About Cervizzi's Martial Art Academy
Cervizzi's Martial Arts Academy in Lynnfield is an exceptional institution that offers more than just self-defense training. Students learn valuable life skills such as discipline, self-respect, self-control, and confidence through the structured environment and dedicated instruction. The academy has adapted its teaching methods to include online learning and thoughtful in-person classes, ensuring the safety of its students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many families have witnessed the growth and benefits of attending Cervizzi's, with students of all ages and skill levels experiencing increased confidence, strength, and a sense of community. The academy's commitment to its students is evident in the personalized attention and support provided by the instructors, making it a highly recommended choice for anyone seeking to learn the art of karate.
Cervizzi’s Martial Arts in Lynnfield is Amazing. They teach more than just self-defense techniques and many of the benefits extend beyond karate. Students learn discipline, self-respect, self-control and confidence. These are benefits from instruction, effort in a structured environment. Post-covid-> the dojo enhanced their teaching offerings to include online learning as well as thoughtful in-person classes (limiting class size, taking temperatures, wearing masks, and cleaning between each class). Cervizzi’s Martial Arts in Lynnfield has been the one consistent activity during Covid and it is a testament to the dedication of the instructors and staff. Our daughter has been going for 4+ years. We saw how much she was growing that our son joined for the past 3+ years, and to make it a family bond, I joined 2 years ago. I have witnessed each of our growth. One annual tournament really stuck out to me. Our daughter entered a competition for weapons, forms, and sparring. Before the forms event, she had to speak in front of the judges (and about 75+ spectators). I felt nervous for her but the crowd didn’t impede her one bit. She remain focused and executed her form flawlessly. I share this specific moment because it is another benefit beyond classes: the ability to practice, practice, practice, execute and compete. We highly recommend Cervizzi’s Martial Arts Academy!
I cannot say enough good things about Cervizzi's in Lynnfield. My 9 yr old son can be very shy at times and he was really worried about giving the trial class a try, but after one class his assumptions about karate totally changed. My son felt safe, respected and nurtured right away, otherwise he would not have continued. He asks every single day if its a karate day and is eager to learn all of the forms and combinations essential for moving along in his skill level. Karate has helped him tremendously with working memory, crossing his midline and left/right strengthening. Sensei Diana is a true gem and such a gift to these children. She knows how to teach effectively and is able to keep track of everyones progress with an ease that will leave you astonished. She demands attention and respect from the children, while also leaving enough gentleness in her tone so the kids will approach her should they have questions or concerns they need to address. She is positive in speaking to them, but also makes her expectations VERY clear to the group. My son has become a part of a local community because of Cervizzi's. This has been helpful as he is a homeschooler, so being with a group of mixed aged children multiple times a week in a group setting has really rounded out the education we are giving him at home.
I cannot rave enough about Cervizzi's in Lynnfield. Both the child and the adult karate programs are awesome. Especially if you are an adult wanting to get physically fit and learn valuable self defense skills along the way, you need to check out the adult classes! My son has been a student since he was5yo and he still loves it at 11yo. My husband and I love the respect for others and confidence he has built up by working with the wonderful instructors. I would give them a five star review just based on that experience. Not only is their kids' program great, the adult karate program is awesome too! You might have seen my before and after picture posted by Sensei Diana. I like to say that I had a body by Doritos and now I have a Body by Sensei Diana. The adult karate class is more than just learning the forms. Every class starts with an intense full body workout to help you get cardio conditioning, muscle strength, balance and endurance. The best part is that Sensei Diana switches it up all the time, so you never know what to expect and the workout is constantly challenging your muscles. The class also focuses on the forms, combinations and strikes, as well as on grappling moves, sparring and other techniques, all of which continue the full body workout and further challenge your fitness level. I was really hesitant to join a class for teens and adults. When I started, I was 49 years old had recently had weight loss surgery. At the time I weighed about 225lbs. I had always wanted to try karate after watching my son all these years, and Sensei Diana encouraged me to try it. I was a little nervous about being in a class with kids in their teens and 20s, and older adults who had been doing karate for a while. Everyone in the class was accepting, encouraging, willing to help teach me the techniques when I needed help and just generally fun to hang out with. Sensei Diana modified any of the exercises I wasn't physically able to do. She also offered recommendations for stretches and exercises that I could put into my daily workouts at home to help build up my strength. It's been almost a year since I started and I love the class. I owe a huge deal to Sensei Diana for getting me into the shape I am now without making me feel like the old fat lady in the class, and encouraging me the whole way. I owe a huge deal to the students in the class for never making me feel like I didn't belong there. I owe a great deal to Senseis Luke and Alan too for helping me learn new skills. Cervizzi's is a fun, supportive environment and a heck of a good full body workout.