Self Defense

25 Jan Celebrating Another Anniversary: SwiftKick Martial Arts Turns 16!

Posted at 13:23h in Announcements, Martial Arts, Positive Role Models, San Diego Martial Arts, Self Defense

It is hard to believe that SwiftKick Martial Arts has passed another milestone, celebrating sixteen years this month. It has indeed been a team effort, with the vision and leadership of Brian Cowell steering the ship. As more students grow up in the martial arts...

21 Oct Giving the Gift of Empowerment Through Self Defense

Posted at 12:44h in Gift Giving, Girls in Martial Arts, Self Defense

If you are like most people, seeing the signs advertising only 65 days until Christmas triggered some emotional responses. Maybe anxiousness, maybe excitement, and perhaps a combination of both. The surprise of how close the holidays may begin the gears turning and figuring out what...

29 Jul Martial Arts Programs Share Tips Against Bullying as School Approaches

Posted at 08:45h in Bullying, Self Defense

The summer is coming to an end, and although some kids are thrilled with the prospect of being back on campus, some students and families inevitably worry about bullying. If a child has experienced bullying previously, this may be a real stress point for a...

09 Jun Open Hand v Closed Fist Defense in Martial Arts

Posted at 07:07h in Martial Arts, Self Defense

Without much thought, it may seem obvious that using one's fists in a threatening confrontation would be most effective. After all, most movies portray that as the most powerful way to strike an opponent and cause harm or injury. In digging a little deeper and...

18 May Martial Arts’ Crazy Monkey Defense Meets Basic Needs on Maslow’s Hierarchy

Posted at 11:17h in Martial Arts, Self Defense

Developed initially to defend oneself in hostile environments on all terrains, one of the foundational ideas of this modern approach to martial arts is self-preservation. In contrast to some other styles within martial arts, Crazy Monkey focuses on the personal development of both the mind...

25 Apr Self-Defense Using Martial Arts v. Firearms

Posted at 14:58h in Girls in Martial Arts, Martial Arts, Self Defense

Guns are a hot topic right now, especially in California. The Second Amendment right of the United States Constitution states that American Citizens can bear arms. Having the ability to defend oneself and one's property are incredible privileges we have in this country. However, the...

20 Apr Most Popular Weapons in Martial Arts

Posted at 11:20h in Martial Arts, Self Defense

According to the Oxford Dictionary, ka·ra·te is “an Asian system of unarmed combat using the hands and feet to deliver and block blows, widely practiced as a sport.” Although karate literally means "empty hands," there are many training in karate and other martial arts who choose weapons...

29 Mar What’s Trending? Top Six Martial Arts Trends in 2022

Posted at 08:32h in Fitness, Martial Arts, Self Defense, Training

The year 2022 seems to be moving quickly. Many popular sources that provide trending predictions may have missed the opportunity to mention martial arts trends for the upcoming year. Martial arts in itself is growing in popularity, so it is worth noting the most popular...

15 Mar Choosing The Best Martial Arts Studio

Posted at 06:47h in Fitness, Health, Kids Benefit from Martial Arts, Martial Arts, Self Defense

When it comes to deciding on the best martial arts studio for what you are looking for, here are a few things worth considering. Of course, it depends on who the training is for, but focusing on some basics can help quickly determine if a...

16 Feb Superhero Draws on Krav Maga Training

Posted at 10:34h in Fitness, Martial Arts, San Diego Martial Arts, Self Defense

Wonder Woman’s Gal Gadot spent two years in mandatory military training in Israel. She became a combat trainer and found herself using some of those skills in her rigorous training for the physical demands of being a big-screen superhero. The Marvel series is an incredibly...

