Martial Arts Schools near Walnut

“This is the best Jiu Jitsu class because they truly focus on teaching. I've tried other places where it's mostly about fun. I don't want to spend money, especially time, driving and waiting for my kid for a Jiu Jitsu class just for fun. But here, after just one free class, I didn't hesitate to sign up for a year. They really teach things even from the first class. I really like the coaches here, especially Mr. Albert. He is kind yet strict, maintaining full control to ensure that kids are not just playing around but learning properly. I appreciate the balance of discipline and kindness. I am very thankful to have found this place and highly recommend this business!“

“Kailukuan is a beautiful homage to indigenous Filipino culture emphasizing martial arts and healing arts. The owners are kind hearted and embody so much history passed on to them. They welcome everyone to experience and learn! There are virtual classes available for anyone to partake even around the world! There are also in-person classes at reasonable times to fit into your schedule and around work hours. Their website is easy to navigate and you can also just dial their number and speak to the owners directly! If you’re looking for a martial arts studio that teaches you the the physical and mental skills and also helps you heal? This may be the home you’re looking for!“

“As a parent, enrolling my child at Red Dragon Karate in San Dimas has been one of the best decisions we've ever made. From the very beginning, the Sensei Matthew and Sensei Jacob have been not only highly skilled but also incredibly supportive and inspiring. They go far beyond teaching martial arts – they teach confidence, focus, discipline, and respect. The front desk manager, Deanna is always friendly and knowledgeable; she goes the extra mile to ensure that we have the correct equipment as he progresses through the ranks.“

“This is a great karate academy. All the instructors and staff are dedicated to helping the kids improve their social and athletic skills. I have two daughters enrolled ages 6 and 8. I have seen significant improvement in their confidence in a group setting and their physical abilities over the last year. Will continue going.“

“Our daughter has been attending Gracie Barra Fullerton, and we’ve been really happy with the experience. The coaches are patient, encouraging, and great with kids. The classes are organized, and we’ve noticed a big improvement in her confidence and discipline.

It also feels good knowing she’s learning real self-defense in a safe and positive environment. She actually looks forward to going to class, which says a lot.

I would definitely recommend Gracie Barra Fullerton to any parent looking for a solid sport and a good self-defense foundation for their child.“

“Our little ones love coming to practice - the staff, coaches, and owners make this place an incredible learning experience for both adults and children. Don’t hesitate to pass by and check NOCMA out if you’re contemplating, cannot recommend them enough!“

“My daughter has been here for 5 years and absolutely loves it. It's so rewarding to see her grow with a 'can-do' attitude and so much confidence. Best instructors ever“

“My son has been coming here since he was 5 years old. Master Nam is an awesome teacher i highly recommend.“

“Both my kids attended Red Dragon Karate Diamond Bar like 6 years ago. Now they both reached their goals and became black belt senseis. As a proud mom, I sincerely appreciate the continuing support and coaching from Shihan and Sensei Alec. Kids learned not only self-defense and physical skills but also discipline and obtained confidence, plus mental strength. We are very grateful to be part of the RDK Diamond Bar family. Highly recommend families with younger kids give it a try. You will love all the instructors at this dojo.“

“I have been going to TKS for nine years now, having competed for several years at nationals, medaling four times. The masters are very nice and easy to get to know, and helped me to reach where I am today. The overall environment of the place is also very fun, and I was able to learn new things and meet new people. Overall, would definitely recommend.“

“Amazing staff my son just started and looks forwarded coming class I am enjoying the flexibility to choose from two different times slots do to my kids are involved in other sports makes making it easy for us to get a cross town with out having to rush. Definitely suggest to stop by and checkout their other services they provide.“

“My toddler loves the classes here. They patiently transitioned him into class since his first time was a bit rocky, Miss Rafaela gave him a one on one session for the trial class. Highly recommend!“

“We can’t say enough great things about Red Dragon karate in Chino Hills! My son loves Sensei Alexis and Sensei Makayla, and he truly looks forward to his classes every week. We are grateful to have found somewhere where he can learn and have fun at the same time!“

