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Sama Academy of Martial Arts

Sama Academy of Martial Arts

2720 Pinole Valley Rd, Pinole, CA 94564, Pinole, California

+1 510-758-2007
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Karate
Kickboxing
Self-Defense Fundamentals

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Karate
  • Kickboxing
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Pricing

Monthly Membership

USD 200

Unlimited classes per month

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Supportive and friendly staff
  • Inclusive family atmosphere
  • Variety of class options
  • No hidden fees for belt promotions
  • Positive mental and physical growth

Considerations

  • Overcrowded classes
  • Hidden or confusing fees
  • Favoritism by some instructors
  • Aggressive behavior by certain instructor
  • Limited parent viewing area

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

44 reviews

5 stars

40

4 stars

1

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

3

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Excellent

"My daughter started attending the Sama Academy a few months back and she loves it! She’s just a white belt right now but she’s really motivated to attend classes to move on to next belt level. As a parent, I appreciate academy’s focus of positive mental growth, physical health, and self discipline...." Read more

- Sam Kim

via Google

5/9/2025

Excellent

"This place is amazing. My son started here when he was 4 1/2. He had so much energy and was very timid. He is now 9 and a Jr Black Belt as well as he is in there BJJ program. I have watched him grow and excel so much in the last 5 yrs. Sama has taught him so much. My son even talked me into joining ..." Read more

- lil mama

via Google

1/9/2025

Very Poor

"I really wanted to like this place, but like every other business, it's all about making money. This past month I spent over $1200 for this and that. I don't know but I'm not made of money and I can't just get a refund. This doesn't sit right with me and I'm earning all parents to be careful with th..." Read more

- David Khettavong

via Google

5/25/2024

4.7

(63 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free tryout class (first two visits free)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 2:30-9PM
  • Tuesday: 2:30-9PM
  • Wednesday: 2:30-8:30PM
  • Thursday: 2:30-9PM
  • Friday: 2:30-8PM
  • Saturday: 8:30AM-12:30PM
  • Sunday: 10:10AM-12PM

Instructors

S

Sensei Roxas

Sensei

S

Sensei Jonathan

Sensei

M

Ms. Mendoza

Instructor

M

Miss Maria

Instructor

S

Sempai Hamada

Sempai

M

Ms. Maki

Instructor

Location

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