I was in Bernado class for almost 6 months. Sadly, because of work reason, I have to move. I have learned a lot from SwiftKick. I came in as a kickboxing background student and came out as a martial arts student. I have learned more defense skills, move technique, and kick skills. If I can stay longer, I believe I can learn more skills. All instructors are very nice and reachable. For adult class, your classmates are great instructor, too.read more

Ziyue Jin

22:53 11 Mar 19

We are so happy we signed our Liam up with Swiftkick Marital Arts in RB. We started 2 months ago with our 9yr old and he has made such great progress and actually loves going 3 times a week. If he is in a bad mood going he comes out of there super happy. He smiles through the whole class. We just signed up our 7 year old this weekend and he is so far loving it also. The staff are absolutely amazing with the kids.read more

The crazy Kehles Epic lifestyle

17:44 28 Oct 18

We are so grateful that we found Swiftkick Martial Arts. We were introduced by the after school program they offered on our schools campus. After just 7 weeks of training, through that program, we already saw a difference in our children’s behavior, attitudes and confidence. We knew we needed to continue. We appreciate the flexibility of the program and the great leadership offered by the coaches in each class. We now have all three of our kids in the program. We feel good about investing into their health, their character and their safety.read more

JYNELL SCHMALFELDT

16:59 20 Mar 18

My son has been practicing at SwiftKick Martial Arts for about two years. We have been nothing but pleased with the level of instruction, the professionalism of the teachers and staff, and the difference it has made in our son's life. We love how there are always many instructors available to help a child, give them a little motivation, or keep them focused. The teachers know all of the kids, by name, and they engage them personally by knowing who they are and what they are interested in. One thing I remember from our first day, was that Mr. Smith knew that my child was new, he knew his name and he welcomed him. That little personal touch can make an uneasy child more comfortable, that little thing, has stayed with me all this time and I think it is what makes SwiftKick so special.read more

Janice Takade

23:41 11 Feb 18

My 5 year old and 8 year old started at SwiftKick about a year ago and have loved it. I have watched them become more focused, gain strength and coordination and have fun doing it! About 9 months ago, my husband and I decided to join. I have become more confident and love the fact that I am getting great exercise and learning important self defense skills. There are plenty of class times to choose from throughout the week and all of the instructors are knowledgeable and kind. I would highly recommend SwiftKick for the entire family!read more

Kelly Tognetti

01:15 22 Aug 17

My son loves Swiftkick at Rancho Bernardo. When our summer travel plans got cancelled he was happy cause he won’t be missing Swiftkick!! I noticed an increased level of discipline and alertness in him. Sometimes when I call out to him or assign a task at home he replies “ yes mom”. 😀 Thank you Swiftkick.read more

Jan S

16:30 20 Jun 19

Four of our children have trained here over the last 3 1/2 years. The coaches are excellent at engaging younger and older students alike. We count this as a valuable piece of our children's education.

Erin Nave

16:50 16 Jul 19

Our oldest daughter has been a part of Swiftkick for 4 years and she loves it. It has given her tons of confidence and let her grow as a leader. The coaches definitely engage with our kids and take an individualized approach with teaching them. While our kids have grown and have a great time there, if there is one thing that they can improve upon, it's that having more classes especially at the more advanced level would be awesome!read more

Leng Ky

14:11 18 Jul 19

My son has been a student at SwiftKick for over 10 years. The awesome thing about SwiftKick Martial Arts is while they teach self-defense, they also teach self-control. The entire staff are incredibly patient, and mix in fun activities to get students (adult and children alike) to be active, learn self-control, and have a ton of fun doing it. A few years ago, after seeing how much fun our son was having, my wife and I also started and have been loving it ever since!read more

Scott Kraetsch

22:51 08 Aug 19

Our family loves SwiftKick! We have been going to SwiftKick for two years and we have loved every class and event. My daughter is excited to go to each class and is disappointed if we ever have to miss. All the coaches are engaging and very knowledgeable. They teach life skills like self-defense, respect, attentiveness and self-control in a fun way. Our younger son is excited to start training at the Rancho Bernardo studio and he'll start as soon as he is old enough.read more

Karen K

20:33 29 Sep 19

My little boy loved this place , came here for a quick trial couple days ago staff are amazing and very friendly.

Fouad Alshayeb

19:51 18 Jan 20

SwiftKick is a great place to train. My entire family takes classes here and cannot get enough. They offer great instruction that is fun for all ages and keeps us coming back for more. We pay one price and can come as many times a week as we'd like. The owner is a great guy and is very passionate about what he does.read more

M Conrad

03:33 29 Jun 17

Swiftkick Martial Arts is a great place to work out and train a self-defense class! I love the staff and the materials they teach, check them out for a free trial if you're interested!

