I have been studying Uechi-Ryu karate since I was twelve years old. Upon my first visit as a young teen striving for black belt I knew that it was one of the best schools in New England if not the world. I started at another dojo and always admired the strong and poised students of Alan Azoff's Martial Arts Academy.
I was fortunate to get the opportunity to enroll there as I returned to Uechi-Ryu karate after a brief hiatus studying Judo. I chose the school as an adult knowing that it was a place of excellence, respect, and camaraderie.
The headmaster of this dojo is one of the best martial artists I've ever met in addition to being a gifted storyteller.... read full review
January 2010
Awesome! I have been taking Uechi Ryu here for over 10 years and can't say enough about it. Sensei Azoff is a wonderful instructor to both children and adults. Kids classes start as early as 5 (they are so cute!) and continue to adults of all ages. The classes are a great mix of men and women (boys and girls). This is a great sport to do after school or after work. Not only physically but also mentally. Uechi helps on your focus, coordination, and confidence to name a few. Not mention it is a great stress reliever! The facility is just beautiful and well cared for. Plus there is a gym right beneath the karate school. Many parents go work out while their child is... read full review
I have been studying Uechi-Ryu karate since I was twelve years old. Upon my first visit as a young teen striving for black belt I knew that it was one of the best schools in New England if not the world. I started at another dojo and always admired the strong and poised students of Alan Azoff's Martial Arts Academy. I was fortunate to get the opportunity to enroll there as I returned to Uechi-Ryu karate after a brief hiatus studying Judo. I chose the school as an adult knowing that it was a place of excellence, respect, and camaraderie. The headmaster of this dojo is one of the best martial artists I've ever met in addition to being a gifted storyteller.... read full review
Awesome! I have been taking Uechi Ryu here for over 10 years and can't say enough about it. Sensei Azoff is a wonderful instructor to both children and adults. Kids classes start as early as 5 (they are so cute!) and continue to adults of all ages. The classes are a great mix of men and women (boys and girls). This is a great sport to do after school or after work. Not only physically but also mentally. Uechi helps on your focus, coordination, and confidence to name a few. Not mention it is a great stress reliever! The facility is just beautiful and well cared for. Plus there is a gym right beneath the karate school. Many parents go work out while their child is... read full review