Martial Arts Schools near West Sacramento

“Uplift has a lot of female instructors who are awesome and are great role models for my 11 yr old daughter.“

“Learned how to do my 8 Jewels exercises from these guys. They are the most professional outlet dedicated to healthy lifestyles.“

“I’ve made so many friends over the past years at Iya. The school is very welcoming and includes everyone. Some of my closest friends have come from this school. Not only have I made so many friends but my confidence has grown. Compared to before, I am much more confident. I can talk in front of people with ease. I’m very thankful for Iya Taekwondo for making me who I am today.“

“This review is looooong overdue. My son trained at Kovar's Natomas location managed by Ilya for 6 years earning his Black Belt in Kenpo. Ilya's team of instructors were a major help to us by instilling great character and discipline in our son during many of his formative years. He has just graduated with his Master's of Science this year. He has never had to use his martial arts skills to defend himself but he uses them every day to succeed in life! Thank you Ilya and all of your colleagues over the years.“

“I'm super happy with the lessons & and instructor. My son requires extra support, and they do such a wonderful job with inclusion. I'm so amazed at how much my son is learning and having fun at the same time. Highly recommend!“

“My 5 year old son started at Zen Martial Arts almost a year ago and we've had an incredible experience. Sensei Mike is so patient, kind, and personable with not only the students but parents as well. The dojo has exceeded our expectations. The senseis teach age-appropriate martial arts skills and my favorite part is the life skills incorporated into the lessons. My son's confidence has grown and he has learned skillsets that will help him beyond the dojo (self-discipline, gratitude, respect, etc.).“

“I recently signed up my 4-year-old, and I can’t express how happy I am with the coaches. You can truly see how much they love teaching and working with the kids. While it is a bit pricey, I see it as an investment because these classes teach so much—discipline, courage, and listening skills that children carry with them into school and throughout life. My child is usually very shy since he is an only child, but these classes have helped him come out of his shell tremendously. I’m so glad we found this amazing place!“

“KSMY is amazing. The instructor is a compassionate woman who truly wants to see her students grow and succeed.“

“Although a small judo club, the dojo directed by Sensei Harvey and Mac teaches judo to its full potential with techniques that work in self defense and in competition. At first I didn't really like judo that much but after a couple months I felt like I belonged... And you should to because everybody is kind and will teach you at your own pace and speed. In the end, you will be the best judoka of you, all you need is passion and commitment. In conclusion, the Sacremento Judo Club is a great judo club that I recommend to all you judokas or people wanting to learn self defense.“

“A good place to learn capoeira and some of the unique associated instruments. The workouts after classes are also a great option, involving cardio weights and capoeira related movements. The students are a wide range of abilities and Mestre Aranha holds a welcoming space. Classes regularly review the beginning skills if needed (while keeping the challenge for more advanced students) so anytime is a good time to give it a try!“

“I got a good vibe from Master Cezaro. Very amigable. He really cares about his students.“

“As a semi-retired senior student, I was looking for an exercise method that would support my health and mobility as I age. Tai Chi has been exactly what I needed. Its gentle, flowing movements have improved my balance, flexibility, and focus—all without straining my body.

What makes the experience even more rewarding is learning under Sifu Bi. His clear guidance and supportive teaching style make each class something I truly look forward to. I’m grateful to have found both Tai Chi and such a dedicated instructor.“

“Our family joined in December of 2025 and have loved and enjoyed every class since then! The growth we've seen in our children physically and mentally and even ourselves as parents is worth the investment! We have such a great time all the time, and we love all the instructors and fellow classmates. Master Matsumoto is very accommodating and works very well with us and our kids. We always look forward to attending class every week!“

“First time doing Aikido.
Called ahead, left a message and my call was returned promptly. Very friendly and welcoming environment.
Jim provides clear instructions. He meet me at my level of physical fitness and understanding. I left feeling like I had been there many times before. Highlight recommend giving it a try. Well worth your time... I'll definitely be back..“

“10/10 Excellent instructors and sense of community! Young students always seem to have a great time when I walk in, enjoying both creative activities and engaging instruction. As an adult women who attended to learn to defend myself, I enjoyed the well structured class and was impressed by how quickly I began to feel more safe/empowered because of what I had been taught here.“