Let me just say Gabrielle was outstanding! We had the pleasure of having her teach 40 women at a…read morecorporate event, everyone left empowered, safer, confident, and more knowledgeable. Her humor kept everyone's attention, we had a lunch n learn segment where she spoke for 90 minutes and it was so well done, it felt like 30 minutes, everyone was attentive and the interactive hands-on training was phenomenal!

Great experience. Gabrielle does a great job going over every scenario and is a very experienced…read moreteacher. I would recommend this class to everyone I know. if you want to feel empowered and more safe in unsure situations, then take this class.

Tucked away on 331 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10025 between 105th and 106th street lies a hidden…read moregem of New York martial arts: Kokushi Budo Institute - established over 50 years ago, long before the recent burst of MMA in recent years. Founded by Professor Nobuyoshi Higashi, a 9th dan red belt, Higashi-san developed one of the premier judo academies in the country over the decades. Today, the academy is now overseen by Higashi-san's son, Shintaro Higashi - 6th degree red/white belt, and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The top names in judo, BJJ, and MMA consistently come through the doors to fine tune their training. However, Kokushi's doors are open and welcome to judokas of all levels and ages. Shintaro runs a rigorous program amidst a relaxed, safety-first atmosphere where ego's and "tough guy" attitudes are checked away well before they reach the mats. A unique trait that Shintaro has is his awareness and ability to train with his students at precisely the level they need to be pushed. Similarly, Kokushi boasts a burgeoning children's program. Shintaro has a natural instinct with kids, and they flourish under his tutelage. Whether you are a seasoned veteran in martial arts, a complete beginner, looking for a reputable judo program for your child, or anything in between, Kokushi Budo Institute is an absolute must-try for anyone interested.

Have my kids here. Love it. Essential for kids. Sets them up for life. Gotta make sure our babies…read moreare safe in this crazy world.

After a long break from training, I decided to get back into Krav Maga for self-defense and found…read moreexactly what I was looking for at Krav Maga Experts: a professional, high-level, and ego-free environment. Tsahi and the instructors are exceptional, focusing on real-world applications and tailoring their approach to your specific skill level. The training safely simulates high-stress scenarios, teaching you to maintain "relative" calm and understand the mechanics behind every move. Beyond physical techniques, they prioritize situational awareness and the confidence to avoid trouble before it starts, if possible, but to use the tools they teach to protect yourself and your friends/family without hesitation if you ever have to. I highly recommend KME for anyone seeking straightforward, welcoming, and practical self-defense.

An absolutely fantastic school. I'm a Krav Maga instructor from Australia and was welcomed into…read moreclasses for a week while travelling. Tsahi and the team are fantastic teachers with real world experience. The classes are engaging and cover practical application while also being a great workout. Suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Had a good intro-class. The gym is clean (beautiful bathrooms) and a lovely staff…read more I had to travel to DC right after, and then life got busy. Still, if it hadn't been for a one-year contract requirement, I would have joined. I understand why they chose to do so, it just won't work with my schedule where I'll be traveling a lot. Still, it was lovely to do Krav again.

I've been training at KMI for two years now, and it's been such a rewarding experience. The coaches…read moreare amazing--they really know their stuff and they're very approachable and genuinely care about helping you improve. The classes are always challenging but fun, and the atmosphere is really supportive. Everyone, from the coaches to the students, creates this great sense of community, which makes coming to class something I always look forward to. I've learned so much here, and I can't recommend it enough!

I've been at the school coming up on 6 years at this point. Everything I loved about the school is…read morestill going strong: * the close knit family where not only do you know everybody's name, but you know them as human beings * the camaraderie * the respect for everybody, their background and their current station in life * Tito's wealth of knowledge about situational awareness, tactics, biomechanical leverage * the focus on elevating everybody from where they are, and not on some abstract goal of where they should be (people aren't all too concerned about levels in the school, and more on deep experiential learning) The only thing I'd like to update from my initial review is that Progressive Krav Maga is no longer a part of the Krav Maga Global organization. The benefit of this change is that Tito is more free to impart his knowledge of best practices applicable for the streets and subways of NYC without being fettered by organizational bureaucracy from half a world away.

Been coming here for more than 3 months now. Absolutely love it here cause It feels like a little…read morefamily, everyone is so welcoming. And the teaching is very detail orientated which helps strengthen basic techniques. I started Krav a year and a half ago without ever doing any material arts and was really surprise by how easily it was to pick it up. The reason why I love doing it cause I'm learning how to defend myself in actual real life situations also picking up various martial arts technique (muay thai, bjj, boxing... Etc) along the way, and of course to stay healthy and fit!

Wing Chun classes with Rod are awesome! He is an excellent instructor with great attention to…read moredetail, and he makes every class fun. The class is engaging with equal parts conditioning, new technique, and fighting practice. Its satisfying to see progress in fighting technique and get fit at the same time.

I'm so glad I found this place. Rod is a gifted instructor and he makes the classes super fun yet…read morefilled with technique and fitness. Stand Out has a cool modern vibe, without losing the integrity of the martial art's true form (Wing Chun). Because of this class, I feel better equipped to defend myself and fight back, if the situation ever presents itself. As a woman, this is helpful for my safety and empowerment. I highly recommend anyone interested to take these classes - male or female!

Great place to learn self defense. Learned a lot and will most definitely return. These guys know…read morethere stuff

My company had Streetwise Martial Arts come in for a Krav Maga seminar and we had a blast. Fun team…read morebuilding activity that also lets you learn some basic techniques and tips to help you stay safer in a crazy place like NYC. Mike was great at explaining everything with a solid dose of humor! Highly recommend!

So happy that I found Streetwise Martial Arts!…read more Mike is the rare instructor that pairs deep technical knowledge with exceptional communication skills. Whether you are an experienced martial artist or a complete amateur, Streetwise has what you need to improve your self-defense skills. Perhaps equally importantly, this is a true community in an increasingly isolating world. I am so grateful to be a part of it.

Sorry to see them go but my time there doing the women's empowerment classes were great! Learned a…read morelot and met a lot of good people.

Great training! Excellent instructors! Clean facility. Perfect location. A great group of training…read morepartners. Check it out!

This is my favorite gym. Reason is simple: tenant pay 100/Mon which is a great deal considering the…read moreenvironment and convenient. I personally enjoy the gym a lot. It's great! Pool is clean. Equipments are clean as well. The vibe is energetic and the movement you walk in, you want to exercise and move around. Great gym! My tips are avoiding rush hours! lol it's a bit crowded sometimes tho

A luxurious and exceptionally clean facility, Mercedes Club even surpasses Equinox with its…read morefantastic three-lane lap pool, smart-sensor hot tub, and pristine locker rooms equipped with electronic locks. Members get full access to the common lounge, outdoor pool, and sun deck, which are huge perks in the warmer months. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the absolute best part is how peaceful and uncrowded it is--no waiting for machines or lanes! At $129 a month (or $119 on a promo rate), it feels like total gym heaven, and I'd join in a heartbeat if I could.