Oyama Karate is a wonderful balance of learning the physical and spiritual aspects of Karate. To…read morefind such an amazing art combined with superb instruction is an opportunity not to miss. Shihan Sakataka, is a wonderful instructor for all levels. He takes pride in his instruction and his students. I felt right at home as soon as I entered the dojo for the first time.

wow! can't believe this is the first review. I went to this…read moredojo for over 6-7 years and it was a sad day when I moved to NYC and had to leave. Shihan Sakataka is an amazing and patient instructor. He's not the most talkative person, but he teaches very methodically and has a great understated sense of humor. In particular, he is amazing with kids (my little sister trained with him for many years and eventually got her black belt). Shihan really lives and breathes Karate. I've trained in several different martial art schools since then and I now think this is one of the best in terms of instructor, fellow members and general morale.

If you've ever wanted to try capoeira, this is the place to do it. The instructors are top-notch…read more(knowledgable and personable) and the studio is spacious and well-located. There are students of all levels and everyone is friendly and encouraging. You will get a serious workout and have a lot of fun!

Such a good class. I had a lot of fun, learned some music, and didn't even realize how good of a…read moreworkout I was getting until I felt how sore I was the next day.

I've practiced Shorinji Kempo for over 15 years. It has a great mix of hard (kicks, punches,…read moreblocks, etc) and soft (throws, releases, locks, etc) techniques as well as a deep philosophical study which includes meditation and a form of massage therapy. It works well for all body types and ages, which was appealing from the start. There is always something new and deeper to learn, especially with the variety of students in class. This dojo is very lucky to have an instructor from Japan who has studied for many years, alongside instructors from Japan and the U.S. My training has been invaluable for my health and life, and brought with it great friends, an extra bonus.

My health has been improved by this practice :) also it will help you in your daily life physically…read moreand mentally. It makes your mind clear and everybody can do it . You can contact them to just watch the class or trial free in first time.

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.

Started coming last fall shortly after this location opened. I had previously trained in taekwondo…read morefor 7-8 years in St. Louis, and then for one year at Jae H. Kim's school in Boston, so it was important to me that I find an instructor who had a lot of experience and really understood traditional taekwondo. Master Kim is the real deal. He is personally teaching all the classes (except for the rare occasions when he is teaching a master class elsewhere.) He's one of the OG Korean instructors who understands the art, the reasons for why moves are a certain way, and is really good at explaining things and giving feedback. Super thankful to have found the school. The community of students is great as well! Everyone is polite, respectful, and helpful to each other.

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My 8 year old son Glenn has been going to Oyama Karate for the past several months and he loves it…read morethere! The sensei is very patient and attentive and children-friendly. He goes out of the way to create a real family feline, even having holiday parties and get togethers. Good mix of agers and there is plenty of controlled contact right away. The studio is in an old beat up warehouse on Northern Blvd, but the studios are large, clean and spacious. Plenty of street parking available and the $80 monthly rate is very reasonable! Highly recommended for all ages!

My instructor from GenjoKoan Karate in NYC took us here for a day of training and sparring. This…read moreplace is super awesome with really skilled people at all levels. Shihan Takao is a master of his art. The dojo is easy to locate but the door up to the dojo is a little mysterious lol but once you find out how to get into the place it is great. Spacious matted flooring. Overall a great experience for our style to train with them.

Whatever martial art you learn, in my opinion, they're all good. What it comes down to for me is…read morehow it fits my personality and natural abilities and most importantly who the teacher is. When I want to do something that i plan to dedicate 110% of my time and effort to, I do my homework. I found Sifu Militano after trying out 4 other Wing Chun classes. I found him to be a sincere man who is very passionate about the art and even more passionate in teaching you Wing Chun. And in exactly the way his teacher taught him. I also like (and respect) the students in his class. I am proud to call them my "kung fu" brothers. Especially his most advanced, dedicated students. They too are very sincere, kind and willing to help you if you are willing to learn and train (hard!). They are direct reflections of Sifu Militano's training and teachings. Sifu Militano will put in the amount of effort to teaching you, equal to the amount of effort you are willing to put into your training. He's a great instructor and a marvelous human being.

I've been studying Wing Chun with Sifu Michael Militano for about a year now and I am completely…read moreaddicted. Sifu is absolutely amazing, not only in his unmatched technique but also in his teaching style and ability to connect with and motivate students. The school is a great community. I found a new family here when I moved to NY. Everyone is friendly and willing to help you understand the drills and improve your technique. I feel like I've improved a lot in a year and became more fit, in general. I recommend it enthusiastically to anyone who wants to learn Wing Chun. He teaches from beginners to very advanced students of all ages. The prices are more than fair at 150$ per month for 2 sometimes 3 classes a week. Check out his website http://www.militanowingchun.com/. He is now also offering classes in Brooklyn.

I've been here since Jan 2012. My journey with Mike and the crew has been great. New facility same…read moreauthentic Gracie Jiu Jitsu. If you want to learn how to truly defend yourself, get in the best shape of your life come down and check out Gracie Jiu Jitsu New York.

Signed the family up to take classes at the Relson Gracie Academy on Tremont avenue and I can tell…read moreyou that coaches Mike and Rich are both great. Mike Casey is the head coach/owner and an old school Gracie guy.. as real as it gets.. a black belt under Relson Gracie.. super knowledgeable and a great motivator with a no nonsense demeanor. As a beginner I can tell the that the core/fundamental program is awesome.. It is real authentic Gracie Jiu-jitsu.. real combat/ street self defense. The Core program can honestly be done wearing no gi as it is all about real world scenarios, real Gracie style street combat that could save your life. Some schools have gotten away from original Gracie Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and focus entirely on "sport Jiu-jitsu" which has tons of rules and is all about getting points in tournaments.. this is not that school.. although some of the guys do compete.. The blue and higher ranking belts in the school are also very helpful and a great group of guys. Another great thing is that Mike gives you the lesson plan for the whole year, so you know exactly what to expect every class.. The facility is always clean, floor and wall padding always clean, two bathrooms, water fountain etc.. and I always find street parking. The kids program is great for the little ones learning to grapple and is primarily a bully defense program. It is very safe as they are not allowed to do submissions until they reach teenage years and enter the adult program. Overall highly recommended