Business Details
9 Years
experience
Martial Arts Training for All Ages in San Gabriel
Silanoe Martial Arts was founded in 2017 by Professor Gino Silanoe, a lifelong martial artist with over 25 years of experience. Our academy provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Submission Wrestling programs for children, teens, and adults in San Gabriel, California. We emphasize character development, discipline, and practical self-defense skills in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Our instructors hold advanced black belts and competitive accolades, including Dutch National ADCC Championship titles.We serve families from San Marino, Alhambra, Temple City, Rosemead, Monterey Park, Arcadia, and Pasadena. Our curriculum blends technical precision with safety-focused training, offering beginner-friendly classes that build confidence, physical fitness, and mental resilience. With flexible scheduling and free trial classes, we make martial arts accessible to all experience levels. Our facility features free parking, clean training spaces, and a supportive community that fosters growth both on and off the mat.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Kids Martial Arts
Private Training
Submission Wrestling
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of martial arts expertise with certified black belt instructors.
- Our programs combine Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Submission Wrestling techniques.
- We provide age-specific classes for children, teens, and adults of all skill levels.
- Our academy maintains a welcoming, non-corporate environment with free trial options.
- We serve San Gabriel Valley communities with convenient parking and flexible scheduling.
What people say
Confidence-building programs
Patient instructors
Welcoming community
Improved discipline
Supportive environment
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches leverage-based techniques for ground control and submissions. Our program develops physical coordination, mental strategy, and self-defense capabilities through structured lessons. Students train in both gi and no-gi formats while progressing through IBJJF-certified belt ranks.
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Muay Thai combines punches, kicks, knees, and elbow strikes with Dutch Kickboxing's aggressive combinations. This high-intensity workout improves cardiovascular fitness while teaching practical striking techniques. Classes emphasize proper form, partner drills, and controlled sparring for all experience levels.
Kids Martial Arts
Our children's martial arts classes build discipline, focus, and confidence through age-appropriate techniques. The curriculum balances fun activities with fundamental skill development, teaching respect and perseverance while improving physical coordination and self-defense awareness.
Private Training
Personalized martial arts instruction tailors training to individual goals and skill levels. Private sessions allow focused attention on specific techniques, competition preparation, or accelerated learning paths. Available for both children and adults seeking customized instruction.
Submission Wrestling
Submission Wrestling focuses on ground techniques without traditional gi uniforms. This program combines elements from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and sambo to develop effective grappling skills. Training emphasizes positional control, transitions, and submission techniques in a competitive yet collaborative environment.
People
Professor Gino Silanoe
Head Instructor & Owner
Professor Gino brings 25+ years of martial arts expertise, holding 2nd degree black belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, and Japanese Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu. A Dutch National ADCC Champion, he opened Silanoe Martial Arts in 2017 to create a welcoming training environment in San Gabriel.
Questions
Can I try a class before committing?
Yes, we offer free trial classes for all our programs to help you experience our training environment before joining.
Are classes suitable for complete beginners?
Absolutely. Our curriculum accommodates all experience levels, with specific beginner programs and patient instructors.
What should I wear for my first class?
For BJJ, wear athletic shorts and a t-shirt; for Muay Thai, bring gloves and hand wraps if possible.
Do you offer family discounts?
Yes, we provide family rate plans to make martial arts training accessible for multiple family members.
Is sparring required in classes?
Sparring is optional and always supervised, with safety emphasized for all participants regardless of experience level.
What are your class schedules?
We offer evening classes Monday-Thursday, Friday evenings, and Saturday mornings to accommodate various schedules.
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