I wanted to let some time pass before I wrote this review in regards to my experience at Ekata. I have had multiple memberships to various gyms in Santa Clarita. Never have I trained at a martial arts facility such as this one, and I'm beyond glad I signed up here! It's been a little over three months since I've been going here. As challenging as it has been for everyone through COVID, the owners Sifu Ed, Sifu JoAnn, along with their amazing and knowledgeable staff have put in strict protocols to keep the gym running smoothly as well as ensuring the health and well being of the members. Even with COVID, there are plenty of various martial arts classes still running. I'm sure they will add more to the schedule when everything normalizes. If you need any extra insight, they also offer personal training which has helped me grow and gain knowledge in conjunction with the classes which I have attended. The equipment in the weight area is wiped down with sanitizing wipes by the members after every use. Overall, the gym and it's classrooms are very well maintained in all regards. I have had nothing but positive vibes and receive amazing feedback from the owners, staff, and members on the martial arts we practice. Sifu Ed has stated that everyone here is a part of a community that helps one another and it sure felt like that from day one. Another amazing amenity that this gym offers is it's after-school, summer, and kids programs. I don't have any children but if I did, they would for sure be enrolled here. I have spoken with many of the parents that train here with their kids enrolled, and the programs they have for the kids help them grow and instill mindfulness to allow them to progress in various aspects of life. A close friend of mine holds his PhD in psychology and works with the school districts out here Santa Clarita. When he found out I was going here, he told me that Ekata and Sifu Ed does amazing work with our youth to help guide and train them with that practice of mindfulness. Jeet Kune Do is the major emphasis of most of the classes we learn here. It is a wonderful self-defense art that also incorporates many other forms of martial arts which are taught here as well. I highly recommend this training center to anyone who has any degree of curiosity in regards to the martial arts. Check it out. You'll be glad you did!

Ekata has exceeded my expectations with their children's martial arts program. Currently our children are approaching year 4 as students. They have learned Jeet Kune Do, Savate, MMA, weapons training (nunchak, bo staff, escrima, and more), and their journey continues! Also, our kids are always excited to attend class as well. As for the adult studio classes, I am very impressed with the quality and physical intensity of the programs. Also, all of the instructors are extremely skilled, and they provide excellent knowledge transfer to all students. Overall I am glad my family has found Ekata to help keep our mind and body healthy!

I have been practicing meditation and JKD martial arts at Ekata for several years. The training I received from Ekata has improved my stamina both physical and mental. I found myself having less mind chatter and can stay focus at ease under stressful situation. I look forward to the meditation class in the morning to loosen up tension and negative fixation. The JKD class is a good workout and I learn how to protect myself and sharpen my cognitive function. Join us and give it a try!

Wonderful training, equipment and atmosphere! My wife and I joined Ekata this year and have already benefited from intense fitness classes and JKD martial arts training. Though we are new at some of this, the instructors and other participants have been super patient and helpful. Plus, there is a mindfullness aspect to the training that extends to our life outside of the exercise programs. Totally first rate and the owners are generous in providing their time and insights to help their clients.

A very special place in the heart of Santa Clarita. My sons ages 8, 9 & 13 have been training Jeet Kune Do martial arts here for about a year and a half and I have seen a tremendous change in their level of confidence and initiative as a whole. The classes reinforce what my husband and I try to instill in them at home...respect, focus, a sense of pride in everything they do, being active and overall being better versions of themselves in life. At Ekata, they train hard and give them tools to create a lifestyle that will carry on with them forever. I see families who train marital arts here and take their lives a step further by nourishing their bodies through the many guided fitness activities offered and through mindful meditation. We practice meditation at home and to see it as an integral part here is a blessing. Ekata is beyond the common gyms and training centers you see around. It really is a facility that focuses on centering yourself and grows into an extended family. Ekata encourages the mind to break through blocks and overcome limitations, slow down and breathe and be in the moment. Learning martial arts is the skill, but the life skills here is priceless. If there ever was a place to become a part of, this is it. For your children. For yourself.

By far the best gym, martial arts classes, and training facility in town. I've been going here since May, and absolutely love it! Brand new, clean, high end fitness equipment.. beautiful interior design, and a State of the art body composition testing machine. I really enjoy their focus on Mindfulness. From their meditation room, to the way they structure their classes. Love it, and will continue to come here for a long time! :) PS There are a LOT of different classes and services here.. different martial arts, yoga, Aerial Silks, voice lessons, and massage rooms. A truly well rounded facility!

Our family has been members for 3 years now. And I couldn’t be happier with the level of care, top-notch instruction and atmosphere of Ekata. The instructors have taken a genuine concern for my sons character development, not only their martial arts. I love the family atmosphere that is wholesome and warm. This is our home away from home.

Ekata Training Center is by far the nicest gym I ever went to. The facility has nice equipment but that's not the best part. Every instructor I worked with was outstanding in their own way. The last workout blew out my fitbit. ;) The workouts are functionally correct and the martial application is no BS. I have seen every fitness level and martial background work side by side to get better. After my last car accident I thought I was done with martial arts but within a few weeks of working out at Ekata I got the rehabilitation I needed and no move and feel almost as good as I did before the car wreck and a full year of no exercise at all. Please disregard some of the sad competitors attempts to discredit Ekata. Go for one class, any class, tour the facility, meet the people, then see if you don't feel the same way I do about Ekata.

Ekata Training Center is a fantastic facility that offers a wide range of training programs designed to help individuals improve their physical fitness and overall well-being. The center has a great reputation in the local community for providing high-quality training programs that are both effective and enjoyable. One of the things that I appreciate most about Ekata Training Center is the variety of training programs that they offer. From kickboxing and martial arts to yoga and strength training, there is truly something for everyone here. No matter what your fitness level or goals may be, you are sure to find a program that suits your needs at Ekata. In addition to the excellent training programs, the staff at Ekata Training Center is also top-notch. They are highly knowledgeable and experienced, and they go out of their way to ensure that each client receives personalized attention and guidance. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a beginner, the staff at Ekata will make you feel welcome and supported every step of the way. Overall, I highly recommend Ekata Training Center to anyone looking to improve their fitness and overall health. The facility is clean, modern, and well-equipped, and the staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and committed to helping you reach your goals. If you are looking for a place to train that will challenge and inspire you, look no further than Ekata Training Center!

My children both go here for the after school program and for their camps for summer, winter and spring. They're always treated with respect and they love it. They get to learn important self defense as well homework help. They've made great friends there and always have a wonderful time.