Sensei Drago and Sensei Raul are awesome!! We've been training with a bunch of different self…read moredefense techniques from different attack vectors and methods. It's a great learning environment and the instruction is helpful for both beginners and folks who have practiced martial arts before.

From the owner: Krav Maga is a modern martial arts system created for the Israeli Defense Forces and Isreali…read moreSecurity Forces. Our system takes techniques and concepts from various systems to include striking, takedowns, weapon defense, and defensive ground work. Krav Maga is a 'life-or-death' self defense style and is designed to be simple, efficient, and aggressive. Our mission is to give you the confidence and tools you need to put the odds in your favor to survive a life or death situation.

After being with a dojo for almost three years, it was difficult for my son to say goodbye, but so…read morefar Coach Ray has made it a great experience for him. He is tough but kind and makes his teaching practical and real-life applicable. He does more than show "how"; he shows "why" too, which is an important aspect of teaching. This is no belt-selling program. It's a tough workout and translates to being able to fight in real life. Coach Ray has my approval and certainly has my son's too.

This place is great! All the trainers are awesome and they all teach the class different, so you…read moreare always getting a new workout. I lost 30 pounds and had fun doing it. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great fun workout.

As I'm getting older I realize I need to do more to take care of myself. Going to the gym wasn't…read moredoing it because I had nobody to go with. No incentive. I remembered my son going to UTC as a child. The people were always friendly and patient. I decided to sign up. It's always been a dream of mine to study some sort of marital art. Not for self defense but for the discipline and fun. Master Kwak has delivered on all levels. Even though I'm a beginner he takes the time to work with me and encourage me. I'm so glad I'm doing this. All I can say is that if you're interested in Taekwondo stop by and speak with Master Kwak - you'll be glad you did. Five stars from me!!!

Simply put, an excellent school where kids are treated with great instruction. UTC offers a great…read morebalance of playful stimulation and discipline needed to progress. My son has been attending classes for a little over 2 months and has loved it since the first day. He has grown tremendously in confidence, respect, endurance and agility. I have seen incredible progress made by kids younger than him as well. Master Arthur, Master Kwak, Master Ryan and all instructors are very professional, friendly, kind, encouraging, and most of all passionate. Not only are they teaching the students Taekwondo skills, they are also teaching them life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and respect. I HIGHLY recommend UTC Taekwondo!

We love this martial arts studio. This is not your typical, punch, kick and break boards school…read more Their hybrid style of self defense and personal growth is creative and wonderful for children. My only regret is I didn't sign them my kids up sooner. The Sensei and Sempai are very good at what they do. They are patient, encouraging and fun. I recommend them to all my friends with kids that need to burn off steam, have fun and learn some life skills.

When my daughter told me she was interested in trying martial arts, I was a bit nervous to be…read morehonest. I remember my experience as a child was somewhat mixed in terms of how it made me feel about myself and what was required. Waverly Martial Arts has been nothing but positive, encouraging and supportive. I like that the little ones don't have to spar each other, but they do have partner work to hone their skills. They play games to learn some skills and are very well entertained. The amount of movement & exercise is top notch, not to mention, there is often music playing, and I can't help but rock out during the entire class. This has been an excellent experience & I'm hopeful that my son will show interest one day as well! This school is outstanding.

My Personal Experience with Carlos Henrique Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu…read more This post reflects my family's personal experience after being involved with the academy for approximately six years. During that time, my son was extremely dedicated to the program and is an avid competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For over five years, he was at the academy almost every day from approximately 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. He would arrive early to assist with coaching younger students for two classes and then stay to train for two classes himself. We invested a tremendous amount of time, travel, and resources so he could compete at tournaments around the United States. Unfortunately, during that time my son experienced what we perceived as ongoing bullying behavior from another coach/parent at the academy. From our perspective, he was ridiculed, made fun of, and demoralized in front of others, which negatively impacted his confidence and emotional well-being. We raised concerns but did not feel the situation was adequately addressed. During the COVID shutdown, families continued to be charged full tuition while the academy was closed. We were told online classes would be provided, but in our experience those were limited or did not occur as expected. The academy also holds belt promotions twice a year that include a promotion fee (approximately $150). Families considering enrollment should be aware of those additional costs. When we ultimately decided to leave the academy, the transition felt uncomfortable and we felt discouraged from training elsewhere. This post reflects our family's personal experience after six years at the academy. Other families may have different experiences, but I believe parents should have full information when deciding where their children train. We have been gone for over two years now BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE EVER MADE. My son is excelling and learning to enjoy the art and sport of JIU JITSU AND COMMUNITY.

