My girlfriend and I have been training here for almost a year now and we've thoroughly enjoyed our…read moreexperience. Neither of us had any experience with Muay Thai before but we were up for the physical and mental challenge of learning something new. They do offer a trial class for you to go and see if you like the atmosphere and the sport itself. I would highly recommend doing a few private lessons to really master some basics that you can then implement in the class. That's what we did, we did private lessons weekly for close to 3 months before enrolling in the classes themselves. Im glad that we did that as I felt much more knowledgeable and comfortable going into class and knowing what I needed to work on to improve. The people that work there are wonderful and the students are great too! Everyone is very inviting and friendly which I think is important for a new person stepping into an atmosphere, that from the outside, might look intimidating. If you're considering a martial art to try Muay Thai is fun and an intense workout! But they do also offer BJJ, I do not practice this so cannot personally touch on it, but I have friends who do those classes and they love them! All in all, it's a great facility with amazing people making it a fun experience, intense training session, all for an affordable price. You're missing out if you don't at least look into Hinds!

If I could give it negative stars I would. Absolute toxic environment, I was sparring with one of…read morethe Muay Thai trainers named Brian, it was going good, nice and control and then out of nowhere he tried to knockout me out but thankfully I blocked it. I didn't know how to react at the moment. Also, the jui-jitsu trainer named Kyle is just absolute trash, does not know how to talk to people and got very mad at me and started having a personal vendetta towards me cause I didn't give him a handshake and I recently found he actually went to prison. When I DMed the hinds combat admin about this they didn't do anything about it. I went to their other place in Midtown and the owner Sean actually kicked me out for calling out the BS. I asked for my money back and he refused, it escalated to him getting in my face where I pushed him back and one of the other trainers named Dom came out of nowhere and sucker punched me. I reported him to the police and he left in handcuffs. Sean I think showed how trash and ignorant he is along with the rest of the place. I wouldn't recommend this place to someone who wants quality training

Class are great but beware of the contract. It is very restrictive and in favor of Tiger J…read moreTaekwondo. Classes have to be purchased by package of 100 or 300 that you pay over 1 or 3 years. If you do not finish all your classes by the end of the payment plan, you are losing them. I was told afterward that there is an obscure freezing policy that you should use when your child is not able to attend for a prolonged period of time but this was never mentioned to me before neither in writing or orally even when my child could not attend for month because of an injury. Problem was finally solved and we got an extension but it was not easy and I was told that they are doing me a favor and I should be happy.

We really enjoyed Tiger J Taekwondo. My son started practicing Taekwondo here when he was 5 years…read moreold. He escaped almost everything (such as music soccer, basket ball, cooking even other Taekwondo class in upper east side), except Tiger J Taekwondo. What I really like about here is that Masters are 100% engaged with kids during the class. They are so considerate, passionate and encouraging. I love how Master OK is full of love and energy, very fun and caring. He even called us during the pandemic to check how kids are doing. I love Master Hyuk for his amazing technic to bring crying kids back to Dojan. It's magical. He listen, he set up the smaller goal and very supportive. He has amazing Taekwondo technics and his form is beautiful. Master Wu is also fantastic. My older son has ADHD, and has focus issue. I think he improved a lot thanks to this special place and extraordinary Masters. I can not recommend this place enough. We moved out of the city during the pandemic, and now my two boys continue Taekwondo in different Dojan. We still miss Tiger J, and very thankful that we could spend time with them. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I will give them million starts.

Highly recommended for children and adults! City Jiu Jitsu Academy is an incredible place to train…read morewhether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner. Professors Danny and Royce are both exceptionally knowledgeable and technical. Both professors are black belts with an amazing lineage and have trained extensively at the world renowed Renzo Gracie Academy (i.e., the Blue Basement) in Manhattan. They have a remarkable ability to break down even the most complex jiu-jitsu techniques into easy-to-understand concepts, making learning accessible for everyone. The academy is fantastic for children, offering a supportive and safe environment for kids to learn jiu-jitsu. Beyond the physical benefits, training helps kids build confidence, discipline, and resilience. For adults (male and female), whether you're just starting or you've been training for years, City Jiu Jitsu Academy has something for everyone. The professors cater to different skill levels, and the community is incredibly welcoming. It's a perfect place to challenge yourself and grow in your jiu-jitsu journey. The facility is exceptionally clean, has a large reception and mat space, private shower rooms, mens & women's locker rooms, and is conveniently located steps from the Vernon Jackson 7 train stop. Don't hesistate to come in a train!

