Rare Breed Mixed Martial Arts

(14 reviews)

3.0 mi

This Gym is great for all levels. They are incredibly welcoming and the instructors are great,…read moreAdam, Karen Luis, Craig and Mario all take the time to explain moves, positions and how to progress them and also a few ways that it might be countered and how to react. Not only are the instructors great but all of the attendees are too. I would recommend for anyone at any stage.

North South is a fantastic place to train jiu jitsu. I have been a member at the school since July…read more2018. And it has had an incredibly positive impact across many facets of my life. The schedule has a well-attended 6 a.m. class for local commuters (it's one of the few times I know I can get on the mat) as well as competition classes and extra-curricular strength training and stretching classes. The school has cultivated a great community that supports all levels (and age groups) of jiu jitsu from high-level competitors to novices just finding the sport. Adam and Karen, the owners and head coaches, provide excellent instruction and truly care about their students. When I competed in a tournament in Manhattan, Adam went with me to coach from the rail. I was the only student competing that day and he still made time, away from his own family and commitments, to head into the city. Last, the kids program is great. The coaches create a fun atmosphere that is still conducive to learning and building their skills in a safe manner. If you're curious about training, I highly suggest checking out the school.

Black belt Adam Peterson giving instruction during class, followed by sparring.

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Momentum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

4.9

(10 reviews)

2.5 mi

My kids loved this place. They were going before the Covid pandemic. The owner is the coolest down…read moreto earth guy "Daddy Cool". His daughters also train there. Respected by everyone that I saw in his presence. I have no complaints.

Pro and cons Pros:…read more-Multiple classes throughout the morning, afternoon and late night -Great coaching -Great environment -Sanitized and cleaned multiple times a day -Coaches pay attention to each student and help them out to the smallest detail -Very patient for someone with me who takes a while to learn Cons: -None

No gi kids

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Grappling University Martial Arts

(2 reviews)

5.2 mi

Great community jiujitsu gym that offers judo and MMA as well. I joined after moving to the area…read moreduring the pandemic and was welcomed as if I was a day one member. Professor Steve runs the BJJ program and the guy is a fountain of knowledge, he is always open to questions and is consistently looking for new modern approaches to advance the skillset of his members. Sensei Jose heads the judo program and if you're interested in catching some air time; he is your guy. Coach Miguel is the MMA programs coach, the MMA team is a mixed bag of hobbyist and real-time fighters preparing for their next bout. GUMA has a great culture and is definitely looking to be an institution in Clifton.

I am so glad my kids are attending jujutsu here. It's a great place to learn martial arts for all…read moreages. The professors really care for each child and will take their time to know each of their clients.

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BeltQuest Jiu Jitsu

3.7

3.5 mi

Great school. Instructor is hands on. The group of guys that go are awesome. I'd recommend this…read moreschool to beginners and guys with experience

So my husband recently joined the gym before this covid crisis. Every place I know has withheld…read morepayments due to their places not being used. My husband enquired why he was still being charged when not being able to use the gym . BO's (the owners) response was that he had bills to pay so he had to continue to charge . That is utterly ridiculous and a poor business man. I'm sorry we're in a pandemic but even more of a reason not to rip people off. Def don't use this gym as clearly he doesn't care about anyone but himself during this trying time !

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Carnicella MMA

5.7 mi

Absolutely incredible and very detail oriented teaching style. Their grappling, tstriking, and…read moreeverything they at that school is world class. Any professional fighter or jujitsu practitioner down to the newest trainee would be well served here. Paul Carnicella is an MMA genius!

From the owner: Carnicella Mixed Martial Arts & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a school dedicated to teaching the…read moreself-defense system of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts to men, women, and children of all ages. The school was founded by Black Belt Paul Carnicella as an affiliate academy under Sensei Edson Carvalho. Sensei Paul's training program will provide you with great physical conditioning as well as an extremely effective close combat self-defense system.

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No Limit Martial Arts

4.3

(12 reviews)

3.6 mi

This school is very good its workers are very friendly and nice.The downside is that my kid was a…read morehigher rank than someone else and they didn't give him a black gi but they gave it to the other person.Honestly its good it teaches your kid self defense and gives your kid confidence.

Great environment for kids. Kids leave with increased self confidence, focus and self esteem. The…read moreowners are invested in the kids and communities.

Master Guerrero having a special Valentine's Lunch with some of his students

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Congratulations to our instructor sensei Bryan Leyton who just graduated from NJ state Police academy.

