I highly recommend Azads! No matter what the level of your child is, they take the time to teach them the important lessons of life along with Karate. They are patient yet firm with great positive reinforcement!

We have had the absolute best experience at Azad’s. We started with Mr. Grant and then had Mrs. Miranda who are both such incredible instructors. Their enthusiasm and passion is so appreciated. I cannot thank them enough for all of the encouragement and support they have shown our family. It was hard to switch teachers but know moving up is part of the process. Mr. Reitz is his new instructor and he is also so amazing with the kids. Our kiddo was having some issues with his behavior and since being at Azad’s he has improved so much. Watching the kids learn respect and discipline while having fun is so incredible and we will definitely happy to be a part of this incredible martial arts studio. Hands down recommend anyone to bring their kiddos here!!

Our two children have been involved with Azads for almost 2 years and it has been an amazing experience specially having Azads being the only consistent thing throughout the pandemic as they adapted to providing high quality classes via zoom.

We have been so happy with our childrens experience at Azads. Both my son and daughter loved their training and got so much more than physical fitness out of it. Self confidence, pride, learning better self control. I highly recommend Azads, I only wish our kids had started younger.

I have taken these classes a few times and I believe it is important and necessary for females to know how to defend themselves. I recommend this class for all ages men and women.

I took the women’s self-defense class at Azad’s and enjoyed it and hopefully I won’t have to use it but I do remember things that I’m sure would help me if I ever had to use them. The teachers were all very supportive and Grand Master was amazing. They obviously care very much about the people they teach. If I had more time available I would love to take regular classes there.

EXCELLENCE!!!! Kindest, most respectful people. Grand Master Azad is a humble man and and sick a blessing to our community in so many ways. Azads teaches respect and self defense, and Self Respect! Great place!

My young boys love their time at Azad’s! Even before we enrolled, staff was attentive to why we were interested in martial arts and they continue to fine-tune to my sons’ varied challenges and needs. They’re kind, patient, and firm—expecting them to show up as their best! We’ve seen improvement at home in the areas of courtesy and self-control. We’re new to this area and Azad’s is one of the ways we’re feeling at HOME.

Hello I just want to give a big shout out to azads for being a great role model for my kids you have made such an impact on my sons life my son attended about ten years ago he is now 20 and moved to Texas to spread his wings you played a major role and even gave me Guidance when needed its not easy being a single parent you are always there to lend a helping hand so I Recently just adopted my 2 little cousins And decided to put my 7 year old daughter in there class and man what a difference it is making She was scared and nervous at 1st but after the 1st class she absolutely loved it the Instructors there are absolutely amazing And the work that they do for the community is absolutely wonderful couldnt ask for a better place So I strongly recommend putting your kids in so come on by and Observe the class you wont be disappointed thank you again BILL V.

My 5 1/2 year old son Brady joined Azad’s earlier this year, 2021. Brady has had many challenges with his behavior, respect for others, socialization and much more. I have tried so many things!.I finally reached out to Azad’s in hopes the structure and physical activity could be good for Brady. I have known many families in the community that have had great successes with Azad’s and their struggling child(den). Brady started out strong with (2) one on one lessons and eventually joining a group of children in his age group. Brady unfortunately regressed and I felt as a mother he just wasn’t ready and had begun interrupting others during their lessons. But with the tremendous help and support of Ma’am Miranda and Mr. Reight; they encouraged us to continue. These two truly went above and beyond to accommodate my sons needs, be supportive and listened to me as a mother and my concerns. They truly went above and beyond, nearly spending anywhere from 5-15 min after a lesson to give additional support. They offered to structure lessons in a way that would work for Brady and truly deserve recognition for what they do everyday. Azad’s martial arts is truly a life’s passion of theirs and their drive to serve our community. They are truly amazing individuals and I will forever appreciate the care we received at Azad’s Martial Arts in Chico, CA. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. -Kelly Cagle

I was introduced to Azads when they were offering a free Personal Defense Training (PDT) weekend in Sept 2018. It was a fantastic intense 2 day training program led by the very charismatic and passionate Grandmaster Azad and his excellent staff.I will never forget the skills I learned over that weekend and feel confident I could defend myself and escape from an attacker if the need arose.I give the highest possible recommendation to Azads and highly recommend the PDT class when its offered.

I can not say enough great things about Azad’s! They have been an absolute blessing for my sensitive child in helping build respect for himself, confidence, and focus in basic life skills. Children thrive here! Each instructor and staff member treats each child like family. I would highly recommend Azad’s! It takes a village to raise children and Azad’s is the best village!

Azads Martial Arts is a wonderful place to learn truly unique techniques in the art of defending yourself and keeping yourself safe. All the instructors are very professional helpful and knowledgeable about all moves and techniques of many styles of martial arts.

