Our two boys and one daughter have been taught by Master Joe for over 4 years now, and they all…read morehave increased focus, confidence, and determination. These skills have helped them at school and at home. We highly recommend Hong Ik, and particularly Master Joe, who knows how to instill discipline while maintaining a fun and entertaining environment.

Master Joe is an incredible teacher. My son has learn so much and his confidence and attention and…read morecoordination have improved greatly! I highly recommend!

Mayer's Karate and Fitness is a true class act when it comes to training their students, but…read moreespecially when training their students with special needs. The care they take and patience they have is second to none. This is the first activity my son has done that has lasted longer than 9 months. We are amazingly on year four and we couldn't be happier. I'm so happy I found Mayer's and its outstanding teachers. Exceptional. *****

Our son, who has special needs, has been taking classes at Mayer's Karate for the last ~6 years…read more While the studio is nice, clean & well maintained, we've stayed with the program because of the tremendous teaching staff. Mr. Mayer, Mr. Scielzo & Mr. Harris are fully committed to their students - the team has NOT changed over last 6 years. They each have 15+ years of experience working with children that have special needs. While the teachers allow all students to progress at their own pace, they also encourage the kids to get outside their comfort zone & become the best version of themselves. Throughout class, the instructors encourage themes including focus, listening to instructions & respecting each other. Classes are upbeat, positive & fun. There is also a sense of community at the studio, which deeply resonates with our family. Visit a class, watch a student pass their "belt test" or attend a tournament - it's a humbling experience & one which our family sincerely appreciates!

Great place! Kids are learning Karate and self defense classes throughout the day. And in the…read moreevening there are excellent kickboxing classes for adults.. They have an energetic staff that helps you one on one to achieve your goals. You will definitely keep going back. Lucia M 4/1/17

The gym is big, spacious, essential and clean. The classes…read moreof kickboxing are phenomenal and changes every time: floor routines, exercises with equipments (jump ropes, dumbbells, Kettlebells), with gloves and punching bag (provided by the gym) or with a partner! Every day is different but always incredibly entertaining, and it doesn`t give you the chance to get bored! Besides, all the efforts of the workout will be rewarded in few weeks. The instructors have experience, they are nice, funny, full of energy and they push you to do your better, ever more! In other words pleasant and welcoming place, suitable for everyone!

Great school, schedule and Master Lee is the best! Master Lee and staff make the classes a fun…read morelearning environment where students are inspired.

When we moved to New Jersey, I was looking for a sport that would help build confidence and…read morediscipline in my son who's not the traditional athletic type. Definitely found it at Shido-Kan Karate. Sensei Mitch is tough in a way that makes kids feel proud and accomplished when they get things right--and determined to work harder when they get things wrong. Not going to lie, he's very tough! I was wondering if my sensitive, emotional son could handle the critiques. Not only can he handle it, but he's shown immense personal growth in learning to navigate challenges and raise expectations. He leaves every class feeling stronger. I also think it's helped him to deal with some bullying at school. I'm very happy he's sticking with karate at Shido-Kan.

I was at Shidokan of Mahwah from 2013 to 2016…read more I've watched numerous patents pull their children from this class due to Mitch's flagrant disregard for his students. His methods of "building character" were irresponsible at best. These methods often included stopping class to yell cutting, wildly personal insults to children as young as five and children with disabilities, disregarding injuries, and manipulating students into attending class regardless of their illness or other obligations. For over two years I brought the kid I used to watch home from Mitch's karate classes only to watch him be pinned against other students who are five ranks above him when sparring as a punishment. Naturally, when he was hurt from the fight, Mitch repeatedly called him a "girl" in front of other, incredible female students. This was wildly inappropriate, and what message does that send to the female students? Mitch's teaching became so poor that parents began videotaping the class. He, in fact, had legal action threatened by a parent who had removed their child from class after deplorable treatment from Mitch. Eventually, Mitch had treated the kid I watched so poorly during class that he was inconsolable, and was gearing up fight another much more experienced student as a punishment. I was so upset I couldn't even look at Mitch, and took the kid out to calm down in the car, and went back for his things so he would never have to go back inside. I learned upon going back that someone had said I may have taken him out to treat his asthma, after Mitch continued to delay claas in order to berate a seven year old. Mitch responded with something to the effect of,"Oh wah, the little baby needs his inhaler? If his asthma is so bad, he shouldn't be doing karate!" This was related to me by another parent and a student. After I told his mom I was not comfortable bringing him back, she mentioned that others had voiced concerns about Mitch's behavior in class. She spoke to Mitch via phone, who was caught in several lies and became incredibly defensive, calling her repeatedly over the next few days. None of us have gone back since, and I wouldn't take a child there if he payed me to.

