Legacy Martial Arts & Karate for Kids

My 8 year old daughter has been attending for almost a month now. So far she loves it! All the staff that have worked with her so far have been awesome. We look forward to seeing her to continue to thrive mentally and physically.

Best martial art school in town! Every single staff is very welcoming and friendly. My family and I haven’t been here for too long however, we feel as if we’ve been known by them forever! The instructors are OUTSTANDING and my son is always so excited to go to class. He looks up to every single instructor! The owner of the place is AMAZING! Everyone here is treated as a family! I’m so thankful I’ve found a place that my son loves and a place where they truly care about their families! #ATA

My son and I’ve been training at Legacy for over a year, i like the professionalism of my instructors and the patience that they have with us, We had even competed in tournaments and it amazes me that almost all my classmates and even I won 1^st 2^nd or 3^rd place in our respective categories, that makes me feel that I have great quality on what I learn. Facilities are always clean an neat and they had a lot of equipment to fulfill the training, highly recommended to get a good workout and a great discipline.

When my daughter first started Karate Kids… she was very shy. It took a lot of convincing to get her to go out on the Mat. She would even cry in the beginning. NOW… only after a few short months… she cant wait to go to Karate. She’s excelling greatly. Getting called on a lot. Raising her hand to answer questions. Learning to follow orders… and most importantly learning what to do when she is in harms way. I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone!!!

Before I write my review I find it necessary to address those bad reviews. Of course this is based off my own experience with Legacy being that I’m an «actual» student and parent to one as well.
My son started at the age of 5 (white belt) and succeeded at every tournament event, including WEAPONS. This was because of the GREAT instructors (not private lessons) at Legacy.
I’m there I see kids that want it and those that don’t, you can’t blame the teachers for that.
And the greatest thing about Legacy is that Mr. Gregory tells us parents and kids that. You can’t teach those that don’t want to be taught. But the instructors make it new, fresh and fun trying to keep all kids excited about a sport that is hard and uniformed. We all know kids lose interest fast.
Anyone who has a business knows that you can’t run it off of smiles alone. I myself found it to be a bit high at first but 5 years later I now see it as an investment. My son is well mannered, great in school and not afraid to be himself. I can’t take full credit for that because Legacy showed him how to be this person to the fullest.
Now I attend the Fit Class and not only am I healthier but I’m training with instructors that truly care for your health. They have passion for their work and for your goals. I go to a gym as well and those places are money hungry so I know the difference.
Mr. Gregory is passionate and I couldn’t ask for a better instructor. I thank them all!

My 7 year old daughter loves attending taewondo classes here! All the instructors are talented and amazing! They truly care about the children and treat them with respect. They have classes that fit busy schedules plans their tuition is affordable.

We’ve been members here for 3 years now and still loving it! The instructors are great and the kids are always having a good time. They constantly stay on top of what’s new and fun for the kids to experience which keep them on their toes!
I recommend them if you’re looking for a place to watch your kids grow into strong individuals

Signed up Richard (my 9yr old son) at Legacy Martial arts in Sep 2014 and he loved it. He has been going everyday and does not like skipping classes. He has changed in so many ways. One of the reason I decided to sign him is he was lacking confidence, he did not like to participate in anything especially in group activities. But Team LMA helped him be more confident and a team leader. I’m greatful for the instructors who worked with him and didn’t give up.
Legacy Martial arts offers classes from ages 3 to teen and adults. So I signed up myself and Ronjay (my 8yr old son), we’ve been happy with the result and the things we learn in everyday and instructors make each classes fun and exciting.

These guys are total clowns. Hard sell, all about the money, no qualified instructors. Great place if you want to buy a black belt and have a kid who’s just confident enough to get beat up. These guys have brown and black belt students who can’t throw a decent kick. Furthermore and most important; these guys are insincere and disrespectful behind your back. Their staff snicker and demean behind the backs of students and parents. Very ugly behind the façade. Do yourself a favor and find another place for your children.

This is the best martial arts school in Oxnard, I have been training at this school since 2006 and the least I can say about this school is that it has changed my life. The staff has taken such an investment in me, that it has completely turned my life in a while new direction. All of this led to me winning a world title in the weapon division in 2010. I continue to train here as my next goal is to one day own a martial arts school of my own. And I know that the staff at this school will be helping me achieve my goals. If you are looking for a place to experience the benefits if martial arts in yourself, then this is the place you are looking for. You can’t go wrong with this school.

