Our boys love Coach Jeff and Martial Arts Training Academy! We have one in the Champions program for ages 3-5 and another in the Superstars program for ages 6-12. Coach Jeff is attentive, fun, and knowledgeable about martial arts. We can already see a difference in our kids, they are becoming more disciplined and leaders! We can’t say enough good things about this gym. I strongly encourage anyone to give it a try. We were hooked after we did!

We feel so fortunate to have found Martial Arts Training Academy! Coach Jeff, Coach Ryan and Coach Katrina are amazing with the children. They are extremely passionate about what they do! Their high expectations and goals for the children have helped them progress very quickly, and have the children striving to always do their best. Love all the things they do to keep the children engaged during class. Once my 3 boys tried the class, they were begging me to sign them up. A little over 1 year later, theyre all more self-confident, stronger, have great leadership and team building skills, are more focused and have a better attention span...being part of the Martial Arts Training Academy community has been a great experience.

Martial Arts Training academy is my son’s happy place ever since we started coming. He looks forward to training everyday and seeing his friends and coaches from class.Coach Jeff and Coach Katrina are very patient and attentive to the children in not only making sure that they’re learning the techniques and practicing them correctly, but also making sure that everyone is being respectful to one another and showing good sportsmanship win or loose.I highly recommend M.A.T.A. If you’re looking for a good Martial arts gym for your child. They will learn lifetime leadership skills and also have fun while doing so!

My kids tried two other martial arts studios and refused to go back.I gave MATA a call and they invited us over for a trial class. Kids absolutely loved it. Especially my older son. The one who refused to go to the two previous studios. We did the $10 5 class package (per person), but it wasn’t necessary. Kids couldn’t wait to go back. Not once they felt uncomfortable or discouraged.Coach Jeff and coach Katrina are amazing - they are very patient and encoring, and all of the kids are very helpful and friendly.My kiddos made so many new friends. They always look forward to the new classes and have hard time leaving at the end of the day.

Can’t say enough good things about MATA. My son loves coach Jeff and all the kids in his class. It’s all about teamwork and good sportsmanship. We love it here! Have seen a big shift in my child’s behavior and self confidence. Thank you coach Jeff!

I have two kids with very different personalities who have trained with coach Jeff for nearly a year. We could not be happier with the improvement we have seen in them as far as confidence, and leadership. The Martial Arts Training Academy incorporates a great balance of fun, discipline, and respect in the kids programs. This makes it very easy for kids to engage and enjoy their classes. We are very happy with this gym.

When our daughter said she wanted to start doing martial arts at age 3, we had a hard time finding a place that started that young. We just happened to stumble on to Martial Arts Training Academy and we are very blessed to have found it. Our daughter loves it and her brother is excited to get started soon. Coach Jeff maintains a great balance of fun,mentorship, and discipline. Coach Jeff and the studio are regularly host community events where the kids and parents get together to just enjoy one another. Highly recommend!

Best Martial Arts Gym in La Mesa, hands down. Jeff is great with kids, Ive taken my daughter to multiple other Martial Arts gyms all over San Diego and she never really enjoyed them. The moment we walked into MATA, I could tell she was going to love it. Jeff is very hands on, yet, no nonsense with the children. After watching my daughters progress, I decided to sign up myself and have thoroughly enjoyed every class.

So glad we found this gem!! We toured a handful of studios and hands down mata is the best martial arts studio in San Diego. Coach Jeff and coach Katrina are amazing and have brought out something in my children I didn’t know they had. It’s a family atmosphere And the lessons my children are learning on and off the mat is priceless.

We love Martial Arts Training. My son tried a week in the summer and loved it. He is a very sensitive kid but Coach Jeff is doing an amazing job at breaking his shell. Jeff and Katrina are amazing with the kids. I enjoy watching every class!!! Love it here

Great place to train. My son started here as a summer activity and he loves it! The incredible introductory deal to get a feel for it (perfect for kids or adults) and gives you a good idea of everything before committing. Cannot beat the quality of training with Jeff. Incredible coaching for all levels.

This gym is something special. Its a great place to train, push yourself and have fun. Ive made so much progress from when I first started. Coach Jeff and Ryan are the real deal. Theyre really helpful and patient and also great with kids.The vibe at this gym is different. Everyone is very respectful, no intimidation or judgement.Joining this gym means gaining another family.

Ive been training with Jeff since before he opened this place and my skills have improve a thousand times over since hes branched out on his own. Coach Jeff and Coach Ryan are always thinking of new ways they can build upon their students foundations to make them better fighters. Its not a Dojo where youll have to call someone Master and its not an underground fight ring where people hurt each other. I consider Jeff and all of the other students there my family.Were there not only to improve our own skills but also make each other better. Its awesome to see how much my own knowledge has improved, but its also equally as awesome seeing all of my friends and even the younger students getting better each day. We have an amazing community built on building confidence, discipline, REAL martial arts mastery and having fun doing so in a relaxed atmosphere - something Jeff excels at.

Jeff is an amazing instructor! He loves what he does and his excitement and energy transfer to his students. I have had a lot of difficulty getting my son excited about pretty much any extracurricular activities, but when hes with Jeff, his eyes light up and he is do focused. Jeff is incredible with kids. I havent seen a single one on whom he couldnt make a positive impact. He is fun, but also instills values like respect. Kids sometimes think the two are mutually exclusive, but Jeff teaches them that they are interdependent. Everything is more fun when respect is involved.My son suffered from bullying since preschool. He was a tiny 3 yr old and was being kicked and pushed behind doors and hit with them by two 5 yr old boys. Obviously, this had a huge impact on my son. Jeff helped my son feel empowered for the first time in his life. That is very powerful. Jeff helped heal two broken hearts... my sons and mine. I highly recommend him!

