I've taken capoeira and Zumba at this school and it was a great experience. Everyone is like a big…read morefamily and make you feel extremely comfortable and welcoming. It was clean, upbeat and had me leaving wanting more! I recommend this school to all my friends and family that consider martial arts or fitness for all ages!

The Capoeira program at New Wave is fantastic. I am so pleased to have found New Wave. The…read moreenvironment is supportive and family oriented, and my son absolutely loves going to class.

My son has been at Pathway Karate for 3 years. He is a HS student now, enjoys karate, and has been…read morepracticing for almost 10 years now. Pathway is an amazing place and Sensei Mark is an outstanding, patient and lively teacher. I definitely recommend Pathway as a place for anyone's child to attend and learn the art of karate.

I couldn't be happier with EP Martial Arts! It's more than just a place to get a great work out…read more The camaraderie as a whole is great, the instructors are all well trained, experienced, and masters of their crafts. Bart (the owner) personally answered the phone the first time I called, and welcomed me to take 1-2 weeks and check out all the classes I might want to get involved in, which, I did. I enrolled for the Krav Maga classes, which are fabulous, and was quite quickly persuaded to try Jeet Kun Do, Sancho, Striking, Wing Chun, Kickboxing and my favorite, Jiu Jitsu. There's a reason this gym has 5 stars. I encourage you to check it out, you won't be disappointed!

I came for the Krav Maga classes and I've also given BJJ and Sanshou a try. I'm a beginner and from…read morethe start, I've felt welcomed by the instructors as well each and every member. All of the instructors are excellent and I've been enjoying the small class sizes and the individualized instruction that comes along with that. There are a variety of skill levels catered to in each class and I enjoy both the opportunity to work with others closer to my skill level and to learn from those far more experienced than I. I couldn't recommend more highly!

A Truly Exceptional Karate School…read more This school is the real deal. The teachers are incredibly patient and genuinely invested in helping you reach your goals. They take the time to explain techniques, answer questions, and remind you that everyone has their own journey -- there's no pressure to be perfect, just encouragement to keep growing. Shihan keeps the class moving with great energy and focus. He has a way of holding your attention while teaching practical, real‑world self‑protection skills you can rely on if you ever need them. The atmosphere is supportive, motivating, and respectful, making it a place where you can build confidence as much as strength. If you're looking for a school that values discipline, personal progress, and true martial arts spirit, this is the one. --- Kim G

If you're looking for your children to learn self defense and not just "get Belts" this is the…read moreplace to enroll. The students are immersed in a culture of hard work , responsibility and discipline that extends far beyond the dojo. The impact that USA karate has had on my children is Substantial in all areas of their lives. If you want your children to "do karate " then there are many martial arts centers in the area. If you want your children ( and you ! ) to be a part of a life long journey of respect, discipline , structure, self confidence and physical fitness , then sign them up ( and yourselves ) at USA Karate and see the difference immediately.

Owner is never present and when he is, is demeaning towards students. Don't waste your time or…read moremoney here.

This so-called dojo is taught by students since the owner is too lazy and busy to teach classes…read more Beware of him; he is a money-hungry, ignorant, big mouth who will tell you what to post on socials about other students (good job type posts), or should I say his students, will repeat the same lessons over and over and offers nothing to those who have achieved black belts. In addition, he charges over $300 a month and will keep you for a minimum of four years to obtain your blackbelt...add those numbers!!! In front of other people, he will bad mouth others who have left the dojo as well as talk negatively about other people. Once he rented to the Sweatshop and referred to them as "lazy, fatties who could not do karate." Go somewhere else...I know Mastery is opening on Tiogue Avenue!

Several of my children took martial arts lessons when we lived in Middletown. The place is awesome,…read moreand Jesse is an outstanding instructor. The focus is defensive, with no offensive components. Jesse knows how and what to teach every student, acknowledges their progress, and makes them feel appreciated and valued. He knows how to incorporate healthy challenges without any risks. I emphatically recommend Villari's with no hesitation.

We came from a Kung Fu studio that our kids THRIVED in. We were hoping to continue their lessons…read morewhen we moved to Rhode Island, but didn't think we would find something as amazing as the studio we left. Weren't we wrong!!! This place is gem!! Not only are my children learning critical martial arts foundations/skills/practices, but there is also an emphasis on helping the kids become more confident and as silly as this may sound, but being good little humans. Master Jesse is an amazing professional and is so encouraging with our youngest (just under 4), but also ensures they both maintain discipline and are adhering to the directions given. Truly an amazing studio! I can't say enough good things about this place!! Try it out- you won't be disappointed!!

