Martial Arts Schools near Garfield

“Master Pacheco is a person that is very kind and loving i can see he loves working with the kids and kids love him. He is a good teacher not only in taekwondo but he teaches how you should act in life.Thank you Master Pacheco you ar the best!“

“Master Chris, Master Mike, and their team are truly exceptional. Over the past 8 years for my daughter and 5 years for my son, both progressing from no belt to black belt (first and second degree), they have cultivated remarkable skill and confidence. The staff is highly professional, fostering discipline while ensuring the learning process is enjoyable for the children. Additionally, the program provides a substantial amount of physical exercise. I highly recommend Absolute Martial Arts to anyone considering enrolling their children—it's an investment you won't regret.“

“Classes are engaging and flexible times. My son has learned so much from Master Dan and Ms April. We love it! Highly recommended“

“If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt the stress so common to consuming social media. It can make you feel sedentary, helpless, aimless, and even lonely. The remedy is to join DP Martial Arts Academy. You are given the opportunity to be active, given direction, and included as part of a community of friendly individuals and instructors who are disciplined in their craft.“

“Great place and great master! My daughter loves coming here and learning taekwondo. Besides martial arts, Master Shin teaches virtues such as honesty, respect, helping others etc. which are critical to developing kids to be good in life. Highly recommended!“

“Best Kumdo studio around, taught me a lot and best teachers!
Master Kim is the best!“

“This place lives up to the hype the level of training here is second to none. I room of killers. So many years knowledge on the mats and it shows. I very particular style of teaching with a step by step approach while constantly being on the cutting edge of the latest and newest techniques. Yes its stuffy its a basement. They redid the bathrooms much improved. The best gym ever, Master Renzo should he happen to be there is the most charismatic man I ever met and his stories and love for jiujitsu make him the legend he is. Highly recommend.“

“At first, Evie was hesitant to join taekwondo. However , since starting the classes, she had truly enjoyed every session and even participated in open tournaments, which have greatly improved her self confidence.
The instructors are so kind and attentive to the kids .
I would highly recommend this centre to anyone considering enrolling their kids.“

“Dropped by for a trial class. Great gym to learn Muay thai. Everyone is so welcoming. Coach Nestor learned Muay Thai from the source, he lived in Thailand for about 8 years. He is very knowledgeable and pay attention to details. I really enjoyed the intensity of the class ??.“

“This place has been life changing for my family! Can’t say how please I am with everything. Such a safe environment for young adults with a great vibe! It’s a pleasure to be part of this community. 10 stars!!!!“

“TSMA Englewood has completely transformed me—physically, mentally, and socially. Before I started training here, I was just an average Asian Joe, unsure of myself and what I was capable of. I could barely make it through half a class, both physically and mentally, and my shyness held me back from truly connecting with others.

But six months later, everything has changed.

Now, I train 5 days a week while working 6 days, and I feel stronger and more resilient than I ever thought possible. I’ve gone from avoiding conversations to starting them with confidence, from feeling average to realizing that I’m capable of so much more than I ever imagined.

The program here is nothing short of life-changing. The instructors are passionate and supportive, and my classmates are genuinely encouraging and uplifting. It’s a community that pushes you to be your best self, even on the toughest days.

From my personal experience, I’ve learned that once you reach the point where you truly believe you can do anything with effort, you become unstoppable. Fearless. Limitless. There’s no obstacle too big, no goal too far away.

This journey has taught me the power of persistence and self-belief. I’m proud of how far I’ve come, and I know this is just the beginning. To anyone doubting themselves: trust the process, embrace the pain, enjoy the suffering and never stop pushing. You’re stronger than your excuses, you’re tougher than your belly fat!

Good job to me—and to the amazing team at TSMA Englewood for helping me unlock this version of myself. Here’s to even greater heights ahead!“

“Great programing, staff, and trainers. Would recommend this place to any parent or to anyone looking to try something new!“

“Great atmosphere. Beautiful and fun to train and learn some serious self defense and skills that will go beyond the mat.“

“We’ve had a wonderful experience with Chon-Ji Academy! Our 7-year-old son now 8 absolutely loves going to class — he’s always excited and full of energy when it’s time for training. The instructors are patient, kind, and encouraging, while still teaching discipline and respect. We’ve seen big improvements in his focus at, confidence, and listening skills — his teacher even mentioned it! While he still gets distracted at home sometimes (as kids do ?) The environment is very family-friendly and positive, and they truly care about each student. Highly recommended for any parent looking for a great martial arts program for kids!“

“This school has been a great experience for my 11-year old son for the last 2.5 years! He is very fond of Master Sam and is learning a great deal!“

“Incredible! Everyone here, from the instructors, to the owners are humble and want to help you out. I knew I wanted to be active but was not wanting to go to a traditional gym. Glad I stopped by and signed up. My favorite part is there are other people here in the same boat as me, looking to make a change and be around like minded individuals. There’s no pressure and you are never forced into contact or anything that makes you uncomfortable. It’s nice when your “no face hits” boundary is respected. 5 stars!“

“Great place , the instructors are the best , and Plinio is the man , if you really want to learn and enjoy the process , this is the spot ?“

“Yanni is one of the best instructors I have ever met he is a martial artist at heart learning and growing and training every day. Up Top has one of the best curriculums, tough rounds, amazing training partners who are like my family. Proud to be a member of the Up Top family. Yanni is the John Danaher east of the Hudson.“

“This is an incredible school. My son loves it (5 yo) and I can tell he is improving. Thank you Master Kim and Staff!“

“This place is really fun and has great coaching. I really like coming here because there are so many girls to train with !“

“Sensei Zumo Is the best he has an amazing history as a champion and countless years as a coach. It’s a life changing experience to join his school totally recommend“

“RKF Martial Arts where my family has been training consistently for years. We enjoy each class, whether it’s their self-defense, tai chi/qi gong, or energy-boosting kickboxing. Thanks to the motivating and inspiring instructors,we keep coming back thanks to the motivating and inspiring instructors. Sifu Romain and Sifu Robinson’s curriculum not only teaches practical self-defense, but also focuses on leadership, discipline, and building confidence and an indomitable spirit!“

“The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching. The dojo has a welcoming atmosphere, and everyone is very respectful and encouraging. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, it's a great place to learn and grow in kendo. Highly recommend!“

“Great place to train, very knowledgable and experienced judges and everyone else who trains there is friendly and supportive!“

“My son loves Master Joe, he was first introduced via his school. Now I got him signed up for unlimited classes. 100% recommend ?“

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