Martial Arts Schools near Whitestone

“The instructors at Nubreed Martial Arts Academy are outstanding, motivational and highly skilled creating a positive learning environment.
Nubreed Martial Arts Academy provides a welcoming atmosphere for everyone who walks through the door. The school is a supportive and accommodating environment where students(adults/kids) and families feel valued.
Nubreed offers a fun and engaging learning environment with a wide variety of martial arts programs to choose from. Students(adults/kids) have the opportunity to explore different disciplines, develop new skills, build confidence, and stay active while enjoying their training.“

“As a student of this school who's been coming for over 6 years, this is probably one of the best martial arts schools in all of NYC. The dojo is huge, and as a result it can handle tons of students. The instructors are amazing and feel very human. They adapt to your needs very well and make sure everyone succeeds. The community is phenomenal and everybody here is very friendly. The prices are very good considering the quality classes you receive. If you haven't taken martial arts before, this should be the first AND ONLY place you visit!“

“My son loves Taekwondo! I really appreciate how they teach kids discipline and respect. I also love that this place is not overcrowded, so every child gets attention. All of the masters are very kind and welcoming. Overall, we absolutely love this place and highly recommend it. Parking is easy, and there are always enough seats for parents to comfortably sit and watch their kids.“

“House of Champions ? S101 is the place to be if you’re looking to elevate your physical conditioning or sharpen your fighting skills.

Led by Sensei Jonathan, one of the kindest and most dedicated people you’ll ever meet, the academy offers top-level coaching in a welcoming and disciplined environment. Alongside him, you’ll train with outstanding instructors — each with their own unique teaching style, yet all fully committed to one mission: helping you become the best version of yourself.

Whether your goal is strength, confidence, technique, or personal growth, this place isn’t just a gym — it’s a community built to push you forward. ??“

“Great experience here, my son has been coming here for 2 years. Love the discipline, life skills and stranger danger tips being taught here!“

“Master Fernando is fantastic with the kids—he’s playful and engaging, yet knows exactly when to be firm and focused. Grandmaster puts them through a solid workout that really challenges them. This is a wonderful place for children to build confidence, discipline, respect, and so many other important values. Highly recommend!“

“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!“

“We have had a wonderful experience at this martial arts school. Since joining, my son has grown tremendously in both skill and character; thanks to the guidance, encouragement, and excellent instruction from the coaching team. The instructors are patient, dedicated, and truly invested in each student’s success.
In a short time, we have seen remarkable improvements in his confidence, discipline, focus, and martial arts skills. The positive and supportive environment helps children grow both on and off the mat.
We are truly grateful for everything the team has done for our son and highly recommend this school to any family looking for quality martial arts training and outstanding mentors.“

“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.“

“I recently completed an instructor course at AKM School, and it was an exceptional experience. The instructors were knowledgeable, approachable, and passionate about teaching. The curriculum was comprehensive, well-structured, and provided practical hands-on training. I feel confident and well-prepared to apply the skills I learned in my career. Highly recommended for anyone seeking quality instructor training!“

“Great workout! Jackie the yoga instructor is great, always paying attention to students to make sure we are in the correct posture.“

“Great place! Legit training and very clean and friendly. Great for families and all levels of martial artists!“

“I’ve been to a lot of places I’ve met a lot of different coaches. I’ve experienced energy from a lot of places. These guys are my favorite by far. I’d have to write a book in order to explain everything but go experience it for yourself.“

“I’ve been with blue moon since I was 4 and now I’m in high school and a black belt. I work here now too. I love this place with all my heart and the community is so kind and wonderful. Blue moon will forever be in my heart.“

“We absolutely love Tiger Schulmanns Manhasset . Every staff member is incredible and truly cares about the progress of the students. Our son looks forward to class every week and we have seen a major improvement in his confidence and attitude . We highly recommend to anyone thinking of joining !“

“Amazing experience with inspiring instructors who help you understand, develop and build your skills and knowledge base on Master Bruce Lee’s unique teachings. JKD is helping my soul mind and body reach it’s true potential in the most simplified ways.“

