Martial Arts Schools in Upland

“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. ????“

“Defense Arts Center is the place to go if you are interested in learning or having your child learn authentic, traditional Japanese Karate. My son has been going to DAC for a year now and it's been a great experience for him. The instructor, Sensei Ty, is very professional, kind, and caring. His karate program teaches kihon (basic moves), kata (forms) and kumite (sparring), as well as self-defense movements. While there are many karate dojos/training centers around this area, including Upland, Ontario, Ranco Cucamonga, etc., this is the only place where you can learn real Japanese karate-do, namely Shotokan karate, one of the four major styles of Karate that are Shotokan-ryu, Goju-ryu, Shito-ryu, and Wado-ryu.“

“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!“

“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.“