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Team Silva Martial Arts Academy

Team Silva Martial Arts Academy

2227 Mariner Square Loop, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda, California

+1 510-306-0633
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Aikido
Boxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Corporate Seminar
Family Self-Defense
Fitness Kickboxing
Hapkido
Judo
Kempo/Kenpo
Kids Self-Defense
Krav Maga
Kung Fu
MMA
Muay Thai
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Tai Chi
Teen Self-Defense
Weapons Training
Wing Chun
Women-Only Self-Defense
Wrestling

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Aikido
  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Corporate Seminar
  • Family Self-Defense
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • Hapkido
  • Judo
  • Kempo/Kenpo
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • Krav Maga
  • Kung Fu
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Tai Chi
  • Teen Self-Defense
  • Weapons Training
  • Wing Chun
  • Women-Only Self-Defense
  • Wrestling

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly, family-like atmosphere
  • High-level instruction with individualized attention
  • Inclusive community across all ages and abilities
  • Multiple daily class times including early morning
  • Strong kids program and after-school care
  • Works with special needs children

Considerations

  • Poor billing and cancellation communication
  • Schedule conflicts for some families

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

20 reviews

5 stars

18

4 stars

1

3 stars

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Average

"Kids went here for a month, they loved it! Unfortunately we couldn't continue due to a schedule conflict. Sergio and his team were very responsive to emails up until I told them that we couldn't continue for the time being but hoped to return in the summer. I have received no response from them but ..." Read more

- Mee

via Google

3/24/2024

Excellent

"They just moved to Alameda fitness and spa, the great gym that I am already a member of. Wanted to try to learn this art form and hopefully one day be able to teach my kids who are doing other sports. I just love it. It is so exiting and humbling. Everybody here is super nice. Also 6am class fits m..." Read more

- SUN IK LEE

via Google

2/15/2023

Excellent

"customer service & culture of "we" considering your abilities going in & I think you are absolutely companied with high integrity grit building. communication is a great key push those questions on because growth is part of thee pros"

- richard mendoza

via Google

9/26/2021

4.9

(26 reviews)

Business Hours

  • Monday: 5AM-6PM
  • Tuesday: 5-6:15PM
  • Wednesday: 5:15-6:15PM
  • Thursday: 5-6:15PM
  • Friday: 3:30-4:30PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: 8AM-12PM

Instructors

S

Sergio Silva

Professor

12 years experience

Black belt world champion with extensive pedigree, works with children including special needs and runs community tournaments.

Certifications:

  • Black Belt - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Location

Amenities

  • On-site gym and spa facilities

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