I disliked the way I was taught it wasn't anything I'd be interested in, I will be finding a new…read moredojo, also needing help from students should be an option not a requirement, I said what I said.

My 4-year-old son was having behavior and anger issues at school and nothing we did was helping to…read morechange the behavior. We accidentally stumbled across White Tiger Karate while shopping at the outlets one day and decided to start him in karate. Best decision we ever made! Sensei Sharyl is soooo amazing with the kids and we are finally seeing positive changes in our son's behavior. He has learned respect, self-control, self-discipline and has gained so much self-confidence. Karate at WTK has literally been a life changer for us. After only a few months at WTK, he is thriving in so many new areas. We are forever grateful for Sensei Sharyl and her kindness and patience with her students. Go to WTK - you will not regret it!

I have 5yr old twins, and I have been practicing Kenpo for many years. I know the business. I was…read moreexpecting about $90/month. It ended up being $204/month each kid for two half hour classes a week. The going rate for kid's karate around here is 90-125/mo. This is just exorbitant pricing for what you get. We signed up for month to month figuring we'd try it out. We went to one class. Then they told us no classes for two weeks. I was less than impressed with the actual class and the kids didn't want to go back. So I called and told him we needed to cancel. They told us it takes 30 days to cancel and that I'd be charged for another month. I smell a rat. The guy is working out of a community center and dosn't even have an actual dojo. They seemed nice enough, but now we see what it's really all about. Unless you like severely overpaying, pass on this one.

I've taken classes at 4 different martial arts schools and this is BY FAR the best! In this place,…read moreyou'll learn critical self-defense skills and life skills that will be taught by the heart of the school-its owners! SanDan Rowe is an awesome instructor who is kind, patient, knowledgable, and desires to help everyone succeed in reaching their martial arts and life goals. Mrs. Rowe is a sweet, energetic, helpful person who sets an example for everyone around her. This place has set up its classes and teachings to benefit all ages as it challenges the best out of you. This place is worth the investment as you WILL be invested in! The atmosphere is positive and challenging and very community oriented.

As a new practitioner of BJJ, Muy Thai and Karate, I have to say that Eastern Dragon is a wonderful…read moreexperience. As an adult, I took martial arts for self defense and conditioning. I have received so much more. Eastern Dragon is made up of wonderful people from all walks of life. The environment is very warm, inviting, friendly, courteous and respectful. It truly is a family and family oriented place. The instruction is fun, informative and challenging. Dashi is a 10th Degree Black Belt who created this art form. He is in the World Martial Arts Hall of Fame for a reason. There is no substitute for the real thing. Every time I go, I'm so glad I did. I learn a little more, get into a little better shape and gain more confidence in life. Eastern Dragon, to me, is more than just martial arts. It is about life and is teaching how to be a better person.

I can't say enough. My daughter started about a year ago when she was 4 and a half. She now goes 3…read moretimes a week and just loves it. She has fun, gains self-esteem in such a positive way, and learns discipline, respect for others, self-respect. But most of all, to her, it is FUN. When I pick her up from school and tell her we are going to karate, she gives a big shout: YAY! The instructors are all lovely, thoughtful people. All of my expectations have been exceeded and then some.

My 4 year old son started classes there a few months ago and we couldn't be happier with this…read morestudio. Sensai Ed is great with all of the kids in the class and has helped teach my son a lot of great values along with helping him focus better (that's a challenge for my son). They also do a monthly party for the kids and the parents get to have a night out. The staff is great and the other families that attend are great as well. I highly recommend checking it out!

Shihan Lazarus is a rarity in today's martial arts world. With 40+ years of practice and over 20…read moreyearly trips to Okinawa for his own training, he has amassed a body of knowledge of Shorin Ryu Karate, as well as Okinawan history, and traditions, that puts him in a category well above 90% of the other schools around. He teaches old school, authentic Okinawan Karate the way it was meant to be taught. No gimmicks, no shortcuts, just honest traditional training in an art that has stood the test of time but is still applicable in today's world.

I have been a student of Shihan Lazarus for over 25 years with good reason. He doesn't rely on fads…read moreor gimmicks, just solid, honest training in an art that has both a long history as well as applicability today. His knowledge, dedication, and passion for teaching authentic Okinawan Karate help him train some of the best martial artists I have ever met.

I've studied many styles at many dojos (schools), all of them excellent, but Sensei Matt Hogan…read morestands above everyone as a truly great sensei (teacher). Not only is he highly skilled, but he is highly intelligent, patient, compassionate, warm and kind. He is great with the kids. He creates a great atmosphere. He is also well-versed in Okinawan martial arts history and lineage. This is authentic and tradition martial arts.

From the owner: We've moved! Find us now in the Mill 77 building in downtown Amesbury! As a special promotion to…read morecelebrate moving into our own space, sign up for a one month free trial! We teach combined, family style classes with all ages (6 year old minimum). People are paired with others of appropriate age and size for partner training and all students learn and are held to the same standards of self-discipline, respect, and conduct inside the dojo and out. As the only traditional Okinawan dojo in the area, we offer a great opportunity to gain strength, discipline, endurance, and learn self-defense while bonding with family and friends in traditional, but supportive environment.

Best of the best! My son started Karate at 3 1/2 and my husband and I started Muay Thai Kickboxing…read morein 2016. We have all gotten so much out of being a part of the PMA Team and would (and do) recommend this Academy to everyone we know or meet!!

What really sets PMA apart is the community. The environment is welcoming, supportive, and full of…read morepeople who push each other to be their best--on and off the mat. It's a rare thing to find such a strong sense of camaraderie, and it's kept me coming back for decades. If you're looking for a place to train, grow, and connect with great people, PMA is it.

We love DMA! Our daughter has gained so much confidence and focus. She enjoys it and we love having…read morea fun, safe place for her to go!

My son has loved his time at DMA! "It's fun and they help me when I don't know all the moves as…read morewell as I should"