LMA is the place to be! Martial Arts at its finest! Mr Gregory & his staff are the best! still unsure… check out the backs of everyones uniform. District champ. State champ. & World Champ says it all. the dedication & drive they show. makes it all worth being a part of the family! these students are the cream of the crop! Hands down 5 stars!

My 2 boys just got their 1^st degree black belts last 2÷22÷14. 3 long years of hard work paying off! They broke both their boards with a hand and a kicking technique.
Martial arts is not just testing your physical strength but your mental toughness as well. The instructors in Legacy Martial Arts help prepare you to be a well rounded martial arts athlete. They make sure you will be able to find that something that will enable you to overcome your weaknesses and reach your goals.
Check out the new studio. This is a great school if you want your kids to learn about respect, discipline, self-​control, things that they will need to grow up into great adults.

after watching the class I noticed that technique is not emphasized which I feel is the most important part of martial arts… mastering the basics.
the instructors don’t really teach, they just go through the motions
they quiz students on stances but don’t really correct them if their wrong same with kicking and punching… its like: just do what I do… follow me you can do it it’s easy…
its more like playing not really working out… or maybe their training to be good break dancers…
I watched the vids on youtube and was pretty excited only to be let down with such a boring class for kids…
it looked like the blind leading the blind…
the instructors could kick punch etc. why can’t the students?
the kids were too cramped together for such a big gym.
what martial arts programs allow a white belt to use weapons???
white belts orange belts green belts i couldn’t tell the difference…
if you want your kids to just play… go here… or if you want your kid to be the life of the party with flashy moves I would go here… there is a difference between demonstration and defending yourself… I guess it all depends on what you want for your child…
I noticed when a parent realized that their kid wasn’t doing well the instructor offered to do private lessons for $ 30. what a scam…
hmmm… so they don’t teach during the class but they’ll teach you in private… come on…
and that’s a big no…
i had such high expectations after watching the youtube videos what a disappointment… just had to mention it twice…

My daughter started her martial arts training with Legacy Martial Art’s parent organization when she was 4. The curriculum at Legacy is standardized and time-​tested, and all the instructors are certified. This means you and your child will be training in a system that is recognized throughout the world and meets the highest standards of martial arts, unlike schools that are independently operated by a self-​ordained «11^th Degree Master» that lacks standardized curriculum and certified instructors. Martial Arts is not just about kicking & punching. Mr. Gregory & his staff teach at the highest standards. They will teach you and your child «life skills» to help you excel in everyday life. Your child will learn NOT to bully others, but how to handle bullies and have self-​confidence in their lives without the anxiety most children have these days. They learn respect and how to pay attention in school and set goals. My daughter is now 19, excelling in college and a product of the system taught at Legacy Martial Arts, one of the finest martial arts schools in the United States. You’ll get your money’s worth here & more!

I couldn’t recommend ATA as an organization more for the family to do Taekwondo in, and Legacy Martial Arts is the place to do it! It’s ideal for all ages, which is something you can’t say for many martial arts places. Mr. Gregory is an incredible instructor that cares about his studio and every student in it. He’s extremely talented and knowledgeable — you or your kid will have the best training experience out there.

Legacy martial arts is a phenomenal place to train! Mr. Gregory is so passionate about his school and martial arts. From the moment you start to train with him and his team you feel like a part of a family. He truly wants all of his students to succeed and achieve their goals, not only with martial arts, but their goals and dreams throughout life. I highly recommend Legacy Martial Arts!

Legacy Martial Arts is the best in the area. Mr. Gregory genuinely cares about his art, students and his staff. Now in a fantastic new location, Legacy is the place to be in Oxnard, CA.
As a martial arts school owner as myself, I can say that Mr. Gregory is as good as it gets. He is in the business to help people grow and not only become good martial artist but to help them grow as people and give back to the community. I have attended seminars at his school and I have been very impressed with him and his energetic staff.
At Legacy, you are not just a student, you are part of the family. They have programs available for all of your families needs, including TKD, Hyper, Combat Fitness and more. If you are looking for a place to train, I highly recommend Mr. Gregory and his team at Legacy Martial Arts Family Fitness Center.