Trevor Ng

04:38 02 Feb 21

Always a good shopping experience

Vern Hudson

21:39 28 Feb 21

I've been going regularly for about 8 months. I can say the staff are truly knowledgeable and dedicated to fostering a safe, but challenging environment for martial arts limited only by what you put into it. Loving it!

Charles Gray

03:39 08 Sep 21

We are so grateful that we found SwiftKick Martial Arts. My son has been training there since 2016. We have been extremely pleased with the coaching staff, the level of instruction and the results. I highly recommend SwiftKick!

Suzanne Ramm

02:29 11 Jul 21

Pros: (teachers, special needs accomodations) I enrolled my 6-year-old son in their program almost a year ago. At the time I was drawn to the sales pitch of how martial arts can improve behavior, focus, attention, etc. My son is very ADHD so this seemed like a great fit for him. After one year I can accurately say what the experience was like. The teachers are amazing because there are two to three teachers per group so the student to teacher ratio is great. This is especially important for special needs students. They have weekly and bi-weekly options which were useful for us. In the end, we were unable to attend because of personal issues. Cons: (Rigid, almost exploitative billing, program implementation) My son was not benefiting from the class and was floundering around during instruction. There were reasons that were both personal and also because he needed one-on-one teaching. I do not fault swift kick for this. However, progress check-ups were few and far between. Once every few months parents would coordinate with teachers on the child's progress. This is good but there should also be an emphasis on continuous observation and coordination of progress with parents. Especially for special needs students. When I reached out to them to adjust our schedule it was as if they were holding my billing details ransom. I needed to submit documentation and explanations in order to adjust our schedule from bi-weekly to once weekly. On June 17th I notified them that because of personal and financial issues we would need to cancel. I was told that because I didn't notify them on June 1st that they would bill me for July 1st. I asked for a prorate and they refused to do so. Now they're asking me to fill out cancellation forms. Please keep in mind that if you become involved with these people they will hold your billing details and make it difficult for you to adjust or leave their program. They had me buy boxing gloves and other equipment that have never been used. And I'm currently being billed for weekly services that are not being used. Hopefully this warning will help you to avoid the same pitfall. Edit 7/23/21: The owner's response indicated that I did not provide an opportunity to himself and the team to rectify the situation. I spoke to billing about our family's circumstances and why they should pro-rate and they would not accommodate. Additionally, I kept in contact with Coach L about my son's progress and concerns of that sort. This review came from a culmination of months worth of events.read more

Mary Dorsey

20:37 23 Jul 21

Very interactive coaches, kids like them.

Muthukkumar D

23:41 26 May 22

My son really does enjoy participating in Swiftkick Martial Arts. The staff is super friendly and always makes us feel very welcomed. The instructors are very patient and attentive to the kids. My son has learned a lot!

Brittaney Badger

03:49 14 Apr 21

My son joined the pathfinder program at SwiftKick in Rancho Bernardo almost 2 months ago. Our main goal in joining SwiftKick was to create a healthier lifestyle in a fun and exciting environment. In a short period of time my son has become more confident, outgoing and physically fit. All the staff and instructors are amazing and each help my son challenge himself. The entire experience here has by far exceeded my expectations. I am greatly looking forward to see my sons skills grow as he progresses in his training. I highly recommend this studio for anyone thinking of joining.read more

Tiffany main

01:15 13 Apr 17

The thing that makes SwiftKick different from other studios is that Brian, and all of his instructors, team with parents to bring out the very best in your child. They want to know what's happening at home and at school so that they can reinforce the best behavior and make corrections/give guidance when necessary. My husband and I struggled for years to find something to build intrinsic motivation in our son and SwiftKick has done that!! It has been life-changing for him. You will not find more dedicated instructors or people who care more than this staff. The classes are tons of fun and super engaging! What's more, the student-to-teacher ratio is incredible, like nothing we've ever seen!!! They develop the whole child, character development is paramount to them and they do it with the perfect balance of kindness but authority that demands respect. We're very careful about who our children spend their time with and we can state with the utmost confidence that the instructors at SwiftKick are the kind of wonderful role models we want in our children's lives!read more

Michelle Taylor

01:23 04 Mar 17

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