I love this karate school. My review may be a little bias since I've been going here since I was 5…read moreand I am now almost 31, but there is a reason I have stuck around all this time. The instructors are very patient and attentive with children of all ages as well as adults. If you are looking to train at a true traditional martial arts school, or just want to get in better shape while learning self-defense then the Isshin-Ryu Karate Academy is your best choice.

This place is the best training I've ever gotten...I have never been an athletic person...and I…read moreneeded quite a bit of help...the black belts worked very patiently with me one on one at times to help me perfect my moves. This dojo teaches the old-fashioned type karate training that builds confidence for life.

I've been training at West End Dojo for about 7 years. Most of those years were when I was a child…read more I was welcomed back by my childhood role models, and the entire dojo family, with open arms two years ago when I decided to join with my 6-year-old son. West End Dojo teaches Koei Kan Karate, a traditional Japanese martial art. Besides the obvious health benefits of living an active lifestyle, you will learn many other traditional aspects of the art. You will also become part of a family that pushes you to do better and to train harder every class. It's an amazing experience to be able to workout with my son, while we learn vital life lessons and techniques that we may need one day. I'm very thankful for my dojo family - they all have helped us become stronger, healthier people both physically and mentally.

The West End Dojo is not a convenience store - it is a Koei-Kan Karate School. It's been in…read moreBrodheadsville since 1991. They teach traditional Japanese martial arts.

By far the best in the poconos. Extremely good with kids,…read moreeach class tailored to their needs, special needs kids and even adults. Highly recommended them for anyone. They also now do After school care

Before I came to PA Isshinryu Karate & Self Defense, I went to a dojo nearer to where I live to…read moresign up my developmentally delayed son. That other dojo said "sure we'll sign him up but chances are he will have problems keeping up". My husband said "they are just being honest". But I knew I couldn't sign up my son there and ruin his first interest in something other than youtube and videogames. There had to better place for my boy and that's when I found PA Isshinryu Karate & Self Defense(40 minutes away from me).When I went to sign up my son, they asked me a bunch of questions about what my son could do and what he was afraid to do and then they said they would do private lessons (no extra fee) with him until he was ready to join the group. PA Isshinryu Karate & Self Defense have not let me down! They have so much patience and work so hard with my son. They have the magic touch. My son is never frustrated. They know how to distract, adapt and keep the mood fun. Every week my son becomes stronger and more confident. I love everything about PA Isshinryu Karate and I'm sure others will too.

My son loves Amerikick, he is learning discipline, finding new friends, and most of all he loves…read moreall teachers in Amerikick!!!! Wonderful activity for kids !!!

What a great place to take your child to learn structure & respect. The instructors are phenomenal…read more Classes are big so theres no 1 on 1 instruction but they do offer private classes. My 7yr old loves it!!!

I go here 4 times a week.I love it here. The instructors are really nice and so are the other…read morestudents.

What an excellent school! So family-oriented and inclusive to all members. Two classes can run at…read moreonce, as there are two dojo decks. Superb teachers. Many classes to choose from (go as often as you want for your monthly fee). Gym for parents during class time downstairs. Children's waiting area w/TV and homework area, awards given for academics, optional karate homework each month, tournaments, testing (no fee for testing), lots of special days for families and parent nights. We picked this school after trying another one first. Highly recommended by friends and only advertisement is word of mouth.

I just started as an adult and everyone here is extremely helpful and friendly. I wish I would have…read morestarted this years ago .

This dojo has been such a wonderful way for my daughter to gain confidence in herself. We love the…read moremethods of teaching- and she has absorbed so much in such a short time. Master Geiter and Miss Megan provides some nuggets of wisdom that I can see her carry into her daily life. Thank you so much for caring for our kids and teaching them to be better humans! They have a 6 week trial that allows you to dip your toes in and understand if it is a good fit for you. It worked well for us and it feels like we are part of a big family.

I basically grew up in this Dojo. I trained with my mother and my sister since I was 6 years old. I…read moream now 26. I simply cannot imagine where I would be without the skills, discipline, and confidence that I gained training here. The Whiteleys are amazing instructors, and the dojo community is wonderful. I have continued trained in martial arts into adulthood, and it has been one of the most fulfilling pursuits of my life. Whenever I talk to friends with kids, I always encourage them to try karate because it is entirely responsible for how great I turned out :) Being confident in your ability to defend yourself is such a potent ingredient for self-assuredness later on in life, and the philosophical lessons within the practice are such good lessons for kids: hard work, discipline, steeling your nerves for competition, trust and respect when working with other people... I could go on and on.

Absolutely outstanding martial arts school that is (properly) run as a community by the terrific…read moreWhiteley family. This is not a tournament school, but a dojo where the goal is not just learning and refining technique but to "go deep" into the martial arts and integrate the spirit and mental practices into everyday life. The resident sensei is one of the most outstanding teachers of any subject or skill that I have ever encountered. This should be the new "go-to" martial arts school for adults and children in Bernardsville and surrounding communities.