Martial Arts Schools near Fairfield

“Definitely the place to be if you have experience in Judo or interested in trying it out. It’s really big on safety and creating an atmosphere where you can move and learn at your own pace. No reason to be super fit or strong to come to this dojo. People of all shapes and sizes are welcomed. The sensei’s will critique your judo along and increase your appreciation for the sport. So if you’re just looking for a good workout, learning self defense or compete - this place is for you.“

“The absolute team is incredible and make it interesting and active. I see so much improvement in my son and the teams directions are well constructed.“

“This is much more than a karate school; this is a community. It's been great for my entire family.“

“My 4 year old daughter loves Master Kim’s! The entire staff is amazing with kids. She struggled with patience and waiting her turn. Since beginning Tae Kwon Do, she has really grown in many areas including her focus and patience. This is an amazing place for all ages. I highly recommend.“

“our son LOVED his week at nature camp! he is really happy and enjoyed exploring the forest and learning about all of its inhabitants while making friends. Candace and Ray were so welcoming and understanding of kids who need a little extra time to feel comfortable in a new environment. at the end of the program our son was so confident and proud to take us on the trail their group would take. so glad we decided to sign him up for camp and that there is a nature program that also involves discovering and studying the environment a little further. looking forward to going to camps again in the future!“

“My son loves attending classes he looks forward to it every week. Mr L and Mr D keep the kids engaged and enthusiastic combining fun with structure, learning new skills each class“

“Laid back atmosphere, open minded and helpful instructor. Very grateful to have found this gym“

“Master Ed and All Star TKD are awesome!Convenient Class Times and great confidence builder for kids!“

“I have been a member of CruzMMA for about 2 weeks now and my experience has been nothing short of amazing. All instructors are clear and concise with instructions. It is a competitive environment but everyone at the gym is nice and truly cares about each other. I have improved technique and form in a short matter of time. Professor Plinio and Professor Thiago are the best instructors I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend CruzMMA if you live in the area or if you are looking for a new environment to get great training.“

“My son is obsessed with going to Karate every week! I would highly recommend checking this place out.“

“Master Lee is an amazing person and extremely knowledgeable about the philosophy of martial arts. In addition, he is an excellent instructor. I highly recommend his facility. My 13 year old son loves going to Master Lee's facility.“

“Positive and encouraging environment, our child has memorized the schedule and is always enthusiastic about going. We love that respect and focus are core tenets of this dojang. After trials a several martial arts facilities, we have found our home here!“

“AMPED is the real deal! Beyond impressed with the training and knowledge my son is receiving. Master John is great with the kids, my son has learned so much already and looks forward to going twice a week. We love watching him too! Can't wait for my younger son to join next year !!“

“New Jersey Tae Kwon Do Chung Do Kwan has been an amazing experience for our youngest child, who sometimes takes a while to warm up to people and new situations. Yet within a couple of weeks, we saw in him a new confidence and an eagerness to attend class and demonstrate his newfound skills, which was a big change, especially with other sports we had tried.Steve is a kind of kid-whisperer in how he teaches classes, instilling in the students a healthy respect for the traditions of tae kwon do and providing encouragement every step of the way. Our child progressed through increasing belt levels regularly, and he was deservedly proud of his accomplishments. The space itself is airy, clean and well-lighted, which makes it a pleasure to visit. We're thankful for the positive impact it's had on our kid!“

“Enrolling my son in this class has been the best decision I've ever made. He has been attending class for years and has worked his way to a brown belt with the help and encouragement of Sensei Luis and Sensei Mark. They have a way of commanding respect but also making the journey fun and engaging. I am ever so grateful for their hard work and patience. Money and time well spent!“

“My kid loves coming here, which is probably the highest praise you can give. Sensei is very easy going and just wonderful with the kids. Highly recommended.“

“Very awesome place. I love their test days. Art work. Best master and student relationships. Master Brian’s eyes catches every detail, very supportive.“

“Capoeira is great here. The friendly staff and supportive environment make it a safe place for families to come and enjoy themselves.“

“Mr. Parks is the best!!! He is a great teacher and a great person!! Come here for great lessons!“

“Even though Mooshim is nowhere near where I live, I can tell you that this Taekwondo school is outstanding. I met Master Amy several years ago while training at my local dojang. We became friendly and I know that her biggest passion in life is Taekwondo (OK...maybe a close second to her family! She does love them!). Master Amy has trained under multiple TKD Grandmasters and brings a refreshing perspective to the art: a perfect combination of traditional martial arts, fitness and sports acumen. Master Amy cares deeply about every one of her students and truly gets joy out of watching their growth and success. When covid shut everything down in March, I started training with her and her students online. She shifted gears and created asynchronous content for her students to access - but, more importantly, kept the flow of live classes going using zoom. Online-only classes continued until some of the restrictions started to lift. She is currently running hybrid classes so that she can address the needs of all. There are several students that are strictly online since they live in different parts of the US (even different time zones!). Since we're still at the height of the pandemic, all in-person participants require masks, temperature checks, hand sanitizer and substantial social distancing - so (in-person) class sizes are currently limited. Master Amy has taken all precautions - and then some - to ensure everyone's safety. She's been incredibly creative on how to teach nuanced techniques from a distance and will try anything to help bring her students along. If you're looking for a great way to get fit, have fun and learn an amazing, traditional martial art - check out Mooshim.“

“After many years of training with others i questioned the effectiveness of what I had learned. Sensei Allison has taken my “watered down” Karate to the next level, taking the movement I learned and combining it with structure, technique and knowledge to practically apply what I had learned in a self defense situation.“

“Master Damian Harley is probably the most instructional and inspirational figure in the world of Martial Arts in all of Essex County. The impact he has had on my son in only 3 years is immeasurable.The lessons and discipline he has learned will stay with him for the rest of his life. This man goes above and beyond for these children and it is to some degree- magical.“

“My son has been practicing here for 4 years. The instructors are great and work really well with the kids. My son has learned a lot about focus, coordination, and discipline.“

“Wonderful family-run dojang. The Cho family is welcoming to all, encouraging all types of students in a positive and inclusive environment. We have three elementary-age kids who all love it. They can't wait to go back and have made friends there. We have been going to Talium for about 4 years and kids of all abilities experience the fulfillment of belt promotions, working with older students and instructors who mentor the younger kids and demonstrate their advanced skills! The kids really look up to them. We also have friends whose kids are on the "swat team" and they are very high level and impressive, an example our kids work hard to emulate! Students not only learn skills for defense and confidence, they are also taught how to be respectful, disciplined and positive. They don't "learn to fight"; they are taught to avoid fights, stand up to bullying and other important life skills. We can't say enough good things about Grandmaster Cho, AJ, Master Chris and the rest of the team at Talium!“