SwiftKick Martial Arts

Carlsbad, United States

4.9

Closed now

10 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 760-930-9300
Website:
www.swiftkickma.com
Address:
7040 Avenida Encinas Ste B107, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
b/t San Carlos & Poinsettia Ln
Carlsbad
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.6 miCarlsbad Poinsettia
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Today

Today 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Carlsbad) 05:07 Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday –
Saturday –
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

SwiftKick Martial Arts Carlsbad is a North San Diego Self-​Defense and Applied Martial Arts education program. Our unique training approach blends the best of mixed martial arts and combat self-​defense to teach a highly functional and dynamic martial arts system.

We gear our Carlsbad self defense classes to age groups ranging from Children’s martial arts to Adult self defense and MMA programs. Our Carlsbad mixed martial arts program integrates kickboxing, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling and martial arts for a practical application in real life settings that are proven to be safe, effective, and efficient in a self-​defense situation.

Our self defense training at our Carlsbad Studio is about integrating martial arts training to become a high performer in all aspects of life including business, fitness, education, and relationships. Essentially we are a Carlsbad fitness center and life coaching program geared to transform your life! We also have private, customized self defense training available to fit your needs.

History

Established in 2007.

SwiftKick Martial Arts was founded by Owner and Head Coach Brian Cowell in January 2007.

While attending graduate school at SDSU, Brian started teaching martial arts to kids at a church in the Rancho Bernardo area. Starting with about 25 students, the program more than doubled that year. In 2008, word of SwiftKick spread and Brian started a program in Carlsbad. In August of 2010, SwiftKick Martial Arts Rancho Bernardo moved into its own retail location. Three years later, SwiftKick Martial Arts Carlsbad moved into its own retail location in August of 2013. Now, SwiftKick Martial Arts serves over 270 martial arts and self defense students at both its locations.

SwiftKick is focused on changing lives through the power of martial arts and self defense. SwiftKick helps clients set and achieve personal goals and get results in their martial arts training, in their personal health and wellness, and in their personal and professional life endeavors.

Meet the Business Owner

Brian C.

Business Owner

Brian Cowell, SwiftKick’s founder and head teacher is a licensed Trainer with the International Crazy Monkey Defense Program as well as a Fourth Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. Training in several styles of martial arts for over 18 years he has blended the best of mixed martial arts and combat self-​defense to create the Applied Martial Arts system.

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10 reviews of SwiftKick Martial Arts

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Place rating: 5
Oceanside, CA
We signed up in July at my daughters school for this program initially. We decided to continue classes at their regular location because my daughter had been learning so much. She is a soft spoken, shy little one and definitely needed a class or two on self defense and confidence. Mr Smith and his team are incredible with my daughter and keep class fun and interesting every single session. Thank you Swiftkick for all you do. We will be in your classes for years to come!!!
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
I started training with Swift Kick about 4 months ago. The staff is amazing and it is an extremely good work out. It helps me with both my fitness goals as well as helping me to get a baseline in self defense. I have also signed my 3 children up and all of them love it.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
My son began attending Swiftkick as a 4 year old. He is now six and still loves each class and looks forward to attending. Brian and his team are first class. They are consistent and teach the kids great values and life lessons along with physical fitness and technique. The studio feels like a family and embraces new members as much as old. The best thing for parents is the kids learn to apply values such as responsiblity and self-​control at home as well as in class. My son has gained so much from Swiftkick we plan to continue training for a long time.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
We have had the best experience at Swiftkick. The instructors are so great with children and amazing teachers. This martial arts program not only teaches self defense in a practical way it gives children self confidence! They also focus on teaching perseverance, focus, respect and self control. There is a true level of care and intent for each child that enters the program. My son has been attending for nearly 2 years and he has improved in more ways then I would have imagined from a martial arts class!
Place rating: 4
Carlsbad, CA
I started training MMA when a friend invited me to try out the Champion class in Carlsbad about a year and 4 months ago. At first, I was committed to the classes for the short membership and then I started to see so many benefits in other areas of my life.
I learned:
–The things I say inside my head matter. It is important to focus on the positive and coach my body into alignment with the skills i’m working on instead of the things I have not yet mastered.
–The ways I engage or disengage from the various ranges also are seen in the ways I confront or handle hard situations in life
–Expressing my needs and communicating what I need help at will always advance me to the next level
–My body loves the modules where we have a lot of high intensity workouts in short bits, i like grounding and focusing on my breath.
–When I am unable to train, I really miss the release of energy and the physical benefits of a good workout and my training partners.
–and more…
What have you got to lose? Maybe you’ll learn many other things in addition to have a great workout and training experience too! You’ll love the coaches and interactions at either location but i’m biased of course to Carlsbad :)
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
My kids love coming karate! My daughter started at the age of 3 and is now 6 ½. She even broke her first board at 3 years old. My son started at 4 and is now 8 ½ years old. They are always learning new techniques while perfecting the previously learned ones. They spend a portion of class learning/​reinforcing good behavior which has been extremely beneficial. Brian is always willing to help with any issues kids are having outside of class. No matter how many other sports or activities we have, we always find a way to continue with karate. All of the instructors are very committed to the kids improving, feeling welcomed, and part of the team.
Place rating: 5
Oceanside, CA
My two girls love this place. For safety, I believe this training will be invaluable at some point in their life. Brian is a great teacher and the kids in the class are all great. You can’t go wrong with this martial arts class.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
My son has been at Swiftkick for almost a year. He started when they had a special at his school and liked it so much, he wanted to continue. Brian and his team are great with the kids. My sons confidence has soared. He’s learning self-​defense, respect, and discipline while getting a great martial arts workout. I would highly recommend Swiftkick!
Place rating: 5
Oceanside, San Diego, CA
My boys have been at Swiftkick just over a year now. One begged to start, and the other was reluctant, but both love it now. They have both grown leaps and bounds in their confidence, self control, and perseverance. Highly recommend this program.
Place rating: 5
Murrieta, CA
Can’t say enough good thing about this place. If you want to learn how to protect yourself or get in shape and have a great time doing to go here.