I have attended this school before, my son does now and I hope to again. My opinion of this school…read morehas not changed much in 10 years. The people who teach and run this school are very passionate about Chinese culture and traditions. They go to China once a year to learn and deeply love Kung fu. I am Eurasian and have deeply hated euro Americans taking Asian culture and selling it as their own. I can't say that about this school because they know more about and love Chinese culture more than I do. A few years ago I had the honor of doing the website for the actor, Laurence Mason. He was one of the last people to train with Brandon Lee while working on "The Crow". He said Brandon was the most zen peaceful person he ever met but could kill everyone in the hanger in about 15 min. He said that the best teachers he ever had were "dangerous hippies" like Brandon. I agree with him and the teachers here have a very similar attitude to what he described with Brandon. They teach peace, respect, focus and how to stop a fight with least effort. Best school I have ever known. So yeah go to this school and get a copy of "The Crow".

My son has been going to this wonderful Kung fu studio for years. They have provided for him a…read moreperfect balance of discipline and hard work within a nurturing environment. I love that he gets physical exercise as well as training in breathing and meditation. The community of instructors and classmates has played a crucial role in his development from childhood to teenager, all within a caring and respectful environment.

The U.S. Taekwondo Center has really been a life saver for me. They are responsible, helpful and…read morewonderful to my 7 year old son. They are also open on most days the schools close, which is a real stress reliever. They also do homework, provide a snack and teach the kids Taekwondo twice a week. Master Lee, Master Ben and Master Kyle are the best!

This review is long overdue. I found myself at Amherst College this summer and wanted to continue…read moretraining in jiu-jitsu. While I found other gyms nearby, I committed to NESF for a month. Training is entirely no-gi, Stacy was accommodating and very nice about me coming in to check out some of the other MMA classes. Bring cash and you will get a discount. Dave, the jiu-jitsu professor was a total badass - knows what he is doing and focuses on technique. He wants you to get it right and will push you and call you out if you are slacking off. From the skilled jiu-jitsu practitioner to the beginner, I highly recommend this gym. You will learn and improve your game. I trained with both beasts and beginners. It was a welcoming and positive environment. Training in no-gi has become my favorite was of training now. It's been 3 months training like that and my guitar-licking fingers are happy about it - Thanks NESF!! ProTip: there is a Valley Bike Station right outside the gym, easy to go in and out of the gym if you do not have a car and/or don't want to wait for a bus.

This is an excellent and professional school with highly skilled and all around great instructors…read more They know their stuff and are very good at helping both new and experienced their students develop their skills. They are quite welcoming and very reasonable with their pricing. Excellent gym for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Wrestling, and MMA!

Northampton Martial Arts has been a great school which my whole family have taken classes. My son…read morestarted at a young age and worked his way up to black belt rank and continues his journey there. Master Scher is a great instructor. He is able to teach classes with multiple ranks and keep everyone challenged throughout. Unlike some schools, where belts are given not earned, students must learn the skills for each belt level before testing is scheduled. The prices are very reasonable especially with the many daily options for class times. I recommend Northampton Martial Arts to anyone who is interested in learning the disciplines of Taekwondo in a fun and positive environment.

I have been coming for over 5 years and now I help teach. You get everything you need before…read moretesting, tournaments, and every day things. Great place to enroll. All ages welcome

I never thought I'd get into a martial art. This is no ordinary martial art, and this is no…read moreordinary dojo. I live down the street from Aikido of Amherst, and hadn't even thought to check it out, but one day, after I had vowed to myself I would do something to get more exercise in my life, a friend told me that he goes to this dojo. He doesn't just go, I realized, he drives 45 minutes, to get to *this* dojo that I can walk to. ...So I had to check it out. First I looked up Aikido, and I was amazed at what I learned. This practice has a unique and solid spiritual foundation. Yes, it is an extremely powerful defensive art, but the movements and methods do not cultivate violence within the psyche. This is how I think of it, anyway. As a life-long yogi, I know the power of postures and movements to effect the psyche. I take that part very seriously, actually. I won't say a lot about the roots of Aikido, you can look it up. I will just say that I can't imagine a defensive art more in line with my personal values; both in theory and in the daily physical practice. Long story short: I went, and I'm hooked. Hooked for life on Aikido, and so grateful to have this dojo to call my home dojo. Sensei Heath Atchley is wonderful--attentive, kind, and skilled--and the dojo environment he has fostered is truly special. It is a warm environment with friendly, sincere people, who welcome newcomers and enjoy both the art and the comradery.

Mr. Clayton is the premier instructor of Keno Karate in New England (if not in the United States)…read more I've known Mr. Clayton for a number of years. I've watched his teaching and training style with his students. He stresses defensive techniques and teaches his students to only use their karate only to defend themselves against aggressors. He celebrates the academic accomplishments of his elementary and high school students. His emphasis on strong family ties and values and tying them to the values of the karate school is one of the reasons I would highly recommend sending anyone who wants to learn a martial art to Mr. Clayton.

I have my 5 year old in here and I've watched him grow tremendously in the short time he's been…read morehere. The instructor, Lance Clayton's, is great with you need kids. His team is as well. I see staying him for a very long time.

Been taking the adult classes and enjoying thoroughly. Great judo instruction for self defense,…read morecompetition, or personal growth. In addition to Judo Lopez Sensei has extensive experience in multiple martial arts as well as life experience from working as a bouncer and security in the past. If you want the technique for competition, the test, or the one for the street/self defense, Lopez Sensei can show you the nuances for each application. This Judo club also emphasizes ground techniques in addition to throws. You will get a well rounded grappling education and experience here at a price that is significantly more affordable than any of the nearby BJJ schools. He also offers Judo classes to children as well.

Both sensei's are phenomenal teachers. It's very hard to find a place that really cares about what…read morethey do and the people they are teaching. When I first heard you become a family I was quite skeptical. Well let me tell you I was wrong. They felt like family very soon into doing it and now I rely on them and consider them all very dear friends and love them all. They have also helped on a few occasions with my son when he was having a hard time at school or home. (If you want to see a behavior turn around quickly have a Sensei talk to your kid). An added bonus is they are VERY good at what they do. Wouldn't dream of going elsewhere. I know I have found lifelong friends.

Very fun and engaging classes. 3 different adult classes offered and at great schedules.read more