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United Studios of Self Defense Irvine-Northwood

United Studios of Self Defense Irvine-Northwood

4960 Irvine Blvd Suite #101, Irvine, CA 92620, Irvine, California

+1 714-730-6870
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Aikido
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Karate
Kempo/Kenpo
Kung Fu
Self-Defense Fundamentals

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Aikido
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Karate
  • Kempo/Kenpo
  • Kung Fu
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Positive and supportive atmosphere
  • Experienced master instructor
  • Family-friendly for all ages
  • Comprehensive self-defense curriculum
  • Humble and kind teaching staff
  • Personalized, one-on-one guidance

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"I've been a student here for only a short amount of time, but the atmosphere , the teachers, and the positive energy has me absolutely entranced. I've learned so much over the course of my short time here, and I'll learn even more continuing on. Honestly, I was a bit nervous starting out - wondering..." Read more

- Sophie :D

via Google

9/3/2024

Excellent

"I've been training here for over 20 years(!). Soke Jack Turner is the Michael Jordan of martial arts, and to my knowledge he's the only 9th-degree black belt who still teaches children. And he's great with them! My own son started here at age 4 or so. Even though I've left Irvine, I still travel th..." Read more

- E. Scott Menter

via Google

5/19/2023

Excellent

"Hanshi Turner's Dojo Is Amazing. The Culture At USSD Irvine Northwood Is Pure And Authentic And The Knowledge You Get From The Training Is Great."

- Charlie Threatt

via Google

10/18/2021

5.0

(16 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 2-9PM
  • Tuesday: 2-9PM
  • Wednesday: 11AM-9PM
  • Thursday: 2-9PM
  • Friday: 2-6PM
  • Saturday: 7AM-3PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

J

Jack Turner

Soke, Master

Certifications:

  • 9th-degree black belt
M

Michael

Teacher

C

Christine

Sensei

Location

Amenities

  • Access to multiple gym locations
  • Spacious training venue

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