I've been coming here for over a month and it has been a life changing experience. The staff is…read morevery friendly along with the people you train with. Whenever I felt stuck and that I couldn't do the moves, everyone was patient and happily willing to help. I've learned that Bruce Lee's art is not just about fighting but about focus and control which has helped me in my everyday life. I encourage people of all ages to give it a shot, the classes leave you feeling accomplished and wanting more. Its affordable and worth a look.

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I honestly LOVE this taekwondo school. Master Chun is my daughter Scarletts favorite master. She is…read morevery nice to them and they develop self defense and discipline. My kids are both white belts but my daughter is better because she had experience here at NYCTAEKWONDO!

My children have been attending classes here for over 3 years now, and we love it. I find the staff…read moreto be very professional, helpful, and knowledgeable - and I really feel that my kids have learned so much here. Master Chun, Master Tina, Master Bruni, Instructors Paul, Alex, and the afterschool care teacher Linda, have all made us feel like family. My son is now a green belt- and he loves learning Tae Kwon Do. Master Chun has really taught my kids discipline and respect and the philosophy of Tae Kwon Do. I highly reccomend this center, and I am sure that you will not be disappointed. Before you sign up- you are allowed a trial class. Try it out!

Would give 0 stars if I could. Extremely rude on the phone when called to ask for information…read more Originally asking for my cousin who lives near by but now forget it. I spoke to two people who works there they didn't speak to me seriously. When I asked instructor nurf if he lets his staffs speak to every costumer like this he said yes and hung up on me. Whatever happen to champions accepting everyone and not judging anyone by their past. I'm completely shocked as to how they communicate with people who try to ask for details. I am an individual that expects to be treated the same as everyone else.

Some facts about me for background: I am moody and can get super cranky, I was never athletic, I'm…read morenot even coordinated enough to tie my shoes the right way (I still do double-bunny ears, whatever, it gets the job done). Basically, I'm a joy to be around and clearly destined for the Olympics someday. Or whatever the complete and total opposite of that is. That said, I still am able to enjoy, push, and be proud of myself here. The instructors' patience will probably get them canonized someday, and the students are all really supportive and friendly, so it makes it a lot less nerve-wracking for beginners. The school is also really involved with the community and everyone seems invested in making the world at least a slightly better place. The instructors will work with you and whatever limitations you may have. Trust me. I have plenty. And thanks to BBJJ, I now also have sick abs and can throw my much larger boyfriend around a bit better when he acts out.

Here's the deal. The teachers were great - especially Miss Parish who is excellent with the kids…read more(and quite cute and knowledgeable to boot) - but I feel we were misdirected by the management. We signed our 8 yr old son up for the "Junior Basic" class because he's a kid but what we didn't know at the time was that meant he would learn a VERY limited number of techniques (limited enough to bore the crap out of him in just a few months) and that they'd attempt to up-sell us very quickly. When we signed up we were under the impression he would be in the Junior Basic class for closer to a year at least. Now, because of our busy schedules our son didn't go very often per week (maybe 2x per week and not every week) so clearly he had a lot more practice and classes to go to. Yet within about 3-4 months they were not only trying to up-sell us but asked our son, "Would you like to be a black belt some day?" (Who says "No" to this question?) and followed that up by explaining that he would never get one unless he upgraded to a more advanced class for more money. Even my son was very disappointed by this and personally felt mislead by the school (never mind us). So he got bored with the limited techniques and since the school now left a bad taste in his mouth he quit. He stopped wanting to go. Nice going BBJJ! Not just my wife and I, but even my 8 yr old son left feeling wronged. There was also a vibe of constantly trying to get more people to join (bring your friend day for instance - they have a lot of these types of things) to an already full school with over-packed classes. Another thing they do which is strange is they give the kids belt credit by how many classes they go to. After each class they get a stripe for going and x-amount of stripes equals advancement. Now I'm sure this is just a technique to keep the kids excited but it is a far cry from what I experienced when I took martial arts. It didn't matter how often I went - it mattered if I could correctly perform the techniques taught. I was tested for my belts. I didn't just get one for showing up 10-20x. So sadly, I cannot recommend this school since they seem more concerned with numbers than technique. It is unfortunate to say the least.

