American Kickboxing Academy has been the premier Mixed Martial Arts gym in the Bay Area since 1985. At the original location in San Jose, CA, founded and still run by World Champion Kickboxer Javier Mendez, the core concepts taught have never changed. Focus has always been on quality instruction and teaching solid technique and application of all of the specialties, including Kickboxing, Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA, Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu.
AKA TRACY is the newest addition to our quality MMA Training facilities. We may be well known in San Jose for our champion grade fighters, but at our core we are a FAMILY GYM. Whether you are looking for a way to get the kids off their video games for a while, or looking to get the whole family in shape, we have something to offer everyone.
AKA TRACY is the newest addition to our quality MMA Training facilities. We may be well known in San Jose for our champion grade fighters, but at our core we are a FAMILY GYM. Whether you are looking for a way to get the kids off their video games for a while, or looking to get the whole family in shape, we have something to offer everyone.
Reviews (10)
Teresa D.
Jan 12, 2022
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I have been meaning to have our children try out martial arts for some time now. I reached out to AKA and not only were they very responsive but offered us a trial day. The class was small for the littles which allowed for focused attention which I appreciated. Membership is reasonable and studio was very nice and clean. Needless to say we signed up both our kids by the end of our visit.
Richard Kyle
Jan 02, 2022
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Tri Villegas
Aug 25, 2021
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Mason
Jul 14, 2021
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AKA Tracy is a great place for kids. The owner, Kent, was very friendly to my child and managed to convince him to try it out after I tried several times unsuccessfully. There are many children on weekdays and they all seem to be having a good time learning. The only challenge is for kids who are new and afraid of joining in a larger group. Weekends may be better for children who are just starting since the group size is generally much smaller.
Victoria Millar
May 23, 2021
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Robbie Shakespeare
Mar 05, 2021
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I have been training here since they opened two years ago. I was taking one class everyday and loved my instructor. They cancelled the class two days after taking my membership fee of $125 out of my account. I have requested a refund for February as what I paid for is no longer available. No warning. No communication. Just took my money and cancelled my classes. I am completely disgusted with them and their business practices. Was forced to select one star....
Update....they replaced a black belt instructor with an brown belt and told me the new one is black. Only took two minutes of research
Update....they replaced a black belt instructor with an brown belt and told me the new one is black. Only took two minutes of research
Paul
Feb 10, 2021
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My son loves it here. Jiu-jitsu, boxing and taekwondo for a somewhat reasonable price. We are here 5 days a week. My son has been a traditional sports kid for his whole life, mainly baseball. Allstars, travel ball, the works. Since COVID has restricted team sports we started this and never looked back. If you kid has a ton of energy and traditional sports doesn't keep their attention then this is the place for them. Boys and girls of all ages.
UPDATE:
Unfortunately things did abruptly change. Communication was not the greatest from the beginning here but wasn't a deal breaker at the time. I did
UPDATE:
Unfortunately things did abruptly change. Communication was not the greatest from the beginning here but wasn't a deal breaker at the time. I did
Nicole Lawson
Jan 11, 2021
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Kimberly C. Standridge
Oct 06, 2019
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My daughter just got her purple belt. She loves coming to AKA after school and I love that she's doing so well! Plus, World Gym is right next door! Sean and all his instructors are great with the kids as well as their instruction. I would highly recommend AKA if you want a professional environment and kids that are learning great things and love it at the same time.
Stephanie Barbosa
Aug 03, 2019
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AKA Tracy has been great for my nine year old son. I was struggling finding a sport he would take to and at the same time he was dealing with some mean kids at school. He had developed a tick and was feeling down. World Gym next door was marketing the new studio and without hesitation I signed my son up. Within a few months his tick was completely gone, he gained an incredible amount of confidence and absolutely loves his instructor Bruno!! He has advanced his belt and looks forward to every practice. It’s been really great as mother to watch this transformation.
