What a wonderful interactive experience! Gabrielle has a very friendly, approachable teaching style…read morethat takes the fear out of the self-defense conversation. She addresses numerous ways to avoid dangerous situations and how to respond if you find yourself in an unfortunate circumstance. Her examples draw from relatable real life situations. She also teaches a lot physical defense movements that can be accessed if prevention/avoidance isn't an option. You will leave this class feeling equipped with the tools to protect yourself. It's so empowering and such a great experiences overall. I highly recommend.

There is really no reason not to take this class. Gabrielle's approach is top-down, bottom-up…read morethorough. She provides great perspective, useful information and easy to learn techniques all through her very singular upbeat and hilarious lens. Highly recommend!

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.

I started going to KBI about two years ago. I was looking for a place I could practice judo and be…read morecomfortable doing it, which can get tricky for any female in a male dominated sport. I tried out everyplace that offered judo in the city and wasn't happy. Almost giving up on finding the perfect dojo, I decided to pop into Kokushi Budo. It was an incredible first day and every day since has only gotten better. They were so welcoming. I was greeted by Sensei Andy who showed me the ropes and made sure I felt welcome and comfortable. He answered all of my questions and really helped me connect with the dojo. Sensei Shintaro Higashi is an unmatched Judoka in skill and finesse. He's an amazing teacher who all of us admire and can really look up to. I can honestly say that I feel safer in the streets of NYC from what I have learned from Sensei and everyone else at Kokushi. As my schedule allows, I sometimes make it early to class and wait as the kid's program finishes. Andy and Shintaro are easily the the best Sensei's I have ever seen with young people - they're outstanding role models and you can see how much they care for their students. KBI is not just a dojo, it's a family who cares about the success and well being of ALL its members. And that my friends is priceless.

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.

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!

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 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

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

Review for Ronin Athletics - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu School in NYC…read more I've heard so much about Jiu-Jitsu from various podcasts as one of the most effective martial arts. It piqued my curiosity, but I was specifically looking for something that focused on self-defense. That's when I discovered Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, and it led me to Ronin Athletics in Manhattan. What surprised me was learning that Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a form of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but prioritizes self-defense rather than the more sport-oriented styles that are widely popular. It's truly a system of self-defense--covering not just grappling but also standing striking defense, which I never realized was part of the practice. Ronin Athletics is the only school I've found in New York City offering authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu training directly associated with Rener and Ryron Gracie, sons of UFC founder Rorion Gracie. Their connection to the Gracie brothers ensures the instruction here remains true to the original self-defense philosophy of Jiu-Jitsu. What sets this gym apart is its organized and structured curriculum. Every class is thoughtfully designed, making it easy for beginners to follow while also offering depth for those who want to advance. The collaborative and supportive environment makes it feel incredibly safe to train, especially since they emphasize learning over competition. If you're looking for a self-defense system that's practical, effective, well organized, Ronin Athletics is the place to go. Highly recommend it for anyone in NYC seeking authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu!

Its a perfect gym for me The only reservation i have is a…read morebit far from my residence Otherwise everything is great

I'm an old original Reebox Club person from the late 90s, before they even sold out so I'm picky…read more All these years later, I've slowed down, and I'm even pickier but in a different way. Mercedes Club is perfect for me. Thank you for keeping the music fairly quiet after a long day of work, and thank you for the fantastic service by management and customer service. Also a shout out for quiet lockers!!! Yes!! Every other club has these slamming lockers and I want to lose my mind. I do wish you had more healthy food options for those nights I'm too tired to cook.....but I'll take a juice any day!!! Cheers to time flying and nice people to workout around.