As a black belt myself, it is very important for me to have my kids attend a martial arts school I have faith in, and I am thankful we found Dragon Star Kung Fu. From the very first class and on, we felt comfortable and welcomed. The instructors and the other families at the school are friendly and treat everyone like family. I feel the instructors provide a good balance of structure, technique, life lessons, discipline, and fun in their classes. Our daughters have been at Dragon Star Kung Fu for almost two years now, and they've told me they plan to earn their black belts and beyond! read more

What a great environment for kids and adults to learn self-defense. My children and I are taking classes, and we have learned so much over the years. It is a great school! Highly recommend! read more

I love this school! The instructors are experts in their craft and are great with kids and teens. They have taught my children Kung Fu and how to be responsible thoughtful members of our family and society. I can't imagine not having this school be a part of our family. When you enroll here, the instructors really care about the students and want the absolute best for them. read more

I love this place! The instructors are very nice and encouraging. We put our daughter in classes at 4, and after watching all the fun she had both my husband and I decided to join. That was 4 years ago and we are still all going! Best work out I have found and I am more confident then I have ever been. read more

My two boys have been going about a month, I have nothing but praise for Sifu Tom! I can already see an attitude change and respect coming from my boys. I can tell that Sifu really cares about the kids in his class and takes time to play/joke with them so it's not all serious work. Gives them clear instructions on what is expected in his class and teaches structure, which I don't think they get in school. Love, love, love watching my kids in class, not a class goes by that I don't see them smile. So glad we chose Dragon Star over so many others!! read more

I am so glad I found Dragon Star Kung Fu and Sifu Tom and Benita. The energy in the school is great. You get real Tum Pai Kajukenbo and quality training without any ego. There are usually several other Sifus and black belts in class to help the newer students. Definitely the best Kung Fu school I have ever trained at. read more

With so many choices on what martial arts discipline to pursue, let alone a school to learn it, Dragon Star Kung Fu is one of the few you should seriously consider. Here's why: Dragon Star focuses on real-world, practical self-defense, not flashy, theatrical or unnecessarily complicated techniques just for the sake of "looking cool". Sifu Tom teaches the art of Northern Tum Pai Kajukenbo (the ONLY mixed martial art endorsed by Bruce Lee) which includes Karate, Judo, Jujitsu, Kenpo, Tai Chi and Kung Fu. These disciplines were all incorporated by the founders based strictly on their effectiveness -- in other words, if it worked it stayed in, if not it was discarded. Sifu Tom has over 50 years of martial arts experience learning from master practitioners and teaches what he learned as he learned it. He can trace the lineage of his style back only four generations to the founding masters. His commitment is in preserving the original integrity of the art. He does this for the love of Kung Fu with a desire to pass it on faithfully. Dragon Star is NOT a business. He's not in it for money like many other martial arts schools. Sifu Tom is *fantastic* with kids, especially those with special needs. He encourages discipline, respect and self-confidence. "Work hard, play hard!" is an affirmation heard daily in class. But more than anything, this isn't just a martial arts school, it's a family. Everyone knows each other, there are regular events (game and movie nights, holiday parties and pot-luck feasts). My whole family signed up and we were quickly embraced by all the wonderful students and their parents. If you are looking for a martial arts school, I simply cannot recommend Dragon Star enough. Thank you for reading! read more

This school is a fantastic venue for ALL ages. The kids and teens program not only emphasizes good exercise techniques but also practical self defense that empowers children against the fear of being bullied and intimidated at school. Tom Byrne also stresses to his younger students the absolute need to be helpful at home, respectful to all and to study hard at school to attain the honor of being called a 'martial artist'. With Tai Chi as the basis of the instruction... adults of all ages can benefit in this effective system!! read more

My son has been a student here for right at 4 years and we absolutely love all of the positive stuff my son has come home with. They teach in a very positive way that makes the kids really enjoy what they are learning. In the 4 years that I have been coming with my son I see new faces all the time enroll as students, but still see the same ones from 4 years ago! Sifu Tom, Sifu Benita, & Sifu Tommy are simply amazing instructors! read more