Martial Arts Schools near Emerson

“My boys have been going to Faustinis for a year and a half and it has been so wonderful. Sensei Lynn and Sensei Brianna are wonderful teachers! Karate has helped my kids with their attention spans and their confidence and has also really helped them learn how to work hard for something. I would recommend this place to anyone with grade-school aged children!“

“Bill Stevens is a great Karate coach for kids. Our kid loved his class, and insisted to come twice a week despite we sometimes would have a schedule conflict. Bill, in my opinion, invest a lot of time to make his class fun and educative. It’s not just a karate class, but a life lesson to teach the kids discipline while keeping them entertained.

Thank you Sensei!“

“great academy, passionate students and teachers, and competitive classes for those looking for elevated training.“

“Love it here! The instructors are awesome, know what they are doing, and totally supportive. It's a family atmosphere. I started my daughter and then a few months later I joined. Best decision ever.“

“I have been training at this gym for two months and feel my conditioning has been improving drastically. You get both a cardio workout and at the same time learn self defense. Highly recommend. Ricky the owner is a great guy and made me feel welcomed as soon as I stepped foot in the gym.“

“If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt the stress so common to consuming social media. It can make you feel sedentary, helpless, aimless, and even lonely. The remedy is to join DP Martial Arts Academy. You are given the opportunity to be active, given direction, and included as part of a community of friendly individuals and instructors who are disciplined in their craft.“

“Great place and great master! My daughter loves coming here and learning taekwondo. Besides martial arts, Master Shin teaches virtues such as honesty, respect, helping others etc. which are critical to developing kids to be good in life. Highly recommended!“

“Best Kumdo studio around, taught me a lot and best teachers!
Master Kim is the best!“

“Wonderful experience. Very professional and kid centered. Works on self esteem and discipline while helping children grow in all aspects. We highly recommend!! Master Lee is amazing!“

“At first, Evie was hesitant to join taekwondo. However , since starting the classes, she had truly enjoyed every session and even participated in open tournaments, which have greatly improved her self confidence.
The instructors are so kind and attentive to the kids .
I would highly recommend this centre to anyone considering enrolling their kids.“

“NY United BJJ has truly changed my life. I decided to join a class on a whim, and almost two years later it’s become a foundation of my life. Besides what I’ve gained physically, it’s changed my outlook on life, inspiring me to value discipline, commitment and to believe in myself.

Khyl is an amazing instructor. He’s tough and will push you to your limit—no games or excuses here. But he truly cares, so it’s a rare combination of motivation without the harshness.

The team is beyond wonderful . I had no athletic experience at all, and still everyone was so welcoming and willing to help me learn. There’s a sense of deep humility and a pure desire to share with others, regardless of belt level.

I truly have no words to describe what this school has done for me. If you want authenticity, focus and pure drive—this is where it’s at.“

“I started taking my son here a few weeks ago. He is a really, really shy 4 year old who has been struggling with his confidence so I had low expectations when it came to him participating in the class. He has totally come alive in these classes and fully participates the entire time with no tears. He’s even raising his hand to volunteer. His confidence and self esteem are through the roof. Master Lee is amazing with the kids and knows how to get them engaged while also making it fun.“

“Coach Orlando and Coach Jay do a fantastic Job in teaching my son Muay Thai and BJJ, they have been teaching my son for a year now. They both have a positive attitude and make the experience fun and challenging for my son to excel.“

“This place has been life changing for my family! Can’t say how please I am with everything. Such a safe environment for young adults with a great vibe! It’s a pleasure to be part of this community. 10 stars!!!!“

“TSMA Englewood has completely transformed me—physically, mentally, and socially. Before I started training here, I was just an average Asian Joe, unsure of myself and what I was capable of. I could barely make it through half a class, both physically and mentally, and my shyness held me back from truly connecting with others.

But six months later, everything has changed.

Now, I train 5 days a week while working 6 days, and I feel stronger and more resilient than I ever thought possible. I’ve gone from avoiding conversations to starting them with confidence, from feeling average to realizing that I’m capable of so much more than I ever imagined.

The program here is nothing short of life-changing. The instructors are passionate and supportive, and my classmates are genuinely encouraging and uplifting. It’s a community that pushes you to be your best self, even on the toughest days.

From my personal experience, I’ve learned that once you reach the point where you truly believe you can do anything with effort, you become unstoppable. Fearless. Limitless. There’s no obstacle too big, no goal too far away.

This journey has taught me the power of persistence and self-belief. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, and I know this is just the beginning. To anyone doubting themselves: trust the process, embrace the pain, enjoy the suffering and never stop pushing. You’re stronger than your excuses, you’re tougher than your belly fat!

Good job to me—and to the amazing team at TSMA Englewood for helping me unlock this version of myself. Here’s to even greater heights ahead!“

“Great place for anyone; from small kids to adults. Very positive and friendly atmosphere, while teaching respect and discipline. It really shows that their priority is to teach and see their students improve and advance. Very pleased with my daughters progress, looking forward to more tournaments/trophy's.“

“My son has been coming for the past 3 years and has been one of his greatest experiences. Teachers and team are extremely dedicated. They engage the students through the entire classes. Great opportunity to have the kiddos learn self defense, values and discipline while having fun! Kudos to Master Michael and Master Choi“

“Tiger Schulman’s in Ramsey is the best, top notch Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing classes for kids!! We have both our kids (ages 9 and 5) enrolled for over 2 years and we have nothing but great things to say!! Ryan and Andrew are both amazing instructors and Sensei Rapoport runs a great program. Highly highly recommend!!“

“Great atmosphere. Beautiful and fun to train and learn some serious self defense and skills that will go beyond the mat.“

“We’ve had a wonderful experience with Chon-Ji Academy! Our 7-year-old son now 8 absolutely loves going to class — he’s always excited and full of energy when it’s time for training. The instructors are patient, kind, and encouraging, while still teaching discipline and respect. We’ve seen big improvements in his focus at, confidence, and listening skills — his teacher even mentioned it! While he still gets distracted at home sometimes (as kids do ?) The environment is very family-friendly and positive, and they truly care about each student. Highly recommended for any parent looking for a great martial arts program for kids!“

“I (and my son (7 years old) have been training at 5150 for more than a year. This is a truly amazing place and I highly recommend it to anyone. For years, I tried a number of places to continue learning MMA; however, it never worked until I found Professor O'Keeffe. He is caring, thoughtful, skillful, fun, and tough all at the same time, which is a rare combination. He has a contagious love for jiu-jitsu and the innate ability to teach. My son also loves going to train. He has learning valuable skills (on and off the mat), has gained confidence and has fun. Professor Shapiro not only teaches valuable skills but also makes the classes fun and engaging. All and all, my family feels very lucky we found 5150 and recommended it to everyone.“

“Master Song is deeply passionate about teaching Taekwondo and instills a strong sense of discipline in his students. He maintains a friendly and encouraging atmosphere in his classes, while also ensuring that his students understand and respect the strictness required to master Taekwondo. This school is highly recommended!“

“This school has been a great experience for my 11-year old son for the last 2.5 years! He is very fond of Master Sam and is learning a great deal!“

“This is an incredible school. My son loves it (5 yo) and I can tell he is improving. Thank you Master Kim and Staff!“

“Great classes. Master Joe is good with the kids... Perfect place for kids to learn discipline.“

“We’ve been going for over six months now and it’s just wonderful. Mr. Min is fantastic!!“