My son has been a student since January. I have seen him blossom in skill and confidence. Both…read moreinstructors are intentional about creating a loving community among the kids and in response, the kids in the school genuinely cheer each other on toward achieving personal excellence. In addition to strong taekwondo instruction, I have been impressed by how the instructors nurture each child and spur them on to work hard and do their very best. This has been a completely positive experience for our family and I look forward to continuing on for a very long time.

Our son has attended the Shido-Kan Karate school for about a year and a half, and we have to say…read morethat Sensei Mitch is just great. He pushes the kids to be better and considers their experience level when matching the kids up for Fight Club or sparring. He encourages the kids to push themselves, and some might be offended that he's tough, but that's exactly what we wanted so that our son can train appropriately. Bullies are everywhere, and we want our son to get the right kind of training so that he becomes physically and mentally tough and can defend himself, but at the same time use his skills responsibly as Sensei Mitch teaches. My son started as the shortest kid in the class and Sensei Mitch kept pushing him to be better, and matched him up with bigger kids within a belt or two of his experience level. My son enjoyed his experience and continued to look forward to each class as development opportunities (and just plain fun). If the kids are too mismatched, then Sensei Mitch instructs the more experienced kid to just defend themselves and not overwhelm the less experienced students. Some people might be offended by this approach, but it makes sense to me and offers a challenge to the less experienced kids to get better. I've seen Sensei Mitch responsibly encourage the kids to do better and stops the various fights to give a demonstration of what could have been done better or to offer advice on technique. The Oakland review below was a little surprising to me as it seems very off in perspective (and not even the parent!). We videotape our son's fights/sparring/katas to show him what he's doing and to allow him to learn from his experience; and other parents do the same for their kids. We've seen Sensei Mitch discipline kids (even my son has been disciplined numerous times -- push ups, run laps --and now fidgets less in class and pays attention more), but we've not seen it done inappropriately for all the time our son attended. I get it that some people might be offended by some of his teasing, but get a grip. If you have an eggshell personality or particularly PC, life is going to be very tough on you (and likewise your kid). Everything Sensei Mitch does seems appropriate to toughen the kids, and many have stayed with him for many years. Even then, Sensei Mitch reminds the kids that they are learning a valuable skill but need to use it responsibly even if the other kids tease them (and also to remind the kids to thank their parents for the opportunity to learn Karate). "Don't you ever be the bully, but be ready to defend yourself if the other kid throws the first punch." Now what parent wouldn't want their kid to learn these valuable skills so that their child grow up able to responsibly defend themselves (and have a fun time sparring with other kids to hone their skills)? We highly recommend that parents check out the Shido-Kan Karate school in Mahwah, and watch the Fight Club sessions on Friday evenings.

When we moved to New Jersey, I was looking for a sport that would help build confidence and…read morediscipline in my son who's not the traditional athletic type. Definitely found it at Shido-Kan Karate. Sensei Mitch is tough in a way that makes kids feel proud and accomplished when they get things right--and determined to work harder when they get things wrong. Not going to lie, he's very tough! I was wondering if my sensitive, emotional son could handle the critiques. Not only can he handle it, but he's shown immense personal growth in learning to navigate challenges and raise expectations. He leaves every class feeling stronger. I also think it's helped him to deal with some bullying at school. I'm very happy he's sticking with karate at Shido-Kan.

Master Lee in 3 months We have Bought our daughter here has been a very positive effect on her,…read moreplus she enjoys the Classes and the Hard work The Master Lee has challenged them very well to accomplish and also remembering to tell them that's its OK To fail And encourages them to do become and become the best version of themselves Thus far she enjoys the class very much..

Master Ho lee's Tae Kwon Do instills self-discipline and respect to their students. He also works…read morehard in implementing skills of agility, balance and basic self-defense while working on their confidence and attitude. At the beginning my son Abel was shy, timid, and had a bit of attitude at school. In a matter of 2 months or less my sons attitude began to improve tremendously; he is now a leader in his classroom. He enjoys assisting his teachers and helping his peers. Tae Kwon do has really helped achieve all of his academic goals and it has also helped him improve tremendously in his OT program. His confidence and agility have sky rocket. He is super confident and his attitude Not only has Master Ho lee helped him blossom academically; he has also improve in swimming class and other sports. He is now able to swim alone and be confident while doing so. He is eager to try new things and be challenged. We are extremely grateful to enter this program and we cannot thank Master Ho lee enough. Highly recommend!