“I highly recommend Red Dragon Karate in La Verne. My 4-year-old son has been attending for 3 months, and it has already made a huge difference in his confidence, physical skills, and emotional development. This dojo goes beyond teaching karate; it instills values like character, discipline, and teamwork in kids. Sensei Haley is incredible - my son admires her and eagerly looks forward to his karate class each week. We are so grateful we found this place!“

“Chozen Martial Arts Academy has been a wonderful experience for my two boys. They truly enjoy attending every class, and it's been amazing to watch them grow—not just in their martial arts skills, but also in their character. They've learned the value of teamwork, discipline, and respect, and we've seen a very positive change in both of them since they joined. I highly recommend Chozen to any parent thinking about enrolling their kids in martial arts. It's been a great investment in their growth and development!“

“I’ve been trained by Wadwa for years now and I can honestly say he will help you reach your goals if you truly wish to change this is the best environment for growth thank you Wadwa for helping me grow as a Man and a Martial Artist ?“

“Master Sohn and his instructors are absolutely wonderful. They are great with the students and keep them engaged. A typical group class will usually entail games to get the students giggling, solicited rounds of applause to acknowledge student's excellence/effort, and meticulous correction of form/behavior to cultivate discipline. My kid loves it and looks forward to his classes. His goal is black belt!“

“My daughter has been with All Star Taekwondo since she was little, and today she is a proud black belt. Watching her grow through this program—both in skill and in character—has been one of the most rewarding experiences as a parent. I couldn’t be more proud of her, and we’re incredibly thankful for everything this school has done to support her journey.

The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about each student’s progress. They don’t just teach taekwondo—they teach discipline, confidence, and respect. The environment is positive, structured, and motivating.

If you're looking for a place where your child can grow both mentally and physically, I highly recommend All Star Taekwondo. It’s been a big part of our lives, and we’re grateful for the community they’ve built.“

“Great training session! Even though it was my first time visiting this school, Coach Dan took the time to work with me as well. People were very friendly. Thank you“

“Great school, great environment, fantastic instructors led by Mr. Noi! Take this opportunity to learn self-defense. You will not regret it…“

“Great martial art gym! They offer muay thai, boxing and jiu-jitsu classes here. The head coach it a former champion with multiple belts. As well as some of the coaches there, so u know they really know what they're teaching. If u seriously want to be a fighter or even just for exercise as they offer fitness classes and strenght and conditioning classes as well. Great fit for anyone and everyone there“

“My daughter goes to this academy and watching how Master Kim instills his own skills to his students is amazing! His passion for correct discipline, respect, communication and more gives these students these types of passions. He loves his work and this type will continue with his students for their future.“

“My three children have attended Master Kim’s classes for years, and I’ve seen remarkable physical and mental growth in them, which I attribute to his curriculum and teaching style. They’ve gained improved fitness, confidence (especially my daughters), and focus.

I recently joined classes with my daughter and have been even more impressed. Despite nearly a decade of high-intensity training, I’ve experienced surprising improvements in balance and focus thanks to Master Kim’s guidance.

I highly recommend Master Kim for anyone committed to personal growth or helping their children develop in a challenging yet enjoyable environment.“

“Master Alan has created a culture where he mixes traditional plus modern taekwondo all in one place. A rare place to find these days. Go and give it a try, you'll be impressed!“

“I met Master Anzu and his students at the WKF Summit 2025 and was blown away. The students were not trained in the same base of martial arts as me, yet picked up the necessary actions impressively quickly, indicative of much skill and practice. Master Anzu was also very knowledgeable of his craft and teaching. I would love to learn and train with them more, and you should too!“

“Visiting California for Gi Worlds and needed a place to train, we decided to go to nearest gym and it felt like we won the lottery. The professor is an elite competitor with an insane amount of knowledge and technique, had a great session and a fun time“

“All the Sensais and coaches in RDK San Dimas are passionate on Karate, and wholeheartedly help every of their students to have successful Karate training journey. They are patient with students by motivating them to through different ways, and more so they make each karate class full of fun and excitement. Other than the regular karate classes, they devote resource and energy on other fun-filled activities outside of the regular class time. I have put my son in their dojo for over 3 years and it's been an amazing journey so far. I would choose this dojo again if I were to pick again, despite the long commute.“