Instructors for the juniors programs are amazing. The classes put significant emphasis on building…read morestudents' self confidence and encouraging peer-to-peer support, in addition to being a great workout for participants of all ages!

I feel that BBJJ is the perfect place to learn about how to defend yourself, the instructors there…read morereally take time to explain and work with the students. I really appreciate all their work and their dedication

Gregor Gracie Jiu Jitsu is the best place to learn legit BJJ in Brooklyn. The instructors are…read moreAMAZING, extremely knowledgeable of their craft. The Academy is extremely clean, honestly the nicest Academy I've ever trained at. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming of new comers, veterans or if you're looking to get back onto the mats after a long break like myself. I cannot recommend this place enough, you won't regret it I promise.

My two sons have just completed 13 months at Gregor Gracie! Their Jui-Jitsu and Muay Thai program…read moreare excellent!. I highly recommend this place to every parent! Come for the BJJ and stay for the Muay Thai!

I have been taking Brazillian Jiu Jitsu classes at Sun Dojo for about 6 months now. There is so…read moremuch to this place! Community - This is a very welcoming dojo. I was super intimidated before joining but once I worked up the nerve, what I found was a group of positive, friendly people who are here to learn, to get better at Jiu Jitsu and at life. Many people who train here have recommended it to friends or family, or Windsor Terrace neighbors, and there really is a community feel to it. Teachers - It's a special thing to find teachers who can meet you where you are, be supportive and patient, but who also push you to do better, show up for yourself, set big goals and put in 100%. Different instructors have different styles, but all are all great at breaking down complicated techniques, while encouraging you to think deeper about why something works. Everyone gets equal guidance during class. As a beginner, you will be helped, not ignored. Fitness (physical/mental) - Jiu Jitsu is a very challenging workout and it WILL improve your fitness. Classes include intense bursts or agility drills and you will sweat and your heart will pump! But it engages your mind as well as your body. You start to think about things like anatomy and leverage and gravity (even if you don't yet know how to put it all together). No treadmill workout is going to give you that. Heart - Sun Dojo encourages you to take the principals you learn on the mat into the rest of your life. What could you do with more self-knowledge, courage, discipline, less ego and a healthier body? I know I want to find out! Special shout to Professor Laurel who was my first contact at Sun Dojo and who really helped (and still helps!) to ease me into things.

Very happy I joined. My experience (as a beginner) has been overwhelming positive. Big thanks to…read moreProf. Carroll and the community of instructors + students for being so welcoming during my first few weeks at the dojo. Looking forward to more. The basic classes are gentle (i.e. you won't get injured), but challenging enough to improve overall fitness and to make some widely applicable self-defense techniques second-nature to the students. An unexpected benefit at Sun Dojo is the attendance of some advanced students in the basic classes (advanced classes typically follow basic classes on the schedule, so the basic classes probably serve as a refresher for the advanced students). The benefit to beginners like me is that we often get to partner with some seasoned (and patient) people who are already comfortable with the techniques, and often help reinforce the correct way to practice.

I dropped in from out of town and the entire gym was welcoming and the training was great. The holy…read moretrinity of good people, good vibes, and good training

Do you like the following? - clean and newly remodeled…read morebathrooms - wall padding - pads that you see sterilized - gyms with showers -constructing feedback -decorated instructors who can keep up with their students -a welcoming environment to all persons of all backgrounds, genders and skill levels (except haters)? Then you should probably check out Chop & Chops. This gym is basically like a clubhouse with all cool people who also happen to kick each other in the face. Prices are fair and people are cool. For years, Jaime and Humberto have been known in the community as the guys helping everyone technique tweaks and pep talks after class. Come as a stranger, leave as a friend. Nothing but chop & chops love.

I've been taking early morning Shinobi fitness and Cardio kickboxing classes over the summer. Both…read moreclasses offer a great workout (I use them for cross-training), appropriate for all levels, and are a great mixture of cardio, endurance, flexibility and strength training. I love the individualized approach and small class size. Studio itself is very pleasant, as it has been freshly renovated.

I only did one trial lesson here. This venue offers a variety of classes in different types of…read moremartial arts. I was told that for my trial I could pick any one type of art I wanted to try. I made the mistake of selecting "kickboxing & cardio" thinking that meant intense kickboxing. It turned to really be just cardio exercise from martial artists. It did not teach any fighting techniques. Good cardio exercise is by no means a bad thing, just not what I was looking for. What I can tell you is: This teacher here, Jeremiah, was extremely friendly. He immediately makes you feel very welcomed. He taught very informally - for example, he asked me to call him by his first name, and played pop music as we exercised (note: I arrived early and saw the end of kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class, which appeared equally as informal). I'm not trying to say informality is a good or bad thing - I think it all depends on the person. I'm just describing my experience here. We did jumping jacks, jump ropes, and push ups. We worked in pairs and punched each others hands as we held up protective gear. It was fun! But again, what I did focused on speed and exercising different parts of the body, instead of focusing on things like effective punching techniques. I was paired with different people at different times. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. By the end, we all worked up a good sweat. I know virtually nothing about how this place teaches fighting techniques. But if you want a good cardio workout, this really did seem like a an effective and friendly place. If I was looking for a regular cardio workout, I would have stayed here!

My 5 year year old daughter been attending since March. She loves going to class each week. Master…read morePeterson is kind, but firm. The classes have improved her focus, flexibility and strength. She will absolutely continue attending. Master Peterson is highly professional and talented and knows how to encourage children. I would highly recommend this program.

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