Savarese Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

3.9

(11 reviews)

4.4 mi

Me and my daughter joined about a month ago watching my daughter blossom with confidence and…read morepassion is priceless. I find myself trying things I would normally would not and I am 38. I feel happier I feel accomplished after class. I sleep better and it something I look forward too.

I have been training here for almost 5 years. I have witnessed first hand how this school has…read moregrown which can be attributed to the Instructors, Coaches, and Students in the school. I would recommend this school to anyone without hesitation. The School has classes 7 days a week. Depending on the day, there are classes in the morning afternoon and at multiple times in the evening. It will surly fit anyone's schedule. The School is large with two training rooms and is very clean. Professor Savarese and Professor Sean (who runs the kids program) truly take the time to ensure that each Student is reaching their goals. Their dedication has created a warm and welcoming environment. All the Coaches and Students welcome new students without hesitation and are willing to help them learn, so they can begin their BJJ journey on the right path.

Earning my 2nd stripe

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All womens class

Asbury Park Beach & Boardwalk

4.1

(171 reviews)

40.8 mi

Love Asbury Park! And experiencing the wonderful art murals…read moreby Wooden Walls Public Art Project ! Came to see the new and old mural! So great that there is now pizza box recycling containers on the boardwalk! As well as AED!

The beach was wide, long and packed with clean sand. The boardwalk, lined with places to eat and…read moreother businesses, made for an interesting first visit. Plan to pay $10 each, for those over 12 years of age and plan to pay for parking. It was extremely crowded on this Sunday summer day, and those in the water were not allowed to go beyond waist deep water (or they'd be subject to loud whistles and directions to come in).

Sept 2025.

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Avon By the Sea

4.3

(59 reviews)

42.8 mi

Wow. I LOVE IT HERE. I'm a gal who prefers a more quiet, peaceful beach experience. I spent the…read moreday at Avon By the Sea on a weekday in September and it was perfect. All parking is FREE. Can't complain about that! There's plenty of street parking right in front of the boardwalk as well as residential parking nearby. Since I visited after the summer season ended, I had no problem finding a spot at 12pm. If you're going during the season, I would suggest coming much earlier if you want to get a good spot closer to the beach. During the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), beach badges are required from 9am-5pm on weekdays and 9am-5:30pm on weekends/holidays. It's $13 per person. Children ages 11 and under + active military and their dependents are free of charge. They don't accept credit/debit cards, so remember to bring CASH. The beach is beautiful - clear, blue water and clean, soft sand. The crowd is more mature and family-oriented. They do have a lot of rules (no alcohol/smoking/cannabis/canopies/tents/sound systems), but I don't mind. It's not rowdy here, so you'll have a peaceful experience. There are bathrooms, a playground area for children, and a boardwalk. The boardwalk is small, but charming. There are benches for you to sit, relax, and enjoy the ocean view. There aren't many restaurants, bars, games, or entertainment around. They have a snack/food pavilion, but I'd suggest driving a few miles away to Asbury Park or Long Branch for a better dining and night life scene. Seeeeee yaaaaaaaa at the shore!

Avon-by-the-Sea is perfect if you're looking for a quiet, peaceful beach day. It's way more low-key…read morethan Belmar -- not much going on, mostly retirees and families, which honestly makes it super relaxing. Don't come here expecting to walk to a bunch of restaurants or bars -- it's more of a bring your own vibes kind of place. But they do have a snack shack, bathrooms, and the beach itself is really clean with clear water. Daily entry is $13, and there's lots of street parking, which is rare and amazing for beach towns. If you just want to chill, read, and enjoy the ocean without the crowds, this is the spot

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South Mountain Reservation

4.3

(90 reviews)

4.9 mi

A nice area for hiking/walking that has some wide paths and not so overgrown. There are plenty of…read moretrails to diverge from. Hemlock Falls seems to be a draw and is very nice to relax around but can get a little crowded. Because there are multiple parking lots with easy accessibility, there's a bit of trash and broken glass here and there which is unfortunate. There were quite a few hikers, trail runners and dogs but it never felt claustrophobic. The hikes aren't that difficult but there are quite a few rocks and protruding tree roots. Montclair is less than 10 minutes if you want a bite to eat afterwards.

Great walk. Nothing like a walk through nature. Taking in the sights and sounds, what a beautiful…read morething!!!

