I have been training here for several months and it is by far the best jiu jitsu academy I have…read moreexperienced. The instruction is extremely professional, structured, and consistent. There are multiple highly skilled black belts who are actively involved in teaching, and the level of technical detail and attention given to students is impressive. As a woman, feeling comfortable and respected in a martial arts environment is very important to me, and this gym absolutely delivers. The atmosphere is welcoming, supportive, and focused on learning real, practical self-defense skills. The instructors take the time to ensure students understand techniques properly, and safety and discipline are clearly a priority. The culture here is very positive -- everyone is friendly, helpful, and genuinely interested in improving together. Whether you are a beginner or experienced practitioner, you feel encouraged and challenged in the best way. They also have a fantastic kids program that emphasizes confidence, respect, and strong fundamentals in a structured environment. If you are looking for high-quality Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction with experienced black belts, a respectful atmosphere, and a strong sense of community, I highly recommend training here. I am very glad I chose this academy and look forward to continuing my training here long-term.

This gym has been a home away from home for the past 3.5 years…read more The atmosphere is very friendly, people encourage and support each other, and everyone gets a ton of individual attention. Whatever you are looking to learn - competition skills, self-defense, or fundamentals - there are people here passionate about sharing it.

I studied under Mr Lee from some where around 1972 to 1987 . I took time off to start a family …read more Mr Lee was a great mentor and friend . It was an honor to know him . I do miss his smile along with all the comradery of the students in class . Mr Lee truly did love his students . You could see it in the warmth of his demeanor .

We held my daughter's birthday party here today. From the information-gathering stage, to cleaning…read moreup at the end, the entire process was seamless. All of the staff at The Academy are professional, kind and friendly. They were so wonderful with the kids today and made sure that nothing was forgotten. They found out my daughter's theme and even went above and beyond and purchased Minecraft plates, napkins and tablecloths: An amazing touch! Cutting the cake with a real samurai sword might have been the icing on the cake, of course only after defeating the Jedi master in a light saber battle in the dark! Top notch!! Our youngest is already asking to do his party there next year! We can't wait to see the new space when they move!!

This place is Mind blowing!!! So much Fun! Great…read moreInstructor's! I have gained confidence and strength in my mind and body... I keep coming back for more! Thank you

My daughters attended here. Great option for kids to have freedom to choose on jujutsu karate and…read moreso much more even back to back if they like.

This is my son's 6th year taking karate and martial arts instruction under Sensei Tonya's…read moreleadership and we are thrilled with her and her dedication to her students. It's not just a business, but a big family and Sensei Tonya and her team have a deep commitment and dedication to each of their students as well as a strong, genuine interest in the student's martial arts development, as well as their personal development. The leadership at Shield Martial Arts not only strives to teach their students a strong foundation in Martial Arts, but their concentration in Stranger Danger, Techniques and ongoing discussions about bullying and their Self Defense instruction helps to set this unique school and dojo apart. We've known Sensei Tonya since our son was 3 years old and over the years my son, as well as my husband and I, have made some wonderful lifelong friendships with wonderful kids and families, as well as with the staff at Shield Martial Arts. I always believe that it takes a village to raise a child and the good people at Shield Martial Arts are considered our village!

From the owner: Krav Maga Self Defense, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Fitness Kickboxing, Children's Self Defense, Youth…read moreBully Defense, Youth Character Development, Martial Arts

In the past six months ISG has totally transformed and dramatically improved not only my MMA skills…read morebut my entire life. The brotherhood of ISG embraces you to a comfort and understanding level which is extremely conducive for the betterment of your fighting skills and human personality traits. Thanks to ISG today I am a much better individual than I was just six months ago. As I am the oldest member of ISG (at 50yrs) and the wisest (lol). heed this testimonial. Become part of the ISG family. We welcome all. Come and improve and discover the real you.

I've been training in martial arts for 15 years and have attended many different dojos and gyms and…read morehave learned from a variety of instructors over that career. Inner Strength Gym is different. When you walk in the door and you see the walls, the mats and the bags you know that this gym is different. Whether you walk in on a Tuesday night after work or Sunday morning before your day starts you are at Inner Strength Gym because of what it does to you. MMA gyms all over have cool names but they are names that don't mean anything. They are names that are simply meant to pull you in the door and hopefully will look cool on a shirt. Inner strength is something everyone has and it is something people need help remembering they have sometimes. Inner Strength Gym does this, it makes you a stronger person. I'm sure any gym you go to and jump on the treadmill and pump some iron will give you some strength but it cannot give you what you get at a place like Inner Strength Gym. Those walls test you. The mats and bags test you. Your sparring partners tests you and you will have to test yourself. This is not for the weak of heart. What we do makes you push yourself harder and farther than people would do by themselves. You work to find your limits and then you work past them. Anyone who thinks they are too "fill in your story" I can tell you you're wrong. Inner Strength is home to middle school, high school and college students as wells as fighters and trainers from all over New England. There are 30, 40 and 50 year olds who walk through those doors every week and walk out happier people and better people than when they walked in. As a practitioner and trainer for MMA fighters and a teacher of different styles of martial arts, Greg Swanson runs on of the best gyms in New England and has one of the best groups who train at his gym. I hope that people can find it in themselves to come down, walk through those doors and see the walls, the mats and the bags and see in Inner Strength Gym what I have. There is more in you than you think. Matt K.

My daughter LOVES Tae San! She is part of the after-care program, and also trains at this facility…read more The after-care program is amazing. The staff is top notch, they have endless games and activities they do with the kids, including archery! The fact that they also cover school vacation and early dismissal days make the lives of working parents SO much easier. The Taekwondo is great- taught by Mr. L and black belts. The kids are taught respect and self control, and it's hysterical to watch them shouting and counting in Korean. I can't say enough about this academy. We are looking forward to their summer camp program as well- and they just started kickboxing classes for adults!

From the owner: Tae San has been serving the community for 20 years. We are a licensed day care facility, martial…read morearts and yoga studio now offering kickboxing and birthday parties as well. Proudly helping people reach their potential for 20 years.