Studio City Martial Arts
About
Studio City Martial Arts offers comprehensive training in MMA and karate disciplines, supported by a diverse team of experienced instructors. The coaching staff includes Sensei Bryan, a 4th degree black belt and owner who holds a Chuden Menkyo instructor license, along with other qualified professionals like Ron Lazo, Keelia Flinn with yoga and reiki expertise, and Jeffrey Han who brings taekwondo, kung fu, BJJ, and kali experience. The dojo provides a structured environment with assistant instructors and junior senpais ensuring personalized attention across skill levels.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Studio City Martial Arts for creating a supportive community where children develop both physical skills and character traits like patience, respect, and discipline. Parents describe the dojo as a "home away from home" where instructors serve as caring mentors who balance rigorous training with fun, keeping students motivated throughout their martial arts journey. Specific compliments highlight the owners' dedication, the instructors' ability to maintain discipline while having fun, and the program's positive influence on children's overall development. Reviewers particularly appreciate how the training builds coordination, fitness, and social skills while fostering long term commitment to martial arts.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Sean Heydorn
a year ago
We love Studio City Martial Arts. We have been going here for 3 years and in that time we have watched our daughter develop and learn many skills, both physical and social, stay active, make friends and really enjoy learning and growing within the SC Martial Arts community. The owners are great, and she enjoys all the different instructors
Danielle Hoon
a year ago
I can't say enough good things about Studio City Martial Arts! Everyone there is wonderful, we're so grateful we found them! Our son has learned so much in the two years he's trained with them and he loves doing it. It's a great balance of working hard and having fun which helps our son want to continue his journey to a black belt.
mjgrazzz
a year ago
Studio City Martial Arts has been such a wonderful program for my son! He’s learned about patience, respect, and discipline not to mention honing his balance, coordination and overall fitness. Everyone at the dojo is caring and thoughtful, but also exacting and motivated to teach. Can’t recommend highly enough!
Jodi Triplett
4 years ago
We had instructors from Studio City Martial Arts come to the house to teach the kids during the pandemic. They were Covid-conscious, on time, professional, and able to maintain discipline while still having fun. A year later, the oldest is about to get her green belt. A great organization.
Brown Family
a year ago
Our son has been enrolled in classes and lessons with Studio City Martial Arts for over 4 years and he and we LOVE it! It is more than just another activity - the dojo is a home away from home for our son and the senseis are true mentors who care about your child’s whole self. Their training involves building character as well as building strength and skill, and we are so grateful for everyone at Studio City Martial Arts’s positive and inspirational influence in our son’s life. We feel so lucky to have them training and teaching our son!
Contact
12418 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 3:30 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 3:30 – 9:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Sensei Bryan
Owner / Head Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt (Yon Dan), Chuden Menkyo Instructor License, Jikiden Reiki Practitioner
Head instructor and owner with over a decade of Tai-Jutsu study. Certified by Kancho Chadwick Minge and Shihan David Keith Heald. CPR and First-Aid certified.
Ron Lazo
Lead Instructor
4th Degree Black Belt, Chuden Menkyo Instructor License
Longest active student, training since 2002. Specializes in Ju-Jutsu, pressure points, and short weapons. Also trains in Filipino Martial Arts. CPR and First Aid certified.
Keelia Flinn
Program Director
Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, 1st Shodan Japanese Reiki Practitioner
Teaching artist integrating yoga and Reiki into Tai-Jutsu practice. Contributes to Instructor Training and Junior Senpai Leadership programs.
Jeffrey Han
Dojo Manager / Instructor
Black Belt in Taekwondo, trained in Kung Fu, BJJ, Kali
Brings experience in martial arts and performance. BA in Theatre Arts, MFA in Performing Arts. Focuses on confidence and personal development.
Delvin Harrington
Senpai / Assistant Instructor
2nd Degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate
Competed and earned trophies in multiple tournaments. Previously helped teach at his hometown dojo before joining SCMA.
Toby Panec
Senpai / Assistant Instructor
Black Belt white stripe in Tai-Jutsu
Over 10 years of training at SCMA. Enjoys teaching throws, joint locks, and the Hanbo. Political science student at CSUN.
Reed Lazo
Junior Senpai Instructor
Training for nearly a decade. Member of the Junior Senpai Leadership Program, aiming to teach discipline and compassion.
Jack Norland
Junior Senpai Instructor
Over six years of training at SCMA. Enjoys the freeform nature of the art. Rank of Re (text cut off).