Jeffs coaching demonstrates leadership and patience. I believe these two characteristics are what attracts the kids to him and what also makes him a fantastic coach. We really appreciate the design of the calendar which allows us flexibility during the week. If you are hesitant try one of their trial offers and Im certain youll become a member.

I absolutely love training at this gym. The coaches (Jeff and Ryan) are incredibly skilled at BJJ and MMA, and equally good at teaching others the concepts. I felt very welcomed by them as well as the older members. The workouts are intense but fun. The gym is clean and well-kept. For the price of membership, you cant find a better deal in San Diego than what they offer. Even if you are a beginner, if you have any interest in learning martial arts and getting in shape, they are definitely worth checking out!

Been training at MATA for over a year now. Absolutely love what I’ve been learning. Came in a good 20-30 pounds over weight, with no training history whatsoever. A year later I’m a blue belt in kickboxing, I’ve received two stripes in jiu jitsu and I’m down 15 pounds and 5% body fat!! Coach Jeff does not promote if you haven’t earned it, so I’m very proud of how far I’ve advanced so far!! Great training program that tailors to each individuals strengths and needs of improvements. Anyone at any skill set can walk in and feel right at home. Love this program!!

My daughter has been working with Jeff for about 2yrs now and he is absolutely amazing with the kids he instructs! He has made great contribution to my daughters growth physically and mentally. Her strength, confidence, and coordination has significantly improved. Learning can be difficult for her and she gets insecure yet in class with Jeff shes a different person. He encourages her and disciolines creating an environment where she thrives.Jeffs energy is insane making the work harder to keep up with him. Hes a great role model and he cares about his students taking pride in their accomplishments. He communicates great with both kids and parents.Ive even taken a couple classes with him. They were fun and exhausting which is a perfect mix. Personality and strength!

Best martial arts school in San Diego . Coach Jeff is awesome with the kids. Have both my boys in the school and in just a couple months have learned so much and their confidence grows with every class

My daughter and I have been training with Jeff for the past several years and he is awesome with the children. My daughter has grown in her competitive nature in BJJ but also in other areas of her life building confidence, self control and great discipline! Thanks Jeff for all your hard work training these children up for life!By Rita

The martial training academy is a great place to train. It focus is on the people. The training focus on practicing getting the technique correct. Jeff Kelly is an amazing martial arts and a great instructor. He is not only focus on building up your skill but using the training to improve your life.

My kids love going to this gym. The coaches are great. It’s like one big family.

I love going here. I always get a good workout in while having a lot of fun.

We’ve been coming here for a year and love it. Great family atmosphere and coaching.

Martial Arts Training Academy is amazing! We have been members for only about six months, but already our daughter is in the best shape she’s ever been in, and made great friends among her peers at the academy! Coach Jeff is incredible with kids. His style of coaching, mentorship, and sense of guiding community is like I haven’t seen among many coaches affiliated with kids. He teaches adult and youth classes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Many Saturday mornings include special seminars with professional fighters. He has created an environment where kids and adults love to come, and they respect him and work out hard. Social events for kids and nights out for parents too! For any kids, big or little (or adult kids) I would recommend MATA for everyone!

Great classes for kids to improve self defense, discipline, confidence. Jeff for sure knows how to deal with a shy kid like my son and make him feel comfortable. 100% recomend these classes.

This gym is great! Best kids programs for jiu jitsu and kick boxing in San Diego without a doubt! If you dont believe me, come check it out. I promise you will never go to another gym.Not only do the kids learn a skill that can keep them safe, but they learn life skills and lessons through the amazing coaching. I wouldnt want my kids anywhere else. The adults program is second to none, and the inviting atmosphere wont be found and many other gyms, nation wide. Here you wont only learn jiu jitsu, muay Thai and kickboxing, you will get one on one coaching and meet great people who will be friends for life. Its truly a gym that offers something for the entire family.

Highly recommended! I found about this gym through another gym member, I decided to give it a try and it has best decision Ive made! The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the training is high quality and the overall laid back environment keeps you coming back.Jeff is an amazing instructor with an incredible knowledge of mixed martial arts, his classes are exciting to go to and he has a very detailed and well structured MMA belt program that helps you put together everything youve been training into a series of belts that you are promoted to as you progress. Hes also amazing with the kids program.The Brazilian jiu-jitsu program is also high quality, Ryan(BJJ Black belt instructor) has extensive knowledge in BJJ. His training techniques are insightful and second to none. Hes very patient with beginners and is great with consistently adding solid high percentage techniques to the experienced competitors.Ive been coming here for a year now and everyone in the gym is basically family now, If you want a fun way to get in shape learn something new, or if youre a competitor thats interested in stepping your game up, look no further!

MMA is a full body workout that enhances your cardio, strength, and coordination. 3 years ago I walked into Jeff Kelleys mma gym in pullman washington. His expertise and enthusiam for his students has lead martial arts to become one of my passions in life. Although many years has and miles have passed between us I still count him among one of my closest friends and i have continued my training of martial arts. I stopped by this location while passing through california and the only that has changed from locations is the new equipment Jeffs support of his students continues and the facilities provide everything a beginner or expert martial artist will need to continue to improve.

Great atmosphere, I love the people!