Train Real
Self-Defense.
Become Unshakeable.
For 40+ years, Sensei Dave Hopkins has been teaching real-world Kung Fu San Soo, BJJ and kids martial arts in Riverside. Walk in nervous. Walk out family.
Three Disciplines. One Family.
Each program is built around real-world results — confidence, fitness, and authentic self-defense.
Adult Kung Fu San Soo
Traditional combat art. Real self-defense for real situations — no flashy nonsense.
Kids Martial Arts
Discipline, focus, anti-bullying & confidence. Parents notice the change in 2 weeks.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The gentle art. Ground game, leverage, and the most addictive workout you'll ever do.
What makes us different
Real Self-Defense
Kung Fu San Soo is a true combat art — not a sport. You learn what actually works when it matters.
Family Atmosphere
Parents, kids, teens and adults train side-by-side. Our students don't quit — they become friends for life.
Coaches Who Care
Sensei Dave and his black belts watch every student. You'll never be a number here.
Tournament Tested
Our students compete and win — but more importantly, they grow as people.
5-Star Reviewed
Hundreds of 5-star reviews across Google, Facebook and Yelp from real families.
Start in 1 Class
Walk in today — Sensei pairs you with someone the right level. No experience required.
What our students & parents say
"Sensei Dave was very detailed in his instruction. It's like a family with everyone coming together to learn, train, and have fun. Definitely will be back."
"Our son applied his teachings this week to defend himself. The Senseis' instruction is clear: walk away, tell them to stop — if they touch you, apply what you know. We are very proud of him."
"I've trained with Dave for 25 years. I've watched young and old people gain self-confidence, maturity and a real education in self-defense. You cannot put a price on those."
"A great place to learn self defense!"
"Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Trained there a long time and never once regretted going. Very safe place, teachers genuinely care."
"Dave is a true master of the art. I'm 51 now and I only wish I had done it 25 years ago. It has changed my life."
Four Decades of San Soo in Riverside.
Sensei Dave Hopkins has dedicated his life to Kung Fu San Soo — a centuries-old Chinese combat art rooted in real self-defense, not points or trophies. From the moment you walk in, you feel it: the respect, the family, the commitment to making everyone better.
Today our academy in Riverside serves students from Corona, Moreno Valley and beyond — kids as young as 5, adults of every age, parents training next to their children, and lifelong students who became coaches.
Meet Sensei Dave & the coachesWalk in this week.
Train for free.
Two free classes. No pressure. No contract. Just come see why our students stay for years.