Martial Arts Schools near Dobbs Ferry

“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Edge! I have 2 young children at Edge and they are thriving. Karate, overall, seems great for kids' development, but the team at Edge is extra special.

My children have had Senseis Eric and Jackie and both are really wonderful with young children. My Littles have wildly different personalities, and both are thriving due to the way Edge folks instruct, support, and guide them. The Senseis make the inherent challenge of karate (emotionally) safe and accessible to even young children. We are delighted to continue karate at Edge and tell our friends to come join us!“

“Sensei Chris and staff are top notch. From day one we felt welcome and my grandson loved the classes and teachers. They have a great approach with the kids. Class is structured but always has some nice humor mixed in for the kids. I brought my son here over 25 years ago and it’s lovely to see the school continuing under the same family.“

“Great taekwondo spot, I feel like bringing my child has helped him be more physically active and listen better to instruction, great staff and value“

“The staff is so patient with the kids and parents alike! They also really encourage the students to push through and do their best whilst making class fun!“

“AMA has been so good for our son. Eliminating fear and instilling confidence has been our experience.
Instructors are thorough and focus on development while also giving the students opportunities.
I encourage anyone looking to sign up their children to Martial Arts classes to come to Achieve Marital Arts.“

“Kids love it here. The senseis are amazing and awesome teachers. They have a summer camp option for the kids too!“

“My son and daughter have been attending Master Kim's Scarsdale Taekwondo for about a year now, and I am so glad we started. They’ve tried other sports, but Taekwondo is by far their favorite. It’s wonderful to see them enjoying it so much and always trying their best. What I love most is the instructors—you can tell they truly love kids, and they teach with so much energy and friendliness. I am incredibly satisfied and highly recommend this place!“

“Top of line kickboxing Martial arts school w high level instructors. Everyone is always super inviting and Ricky always have top notch guys there that will elevate your game.
Thank you 🙏🙏🙏“

“A fantastic place for your child to learn and grow as a dancer! They have such a wonderful and welcoming community there.“

“We couldn’t be more proud to be part of the 5150 Martial Arts family! The instructors and community are truly amazing, supportive, disciplined, and inspiring every step of the way.

A huge shoutout to my daughter for earning her high yellow belt after 4 years of dedication and hard work! Watching her grow in confidence, strength, and perseverance has been incredible. This place is about so much more than martial arts, it’s about building character and lifelong skills. Highly recommend!“

“My daughter loves her taekwondo classes. She began in an enrichment class offered by iPlus One Academy down the road, and continued during the summer at the studio. Master Isaac is wonderful with the children, and an exemplary instructor. These classes have helped my daughter with her confidence, listening skills, and physical strength. The belt testings are very organized, and create great memories. I would recommend Master J to anyone considering learning or enrolling their children in taekwondo!“

“I absolutely love coming to this school. I came here 6 years ago with the goal of wanting to learn self-defense with absolutely no prior athletic experience. I was welcomed with open arms by the staff and students, who were so kind and patient while working with me. I’m so happy I stayed and continue to practice my skills. The community here feels like family and I have made long lasting friendships here. If you are an adult who needs to find a healthy “third space” Renzo Gracie Rockland is the place to be!
Also, the owners, Omar and Arelis Jimenez are amazing people. They really care for all their students and want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe in the environment. Safety is very important in this school.“

“This is the best gym I've ever been a part of, and I've trained in martial arts for years. The staff is incredible and my son has gained a ton of confidence from being here.“

“I've had both my kids at triumph going on our 3rd year. Great instructors, always displaying respect and discipline which should be central in any tkd program. Master oh always shows positivity and this studio has flexible class scheduling for my kids. Don't hesitate, good people here.“

“We’ve had a wonderful experience with my son’s kendo lessons. Master Kim is patient, respectful, and incredibly skilled at working with children. He creates a structured yet encouraging environment that teaches not only kendo techniques, but also discipline, focus, confidence, and respect for others.

