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Twin Tigers Academy of Self Defense

(15)

“In looking for a martial art for our 7 & 8 year olds, especially one not far from our house, we decided to check out Twin Tigers over by our gym (DVHC).”

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Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

(49)

“I took some notes from the mindset and discipline I learned from the sidelines and applied it to my professional life, and reaped the benefits as well.”

FAQs

I don't have much time; what is the commitment required to progress at an average pace?

Just 60 minutes, twice a week, will produce exceptional results. We want to make sure you don't have to give up all your free time to benefit from our programs. If the class schedule conflicts with work hours, individual lessons are always an excellent alternative to speed up your learning process.

How old does my child have to be to start training?

We recommend that children start at four years old. However, no two kids are the same; there can be differences in coordination and maturity. We are willing to evaluate children younger than four.

Will my child have a hard time if they aren't athletic?

Often children who don't find success in team sports come to Martial Arts, and they love it! That's because, with martial arts, you go at your own pace. Team sports may harm the self-esteem of children who aren't very athletic. When they don't perform well, other kids can be pretty mean, affecting their self-esteem. But with Martial Arts, they can't let anyone down. Our students are never asked to do things beyond their capacity. Some kids learn quicker than others, but those who advance quickly are not valued more than the kids who move slowly. Everyone is greatly encouraged, regardless of their athletic level, and praised for achieving things they couldn't before.

Is there any contact in your Muay Thai classes?

Yes, there is contact in our Muay Thai program through warm-up drills, partner drills, and sparring (when you are technically eligible to do so). Although, you don't have to participate in any sparring activity unless you choose to test your skills, which we will always recommend. Sparring is a lot of fun but completely optional. In the classes, you will learn to hold pads for your training partners and practice defensive and offensive striking combinations with your hands, feet, elbows, and knees.

How often should I attend classes so I don't overdo it initially?

If you have never done any sports before, we recommend starting your training with two classes a week for the first few months. This will ensure your body gets used to the exercises and repetitions we practice throughout the class. As a reminder, private lessons are also a great way to learn the fundamentals and ease you into the group classes.

Other questions that you might have are answered on the FAQ page of our website.

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Checkmat Brentwood Jiu-Jitsu

(26)

Professor
Train
Discipline

“Whether you're looking to learn practical self-defense tactics, or someone looking to hone their skills for competition – Checkmat in Brentwood is where you want to be.”

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Ricardo Barros Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

(13)

Train
Engaged
Learning

“On my first day, I described my prior injuries, and medical conditions that have a pretty dramatic affect on my workouts and he not only addressed them but he goes the extra step to make accommodations for them, when needed, but continuously pushes m...”

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Max Academy of Martial Arts

(17)

Parents
Lessons
Skills

“At the end of each class Sensei Matt and Sensei Nick talk to the students about respect, confidence, focus, and other character traits that build the inner child.”

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Tosh's Karate Academy

(2)

“Amazing place to watch your kids grow into fine young men.”

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The 24 gyms listed for Brentwood, CA teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.

Area overview: Brentwood, CA

6 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Brentwood; the other 18 serve Brentwood from towns including Antioch (5 mi), Concord (16 mi) and Pittsburg (11 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 776 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (88%) and communication (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 15 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 32 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.

Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Brentwood?

16 of the 24 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.

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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Mountain House

(46)

Train
Environment
Discipline

“The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and down-to-earth, and the training strikes what I believe to be the right balance of intensity and playfulness.”

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Team TNC

(29)

Jujitsu
Self Defense
Aikido

“Beyond detailed martial arts instruction you'll find a solid group of friends who will always have your back, and support you to reach any goal no matter how lofty.”

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American Top Team Tracy Martial Arts and Kickboxing

(42)

Classes
Train
Competition

“The facility is huge, with floor-to-floor mats to keep everyone safe, one of the biggest boxing rings I've ever stepped in, and they keep the whole place sanitary so you won't worry about nasty gym bugs like Staph or Ringworm.”

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Guila's Kaju-Kickboxing (Dba) Maximus Combat Sports Academy

(10)

Son
Skills
Discipline

“Excellent dojo for kids and adults to not only learn martial arts/mma, but to also gain discipline, confidence, determination, and new set of useful skills, etc...”

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Team Black

(33)

East
Knows
Skills

“Coach Dan is extremely knowledgeable in the art of Muay Thai, BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) and will help you reach your goals.”

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JI Sung Taekwondo

(35)

Skills
Confidence
Attention

“I would highly recommend Ji Sung Taekwondo and getting to learn more about Master Kim, a truly world class athlete with inspiring dedication to the art of Taekwondo!”

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One Tribe Martial Arts Academy

(12)

Skills
Kung fu
Sifu

“It is super fun, amazing instructors who love teaching the art and are very patient, and they have a very convenient schedule for professionals with after work classes and weekend options.”

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Team Santos Jiu Jitsu

(20)

Competitions
MMA
Train

“The instructors are the best and everyones goal is to make each other better to be able to dominate attackers on the streets or win competitions and sport fights.”

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Big Break Jiu Jitsu

(18)

Adults
Environment
Confidence

“My son has been taking classes at Big Break Jiu Jitsu for just about 8 months now and David and Samantha are phenomenal coaches and really go above and beyond for the kids (as I'm sure they do for the adults that train there, too!”

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Knight Life Entertainment

(17)

Cake
Safety
Son

“The family knight out is super fun with nerf guns and activities, and the sword, archery and fencing classes are like nothing we have found anywhere else.”

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East Bay Karate-do

(7)

Discipline

“The instructors are very professional and you can tell their experience teaching they have plenty of patience for the younger students , the studio is always nice and clean and organized and the office staff very informative and polite.”

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Split-Second Response Personal Protection

(11)

Classes

“We love the coaches and the entire staff is great.”

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Mires Martial Arts

(9)

Self Defense
Confident
Sensei

“He quickly figures out what each child needs and the best way to work with them.”

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Martial Arts America

(17)

“Their program has helped our daughter with staying focused, paying attention and listening to instructions, always trying her best, and developing valuable leadership skills.”

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Antioch Jiu-Jitsu

(6)

“They've fostered a family-friendly and supportive environment coupled with the rigorous training curriculum you would expect from a Charles Gracie-affiliated academy.”

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Dogo Krav Maga

(15)

“Krav Maga can be intimidating at first and physically challenging, but Gustavo keeps an atmosphere of camaraderie and safety, yet a sense of seriousness and discipline.”

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Evolution Martial Arts

(4)

“Excellent”

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United Studios of Self Defense

(4)

“Lots of classes, including 1 on 1's offered.”

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Average Cost	$131
Minimum cost	$82
Maximum cost	$413
Avg Per Hour Rates	$55

Best Martial Arts Classes in Brentwood, CA

Twin Tigers Academy of Self Defense

Crosley Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Checkmat Brentwood Jiu-Jitsu

Ricardo Barros Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Max Academy of Martial Arts

Tosh's Karate Academy

Area overview: Brentwood, CA

Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Mountain House

Team TNC

American Top Team Tracy Martial Arts and Kickboxing

Guila's Kaju-Kickboxing (Dba) Maximus Combat Sports Academy

Team Black

JI Sung Taekwondo

One Tribe Martial Arts Academy

Team Santos Jiu Jitsu

Big Break Jiu Jitsu

Knight Life Entertainment

East Bay Karate-do

Split-Second Response Personal Protection

Mires Martial Arts

Martial Arts America

Antioch Jiu-Jitsu

Dogo Krav Maga

Evolution Martial Arts

United Studios of Self Defense

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