“I’ve been training with my daughter at Conley’s Gym for almost a year, and we couldn’t be happier. The entire team is welcoming, professional, and truly dedicated to their students. My daughter absolutely loves her classes, and I’m already excited to bring my younger one next year. Sifu creates an environment that’s both fun and challenging, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels. If you’re looking to learn mixed martial arts, build confidence, and get an excellent workout, I highly recommend Conley’s Gym.“

“Master Austin is an incredible instructor. He is disciplined and structured with the kids, which creates a great learning curve and helps them build focus, respect, and confidence. Champions Martial Arts has been a great experience for our family.“

“Great school. All the coaches are very knowledgeable and dedicated to martial arts. The sensai and his wife are extremely kind and understanding. Highly recommend going here to practice any martial arts.“

“My son decided to have a birthday party last minute and we decided to do it here. Sensei Omar and his entire team was nothing but professional, kind, and fun. From setting up the tables, to cleaning the huge mess afterwards and all of the amazing games and karate in between the birthday party was absolutely perfect. I cannot recommend this place enough. The kids had a blast and my son had the best birthday ever.“

“Excellent dojo. Great location, clean, inviting atmosphere. Sensei Novik is supportive and dedicated to his craft. Very good with beginners or people looking to get in shape. Great with kids. I've been a member for 6 years and am happy here.“

“Show ever dojo my arts technician hand and feet copus eyes sell it and showing my body my whole life practicing the art every news channel world wide. I practiced with Branden Lee me vs him“

“This gym is good, brather. Many bag, strong coach, but some people not listen, you know? I come every day because I am UFC champ, nobody can smash me here, only bag can smash. Sparring is not easy, brather—sometimes guy go crazy, think he is Conor, but I just wrestle, smash, and everybody humble after.Coach say “throw jab,” but I say to coach, “I am UFC champ, I throw what I want.” Brather, locker room is clean, but shower not so hot—you must be tough. If tired, you do like me: just brather. Drink water, brather, and come back tomorrow. Everybody respect UFC champ, everybody want picture, brather. Come to this gym, become mountain, become humble, and just brather.“

“We trialed the Little Tigers Program for two weeks (4 classes), and after his first class as an enrolled student, my son was excited to continue. He came home eager to show us what he had learned and couldn't stop talking about how much fun he had. The Strong Martial Arts team is family run, has deep community ties, and makes a genuine effort to know every student by name. Class sizes are small, and with multiple instructors providing guidance, each child receives plenty of attention. My son absolutely loves his classes and I've already noticed gradual positive changes.“

“I’ve been training at Arena Training Center for about five months, and signing up was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I did a lot of research before choosing a school, and this one stood out immediately.
The schedule is incredibly flexible, with consistent classes instead of just a few options each week. The coaches, Elvis and Peter, are not only knowledgeable but patient, intentional, and genuinely invested in your improvement. From day one, you feel welcomed by both the instructors and fellow students, whether you’re brand-new or experienced.
Since starting, my stamina, and even my mile time, have noticeably improved just from showing up consistently. I can’t recommend this place enough to anyone looking to get in shape, build real skills, and train in a positive, growth-focused environment.
I’m excited to keep improving and seeing how far I can go. The discipline and consistency I’m building here are already carrying over into other areas of my life.“

“Best decision I made this year. Been there for almost a month, I’ve lost 15 pounds. If you want to see real change this is the place to be.“

“My son used to do Tkd for a few years and after that joined JKD. He has been here for over 4-5 years now from the kids class to now the adults. He loves the school and the training has turned him into a confident person. The instructors here are passionate about what they teach and my son is comfortable with all the different angles from kicking, punching, to grappling. I can’t say enough good things about this place. He enjoys sparring and the wrestling and is always saying “daddy hurry up we’re gonna be late”. He makes me drive to their different schools so he can learn more. It’s built his endurance, muscle memory, and most of all his street smarts. The students here are awesome as well and they all help each other. As a parent I love watching them grow.“