I have read all the reviews below and bad is expected with the good. So far I have met with Sensei…read moreHoward and was able to ask a few key questions because I use tools like Yelp to help guide me not make up my mind for me. I feel very strongly to make sure anyone else basing decisions solely on these reviews know that this dojo is NOT ANTI GAY. They are VERY LGBTQ friendly and frankly were horrified that statement is out there for public consumption. We will be going back and taking advantage of step two. Keep you posted!

I was intrigued by Krav Maga because of the tenent, "anyone can learn it." After years of being out…read moreof shape and overweight, I decided to give it a try and found ABD on the web. I've stayed away from "traditional" martial arts because I have flexibility issues as well, but I saw people of all ages, sizes and fitness levels doing Krav Maga. The staff and instructors have always been supportive and helpful. If an instructor notices I'm having trouble doing a certain move, they are quick to suggest an alternative. For example, I can't kick quite high enough to reach someone's waist (yet), so they suggested I aim for the knee instead. I've never felt pressured to buy anything or sign up for a long term contract. I signed up for black-belt training because I wanted too, and I look forward to the challenge. I disagree with the"McDojo" comment. In my opinion promotions should a balance between proficiency and motivation. Remember, not everyone is a natural jock or an athlete. Does that mean the rest of us who are not should sit on the couch for our lives? If you only promote those who are the most proficient, the less proficient get frustrated and quit. As with most things, it seems like a bell curve with most falling toward the center, not a line in the sand. My limitations have taken me longer to get where I am, but I still got there with practice and support. I earned my rank with sweat, fatigue and determination. I am proud of it.

Sadly, I was never able to experience an actual class at American Martial Arts, and it was a…read moretremendous disappointment to say the least. I was so excited about attending my first class, as my life is so incredibly busy and I was thrilled to think that I had potentially found a wonderful place to relax. My first class was setup by Kerri, who was an employee at American Martial Arts. We had been in contact for months, but my schedule was so busy that I simply didn't have time to connect. When I realized that there was finally an opening in my otherwise hectic schedule, I immediately reached out to Kerri. We were able to schedule a class, and I was beyond excited. On the day of the class, I nervously entered their facility and was immediately impressed by the size. There was a lot of activity all around, but I found what I thought to be the Reception desk and waited while the woman behind the desk finished with a group that was there. I observed a upbeat and friendly conversation amongst them, and waited patiently for them to finish. Once done, I stepped up to a smiling woman who, upon seeing me, suddenly looked surprised, if not shocked. I was a bit thrown off by her sudden change in demeanor, with her smile completely leaving her face and that smile becoming what could best be described as a scowl. The energy in that space and in that moment became negative and unbalanced, in a way that was uncomfortable. What came next should not have surprised me as the woman's facial expressions were absolutely leading up to it. The now "smile-less" woman looked at me and said "do you need something"? No hello, no niceties, just "do you need something"? I barely knew how to respond, but one thing was abundantly clear, this wasn't a place where I was welcome and I felt an overwhelming need to leave immediately. I attempted to respond with a full sentence, but I was too taken aback to even think, I asked the woman if she could please let Kerri know that I had stopped by, as I had absolutely no intention of spending even another minute there. I then began to leave, but of course this exchange would not be complete without the requisite sarcasm that is to be expected from someone who greets a potential customer in such a manner. No surprise here. When I went home and told my husband what happened, he calmly and quietly explained that I did the right thing by leaving immediately. He said "babe, that wasn't a place for you, and that woman at the front desk was making sure you understood that you were not welcome.". Of course I understood exactly what he meant, but it still saddens me to my very core that people of color are not always welcome. I never, ever, ever pull the race card, but something went very wrong at this place of business, and that woman seeing my face in person ignited it. There was no hiding her contempt and obvious disdain for me, she didn't even try, and I am guessing that she behaves this way because someone has set the tone for that behavior within this place of business.

Excellent Martial Arts school. My son loves it. We were…read morereferred by a school friend and never looked back. It is a family run business and all classes are run by family members . Each instructor excels in teaching techniques and also respect and values.They show dedication and passion. There are varied class times to fit most schedules. The school manages to maintains very reasonable tuition costs. Also worth mentioning they are very active in the community and annually put together Thanksgiving dinners for those in need once again teaching kids the importance of helping people.