Martial Arts Schools near New City

“This is a terrific school. The knowledgeable instructors create a positive, motivating environment for students to learn Taekwondo and develop their skills. They emphasize careful listening, respect, hard work, and humility. We value the way they relate to kids using compassion, humor, and age-appropriate methods yet consistently call on them to focus and follow rules.“

“Renzo Gracie Rockland Jiu-Jitsu is truly an exceptional academy. The professors are absolutely amazing and have an incredible attention to detail. They consistently go above and beyond to make sure every student not only understands the techniques being taught, but is also applying them correctly during class. While students are rolling, the professors are constantly coaching, reminding them of strategies, and helping them sharpen their skills in real time.

What truly sets this place apart is how nurturing and genuinely caring the instructors are, especially with the kids. They continuously push them to grow, improve, and build confidence each day in such a positive and encouraging environment. Our boys have been treated like family since the moment they started, and that means everything to us.

My husband and I were so inspired that we even decided to start taking classes ourselves, and I’ve already learned so much after just one class. The atmosphere is welcoming, motivating, and filled with passion for the art of jiu-jitsu. I cannot recommend Renzo Gracie Rockland highly enough for anyone looking for top-tier instruction, a supportive community, and an amazing experience for both kids and adults.“

“We love this place and our son feels so safe. They are so understanding of him and make accommodations when needed. I tell everyone about them and how they meet him at his level. It was hard finding someone who would help especially with his Autism.“

“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.“

“Rigoro gym is truly the best. The instructors are all phenomenal and beyond helpful. This gym wants you to be successful. There is a great community of people, I have made some good friends along the way. Such a great experience! If anyone is looking for a good gym this would be the one!!!“

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

Love it….“

“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.“

“My Daughter loves this place. I can't speak highly enough of the staff who make it both educational and very fun for all the kids. ??“

“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!!“

“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.“

“I have been involved in the martial arts for 30 years and Mr. Clifford is one of the best teachers I have had the pleasure to learn from. His depth of martial arts knowledge and his teaching methodology are incredible. Highly recommended!“

“The best place for martial arts training.
Thanks Sensei Yuri you're amazing“

“Honestly couldn’t be better the kids. Expects the same from each student; listening, building confidence. My daughter absolutely loves Grand Master Cha. My son has been asking to join.“

“Sir Charles is a dedicated, passionate, knowledgeable and patient mentor, trainer and friend. For those serious about training well and hard this is the best place in rockland.“

“In this program my child has developed motor skills such as balance, coordination, agility and above all Discipline that have led him to be champion number ? 1 in multiple tournaments“

“We cannot say enough wonderful things about Tigers Claw’s kids classes. My son started when he was 3.5 and just finished his first week of camp. Sensei Caitlin and the whole team are amazing! Strongly recommend!!“

“A Truly Exceptional Karate School — For Both Kids and Adults

Mac Albus Shukokai Karate is everything you could hope for in a martial arts school and more. They are absolutely incredible with both kids and adults. Every single black belt in the school is willing to share their knowledge, support newer students, and help lower belts develop real skill and confidence. You can feel that each instructor carries forward the experience, discipline, and spirit passed down by Shihan Mac Albus himself.

Their love and dedication to the karate community that Shihan Mac has built is on display every single day.

As an adult returning to the sport after nearly 30 years, I’ll admit—I was intimidated walking into an adult class full of black belts. But that feeling disappeared after my very first class. The black belts were welcoming, patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and knew exactly how to mentor someone restarting their martial arts journey. It was the perfect environment to grow without feeling judged.

I’ve also seen this same level of care in how my son has been treated. In the two years he’s been attending, his confidence and skills have grown tremendously. The school doesn’t just teach karate—they teach leadership. Through their Jr. Instructor program, opportunities to demonstrate techniques early on, and a culture where higher belts are encouraged to help lower belts, the kids learn responsibility, humility, and how to support others.

This is more than a dojo. It’s a family, a community, and a place where students of all ages can thrive. Mac Albus Shukokai Karate is simply outstanding, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.“

“Alan is a excellent professor. He taught me how to safely detain students with his art. He made my entry into brazil jiu jitsu easy. Thanks Alan.“

“We as members are united in mutual friendship. Sensei Arny is the best. A combination of a great taekwondo teacher, a spiritual leader, a sensitive, and very funny person. My two sons really developed as athletes and as good people at the workout place. And they really enjoyed coming there multiple times each week.“

“It's so well run and my son loves the classes (and it's the only thing that has stuck!). I'm glad we discovered this dojo!“

“My son has been going to J Y Moon Taekwondo and he did their afterschool in summer camp although he’s outgrown after school in summer camp. He really had a good time and formed a good community there. Grand Master is an excellent instructor and a good community overall and they get good exercise and lessons.“