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Evolve Training Center

Evolve Training Center

647 El Camino Real, South San Francisco, CA 94080, South San Francisco, California

+1 650-615-9322
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Aikido
Boxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Fitness Kickboxing
Kempo/Kenpo
Kickboxing
Krav Maga
MMA
Muay Thai
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Tai Chi
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Aikido
  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • Kempo/Kenpo
  • Kickboxing
  • Krav Maga
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Tai Chi
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly and knowledgeable coaches
  • Patient and encouraging instruction
  • Supportive and disciplined environment
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Positive community atmosphere
  • Family-friendly programming
  • Structured yet fun classes
  • Diverse class offerings
  • Flexible online classes during COVID

Considerations

  • Parking congestion and limited resident parking
  • Occasional lack of focus in some kids' classes
  • Limited choice of class time slots

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

50 reviews

5 stars

48

4 stars

1

3 stars

0

2 stars

0

1 star

1

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Excellent

"My son has been going to Evolve since July 2024 (now April 2025) and we he (and we) love it! The instructors are fantastic with the kids (patient, encouraging, and truly invested in each child’s growth). They’ve created such a positive and structured environment, and it shows. My son’s confidence ha..." Read more

- JuliAnna Dunning

via Google

4/30/2025

Excellent

"My daughter has been attending Evolve Training Center for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about each child's progress. They create a welcoming and disciplined environment where kids can b..." Read more

- Leah Ledda

via Google

3/21/2025

Excellent

"We absolutely love this place! My daughter has been coming here for 2 years training in Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai. The coaches are awesome, they teach the kids how to be on and off the mat. Highly recommend coming in for a trial!"

- Lukas Gilstrap

via Google

3/21/2025

4.9

(77 reviews)

Trial Offer

Trial: Offers varied trial options: 7-day free trial, 10-day trial, and a 2-week trial for $20

Business Hours

  • Monday: 6-8AM,11AM-1PM,4-8PM
  • Tuesday: 6-8AM,11AM-1PM,4-8PM
  • Wednesday: 6-8AM,11AM-1PM,4-8PM
  • Thursday: 6-8AM,11AM-1PM,4-8PM
  • Friday: 6-8AM,11AM-1PM,4-8PM
  • Saturday: 8AM-12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

M

Mark Tabuso

Coach, Professor

J

Jay

Coach, Professor

S

Steve

Coach

J

Jane

Coach

A

Angelo

Coach

V

Vic

Coach

Location

Amenities

  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Full lifting area with squat rack
  • Plenty of parking
  • Supportive community vibe
  • Two floors of mat space
  • Well-equipped facility

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