Gorilla Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy is THE best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym EVER!…read more Very home-like, heart-warming and super friendly gym. Always welcoming! A superb environment to learn new fighting skills, whether it's MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ Gi, or No Gi, or BJJ Competition.. AND Some more! ++ the knowledge is here! Proven by actions! and we all already know that knowledge is power! Professor Mike Wilson is a great professor and a highly skilled and knowledgeable instructor!!! Setting the new bar for high standards! In fact, Every instructor I've ever had in this gym is beyond amazing. Always dynamic and learning new things. Seminars are always on point! The amount of arsenals and ammunition (fighting knowledge) under Mike's belt is beyond amazing, and one can only hope some of it rubs on to you.. from which he has no problem teaching you any of his techniques. The Gym is top quality! Not only in its cleanliness thanks to Professor Mike Wilson who cleans the whole gym top to bottom DAILY, but also its Graffiti and art on the walls are phenomenal, with beautiful mats and protected walls and beams, and just protection all around. Also, another HUGE PLUS is that Rolling with partners is always safe! 99% of people here roll with consideration for their partners.... I Don't know the other 1% lol. But here, its all about improving technique! applying it gracefully without hurting your partner is THE Biggest plus you'll ever find in a BJJ Gym. After all, joining a BJJ gym is like joining family.. you gotta choose the right pack of wolves to roll with! or in this case, the right troop of gorillas! haha By far the best gym in the area! I drive and commute about 40mins to get to class... even though there are plenty of other gyms closer to where I live... that's how much I like this gym, the instructors, the environment, and the sparring partners. Join TODAY! You won't be disappointed! 5 stars is not enough!

Incredible community, tremendous instructors, safe rolling in sparing culture, cleanest, most…read morehygienic gym around!

We love the Martial way! My son has been attending since last December and he has learned so much…read moreand really built in his confidence! He is so excited to go to his classes every week! They are so patient, kind, and consistent.

My son takes karate here. First let me start off by saying that my husband and I are super duper…read morepicky when it comes to martial arts. We both have martial arts background and would never allow any of our kids attend a martial arts school that does not meet our standards. The karate teacher, Shihan of the school is excellent. He knows his stuff and is awesome with kids. He teaches the kids about confidence, responsibility, facing your fears, respect, etc. He teaches the kids by playing games with them that makes them learn the techniques and keeps them entertained for the entire class. My son loves the class. You can tell that Shihan and his son Joshu teach because they are passionate and love the art. If you are searching for an excellent karate teacher this is the place to go.

Master Kim's Tiger Tae Kwon Do was simply the best program for our 5-year-old. We took advantage of…read morethe introductory period, but our son simply refused to participate, viewing from the sidelines. Master Kim and his staff patiently offered words of encouragement without rushing him. Other parents told us not to give up because their children were reluctant at first as well. Parents from surrounding towns drive their children past ordinary Tae Kwon Do classes to Master Kim's amazing class for valid reasons. He blends respect, culture, discipline, confidence and fun perfectly. Before and after class, Master Kim slowly practiced punching and kicking with our son. We had faith in Master Kim, so we signed up for the entire year. Soon after, our son decided to participate in the full class and has looked forward to it. We have seen our son learn new moves with the help of Master Kim's entire staff. We like that our son learns from Master Kim and respectfully follows others, too. Our son went from being shy and timid to confident in announcing himself, counting out numbers and replying to Master Kim's questions. Our son progressed faster in Master Kim's class than in the classroom. The look on our son's face as he earned his first belt was priceless. Master Kim brings out the best in our child and all children because he has perfected his craft, he embodies the ideals of Tae Kwon Do in his life, he cares so much for each child, and he relentlessly makes each one better each day. Master Kim commands their respect because he teaches them to respect one another and themselves.

I have been going to Master Kim's Tiger Tae Kwon Do for over a year. I really like the instructors…read moreand enjoy the class and all the stuff they do. I also really enjoy doing breaking and form.