Confidence Dojo is Fremont's most trusted martial arts school — KUKKIWON-certified training in Taekwondo, Karate, Krav Maga, and more. Kids age 4 through adults. No experience needed.
Every student. Every goal. Every belt. We're here every step of the way.
Confidence Dojo has been transforming Bay Area families for over 50 years under Chief Master Grant Tabuchi — an 8th Degree Black Belt, KUKKIWON Master, and internationally certified instructor whose students have gone on to become doctors, leaders, and champions. The school's mission has never changed: build the kind of confidence that holds up in the real world, earned one class at a time through real training, real standards, and a community that shows up for each other.
Founder & Chief Master · 8th Degree Black Belt · KUKKIWON Master
Chief Master Grant Tabuchi is an 8th Degree Black Belt with 54 years of martial arts experience and the founder of Confidence Dojo. Internationally certified by KUKKIWON, he is authorized to issue black belts recognized worldwide — a credential held by only a small fraction of martial arts instructors in the country. He built this school around a single question: how do you build real dedication without the trauma of how old schools taught it? Generations of Fremont families have lived the answer.
We don't just teach Taekwondo & Martial Arts — we build better people.
Students earn every belt by demonstrating real technique — we don't hand out ranks. With a 4.8-star Google rating and 52 years in Fremont, our standards speak for themselves.
From young kids to adults, complete beginners to returning martial artists — everyone feels at home at Confidence Dojo. This is a family, not just a gym.
Parents and students report improvements in focus, confidence, and discipline within the first 30–60 days. Our structured curriculum ensures every student progresses at every level.
Something for everyone — from toddlers to adults, beginners to competitors.
Where confidence starts. Our Tiny Tigers program introduces the youngest students to Taekwondo and Karate in a structured, age-appropriate environment designed to channel energy into focus, build listening skills, and give children their first taste of real achievement. Students learn basic kicks, stances, and movements — and leave every class a little more ready for the world.
Building dedication through skill — and having fun doing it. Kids in this program train in Karate, Taekwondo, Boxing, and more, progressing through a belt curriculum that demands real competence at every level. The results show up everywhere: better grades, more confidence, stronger friendships. Students have been known to train here from age 7 all the way to medical school.
Training for life — because everyone needs confidence. Teens and adults train together in Taekwondo, Karate, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, and more. Classes are challenging without being intimidating, competitive without being cutthroat. Students who train here don't just get fit — they develop the kind of calm, self-assured presence that changes how they carry themselves everywhere else.
Three easy steps to your first class — no experience required.
Click the button below or call us at (510) 490-8300 to reserve your free intro session at a time that works for you.
Arrive in comfortable workout clothes. We'll give you a tour, introduce you to the team, and guide you through your first class.
If you love it — and you will — we'll find the perfect program and membership that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
No commitment. No experience needed. Just show up.
Rated 4.8 from 31+ reviews on Google
"Both my kids have been going to MAA for close to 10 years now, starting their journey as white belt members to now being CIT-instructors in training. Dedication to the art form is very visible in the teaching style that both Master T and Master Fong display in their class. There are multiple times when they have conducted extra sessions at no additional cost to ensure that all the concepts are perfectly embedded in the students. Going to this academy has not only ensured that my kids learned a very valuable life skill of protecting themselves but also taught them valuable skills of patience, perseverance and leadership to use in their life ahead."
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"After training at Martial Arts America for 13+ years, I can confidently say the skills I've learned as a student are skills I'll be using for a lifetime. Martial Arts has become a part of who I am, and it's thanks to the guidance and encouraging attitude from Master T and Master Fong that I have grown into the person I need to be in order to succeed in life. I feel a strong sense of support from the instructors at the school, and felt extremely prepared for all the tournaments and testings I participated in. There is no other martial arts school I'd recommend — this one tops everything else!"
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"I've been training at Martial Arts America for 10 years, and it's been an incredible journey. Over the years, I've not only developed tournament-winning Taekwondo skills but also grown into a confident leader. The training has given me the assurance that I can handle any situation that comes my way. Beyond the physical skills, the sense of community here is unmatched — I've built strong relationships and always have support when I need advice or guidance. Highly recommend this studio for anyone looking to grow both mentally and physically!"
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"This has got to be one of the best places to learn Martial Arts! When I first joined I had been hopping through many different sports to find what fitted me. I was shy and didn't have much confidence. This place welcomed me with open arms and even though I haven't been here very long, the coaches made it very comforting. I not only learned many physical skills and gained lots of exercise, I also learned life skills. It changed my mindset and the way I act completely for the better. I would say the discipline and my sense of decision making has improved increasingly. The coaches are amazing and are here to help you through every step of the way. I am so grateful for making this place my 2nd home and highly recommend it! Thank you to Master T and Master Fong for helping me throughout my journey."
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"My son has been learning Taekwondo for the last 6 years. Master T and Master Fong are great teachers. I really appreciate their patience while teaching little kids. Last month my son received 2nd degree recommended black belt. They always encourage kids to perform. It's the best school in Fremont."
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