Martial Arts Schools near Wellesley

“My children have been attending classes with Shihan/Master Instructor Eric for more than 2 years. He is able to get kids who don’t enjoy sports to participate in class, which is the test of a good instructor. Shihan Eric is very attentive, gives specific instructions, and approaches children in a calm and friendly but no non-sense manner.Students earn physical games at the end of class that focus on skills needed to progress in martial arts (agility, speed, coordination, etc).“

“Bushido Martial Arts Academy has been a great place for our kiddo to grow and learn confidence, discipline, respect of others, and so much more. the family who runs the dojo are amazing and have been with us for about 5 years now. they have remained a positive constant in the lives of our child and have supported him in so many ways. highly recommend!!!“

“????? I originally signed my 5-year-old daughter up for classes at Korea Finest Taekwondo Academy (“KFTA”), and after just three weeks of watching her thrive, I decided to join the Black Belt Plus Program myself — and it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! This academy truly lives up to its name. The training has been amazing for both my mind and body, and I especially love the self-defense classes — they’ve become my absolute favorite. I feel stronger, more confident, happier, and safer every day. One of the best parts of coming daily is getting to connect with so many wonderful people — we’ve built friendships that go beyond the academy. We’ve been coming every single day because the environment is just that motivating. The instructors are patient, encouraging, and exceptionally good with kids. Thanks to them, my 5-year-old is always excited to attend class — no complaints, just joy! She’s proud to put on her Taekwondo uniform and always looks forward to training. It’s also deeply inspiring to see students of all ages, including elders, working hard toward their black belts. Some of my senior classmates followed Master Yang from a previous location and are happy to drive the extra miles just to continue training with him. He truly has a gift for teaching. In fact, some of my daughter’s classmates only want to train with him — and their parents are willing to drive 30–45 minutes for his classes! I even referred a good friend from Malden who now drives over an hour to train here with me. After just one month, she’s completely hooked and already considering the Black Belt Plus Program herself. If you're looking for a Taekwondo school that genuinely cares, challenges you to grow, and feel like a second home, ai highly recommend KFTA. You won't regret it!“

“Amazing place! Coach Dave is phenomenal—his expertise and passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are evident in his teaching style. He made sure to give personalized attention to everyone in the class, making me feel included and motivated.

The environment is incredibly supportive, and the fellow students were equally encouraging and friendly. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, NESF BJJ is the perfect place to train. Highly recommended!“

“I’ve brought my kids here for almost a year ! And the facility is very nice and clean so i would recommend them ??“

“Awesome group of people training at this gym! Was visiting from out of state and they were all really welcoming“

“Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy came to my company to help celebrate the Lunar New Year with their lion dance. We filled three floors of lobby space with our employees watching the performance and excitedly engaging with the lion. The way the lion interacted with the audience together with the music from the beating drums created such a fun and memorable experience for our employees. Thank you!“

“My wife and I decided to take some jiu-jitsu training so I looked up online the self-defense academy in Holliston and I contacted him so he said come and we will give you a free one night training session so we did go and we loved it. We decided to sign up for this ourselves and do some training. I’m gonna tell you you think you’re too old to learn no you’re not I am over 60 years old and I also normally go to the gym a few times a week. My wife is over 50 and she loves it. She also works out with me at the gym. When you meet the owner, who is the master instructor and his name is Jim he is super dynamite individual. He is also great encourager. Also all his instructors that do attend, his Academy are very down to earth and also very real. There are young teenagers that also go to the jiu-jitsu training session twice a week and these young people are also very down to earth and also very real.
I also suffer with severe PTSD from combat since joining this academy. It has been helping me tremendously. You can also see how Jim and also his instructors are very friendly caring they also tease you a little bit, but it’s all in fun . They really make you feel very relaxed when you walk into the dojo you feel peace from from it. My wife and I have only been going for a short time and we’re gonna continue to do this as as long as we can. Like I said you’re never too old to learn something new. Also, if you suffer with any form of stress, PTSD anxiety or whatever else is traveling you I highly recommend signing up. You will not regret it what I also like about Jim, including all the other instructors, they really make you feel a part of the group. They also encourage you. It’s easy to get frustrated when you are learning something new for the very first time they won’t let you give up they push you to the max. I have a lot of anger due to my PTSD and I’m on different medications so I can help manage all my anxiety and to keep my level down and stay away from my flashbacks. I can tell you right now since just in the short time that we have been there, I feel at peace with my PTSD. I encourage anyone who reads my post please check out this self-defense Academy. I think once you meet Jim and also the other instructors including the other students you’re gonna want to continue. If I could give this a 20 star rating, I would do it. It’s even better than going to the gym and believe me my wife and I love to work out together. I know you won’t regret learning this if you sign up and you’ll see what we experience. Check it out! it’s all well worth the training and also you will find one thing about Jim, which is very true. He is a man of great peace. I can see why he’s good at what he does because this man really does care about all his students, he wants people to learn jujutsu and he’s wanted to do whatever he can to help you learn it.“

“I'm constantly looking forward to my next class at Wu Dao. Shifu Lindsay Lambert is an excellent teacher with a broad range of martial arts expertise -- she often says that good Tai Chi is relevant to everything, mentioning principles of Choy Lay Fut, Sanda, Shuai Jiao, and other arts. The Tai Chi class environment is friendly and motivating, while also cultivating depth and seriousness when it comes to technique. It feels like the kind of training I want to be doing for a long time. I started attending not long after a surgery, and Shifu Lindsay checked in with me to make sure the training and conditioning was going well and feeling doable as I recovered. Every week I feel more and more natural in the foundational Tai Chi I'm learning, and Qigong and conditioning exercises have been perfect for getting mobile and flexible again after a period of inactivity. Soon I hope to start training in the Kung Fu classes as well. This place is the real deal!“

