are amazing!! Both my kids started few years ago and I am extremely pleased with how Master Lee is able to work with them. We drive 30 mins, passing 10 other taekwondo places, but it’s definitely worth it!!“

“I’ve been bringing my two oldest sons to NIXA for over 3 years and we couldn’t be happier. Master Yong Jin and his amazing team have created the best Taekwondo studio in Orange County. My boys have learned so much, not just martial arts, but confidence and discipline. We also love the Parents Night Out events. It’s such a fun and safe way for the kids to play, watch a movie, and spend time with their NIXA family. Highly recommend it for the whole family!“

“My son has been attending Novastar Martial Arts in Mission Viejo for 3 years, and our experience has been truly excellent. This is a very professional martial arts school with instructors who really care about the students and their progress.

What I appreciate the most is that they don’t just teach karate; they also help kids build discipline, confidence, respect, focus, and self-defense skills in a very positive environment. My son has grown so much since he started here.

I also had the opportunity to take classes myself for a while, and it was a fantastic experience. I had to stop because of my schedule, but they offer very convenient class times for both kids and adults.

Their prices are very fair, the staff is professional, and they also organize extra activities, events, and tournaments that keep the students motivated and excited to continue learning.

I highly recommend Novastar Martial Arts to any family looking for karate classes, martial arts training, self-defense classes, and a supportive place for kids to grow in Mission Viejo.

I’m also sharing a few photos because this place has been an important part of my son’s growth and confidence over the last 3 years.“

“Amazing place to learn self defense and beginners martial arts. All the instructors are professional and very welcoming. Highly recommend!“

“Prior to coming here we tried a few other studios around Orange County. We were told by a few that our kids just weren’t ready because they couldn’t focus. OC Martial Arts was different. They weren’t deterred by kids who needed a little more guidance, and were ultimately able to connect with them unlike anywhere else.

We’ve been taking our kids here for a couple years now, and the difference is night and day. Their school work has improved, their more focused at home, and hearing from teachers and other parents how well behaved my kids are never gets old. This studio has helped them physically and mentally, and I’m extremely grateful we finally discovered the right place for our family.“

“Absolutely amazing team here. They push the kids to do their best and make it fun. Being able to do group class and sparring across the family of USDA dojos is a huge benefit, too. Above all, they practice what they teach, they’re very fair with makeup classes and adjusting schedules when life and other activities get in the way of training. Belt testing in the park is something else; seeing your kid go into ultra focused beast mode to get their next belt is so fun to experience. It’s also great seeing the older students lead training with the young ones, teaching leadership and patience to both student and teacher.
One night, we had a scheduling nightmare and my youngest had to come with us to our son’s training; sensei Shehan and sensei Vincent had her join in training and earn her white belt. She was so proud of herself and is going to be the next one to sign up.“

“Grandmaster Leo Domino 8th Degree Black Belt Han Moo Kwan Tae Kwon Do. I Remember Back in the Days, Song Yi Karate Academy Atlantic Boulevard, The City Of Bell California. The Training Including Sparring Was Just Like Equivalent Kyokushin Karate.“

“Ive been doing martial arts for years now, going to different gyms and traveling around OC trying out different gyms and subfighter will always be my first pick after discovering it, it fits into your desired schedule, has a variety of classes, great training partners and amazing coaches with experience. Your definitely getting what you payed for and 10x more than that. if you want to get into MMA, have done MMA, or want to get fit, here is the best spot in southern socal.“

“PKSA is great, very family friendly and fun. The instructors are extremely helpful, and patient. Parents are welcomed to join in classes with their kids.“

“Master Graesser’s taekwondo class has been a great experience for our family. The instructors are highly skilled, supportive, and create a respectful, encouraging environment where children can grow in both confidence and discipline. We’re moving to another city and sadly have to say goodbye, but we’re truly grateful for the positive impact this school has had. Highly recommended!“

“We’ve been part of this Taekwondo studio for two years now, and we absolutely love it. Master Lee and the staff are fantastic—fun yet disciplined. Our child has grown so much here, both in skill and confidence. He’s always eager to attend, proud to make Master Lee proud, and strives to be a role model. It’s been an amazing experience!“

“Master Gilbert is great and is an excellent instructor. Patient and highly knowledgeable. Definitely recommend.“

“Great, solid techniques with an abundance of conditioning routines. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a sweat-inducing workout combined with practical skills.“