Have my kids here. Love it. Essential for kids. Sets them up for life. Gotta make sure our babies…read moreare safe in this crazy world.

I started going to KBI about two years ago. I was looking for a place I could practice judo and be…read morecomfortable doing it, which can get tricky for any female in a male dominated sport. I tried out everyplace that offered judo in the city and wasn't happy. Almost giving up on finding the perfect dojo, I decided to pop into Kokushi Budo. It was an incredible first day and every day since has only gotten better. They were so welcoming. I was greeted by Sensei Andy who showed me the ropes and made sure I felt welcome and comfortable. He answered all of my questions and really helped me connect with the dojo. Sensei Shintaro Higashi is an unmatched Judoka in skill and finesse. He's an amazing teacher who all of us admire and can really look up to. I can honestly say that I feel safer in the streets of NYC from what I have learned from Sensei and everyone else at Kokushi. As my schedule allows, I sometimes make it early to class and wait as the kid's program finishes. Andy and Shintaro are easily the the best Sensei's I have ever seen with young people - they're outstanding role models and you can see how much they care for their students. KBI is not just a dojo, it's a family who cares about the success and well being of ALL its members. And that my friends is priceless.

This place is so great. Master Malick is a really down-to-earth guy and his family makes the place…read morethat much better. The studio has a great feeling of community, which is not always the case with some martial arts studios. A lot of times, martial arts studios have all sorts of money making schemes and you have to pay more and more as you advance. But, with Harlem Tae Kwon Do, you pay one set fee. The studio is not glistening and sparkling like some places, but it's got all the amenities, including a huge training room, a gym, two small locker rooms, one for men and one for women, and an area where kids can play. Master Malick's children are often there, too, so it's great for kids and adults who can't really leave their kids. As far as the feel of the place, you get to meet very giving and kind people from the neighborhood, while taking part in an activity that stimulates your mind and you body. If you want an intense workout, MWF is really good for adults. Then, early evenings is good for learning more of the blocks, kicks and punches. All in all, I highly recommend Harlem Tae Kwon Do.

Very pleased with Harlem Tae Kwon Do! Signed my daughter up last year and one of the best things…read moreshe's ever done. Friendly, family atmosphere, excellent instruction, and my daughter is excelling and advancing steadily. The combination of athleticism, valuable life skills, and enhancement to my child's safety and confidence is invaluable, and the plentiful after-school classes work perfectly with our schedules. One thing my daughter especially likes is abundant opportunity for sparring with others at her level (focused, with full equipment, completely safe). This provides a more active, engaging and effective kind of training, especially compared to other schools that don't do much sparring. High marks also to Master Fall and Master Cisse, fine teachers.

My name is Brother Kareem Abdullah I am a former New York City Police Officer, I was on the job for…read morealmost 25 years and now retired. I would like to say that Fight Back MMA is great for folks in law enforcement, there's nothing fancy about this art, it's an urban combat style of martial arts, you learn throwing, stricking, kicking, choking, joint-locking, hand to hand tactics, disarming weapons, weapon training, controlling your adversary as well as watching your back for other attackers, etc. It's great for officers in law enforcement who patrol the streets like I use to, the jails, and other places etc.

Located in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, West Side Taekwondo is one of the best taekwondo…read moreschools in the world. And it's not just because of its powerhouse competition program. It's because it's one of the few places where "taekwondo" still means "taekwondo". It's a place where people of all ages, size, and athletic ability can come to challenge themselves and achieve goals that they never thought they could achieve. Very few taekwondo schools can maintain an excellent traditional taekwondo program alongside an elite competition program; in fact, it's nearly impossible. However, West Side is able to seamlessly do both very well. Growing up, I was heavily competitive in taekwondo, and West Side taekwondo was one of those famous, well-known schools from New York City. It was the "place-to-be" and they had many great athletes and coaches. Later in life, I was lucky enough to have a chance to train at West Side on many occasions. They've always accepted me with open arms even though I was not a "regular" (because I lived 4 hours away), and I met many great people in a short period of time. It was during this time that I had a chance to experience the wonderful community that exists at West Side. The energy and the atmosphere inside and outside of class is unmatched. It doesn't matter if you're a 10-year-old kid, a 40-year-old beginner, or an Olympic athlete; you're always treated with respect and dignity, and you will be motivated to become the best person that you can be at West Side taekwondo.

Location just changed and the facility is amazing! We've been going to taekwondo at West Side…read moreTaekwondo for 4 years, and have always found the instruction and community to be excellent. We are excited about the new space and potential for comprtition

I've been training here for two years and love it. The professors, senseis and other BJJ students…read morehave become like family. I highly recommend the women's classes for any ladies who are interested in learning jiu jitsu but want a safe environment with friendly, encouraging partners.

We have been attending for just about a month. I enjoy how engaging the classes are. All the…read moreteachers have been kid and what I appreciate most, they keep my kid accountable. They encourage him and have been emotionally supporting my sons navigation through this new style of training.

Getting trained by Masters of the Martial Arts.Self defense classes are available. Master Linda…read moreRamzy brought me here to pick up her belt that was shipped in from China. This dojo is not very big but it doesn't have to be. There have been some powerful people coming thru these doors including Wesley T. Snipes. This place has been here for years. I'm sure it'll be here for many years to come.

Love the place! My son is thriving there. For the first time he is excited to go to an activity…read moreevery week!

I've been learning jiu jitsu here for the last 3 months, and the experience has far surpassed my…read moreexpectations. It's a very supportive and ego-free environment that's perfect for beginners. There are also a lot of advanced students who you can roll with if you're a more experienced practitioner. If you're looking to learn martial arts and you want a supportive environment to learn where people aren't going to make you feel like crap for being new to it, or if you just want to take your training to the next level, this really is your place. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ friendly.