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Kaizen Dojo

Kaizen Dojo

1824 W 182nd St, Torrance, CA 90504, Torrance, California

+1 424-261-4555
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Karate
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Weapons Training

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Karate
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Weapons Training

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Patient and caring instructors
  • Supportive family-like atmosphere
  • Builds confidence and discipline
  • Fun and engaging classes
  • Accommodates different learning paces

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

23 reviews

5 stars

23

4 stars

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3 stars

0

2 stars

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Excellent

"Never been here, but I am confident that this dojo is excellent!"

- jlhelt1990

via Google

1/5/2025

Excellent

"We looked for a perfect class for my son to start him in Martial Arts this summer, we went to another one and he was in tears on his trial day. It was a totally different experience with Kaizen Dojo! My son beamed with excitement and joy after his trial day! He told us he would like to keep coming t..." Read more

- ItsAdamsFamily

via Google

10/14/2022

Excellent

"We live in Manhattan Beach. Sensei Ford is patient and just the best sensei around. My kids are lucky to have him as a sensei."

- Sanjeev Rao

via Google

11/20/2021

5.0

(27 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Trial class day

Business Hours

  • Monday: 3:50-8:30PM
  • Tuesday: 3:30-8:30PM
  • Wednesday: 3:50-8:30PM
  • Thursday: 3:30-8:30PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 11AM-1PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

W

William Christopher Ford

Sensei, Head Instructor

40 years experience

Certifications:

  • 5th Dan Black Belt - Shorin-Ryu Karate
R

Rich

Sensei

A

Alvin

Sensei

K

Kylie

Instructor

J

Jade

Sensei

Y

Yvette Hamaya

Yoga Instructor

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility
  • Community events and volunteer opportunities
  • Online virtual classes

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