It is with a heavy heart that I post this review as I'm moving to GA, otherwise I would never leave…read morethis place!!!I will miss this amazing school and the phenomenal teachers who pour their heart and soul into this practice. Thank you Joshu Elaine, Jeremy Garcia, Anthony, Wilson, Sensei Levy and many others!! Special thanks to Diana for her energy and Jeremy for his jokes!! I'm not exaggerating when I say I make an effort to come in after a rough 14 hr shift, or 24 hrs postcall (by taking a Uber from the hospital) to make it to class on time. If anyone is looking for a gym to call home or the best investment of a lifetime (YOUR HEALTH) or a cool place to train w your kids (only if you're into raising adorable courageous kind kids), this is your place! Your technique will be impeccable (after earning stripes and questioning every class whether you're dripping sweat or tears) as you keep coming back for more! P.S. I'm secretly (but also openly) hoping the gym will expand to GA...a girl can dream. until we meet again!!

TIGER SCHULMANN'S MIXED MARTIAL ARTS BAYRIDGE!! It is…read moredefinitely about building character, confidence, strength and the ability to defend yourself, but yet it is So much more than that. Tiger Schulmann Bayridge is a culture where you build friendships, and by default become a family that drive one another to dig deep down within yourself to accomplish things that you never knew you could. #loveyourselfbepositivedigdeepTSMMABayridge.....

Absolutely LOVED my experience here. Purchased a Groupon. 5 kickboxing classes for 45 minutes each…read moreand a 15-20 min one-one training to understand the basics and comes with one free tee that is required to be worn during classes. People were extremely friendly, encouraging, and supportive. Instructors remembers your name after one class and corrects your form if it's not accurate so you don't hurt yourself and teaches you how to kick/punch better. Even the students there were so helpful as it was my first time and was willing to spend a few minutes here and there to correct my form. Scheduling classes was easy as there is an app to shows the schedule of various classes. Also, the place is clean is because there are no shoes on the mats. One thing I didn't like was that there are no lockers in the changing room and it's just a place to change and store your belongings. However, it was safe to leave your belongings there as you are working out. Would love to go back again!

I was recently trying to rejoin the world of martial arts after a long time of being out of the…read moreloop. I had zero grappling experience and felt like Bjj was the absolute perfect art to fill said gap. I reached out via email and got a quick reply by voicemail and then by text. They were willing to answer all of my questions, even questions about the rates, contract, fees etc. They answered ALL of my questions AT the initial point of contact, which I very much appreciated and showed a stellar level of customer service on their part. So I showed up for my first introductory class, and as someone who's got plenty of experience in martial arts, I was looking for things that might be worth making note off: the equipment (such as the standing body-bags that the kickboxing class use for training) appeared to be in good shape, the mats weren't dusty or with any obvious debris and the place seemed generally to be very clean from the mats to the lockerrooms and bathroom. The instructers were all very kind to work with me and help me to develop my technique and understanding of what it is I'm getting myself into. It was a good class with great people, no doubt. The only thing I didn't like is the hard-sale strategy to sign the contract. That was why I couldn't continue, even though I really wanted to. Had I been presented with the contract differently, it's quite possible I'd be fully enrolled into my first month's classes right now. But they pitch HARD... for example, I wanted to take at LEAST two introductory classes before making a final decision, and I wanted to sleep on it. A 7 month contract (and that's just the ENTRY LEVEL contract which you are likely going to be asked to renew to a year contract in a few months once you're ready for advanced classes) is a big commitment when you're spending $219 a month, which they state is completely inflexible, regardless of income or situation and must be paid EVERY MONTH... no... matter... what... sick? Doesn't matter. Injured for under 6 months? Doesn't matter. You gotta pay). There are ways to get out of the contract, but ultimately, I was given the vibe of "but if you have an issue you will just call the company that handles our payments... they deal with that stuff" Still, this wasn't enough for me to rule me out. I still wanted it and could "kind of" afford it. The issue was that hard-sell. I am a salesman for a living and I can tell when someone is trying too hard to sell something. I see it everyday from my own coworkers and I respect them for it. Honestly I respect them for it here also. They need money. They are a business. It makes sense and there is nothing wrong whatsoever with that. The only issue though it is was the wrong approach for me and I felt like they should've felt my energy on that. I told them I was uncomfortable and wanted to take a second class and make a decision. Rather than saying something along the lines of "go... take the second class... and let me know what you think. If you need more time, that's okay. When you're ready, we'll be here and we'll be happy to have you as a part of the community "(what probably would've had me come back for AT LEAST a month trial). But what actually happened when I said this, is the gentleman seemed slightly disappointed and even slightly frustrated. He then replied, "... cool okay, but if you do this, I would REALLY need you to get back here right after so we can go over paperwork." It wasn't even subtle. It seemed too desperate. I kept replaying this in my mind, as a salesperson, thinking "man they really as desperate to get the sale..." I've seen it hundreds of times. The face when one of my collegues or even I can't close a sale... the emotion behind the reaction. It was all there and it was clear. No denying it. He wanted that paperwork SIGNED and I get why. It's a business, and businesses need money in order to operate. ... but I had to take a star for that... I was not comfortable and was even a little nervous specifically and only because the person working with me had too hard of a sales pitch. It made me decide that maybe this isn't the right choice for me right now and it unfortunately lead to me asking for cancellation before a single business day had passed. But on the plus side... these are all good people. They are trying to run a good business and have a good culture. I'd be happy to be a part of their community and would even recommend these guys if anyone asks. Everything seemed almost perfect about that place. The only thing that didn't work for me was the sales-pitch and the contract inflexibility. I probably woudln'tve noticed any of this stuff if I wasn't a salesperson myself so don't let my words make you look down on these guys. The world needs as much truth as possible these days, though which is why I had to write this review. Gave me some free gear, treated me with respect and gave me a good lesson; give em a shot

