Martial Arts Training Alliance

At United Martial Arts, we are dedicated to providing top-notch martial arts training to individuals of all ages and skill levels. With over 20 years of experience, our team of black belt instructors is committed to helping you achieve your goals, whether it's improving your physical fitness, building confidence, or learning self-defense techniques.

Our History

United Martial Arts has been the longest-running martial arts academy in Lakewood, serving the Long Beach/Lakewood/Cerritos areas for over two decades. Our experienced instructors have a deep understanding of the martial arts, with a combined total of over 20 years of teaching experience. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for our students, helping them to develop their skills and reach their full potential.

Our Services

Our martial arts academy offers a wide range of classes and services, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Karate, Muay Thai, and Summer Camp programs. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focus on grappling, throws, locks, and chokes, as well as street self-defense techniques. Our Karate classes blend traditional Chinese Kung-Fu, Japanese Karate, and other martial arts styles to provide a comprehensive and well-rounded training experience. Our Muay Thai classes offer a high-intensity workout, combining traditional Muay Thai techniques with modern conditioning methods. And our Summer Camp programs provide a fun and engaging way for children to stay active and learn new skills during their summer break.

Our Instructors

Our instructors are highly experienced and dedicated professionals, with a passion for teaching and sharing their knowledge with others. Sensei Vince Velez, our owner and chief instructor, has been actively teaching martial arts for over 20 years and holds a 5th-degree Master's Black Belt in Kempo Karate. Professor Roger Dalbianco, our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor, is a 3rd-degree Professor Black Belt under Rigan and Roger Machado, with multiple championship titles to his name. Our instructors are committed to providing personalized attention and guidance to each and every student, helping them to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Our Mission

At United Martial Arts, our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and challenging environment for our students to learn and grow. We believe that martial arts training can have a profound impact on one's life, improving physical fitness, building confidence, and teaching valuable life skills such as discipline, focus, and self-control. We are committed to helping our students develop their skills, reach their goals, and become the best version of themselves.