“Sensei Bobby and his team are outstanding. Our four year old son has been going to the dragon class for a year, and it’s made such a difference for his self confidence, ability to focus, and patience. We were initially unsure how a 3 year old could pay attention in a martial arts class, but we were astounded at how much kids can do. Sensei Bobbi has such a gift for teaching, and it’s so apparent how much joy he gets from it. He makes martial arts fun and engaging while also instilling discipline and respect for the sport. Kids walk out high fiving and hugging each other. It’s the highlight of my week as a parent watching the kids practice. What we love about the class is also in the structure. Sensei Bobby has the older kids demonstrate and serve as role models for the younger kids. He also brings a lot of his junior instructors to help, which means kids are constantly learning and teaching each other. Our son smiles every time he talks about martial arts all because of how amazing AMAC is. We can’t recommend it enough!“

“I have been going here for a couple of years and I love it. I was initially set to do a trial class on my own but I brought my fiance with me and he took to it as well. Having a chance to learn martial arts skills not only on my own but with my partner has not only improved both of our fitness and discipline, but it has made our connection better as well. If you are looking for a good martial arts school to go to, you should definitely go here!“

“Getting all 3 of my children involved in martial arts classes at REAL Martial Arts has been one of the best parenting decisions I have ever made. Sensi Paul teaches each student what REAL means in the dojo, which is spectacular, but this is what REAL means to me as a parent.R - reinforcing respect and positive behaviors in my children every time they take a class. My children have learned very quickly that the level of respect, responsibility and positive behaviors they practice in martial arts are valuable to use in their everyday lives.E - energy and excitement are a staple of each coach and instructor. Even if one of my kids isn’t having a great day, they are immediately energized and show excitement as soon as class starts.A - advantageous long-term benefits in my children’s self-confidence, physical and mental health. Not only are students learning martial arts, but they are also learning how the behaviors practiced in martial arts can be used in everyday life. These lessons will stay with my children for a lifetime.L - love. It is obvious that everyone who works at REAL Martial Arts loves their jobs. Their positive energy, positive messaging and attention to each student is remarkable.“

“Sensei Lukas is fantastic. Both my kids love this program. Great balance within each class of technique training, exercise, fun and life-lesson teaching. It's helped reenforce things we want to instill in our children like honesty, respect and self-discipline.“

“Wonderful experience with Sensei Jim & his team! Perfect for kids ages 3+ to learn the basics of karate, discipline, stranger danger, and more!“

“Excellent dojo to learn self-defense technics, karate, judo, kempo, etc… For all ages and all levels! Highly recommended!“

“An excellent place with passionate teachers.This is the first and only place my daughter looks forward to every session.“

“Dedicated staff and kids have learned so much, both physically and mentally. Great for all ages and skill levels. I highly recommend Villari's Martial Arts of Natick!“

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“I have been wanting to try martial arts for the last 6 years but life got in the way, as if often does. Recently, I realized that NOW was the time to try something that would not only help me with my physical health but mental health as well. When googling 'adult karate' in my neighborhood, I was pleasantly surprised to see a dojo close to me with very positive reviews. That was just a few months ago and I truly can't comprehend how much Sensei Rocky DiRico's dojo and his teachings has changed my life for the better. Sensei Rocky's dojo attracts exceptionally kind people (adults AND children) of all walks of life. The is a direct correlation to Sensei Rocky and the energy he puts into his teachings and just life in general. Since joining Sensei Rocky's dojo and taking karate lessons weekly, I find myself worrying less about things out of my control and just feeling mentally healthier and happier. I had heard many positive stories on how martial arts has helped children but had no idea how much it would help me as an adult as well. A huge thank you to Sensei Rocky!“

“Sensei Logan's natural leadership and teaching abilities are impressive. His level of skill, integrity, dedication, and kindness are impactful and exemplary. As parents, my husband and I appreciate that our two autistic children (currently ages 5 & 4) are valued members of the Dojo who are offered the same level of respect and dignity as any other student. A priceless fact that speaks very highly to the impressive character of Sensei Logan. We highly recommend SDSS Newton!“

“I am very glad to find this Taewondo school for my 5 years old son. We took the free trial lessons for 2 weeks ,and my son loved Taewondo and we decided to continue taking the class. My son is now in Yellow belt!The instructor are very professional and the facility is nice. I highly recommend this school to other people. I believe that Taekwondo is not only good for the physical but also helpful for goal setting, discipline, and focusing.“

“Our son has been going to Bay State Taekwondo for just about 1 year and we've seen huge growth with his behavior, confidence and athletic ability. Master Alves and his wife are welcoming and run a great facility. We've been very pleased with our experience!

Our son loved Master C from the moment he met him. He engages the kid's in a fun and silly way but also commands their respect. This type of approach keeps young kids coming back and builds their confidence along the way. Master Liam recently joined the studio and he and Master C make a strong duo. Their teaching styles really complement one another and both genuinely care for the students. We highly recommend Bay State for anyone who's looking for a great experience!“

“My child has been taking classes here for a month now and she loves it. It’s such a good outlet to learn manners and body control. Mr. Charles and the other instructors are so good with the kids and I’ve been pleased every time we have gone.“