Elite Training Center

I’ve been coming here for about a month for Krav Maga and really enjoy it:
— Great instructor… approachable and helpful
— Good focus on application and technique; it’s not just a glorified cardio class
— Welcoming environment; it’s not Cobra Kai (dated Karate Kid reference)
Classes aren’t crowded, although in fairness I’ve only gone to weekday classes, maybe evening and weekends are different.

Since the moment I joined 10 months ago, Elite Training Center has offered the highest level of training and instruction. Elite offers challenging, well crafted Krav Maga and Muay Thai Kickboxing courses that focus on building technique, developing physical power and stability, and providing context for these skills (e.g., when to use & why). Elite has been so amazing and fun for me that my two sons have now joined, as well as three other friends. I can’t say enough about the instructors and the community of people that attend the classes! Here are some thoughts worth sharing:
I had no prior martial arts experience but have been an athlete all my life. I was looking for a challenging but friendly environment. I’ve had a bunch of sports injuries, so I wasn’t looking for a testosterone-​filled, competitive gym but rather a place I could train hard and hone skills at a well sequenced pace. The classes have been so fun and even though I’m working hard, the time flies by. I love the mental aspect of the training as you learn to read and anticipate the moves of your sparing partner. I especially love the practicality of the skills I’m learning — I hope I never need to use them, but I feel a whole lot more prepared to defend myself or my family should we ever be put in danger.
ALL of the instructors are AMAZING! Most of my classes have been with Andres, though I have had the pleasure of also taking classes from or training with Isiah and Will and testing with Redondo Beach instructors. They all work hard to develop a trusting and supportive environment. They encourage everyone to come out for promotions (even when you’re not promoting) in order to support and give strength to those that are testing. During every class they help you get the best performance you can. The instructors make the most of every training minute.
I have seen a total transformation in my level of fitness and core strength. For years I’ve been doing yoga, pilates, running and surfing (and still do) and find that martial arts is a great compliment. It is truly a whole body workout!
Lastly, the kids program is outstanding! My 7 and 4 year old boys are taking classes from Mr. Andres and they worship him! Mr. Andres teaches respect and discipline and the kids are being taught a version of what is provided in the adult classes, so we’re able to work together and practice skills at home. In addition to the martial arts, the kids learn about how to recognize a bully or a situation where someone is being bullied. They are given tools to assess and respond appropriately in these situations. This is a huge confidence builder for my boys and helps gives me some piece of mind because I know I can’t always be there. Best of all, the kids are having so much fun!

I purchased 20 classes through Groupon to try out Elite and find out if this is the right place for me. After a few Krav and Muay Thai classes I soon learned that this was the right fit for me. Elite has family atmosphere, great environment to learn and workout with professional staff, and super friendly members. Planning on joining full time.

I stumbled into Elite randomly about 1 year ago after a friend told me about Krav Maga. I tried one class and immediately enrolled because it was everything I never knew I was looking for!
The school:
Elite Hermosa offers Basic & Advanced classes for both Krav Maga and Muay Thai kickboxing, neither of which I had tried before. Classes are an hour long and one hell of a workout! There are only a couple instructors at the school, and you will get to know them well – individual attention is a given in each class so you can really develop your skills each time you go! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and do a great job of making you feel comfortable doing something completely new. The other students are also very friendly and welcoming – it’s a truly positive atmosphere.
The classes:
Krav Maga: an Israeli-​developed mixed martial art that brings in the best aspects of the main systems of martial arts in order to provide a super combative, all-​encompassing self-​defense method. You learn all sorts of things, from groin kicks to escaping chokeholds. The curriculum is challenging yet very rewarding – I dare you not to try some of your new moves on your friends!
Muay Thai Kickboxing: Originating in Thailand, like boxing but with kicks, knees and elbows. You will learn basic striking techniques (punching, kicking, elbowing, kneeing) and perfect those over time. The cardio in this class is insane!
Overall, at Elite you will find a place to get your exercise that’s very different from your regular gym routine; this somewhere that you will get amazing and FUN workouts, life-​changing knowledge and confidence, and a great support team of students and instructors! Highly recommended!

I got a Groupon for Fight2Fitness for 30 fitness classes (amazing deal) and Elite is part of the participating gyms. Signing up for classes is a breeze and all done online. The staff and instructors here are always really friendly and helpful and so are the students. The Krav Maga and Kickboxing classes always give me an amazing workout, and definitely something different to my normal workout routine. I wish they have more classes like the Redondo Beach location.

I joined Elite Training center, Hermosa Beach about 6 months ago. The training I have received has been second to none! I have been a student of martial arts for the past twenty years and find that Elite, has hired incredibly talented instructors that know their skills. Their ability to communicate the skills necessary for mastering each of the disciplines offered here are fantastic. The atmosphere at this location is like a family. Thank you Elite.