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Monterey Martial Arts

Monterey Martial Arts

465 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, Monterey, California

+1 831-641-7342
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Family Self-Defense
Karate
Kids Self-Defense
MMA
Self-Defense Fundamentals

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Family Self-Defense
  • Karate
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • MMA
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Supportive and safe environment
  • Patient and passionate instructors
  • Personalized one-on-one attention
  • Encourages discipline, focus, and mindfulness
  • Builds confidence and self-esteem
  • Teaches life and defensive skills
  • Engaging and fun classes
  • Welcoming community atmosphere
  • Improves physical fitness and body awareness
  • Clean facility
  • Encourages teamwork

Considerations

  • Unresponsive to inquiries (doesn't return calls or emails)

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

23 reviews

5 stars

22

4 stars

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Excellent

"My son has been attending Monterey Martial Arts for over three years (he’s now 7), and the experience has been incredible. He transitioned seamlessly from the Little Dragons group to the Dragon Warriors, gaining valuable skills at each stage. As a Little Dragon, he learned patience, discipline thro..." Read more

- Max Feldman

via Google

4/17/2025

Excellent

"Get your kids into these classes. My 2 girls love the lessons and are learning life skills that help them develop into stronger, respectful humans. We chose Shifu Yerzy after visiting 3 other schools, and the fact that he leads by example is why we went with Monterey Martial Arts. It's easy to hear..." Read more

- Andrew Reed

via Google

9/9/2024

Excellent

"Shifu Yerzy delivers. While I would not want to speak for him, I feel comfortable saying that he puts a focus on developing his students' character through the medium of martial arts. Under his care you or your child will develop confidence, self-esteem, and ability. I cannot recommend him enough."

- Gordon McElroy

via Google

7/17/2024

4.9

(28 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 4-8:30PM
  • Tuesday: 3-8PM
  • Wednesday: 4-8:30PM
  • Thursday: 3-8PM
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

M

Michael Yerzy

Shifu

Certifications:

  • Black Belt

Location

Amenities

  • Clean facility

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