Absolutely love training at Renzo Gracie Bay Ridge. Professor Edgar is incredibly knowledgeable,…read morepatient, and passionate about teaching. Whether you're new or experienced, you will feel welcomed and respected. The atmosphere is fantastic with a strong sense of communication. Great mix of learning and drilling with a variety of people to roll and train with. I've seen major improvement in both my skills and confidence since joining. Highly recommend to anyone in Brooklyn looking to train hard, learn, and grow in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to come here.

Awesome School, The Instructors are the Best, Because They Bring the Very Best from Their Students…read more You Come in and are Welcomed into a Family. Don't take my Word, Come by and Check it out for Yourself. You'll be Glad You Did‼

Unfortunately, my 3 year old daughter was not ready to start classes with them yet…read more Despite that, I would like to thank instructor Doras for being so patient with her. It usually takes my daughter quite some time to warm up to people and the environment but she was already acting silly in no time (unfortunately failed at following instructions though lol). She suggested for me to bring my daughter over to observe their toddler classes during the week just so she can get an idea of what she could be learning and get used to the environment. I hope we can be back for official classes in maybe 6 months to a years time.

Great place for learning Taekwondo i go here 2 times a week, its a little pricey and hard to afford…read morebut its worth it. I love coming here and i recommend it. The staff and Master Seo are very respectful, This is the best Taekwondo in Brooklyn! Come here if you want to learn self defense!

One of their newest locations! This branch is on the smaller side than most UCTA branches.read more

I absolutely LOVE this place!! My son started here around 3 years ago and since day one the staff…read more(instructors and masters) have always made us feel comfortable and welcomed. It honestly feels like an extend family to my family (being that we have celebrated numerous holiday parties, birthday parties, sleep overs, summer camps and movies nights together). We are so happy to have found this place and would recommend this TKD to anyone we know. I also believe this place has a special feeling to it all because of people there, they all go above and beyond to make sure your child is safe, comfortable and most of all having fun!

I've been coming to this gym for almost a year now and it has everything I need. There is usually…read morelittle to no wait during the times that I come which is fantastic. The staff is on top of their maintenance, constantly reracking the weights. Haven't had any issues with other gymgoers either. Everyone seems to be coming here for the right reasons and keeps to themselves. The layout of the gym can also take some time to get used to as it involves a lot of stairs. Highly recommend a trial and/or tour before committing. The only issues I've experienced are with the lockers. There is not enough ventilation in the locker bathrooms. Any smells coming from the bathroom can fill up the entire locker room which can be very unpleasant. The steam from a hot shower can also make the room stuffy and hot during the summer months.

Have been a member here for a few years and I highly recommend this location. The amenities, size…read moreand equipment are great. Spacious enough that even on peak times there's machines available. The shakes are pretty good too.