My son looks forward to every class and has grown so much — both physically and mentally — since starting. Master Kim takes the time to guide each student and make sure they feel supported, regardless of skill level. It’s clear he truly cares about the students and the art of kendo.

I highly recommend these lessons to any parent looking for a meaningful and enriching martial arts experience for their child.“

“Highly recommend this place for all parents who want their children to gain self confidence, discipline overall respect for others…

Love it….“

“My son started karate here over a year ago and we couldn't be happier. Signed my daughter up once she turned 4. All the instructors are very well trained and patience with the little ones. Shihan Baxter is world-renowned but still has time to teach the little dragons.“

“My child has been going to these classes for 9 months ! He's had a lot of fun and he's focused more in his school, I really recommend these classes for your kids!“

“Hong Ik Taekwondo profoundly impacted my teenager’s life, transforming his shyness into lasting confidence, focus, and inner calm. This isn't just a martial arts school; it's a catalyst for significant personal growth.

I wholeheartedly recommend Hong Ik Bronxville/all sites for children or for any young adults. It instills invaluable discipline, respect, and self-belief.

Adults will discover a powerful path to enhanced physical vitality, mental clarity, and overall well-being. It's a truly exceptional place that delivers genuine, positive change to mind, body & spirit.

Thank you Master Oh & your amazing team for guiding our son.“

“I have my twins enrolled at Tiger Schulmann’s, and in a few weeks I’ve already noticed a positive difference in their coordination and overall confidence. The instructors do an amazing job encouraging growth while also keeping the environment supportive, motivating and fun! The instructors genuinely care, and it is obvious in the way they work with each child in every single class.
My son is becoming more resilient and confident and my daughter, is starting to feel more comfortable and positive about herself. It’s been great to see both of them grow, not just physically but mentally.
Overall, we are very happy with our experience and would highly recommend this located to all parents. 🥋🌟“

“I was searching for a female-friendly space to learn self-defense when I found this gym, and it has easily been one of my best finds of 2025. Coaches Jhaydon and Orlando are exceptional—supportive, encouraging, and highly skilled. Their coaching in Muay Thai and BJJ has helped me build confidence while training in an environment that is both welcoming and disciplined. I’m equally grateful for the community here; it’s a place where I feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely supported as I learn. If you’re a woman looking for an MMA gym, I can’t recommend this place enough.“

“Our Nory has been taking Master Cosmo’s lessons for over 18 months now. Master Cosmo and his team are excellent with encouraging discipline and focus while also encouraging room for improvement, and most importantly respect amongst her peers that segway into other areas. Highly recommend Master Cosmo’s school to any parent looking for a positive active atmosphere!“

“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.“

“Amazing school! 10/10 I recommend. My 2 boys have been attending this school for 5 years now. They are black belts competing in multiple tournaments here in the local area as well as internationally in South Korea and winning 1st and 2nd place multiple times. They are an extension of our family and I would recommend over and over again!“

“My son has been going here for years and he loves it! Great for his self esteem and physical strength“

“Our kids love it at Tiger Kim’s! We have been going for over a year and really like the way the instructors teach the kids, young or older.
We also like the summer camp which accelerates their progress.“

“Our two sons recently completed their martial arts training at Arena Training Center, and we could not be happier with our experience. The only regret we have is that we didn’t find this place earlier and now we have to move to a different state. Coach Peter is an outstanding instructor who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and genuinely invested in the success of his students. Our boys not only developed strong Brazilian Jiu Jitsu skills but also gained confidence, discipline, respect, and perseverance. Under Coach Peter’s guidance, they competed in multiple BJJ tournaments and were fortunate to win several medals. More importantly, they learned valuable life lessons that extend beyond the mats.

The family-friendly environment at Arena Training Center makes it a special place for children to grow as athletes, and also as individuals. We are extremely grateful to Coach Peter and the entire team for their commitment.
Our family highly recommend Arena Training Center to anyone looking for high quality martial arts instruction for their kids. We are going to miss this place!“