Wildflower Trail

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Lake Nanuet Pool

4.6

(9 reviews)

22.6 mi

This is a great municipal pool! Spacious and doesn't feel too crowded even on busy days & holiday…read moreweekends when you can hardly find parking (though the parking lot is quite large). There are a few picnic tables and grills on the lawn. No pool lounge chairs or towel service so bring your own chairs, picnic blankets, food/snacks and other accoutrements to enjoy a leisurely summer day. Facilities are clean and well-maintained. Very kids/toddler-friendly. The sizeable shallow end has several sprinklers/splash fountains for children to play in, and there are slides on both the kiddie and adult sides. Also a playground in the back (not affiliated with the pool). There are always many life guards on duty every time I've gone. The pool is accessible only to Clarkstown residents and their guests, so if you're not a resident befriend someone who is. You must obtain a Clarkstown resident ID card first at the registration office at 31 Zukor Road in New City. (The pool won't simply accept a driver's license.) Rates can be either daily or seasonal for individuals or family, and are very reasonable compared to similar community pools.

Back in the day we used to refer to this beleaguered mud hole as "Nanuet Snake" for the inundation…read moreof various slithering creatures who would join you on your swim in what was then a dark and unknowable crater that had more in common with Loch Ness than 20th century suburbia. It's no exaggeration that these monsters from the deep probably kept a legion of child psychiatrists in full time employment. On a recent visit it was nice to see that the previous snake-ridden den of iniquity has long been been replaced with a legitimate pool and that the mythological beasts of years past have been slayed by chlorine and actual cement walls. You can even see right to the bottom. What a concept. This is what Nanuet Lake should have been like all along... no thanks whatsoever to my parents who thought this was some tough love version of Shangri La, albeit minus the all consuming bliss one often finds in paradise. I kid about my parents (almost) and am happy to bestow five easy stars for a childhood reclaimed. I still hate snakes.

View from the shallow end (kids area)

Kiddie slide

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4th of July @ the Town Pool

Summit Family Aquatic Center

4.6

(9 reviews)

9.9 mi

Love it!! family friendly, very clean, snack bar available, children will have lots of fun and I…read morewill definitely recommend it to spend your summer here.

Great place! Clean and wonderful warm pool! Water classes are great. Great for families!read more

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Brookdale Park

4.5

(66 reviews)

0.6 mi

This park is huge with plenty to do but I only came for the rose garden. It is small, some labels…read moreare missing, and several beds need maintenance. It feels more like a city park than a quiet garden. I personally would not return, though I see why neighbors enjoy having green space nearby. When I visited, a large group had formed a circle that occupied an entire section of the small rose garden. There were no signs indicating the area was reserved, and their gathering unintentionally made the space feel closed off to other visitors. In shared public spaces like this, especially in smaller gardens, it is important for any group, whether local or new to the community, to be mindful of the park's norms and not treat the small public garden like it's only for them. Many people visiting or living here may not be aware of how these spaces are typically used, so a little consideration goes a long way in keeping the park welcoming for everyone.

I grew up with Brookdale Park. I would bike over with Daddy - or in the beginning, trike over - and…read morewe would ride the paths together. Down the little dirt trail by the stream near Watchung Ave., see if I could make it down the ditch under the bridge, then back up near the duck pond to look at the birds. Over to the playground, down the tall metal slide (burning in the hot sun), on and under the wooden playground (splinters and the occasional scary bee), and riding the swings, both pony-themed and regular. Slow forward to 2025. Brookdale still has the same paved paths. The old dirt trail gradually became a bunch of bumps for dirt bikes instead of my regular bike. The duck pond was filled in years ago but is now a wetlands area. The playground has been modernized a couple of times and is now modern, safe plastic. Still pony-themed swings. The old gravel track is now modern plastic for running or similar sports - though there was something special about sliding my bike around the turns on that gravel track. You just can't ride on a running track. There's an annual softball tournament there we still play, and the fields really haven't changed, though I've heard it's been getting tougher to get things reserved properly. So it's still a wonderful park, but without the ducks and with the complications to holding in park events, the fifth star has gone away with my childhood. That's OK. It will always be 5 stars in my heart.

Beautiful trees!

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Emilio R.

12 years ago

Great place weather your looking to learn self defense, or just looking to get in shape. One of the best kids programs in NJ of all ages 4 to 99. My daughter loves training there. Mr. B is a world class instructor and along with the other coaches there I wouldn't have it any other way read more

LIghtning S.

1 year ago

The instructors are great. Stephanie catered & was generous from the beginning. I can't say enough on how great they are.

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