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United Studios of Self Defense - Menlo Park
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Menlo Park, California
Plan your first class
- 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 (ages 13) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule menlopark.ussd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 650-325-9690
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have been going here for a little over year, and the way that the instructors work with the kids is absolutely outstanding!”
“Both classes often involve sparring, which I've found to be one of the most helpful ways for me to put what I've learned into practice.”
“Monday/Wednesday Urban Combat: An excellent self-defense/HIIT workout class.”
Other martial arts here
“Tuesday/Thursday night grappling/striking: I made this class less frequently than the others but was always glad I came when I could.”
“My son and daughter started taking karate at USSD about 6 months ago and they both loved it.”
“Monday/Wednesday Urban Combat: An excellent self-defense/HIIT workout class.”
What members say
From the reviews
My family is moving away from Menlo Park and we will miss this place! My son and daughter started taking karate at USSD about 6 months ago and they both loved it.
My son has been going for several years. Great instructors and a wonderful atmosphere in the dojo. Their flexibility with juggling multiple sports has made a huge difference in my son being able to continue martial arts for so many years.
Very nice dojo with a nice community of people and awesome instructors. I had a good experience learning various urban combat techniques such as jiu jitsu here.
We have been going here for a little over year, and the way that the instructors work with the kids is absolutely outstanding!
Your first kickboxing class at United Studios of Self Defense - Menlo Park
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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