Im a 20 year Martial Artist. I moved to Chico 5 years ago and looked for a Martial Arts studio to continue my training. I found Azads Martial Arts and I couldnt be happier with the level of expertise and professionalism. Azads Martial Arts applies the same level of dedication to their childrens programs as they do to their adult classes. Grandmaster Azad is a community treasure and I feel very fortunate to be able to learn from him and his staff of instructors.

There’s no better place to improve your happiness and health, regardless of age. I started at Azad’s at 67. After seven years, it’s the place I go where I’m the happiest. A place you find respect and courtesy. A place to train your body and mind. A place were help is there for you, no matter your needs. Martial Arts requires discipline and focus, and so much more. Find what you need at Azad’s Martial Arts.

Ive been attending Tai Chi classes at Azads Martial Arts for awhile now, & I have to say, classes are absolutely the highlight of my week. After a long, stressful work day, it feels great to come to class, unwind, learn something new, & get in some great targeted exercise. Not to mention, the welcoming atmosphere & friendly staff & instructors just brightens my day. I highly recommend Azads Martial Arts.

Our son has been going to martial arts at Azads for seven years now. Being there always makes you feel part of a supportive and caring team and family. The instructors are excellent and make everyone feel at home. The classes are excellent.

I have been training at Azad’s Martial Arts for 22 years and it’s been fantastic. Great exercise, top level techniques and great life lessons. Coming here is more then taking a class it’s about a life style of martial arts.

Three generations in my family have benefitted from Azads classes over the years. My son, who started training there at the age of 8, is now one of the main instructors; my granddaughters have enjoyed the programs provided for children; and Ive discovered Tai Chi at Azads! The Centers staff is exceptional, fully focused on service to the students and to the community through excellent martial arts programs as well as donation and educational events. Were fortunate to have Grandmaster Azad and his dedicated, talented team in Chico!

I had a really good time learning self defense here.

Excellent instructors, all the way from the littlest martial artist to the most senior citizen in tai chi.The kids love their instructors! This martial arts school is for everyone! I’ve been practicing tai chi there for almost 9 years and it’s been the best thing I’ve done for myself; it provides good health to body, mind and spirit.

My son so far loves going to his classes. Azads is professional, patient, and most importantly, fun for the kids. So happy I enrolled!

Azads Martial Arts is the best place to train with the most experienced and well-trained Black belts Who practice a technique that grandmaster Azad created himself. Everyone is super respectful, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional.

Took the self-defense class. It was presented clearly, it was fun and the instructor gave individual attention as we practiced to make sure we were accomplishing the moves correctly.

Took Master Azad’s free self-defense training in 2016. So grateful for all the instruction and encouragement from Master Azad and the staff. Best martial arts training A thru Z!!!

Azad’s Martial Arts was such a great place to train for both Ryan and I while Ryan was growing up. Azad’s set up Ryan for success in life! We both miss Azad’s since moving to Roseville. Go Azad’s ❤️🎉!

Went out of there way to help the community when it needed help, with love and compassion

My training in Tai Chi began nine years ago with Grandmaster Azad.I was looking for a dojang where I could engulf myself in the history, and the tradition in this martial art from knowledgeable instructors and I found it at Azad’s.You won’t find a more positive atmosphere to learn in.Tai Chi is and always will be my passion.

Azad’s is a great place to learn! The staff knows their stuff and are very patient with you. The self-defense course was fantastic!

Grandmaster Azad is a man with a tremendously good heart and empathy. We met after my husband and I evacuated from the Camp Fire with our cats. We were getting the cats taken in at the emergency shelter, and Azad was there helping care for the animals. Furthermore, knowing that the human shelters were filling up, he offered to let us spend the night at the dojo. When we arrived, they had food and water, and did what they could for us as we dealt with the shock of losing our home.We relocated somewhere far from Chico, but had we been able to stay in the area, I would have loved to study Tai Chi with Grandmaster Azad. I have no doubt he is an excellent teacher, as well as a fine human being.

If youre in your 60s like me and youre interested in improving your muscle strength, stamina, flexibility and breathing then its time to try Tai Chi. Ive been a student for 18 months and I have noticeably felt the physical benefits. Tai Chi is simply slow, learned movements with coordinated breathing. The atmosphere is relaxed, the vibe is enthusiastic and after a Tai Chi session you will feel relaxed and physically exerted at the same time.

Grandmaster Azad and his staff can transform anyones confidence and let them realize the potential they have!

Im 83 years young and in my 8th year of Tai Chi and it has been an excellent experience. After open heart surgery I signed up to regain my balance, leg strength, and mental sharpness. Through excellent instruction from Master Azad and his teaching staff I have be able to progress to Black Sash status. With the encouragement of the instructors and other members of my classes Ive come a long way. Its been an exciting, rigorous, fun time and Im forever grateful. Thank you Master Azad.