Amazing place amazing teacher knows how to deal with all kind of children 10 out of 10 highly…read morerecommend

Great place to get your child going in the route to learning karate. Sensei is a very caring and…read morepatient individual and really puts his practice in motion when class starts. Parking is limited to the street and you have to feed the meter until 7pm. The school has a six week $135 special with uniform included before you want to commit.

We signed my son up at Fairlawn TKD after doing trial classes in a few area schools. Master Yoon…read morewas the best fit for him. He is great with kids and people in general and knows how to push them in the right ways to instill confidence, push to achieve, etc. He also commands respect, but in a way that kids are receptive to. We liked it so much that I signed up and have been going since last October. Pricing is fair and competitive with other schools and there are enough classes to accommodate most schedules (pre COVID, but they are doing their best with options during this time as well). Highly recommended!

We are always amazed by Fair Lawn Taekwondo. My children are always eager to come for their…read morelessons. My son recently celebrated his 8th birthday, the party was held in our backyard, with a special guest. . . Master Yoon! My son was overcome with joy to see his favorite martial art instructor. Fair Lawn Taekwondo made my son's birthday something he will never forget! I highly recommend.

Educating, teaching, loving environment. Amazing instructor. I highly recommend this place. As a…read moreparent looking to find a place with personal growth in mind and motor skills improvement the with discipline and care, I am completely pleased. Very flexible hours and and not complicated make up lessons make our scheduling easier. I highly recommend.

I've been taking my son here for almost 4 years. I could not be happier with the Masters and staff.read more

I had always wanted to take a martial arts class and when I was ready to do so, I did some research…read moreand found that there was a very reputable gym close by. I could have taken the 30-day free trial, but after one class, I decided to join for a full year and have just recently re-signed for another. Up until this time I have concentrated on jiu jitsu but will be adding kickboxing shortly. For those contemplating whether to join, Training Grounds is an excellent destination for a number of reasons. As with any new venture, there is always the intimidation factor, but immediately, the friendly demeanor of both the staff and students put me at ease. Master Wil does a great job of putting training plans together and after demonstrating a move, works with every training pair to provide input, encouragement, and helpful tips. His enthusiasm is evident and his teaching skills are top notch. Along with Wil, the support staff has been excellent as well. Over the past year, I have trained with many different guys (and girl) and everyone has been great. Regardless of experience and skill level, everyone is willing to help each other to further their knowledge and improve their techniques. This is a product of Wil cultivating a family environment at the gym. When I first joined, my goal was to learn to better defend myself and get into better shape. My flexibility, strength, and cardio certainly improved and as part of a healthy lifestyle, has helped me drop 25 lbs and 7% body fat. If you are looking for a gym or are on the fence about joining, stop in and check it out. You won't be disappointed.

Solid BJJ gym with a welcoming atmosphere. Coach Wil is a knowledgeable instructor who explains…read moretechniques clearly and makes sure everyone understands what's going on, regardless of experience level. Classes are well-structured, and there's a good balance between instruction and live rolling. People here are respectful and focused on learning. Overall, a great place to train whether you're new to BJJ or have some experience already.

AMPED MMA is by far the most motivating environment I've ever been in. The classes are jam packed…read morewith actives to help train the body and mind. The instructor is very knowledgeable and patient, and truly wants to see you succeed. I particularly attend the Muay Thai classes 3 times a week and have been doing so for the past 6 months. I have seen a major improvement in my physique and over all health thanks to these classes. I would 100% recommend this class to anyone who is interested in working hard to lose weight, get in shape, or learn more about the practice of martial arts. I will say, these classes are for the dedicated and attending one will help you gauge your own dedication to your goal. The instructor can only motivate and help you so much, but you will need to do the rest. So make sure you show up, put in the work, and I guarantee you'll leave every class feeling stronger than the last.

Master John is the best. He runs classes for all ages. He cares about each and every one of his…read morestudents. My son looks forward to each class he attends because Master John makes it fun and entertaining.