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Escolta Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Redwood City, California
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule escoltamartialart.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 510-410-1526
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |
The classes they run
“Beyond medals and recognition, though, his real impact is seen in the way kids and adults grow in discipline, respect, and self-belief under his guidance.”
“Many of his students have gone on to win gold medals and championships, but what’s more impressive is the way he changes lives.”
“The coaches are knowledgeable, welcoming, and create a positive environment for all skill levels.”
Other martial arts here
“With more than 19 years of experience focused on mixed martial arts, his knowledge and skill are unmatched.”
“His comprehensive approach ensures students are well-rounded—trained in both striking (Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing) and ground fighting (Jiujitsu, wrestling).”
“He holds Black Belts in both Kenpo Karate and Taekwondo and has trained under the Great Grand Master Professor Ralph Castro, a close friend of Bruce Lee himself.”
“Coach Greg’s martial arts journey began at just 5 years old, sparked by a personal experience that made him want to learn self-defense and push himself toward martial excellence.”
What members say
“Coach Roberts at Escolta Martial Arts in Redwood City is an incredible instructor and mentor.”
“I highly recommend Escolta Martial Arts to anyone looking for a welcoming martial arts school that teaches much more than just technique.”
“The instructors are great with kids, and it’s been a fun way to build confidence and discipline.”
“He teaches with purpose—every lesson and technique has real-world application, whether in competition or self-defense.”
“This mindset carries through in every class, where he inspires students to build strength, focus, and confidence not only in martial arts but in everyday life.”
“Very good people very excellent teachers the masters are great and I really appreciate the service that they give and the gym is awesome.”
From the reviews
After going to two other tae kwon do schools we finally decided this school was the place for our kids. Escolta school is by far the best thing that has happened to our kids. Its the only sport place that they ask to continuously be taken to.
Coach Roberts at Escolta Martial Arts in Redwood City is an incredible instructor and mentor. His journey started at just 5 years old, and although it wasn’t easy in the beginning, he built his foundation through discipline and perseverance.
Escolta Martial Arts at Powerhouse Gym is excellent. Coach Robert is a fantastic coach— he's clearly a very experienced martial artist who's genuinely gifted at passing that knowledge on. I've grown at an astonishing rate under him, and so have my classmates.
My daughter has had such a great experience learning taekwondo. The instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly care about helping each child grow in confidence, discipline, and respect. Since starting classes, I’ve seen a huge improvement in her focus, listening skills, and self-confidence.
New to kickboxing? Start at Escolta Martial Arts
Escolta Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Escolta Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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