About Valdez Institute Of Self Defense
Valdez Institute Of Self Defense is a martial arts school in Union City, NJ that teaches Jeet Kune Do, Yip Man Wing Chun, and Filipino martial arts. They offer classes for adults, teens, and children ages 5 and up. The school's instructors are praised for being amazing, funny, thoughtful, and patient. Students appreciate the instructors' ability to ensure understanding of the material and the supportive atmosphere within the dojo. The school is highly recommended, with students reporting positive physical, mental, and emotional benefits from their training. Students mention feeling stronger, more confident, disciplined, and better about themselves. They also find the self defense skills taught to be effective and easy to learn.
Over the years I always wanted my kids to feel Inclusive and be able to socialize outside of school grounds and be active in a place they can feel comfortable and safe.
My eldest was a student of theirs and is always welcomed. My now 2nd child and other son has now entered. What I have always appreciate is the motivation and confidence they build into the children.
It feels welcoming to come in. Not just for students but also parents as well. The staff members are very helpful and respectful people. I would recommend it to my family and friends and everyone who does walk/drive/ or even Google this place up.
My boys attended the Little Dragons group. They had so much fun, they were interested and very motivated. The instructor is wonderful with young kids and teaches discipline through play. You are doing an amazing job! Wish you all the best.
This is by far the best martial arts school that you will find in the area. Master Anthony Valdez is an amazing martial artist and great person. I have personally witnessed his instructional and combat abilities--he is top notch as annointed by various martial arts experts as a more than qualified teacher. Having studied with his own master instructor who owns a school in the Belleville area, I can attest to the wonders in one's character and physical performance since I've been on-and-off involved with the team for almost 30 years. The instructor is very welcoming and equally great with students and adults. Even better, he occasionally might have guest instructors that...read full review