Martial Arts Schools in San Jose

“Coach Corey has been amazing in helping my son improve his listening skills and focus during class. His instructions are clear, consistent, and age-appropriate, and he is very patient with the kids. I’ve seen positive changes in my son’s attention and confidence. We truly appreciate Coach Corey’s effort and dedication.We couldn’t ask for a better coach.“

“Exceed Taekwondo is an incredible place for both kids and adults! Master Jackson is truly one of a kind — knowledgeable, passionate, and fully dedicated to every student’s growth. Whether it’s kids’ Taekwondo or adult kickboxing, he brings so much energy, discipline, and encouragement to each class. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students and loves what he does.

AJ is also amazing — always supportive, professional, and kind. Together, Master Jackson and AJ make an incredible team that creates a safe, motivating, and family-friendly environment.

The whole Exceed family is welcoming and supportive. This is more than just a martial arts school — it’s a place where kids grow, gain confidence, and learn from two of the best masters around. Highly recommended!“

“Excellent place to train Tae-kwon-do and I understand that good things never come easy. We all need to be patient and dedicate our time to achieve great results“

“This is my dad's Martial Arts Studio!!! He's the best master you'll ever have. Go here and you'll see me?“

“Me and my 6 year old have been going to Sifu for last 3 months , he has a great technique and is very gentle and teaches very well. Kind but challenging teacher!“

“I started my Jiu Jitsu journey right here in Battle Control MMA. Having tried several Martial Arts in the past before coming here I stepped into the gym wary of one thing. Arrogance.
I was pleasantly surprised by the Instructor and owner Greg Lara's attitude. Is he a humble man? Perhaps a bit more humble than your typical guy, but he is certainly approachable. Too many martial artists think they are better than others and it shows. Some Martial artists are outright thugs. This is not Greg Lara. I trust this man and I respect him.
As for instruction, let me tell you. Jiu Jitsu is one of the deepest martial arts I have tried to learn. You can't help but feel overwhelmed by the complexity of what's happening in each grappling match you engage in. But the great thing is that you experience it in real time and you learn to adapt, to counter, to improvise and overcome. Battle control is a great place to do that.
The classes are about conditioning your body while drilling technique then putting into practice. It's tough, its a little dangerous, and it extremely rewarding.
Battle control is owned by a Christian believer and like any dojo there is an element of spirituality on the mats. This gym bring Jesus to practice and believe me this makes a difference. Humility and care should never be separate from practice as we are competing with each other while using joint locks and chokes that could genuinely harm another person. I believe this is handled very well here.
In essence this is a great place to learn and grow your skills in grappling, wrestling and conditioning. I recommend for anyone who wants to challenge thems lives and I come their shortcomings.“

“Both my children have been going to the Almaden beach of Vision Martial Arts and we’ve been happy with their teaching philosophy and delivery of classes. Our experience with Vision Martial Arts began 10 yrs ago when our then slightly timid daughter was in Kindergarten . Today she’s a confident and resilient black belt and enjoys volunteering her time as an instructor for the junior classes. Her progression through the belts under the mentorship of some great instructors has taught her self discipline, grit, confidence and a sense of purpose . Her instructors have instilled a deep passion for Martial Arts while also teaching crucial life skills. Even though it’s been 10 years doing the same activity, she still looks forward to going to her classes and learning new martial arts forms. My younger son is well on his journey to follow her footsteps as a black belt in a few years. It’s so much more than just another activity. It helps shape their personality and mindset.“

“Brilliant dojang - my favorite student Rab used tae train there…nuff said…I know what I’m talking about - look me up!“

“Our child has been attending CJ Judo for over 18 months, having started at age five, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Coach Chuck is a naturally gifted educator who strikes the perfect balance between being firm, kind, and genuinely caring. His classes run like a Swiss clock, structured, disciplined, and efficient, yet the kids absolutely love them and have a great time every session.

The dojo places a strong emphasis on competitions, which we truly appreciate. Coach Chuck is deeply involved in organizing and judging judo competitions, and his students regularly participate, gaining valuable experience both on and off the mat. For example, CJ Judo ranked the best academy in the 2025 San Jose Open, see results on smoothcomp.

We very much recommend CJ Judo to any family looking for a high-quality judo program. We’re also very grateful to the rest of the team at the dojo, especially Sensei Syria and Sensei Cori, for their dedication and support.“

“Just had my first class and I was impressed with how structured and organized these classes are. Great First day!“

“Such an incredible class!! We learned a wide range of practical self-defense techniques that were easy to understand, easy to practice, and actually feel doable in real-life situations. We were also given valuable tips for staying aware and safe in daily life. Paul was a fantastic instructor and took his time making sure my group understood each technique before moving on to the next one. If you get a chance, I highly recommend taking this class!“

“Today I was in the AKA gym but Khabib was not. When you walk in there the smell of champions“

“Sensai Joane and the UBAKC community have been amazing. We have 2 kids that are part of the dojo and we can see the growth they have achieved in the last 4 years under her training. Our children are more confident in themselves and have become close to their fellow athletes. We feel it is a welcoming community of parents and athletes alike.“

“Fun for kids, nice area with bounce houses. I enjoyed watching the roller hockey game that was going on. Arcade games a lot of fun! Disappointed in the wings, too salty and swimming in oil, same with the garlic fries (too much oil). The pizza looked good.“

“The victory martial arts team at the Santa Teresa studio is absolutely amazing. My son and I have been enjoying their program for 3 years and I love seeing the confidence and positive attitude he’s gained from attending. They really care about each and every one of their students and help guide them to reach their goals. Yes I can!!!“

“Great coaches who truly care about your progress and a welcoming, supportive community. The atmosphere is positive, motivating, and makes training enjoyable. Highly recommend this gym.“

“This is truly an outstanding class! The instructors provide fantastic service in a well organized environment and create a strong sense of community and belonging. They are always treating kids with respect, which makes a big difference.

The children have fun while building confidence and focus. We’ve seen such positive growth in our child. Highly recommend!“

“Choi's is a great school and my 2 kids went there and my son did his black belt test there. The dedication of the teachers and discipline that they impart on the students by setting an example is very impressive.
My kids Taeguek forms have been impressive to watch and how they work on it to continuously improve. My kids have also attended competitions through the school and the support and encouragement Master Jennifer gives in that regard is truly appreciated.“