From the owner: Strengthening the community through our beloved martial art of Brazilian jiu jitsu. Classes for all…read moreages and skill levels ranging from self defense to competition focused training - including anti bullying for kids and teens

The smaller size class let me focus on technique and form. There are a lot of middle level…read morepractitioners practicing here, which made me feel much less nervous about getting back into Kendo after a very long hiatus. Bieri sensei is very good at explaining things visually and metaphorically for easier understanding. For anyone who wants to start, and for those who want to REstart in Kendo, this is a very good place to begin. Say Hi if you see me there!

Super friendly and approachable kendo dojo that's great for beginners and experienced practitioners…read morealike. Practices are every Monday from 7:30-9pm. enshinkan@gmail.com

I have trained at Raktan since September of 2021…read more The classes can be grueling and tough but the coaches are very knowledgeable and helpful. The coaches have a very pragmatic and open-minded approach to fighting and regularly incorporate useful principles from other disciplines. You don't normally go to Muay Thai expecting to practice the D'Amato shift or spar someone who throws lead side kicks from southpaw, but I have found myself doing exactly that more than once. You will definitely take away something valuable every time you attend class!

Raktan Muay Thai is the Place to train, whether you are an advanced or beginner fighter, these guys…read morewould get you worked out. At Raktan you would probably enjoy one of the best muay thai experiences outside of Thailand. I used to train Thai Boxing back in Phoenix, AZ four years ago, and now after being on board with Raktan for several months I feel back in shape. The coaching crew is amazing, three instructors who clearly know what they are talking about. The gym is clean, full with top-notch equipment, and spacious. In summary, if you look for a top-notch gym, you must check out Raktan Muay Thai 1st.

We are back in karate after the long summer break. The Master is truly a very respectable…read moreindividual who takes this very serious. I like that my son always wants to come back and I don't feel like I am forcing him to do so. It is pretty good in value although pricing and packages or memberships can be different to fit our needs. It is a clean dojo and very well instructions. They offer so many extra activities that you get to see the value in it and heart that much more.

My 8-year-old son has been a student here for just over a year and we have had a first-class…read moreexperience. The class schedule has been flexible for our changing weekly family activities and Master Dobie has been a consummate professional every step of the way. Master Dobie makes a great effort to get to know every individual student of his and learns the best ways to challenge them and motivate them to perform their best. He has built a great community for the students to connect with each other and support each other no matter the activity. We are very happy with our son's experience and hope to continue at Champions for years to come.

I got very lucky to find this place. Professor Chad is a black belt in one of the most prestigious…read morelineages in BJJ. The Jucao schools all have the perfect blend of commitment to mastery and being welcoming to people at all skill levels. I started as a beginner and have flourished in the last year. Their approach to teaching is quick and effective in the atmosphere is welcoming to beginners an experience people alike. It's a great family of people and an addictive sport to get into (in the good way). Everyone at Jucao schools takes the development of everybody else seriously. It's a great place to get in with.

I began my journey two years so far, mainly focusing on building self-confidence. My intro class…read morewas with Sifu Carlos and it clicked since the very beginning, thank you sifu!. I've got the honor to train under many instructors from NYMAA and even attended a couple of seminars, including Sifu Chris Kent's (amazing instructor!). All in all, this is not an easy path but with love, discipline and care anyone can achieve great things and NYMAA knows how to bring out good character from an individual regardless of the background. Thank you!

This place is rude and expensive, we had a free trial but they push you to sign up then tell you…read morethey just gave you a free $75 class. This was the worst experience I've had at a martial arts location