Going there myself with my 2 kids (different classes of course) for the lat 2.5 years and still…read moreloving it! Professor Carlos and Flavia created an amazing community besides top level school autentic BJJ!!! Highly recommend this school!!!

Center Island Aikido is BY FAR the best value for Aikido instruction on Long Island. Monthly fees…read moreare very low, and members may attend as many classes as they wish. The dojo is well-lit, clean and spacious, with wall-to-wall high-quality tatami mats on the floor. All instructors are volunteers (which helps keep the fees low), and most have been with the organization for many years. They are very dedicated to the study of Aikido. Many started out in different martial arts backgrounds and bring diverse and valuable perspectives to their Aikido instruction. A student who attends different classes will experience softer styles or more martial styles, acquire exposure to Zen philosophy, and even learn physics that make Aikido so effective and engaging. Aikido's underpinning philosophy does not encourage competition. The goal of Aikido is to blend with and neutralize attacks with as little physical harm to the attacker as is possible, making this a preferred martial art for law enforcement and other institutional personnel to utilize. Since the practice does not involve repetitive kicks and punches, injuries to the practitioner's joints and tissues are largely avoided. Students are instructed in techniques for preventing injury when falling, making this a practical study for anyone who wants to remain active and reduce the chance of severe injuries into old age. I have been to several dojos on Long Island and New York City, and, of those that provide Aikido instruction, Center Island Aikido is my favorite. The instructors and students are definitely the very best part of it!

I have been studying Tai-Chi-Chuan here for approximately 4 years and started here on the…read morerecommendation of my doctor. My teacher, Bob Klein, is incredibly knowledgeable, but humble, patient and kind. He doesn't just teach what the movements of the form look like, he teaches all the inner mechanics which are what make it so beneficial to one's health and the way one feels. It also is what makes it so much fun and interesting. I always say I don't know which it helps more, my body or my brain! He teaches Qigong along with the Tai Chi, in preparation for the movements. He not only teaches you the health benefits of Tai Chi but the martial art aspects of it as well. There are classes for self defence and push hands as well. I noticed after studying with Bob for a while that I was able to apply the movements that I learned in class to the ways I moved in daily life (which has put a lot less strain on my joints) and the philosophies we learned in class that are part of Tai Chi Chuan have helped to reduce stress and to put things in better perspective. When I leave class, my mind is cleared, breathing is slower and if I came in stressed, I leave calm. I feel gratitude for each class. What is so nice about these classes is that one is never made to feel silly or embarrassed no matter how uncoordinated you feel (and believe me, I was very uncoordinated when I first started). He just wants you to learn it so you can get the same benefits and joy that he does from it and he will work with you in whatever way you need to achieve that. Bob encourages questions and never treats any question as silly. He is always happy to patiently go over whatever you need him to. I always come out of class learning something new. If I were to say I really loved going to class or that it has helped me enormously, it would be an understatement. It has literally changed my life. I had a serious accident approximately 3 1/2 years ago seriously injuring my back, ribs and elbow which required surgery. I felt like I could never be the same active person that I had always been. This was just a few months after I had started studying with Bob. I was not able to return to class for 6 months, but fortunately I had his DVD's to work with. As soon as I got out of the hospital I practiced my qigong and form using his DVD's . I was told I would need back surgery (but didn't have it) and that I could never open my arm fully again. I returned to class as soon as I was able to and could drive. I take several classes a week with Bob and practice at home. With class and practice, I cannot believe how good my back feels and I shocked my surgeon by being able to fully open my arm. I can be myself again. In the process I have also come a long way in my understanding of Tai chi. I think this school is unique in the amount of attention each person receives in class, the depth of Bob's knowledge, and the amount of attention to details he provides. It makes all the difference in the way one does the form. Most importantly, Bob and his wife, Jean, who is also certified to teach, and quite often gives us the benefit of her presence in the class as well, create a wonderful environment to learn in, one in which no one ever feels judged. Thank you Bob!

From the owner: We teach Tai-chi, including Yang and Chen forms, animal and weapons forms, chi-gung, push hands,…read morehealing and self defense (Tai-chi-Chuan). We also have over 70 instructional dvds as well as books on Tai-chi.