Evolve Checkmat Jiu Jitsu / Muay Thai Academy, founded in 2015, serves the communities of Ladera Ranch, Rancho Mission Viejo, and surrounding areas in California. This family-friendly martial arts academy focuses on improving quality of life through Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and other martial arts training. With a clean, positive environment, they offer professional private and group instruction for all fitness levels and ages. The academy prides itself on providing a beginner-friendly environment that has been serving families for over 30 years.

Hello, I am focused on teaching people who seek long-term quality of life and strive to create or maintain healthy habits, such as exercising effectively and eating well. I offer personalized and adaptable training programs for individuals of all ages and genders. With extensive experience in martial arts, particularly judo, where I represented the Brazilian national team and hold a black belt for 13 years, I transitioned from a professional athlete to a personal trainer. I pursued a 4-year degree in physical education followed by a 2-year post-graduate program specializing in functional training and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Since 2016

Seeing students improve their posture, health and martial arts abilities.

Founded in 1987, Martial Arts Fitness Center is a reputable studio located in Cypress, California. Specializing in family-oriented Karate and general fitness sessions, they offer a unique training approach that boosts confidence, reduces stress, and promotes self-defense skills. With classes open to adults and children from age 4, they provide a safe and clean environment for training. Their expert instructor, Ali Jafari, has over 40 years of experience in Shotokan Karate style. Offering affordable prices, exciting competitions, and a variety of discounts, Martial Arts Fitness Center is committed to excellence in martial arts training.

We are a Martial Arts system that embraces adaptation and change. We are faith based, and we care about developing people as Martial Artists and people. We want to give you the confidence to walk away from a fight and the tools to finish one, if necessary!

Founded in 2019, Valiant Academy is a Santa Ana, California-based martial arts school that emphasizes moral character development through jiujitsu, wrestling, and judo training. Guided by Biblical principles, they teach endurance and coping under pressure, embodying their motto to 'fight the good fight'. Valiant, originally a branch from a previous martial arts gym, transformed into its own Academy, ready to welcome new students in their grand opening this 2023.

Based in Westminster, California, the International Tenshinkai Aikido Federation, also known as the Westminster Aikikai Dojo, is a distinguished martial arts organization. They offer comprehensive Aikido training to students in Westminster and the surrounding areas. With a dedication to preserving and promoting the art of Aikido, they provide an engaging and supportive environment for all practitioners.

I teach out of my garage.