I couldn't be happier with EP Martial Arts! It's more than just a place to get a great work out…read more The camaraderie as a whole is great, the instructors are all well trained, experienced, and masters of their crafts. Bart (the owner) personally answered the phone the first time I called, and welcomed me to take 1-2 weeks and check out all the classes I might want to get involved in, which, I did. I enrolled for the Krav Maga classes, which are fabulous, and was quite quickly persuaded to try Jeet Kun Do, Sancho, Striking, Wing Chun, Kickboxing and my favorite, Jiu Jitsu. There's a reason this gym has 5 stars. I encourage you to check it out, you won't be disappointed!

I came for the Krav Maga classes and I've also given BJJ and Sanshou a try. I'm a beginner and from…read morethe start, I've felt welcomed by the instructors as well each and every member. All of the instructors are excellent and I've been enjoying the small class sizes and the individualized instruction that comes along with that. There are a variety of skill levels catered to in each class and I enjoy both the opportunity to work with others closer to my skill level and to learn from those far more experienced than I. I couldn't recommend more highly!

Ty and Bart have a great school which truly wants to help you get stronger, faster and more well…read morerounded as a martial artist. Small class sizes means individualized attention in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere. Everyone here wants to help you get better. The Krav Maga program is very effective for defense against weapons, unarmed attackers and multiple attackers. It will definitely help you feel more street safe. The San Shou program is a very versital striking and wrestling program that will also develop your fitness. Both programs compliment each other well and many students at the school train in both. If you are looking for a school to start or continue your martial arts journey, this is the place. See you on the mat!

I have been a student at NEMAD for over 7 years and I believe this dojo is a gem. A traditional…read moreschool for learning an art for the sake of learning an art. A place where I have been treated respectfully throughout my journey from white belt to black belt. I have gained physical skills, but even more I have developed confidence that I never would have found elsewhere. While not the right fit for everyone, I highly recommend checking them out.

New England Martial Arts Dojo is a traditional Shotokan Karate School with a long History of…read moreinstruction and students, dating back to the 1960's. The senior instructors have over 30 years of experience which allows for a full range of instruction from beginners to more advanced students. I've trained with this School for 20 years and have continued to gain a better understanding of martial arts techniques and consciousness. I recommend this School for students of all ages.

Strongly recommend this gym for any folks in the New England area and beyond whether you're a…read morenovice or expert! Absolutely love the facilities, staff, and classes provided: as a young woman, there's nothing better than feeling empowered and welcomed in a martial arts space -- keep doing what you do best!

After going to Atomic Kickboxing for several months and wanting to learn more of the MMA side of…read morekickboxing/Muay Thai, I decided to give Burke's a try. As a female, at first I was super intimidated walking into a class full of guys grunting and shouting, but was relived to see more and more girls after each class. Coming to Muay Thai became something I looked forward to each week and felt accomplished when I improved on form or technique. Each class is different so it always feels fresh while building upon things already learned. Jaimeson and Num are awesome and take the time to break things down and give you 1-on-1 instruction within the group class setting. More importantly, they make it fun while still challenging and teaching. The progression and testing system helps you be motivated to hit progress goals, but chill enough for those looking to do it with no pressure as a hobby/exercise. Jaimeson is also really great at checking in with you when you fall off your practice - which is nice to have to stay accountable. I will miss Burke's and wish I had been able to train here for longer before moving!

I truly can't recommend RSAK highly enough. The instruction, supportive environment, and leadership…read moreopportunities have meant so much to me as a mom, and it's been incredible to watch my son grow. Thank you!

Best karate place I have ever been to! So much fun and Silva and Mr L are so awesome and nice…read more I have learned so much from being here and I plan on staying as long as possible! Also a great place to get my mind off stuff and I get to do the thing I love and hang out with friends! I really recommend

Been travelling to Team Santos in Providence from Connecticut for a few years now. If you want to…read moretrain in BJJ learning from a great coach with lots of great team members, this is the place.

Excellent instruction and my home away from home. Coach mat is a local legend in jiu Jitsu as well…read moreas mixed martial arts and is a patient well versed instructor. If I could give it a six star rating I would.

It's a great place to get in shape and learn martial arts at the same time. Master Babits has a lot…read moreof experience, we knows how to exercise you well. My family and I have met many great friends there. They have built a great environment there.

Quality lessons by capable instructors Friendly yet…read moredisciplined environment Good for a range of ages, skill levels There's a lot to love about martial arts in general, so I've been happy to attend classes and learn Tae Kwon Do with my children over the past 2 years. My sons and I transferred to this location, which is now the sole and "flagship" school for World Martial Arts, in September of 2015. We had been thrilled with our experience at the former West Warwick location, but had also had exposure to this school over time through combined events. Our transition was made easy by the instructors, as well as the great group of Black Belts who are generous with their own time and insights to help lower belts learn, advance, and succeed. Leading the school, Master Adam & Master Babits are energetic, enthusiastic, skilled, and probably most important, quality teachers. They're great at balancing instruction, fitness, discipline, and fun. While we do have fun, make no mistake - training/learning here means business. Perseverance is the key - and the lesson, which I appreciate. Every session is about effort, technique, and giving your best - always taking the next step to better yourself. Instruction & curriculum: Do you want to come to a structured class? The schedule is mostly of the post-workday sort, and varies across weekday evenings to give people a chance to select the right time for them, depending on what skill/belt level you're operating at. Saturday mornings are a chance for everyone to get a weekend work session in. The instruction rotates: "A" day is for learning, practicing, and perfecting your combinations and forms, while "B" day is for sparring and extra physical fitness concentration. These alternate throughout the month, usually punctuated twice by board-breaking days, held to work on the techniques to make controlled, high-impact contact. All of the classes have their own dynamic and help you add something new to your repertoire, even when practicing a standard element of your martial artistry. The emphasis is on making the basics second nature (cognitive, then emotional, then physical learning), so that you can add on more creative moves to expand your arsenal. Want to add more variety? WMA offers its "B.O.S.S." program to students in which, above and beyond normal instruction, students learn leadership skills and can introduce weapons training as an added skill to hone. These frequently take place mid-day on Saturday and can augment the usual class sessions. Looking for even more customization? Students are encouraged to set up time with instructors for individualized sessions, where you can get one-on-one coaching, ask questions, practice something more difficult for you, try new techniques, and fill in your tool kit. Here, you can unlock more defined ways to use your own unique qualities to your advantage. Beyond the mat, when it comes to creating a community, WMA excels. In class, I'm cheering on my fellow students as we all learn, train, sweat, and evolve together. Tournaments give an opportunity to demonstrate the skills honed during the hours we've put in. During Black Belt graduations, we have a chance to observe how high our fellow students can take the craft, and how admirably they've pushed themselves to achieve. Beyond that, special occasions like WMA's summer cook-outs and winter holiday celebrations are yet another way the collective group enjoys coming together. Even once-monthly Parents Night Out events give kids an opportunity to be with the same group of friends, but goof off with some fun activities to get the energy out (and as a parent, I can appreciate that). Various give-back-to-the-community collections take place to help out the less fortunate, too. Bottom line is that if you want a martial arts program with amenable schedule, quality structure, all-family-friendly atmosphere, and capable instructors, you can look pretty far without equaling World Martial Arts. I look forward to every session, and my kids do too. Highly recommended.