Had been the most positive experience for my daughter out of everything she has done so far. And the instructors Miss Miranda is very positive, Encouraging And very trustworthy.

My teenage son loves taking classes at Azads. The instructors are very helpful, encouraging and really go above and beyond to help students succeed. Since he started taking classes eight months ago my son is more respectful and helpful at home. He practices all the time because he wants to and he is becoming physically stronger and more confident. I have been impressed with the outdoor classes and appreciate how Azads has adapted to safely continue instructing students during the Covid-19 pandemic. Grandmaster Azad is a good person and gives a lot back to our community.

The instructors are Azads are excellent, both my kids love going there

They are so great with my son who is five. My son couldnt stay on his feet and would wiggle around so much, but just a few months later he can stand with feet together, paying attention and ready to learn on command!!

Asads Martial Arts Center in Chico is owned and operated by the best of the best... Grand Master Azad. He and his incredible staff can help anyone to change their lives for the better forever! During the Camp Fire in November of 1998, I was evacuated to Azads for weeks. He shut his business down and provided a place for dozens of people to stay during the evacuations! He and his staff provided everything and anything we could possibly need including food, medical care for those who required it. Just treated us all like family and expected nothing in return! I volunteer to help him with charity events when I can because thats what you do for family. Nucleardave

I feel welcome when entering azads. Everyone is very knowledgeable about the different arts offered here. The instructors are more than willing to answer any questions you have about different techniques. I really enjoy the grandmasters philosophy about martial arts. Highly recommend for people willing to commit as much as you will be committed in.

The team at Azads creates a friendly, comfortable environment to learn. We were able to attend the no cost PDT training. I appreciated the focus on awareness, avoidance, and deescalation techniques. I highly recommend Azads to anyone wanting to learn Personal Defense or any of the great classes they offer.

What a professional presentation and very friendly and fun at Azads. We were taught and checked out on every move and things were repeated enough for us to learn and hopefully remember. It was suggested that we take notes so we were able to practice the moves later and we were told to contact them by email or phone if we had further questions. I was very impressed with the presentation. Thank you so much for teaching our group.

Highly recommend!!

I recently attended the PDT that was generously offered free to the community. I am no expert, but the simple, usable proven techniques that we were shown were easy to acquire. Although the class only took a couple of hours, I learned valuable skills that four days later saved my life while being accosted by a man in San Francisco with a knife. Thank you Grandmaster, and all the employees of Azads Martial Arts who gave their time to help the members of the community. You are all fantastic!

As a female, I’ve been placed in dangerous situations and recall the fear associated with feeling powerless. Since my training at Azad’s, I have felt more confident when confronted with this fear. His approach to self defense is practical, methodical and concise. His staff is eager to assist his students and provide a much appreciated source of comic relief for a serious and sometimes tense subject.

Thank you again Grandmaster for the excellent presentation to NVADG. Your experience and insight are without equal. The importance of the mindset was stressed, and that is where it all begins. Thank you.

What a great morning at Azads. Once home I quickly jotted down notes from the Fonzi to YES ! to jog my memory of what we were taught, went riding in the woods and hoped not to come across any bear or mountain lion in my green, yellow or red zone!!! If I didnt live so far away would love taking regular classes there in Chico. We are so fortunate you have given us in NVADG so much of your valuable time. Thank you all at Azads.

Grandmaster Azad is one of the kindest and most generous people I have ever met. When he heard that Bidwell Wildlife Rehabilitation needed funding to construct deer pens for the orphaned and injured fawns, he did not hesitate. He and his students held a Kick-a-thon Fundraiser to benefit BWR. We were over the moon to receive $3,ooo.oo!! His community spirit and generosity are values he is also teaching his students and I cannot say enough to convey my respect and gratitude.

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My son is an extremely sensitive individual. He always aims to please, and gets very sad when he does not meet the goals he has set for himself, or that others have set for him. I always say that he “wears his heart on his sleeve.” When he began at Azad’s, he had a lot of trouble focusing during class, and at school he would frequently be told to “reset.” Now, I rarely need to ask him to do something more than once, and he never argues, but always follows through with a sweet smile.Additionally, although my son has always been very smart, I have seen his work ethic improve recently and this has carried him through the rough times of COVID. When he worked from home, he was (almost) always focused on his tasks at hand, and was able to eliminate all distractions around him. In short, he has shown great progress in his self-motivation to complete his homework on time without any reminders from myself or his grandmother, and has received high marks and praise from his teacher. We are all very proud, and credit Azads for helping him grow his confidence and become someone he is also very proud of!