I have been going to Ryu Shu Kan for Japanese taiko drum classes for the past 5 years. You won't…read morefind another place to explore all kinds of Japanese arts (karate, kendo, taiko, etc.) anywhere on Long Island. They also offer kickboxing (which kicked my butt when I tried it) and other fitness programs as well. This is a great place to learn more about Japanese culture in a family-friendly, fun, and healthy environment!

Several years ago, before I moved, I was taking Kendo classes at Ryu Shu Kan and I have nothing but…read moregood things to say about my experience at the dojo. Sensei Gerry, his wife Hiroko, and the students that I trained with made me feel very welcome. You'll receive individual attention from Sensei Gerry and senior students will also help you as well. If you have questions about how or why a technique is executed in a certain way, they are more than happy to explain it to you. If you're thinking about getting involved in martial arts, I suggest you visit the dojo to watch a couple of classes. If you have questions between classes I know Sensei Gerry will be more than happy to answer them for you.

We love UMAC it's place were everyone is welcome and treated like family I definitely recommend it…read moreto anyone interested you will not regret coming here

UMAC - United Martial Arts Center 509 N Bicycle Path, Port…read moreJefferson Station, NY If you're looking for a place that teaches more than punches and kicks, UMAC is where real growth happens. Led by Soke Andrew Stigliano, a lifelong martial artist who developed his own unique style, this school blends traditional discipline with modern, tactical self-defense training. Soke Andrew's focus goes far beyond physical skill -- he instills respect, discipline, confidence, focus, and bully-defense awareness in every student. His programs are designed to shape leaders on and off the mat, teaching accountability, perseverance, and character through every belt level. What makes UMAC special is its sense of community. From women's self-defense workshops to after-school programs and local events, Soke Andrew leads by example -- showing that true martial arts is as much about building strong people as it is about strong technique. Whether you're looking for personal growth or a place your child can thrive, UMAC delivers excellence, integrity, and heart.

Excellent place! I visited it last week to inquire about classes in tai chi. Sensei Clayton…read moreJohnson was very understanding of my physical limitations stating that he could also help with other forms of martial arts. I look forward to studying there!

My son loves it here. The teachers make the training fun. They have about 3 teachers per class, the…read morerooms are big and clean.

Excellent studio! Way better than anything in the area! Gave my son tons of confidence. Highly…read morerecommend.

Great instructor and great environment for your children to learn kenpo karate. I highly recommend…read morethis school.

As I'm getting older I realize I need to do more to take care of myself. Going to the gym wasn't…read moredoing it because I had nobody to go with. No incentive. I remembered my son going to UTC as a child. The people were always friendly and patient. I decided to sign up. It's always been a dream of mine to study some sort of marital art. Not for self defense but for the discipline and fun. Master Kwak has delivered on all levels. Even though I'm a beginner he takes the time to work with me and encourage me. I'm so glad I'm doing this. All I can say is that if you're interested in Taekwondo stop by and speak with Master Kwak - you'll be glad you did. Five stars from me!!!

Simply put, an excellent school where kids are treated with great instruction. UTC offers a great…read morebalance of playful stimulation and discipline needed to progress. My son has been attending classes for a little over 2 months and has loved it since the first day. He has grown tremendously in confidence, respect, endurance and agility. I have seen incredible progress made by kids younger than him as well. Master Arthur, Master Kwak, Master Ryan and all instructors are very professional, friendly, kind, encouraging, and most of all passionate. Not only are they teaching the students Taekwondo skills, they are also teaching them life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and respect. I HIGHLY recommend UTC Taekwondo!

I would not be exaggerating to say that L.I. Ninjutsu Centers and Shihan Allie, both changed (and…read moresaved) my life. More than once. To be honest, an online review cannot do justice to everything I learned and gained from my training here. I could write a short book about it. Put simply, if you train hard, dedicate yourself, trust the lessons, and stick it out, you will transform your life in ways you simply cannot imagine. My only regret is that I wish I could have started training as a child, because I was often bullied and picked on, and the discipline, confidence and focus I gained would have benefited me even more. If you are a parent, I would not hesitate to say that enrolling your child/children at this school would be one of the best things you could ever do for them.

When I attended this excuse for a school, I came to notice that for the most part of the class he…read moretaught us how to do cartwheels, forward rolls, backward rolls and dive rolls; I could have went to a jungle gym. The little amount of time spent on what supposed to be self defense moves failed when I went to a real martial art school. The instructor had us do reactionary drills, and environment simulation (no mind), where you randomly get a grab or a controlled punch or tackle to have your body to automatically respond to it, his maneuvers failed in a the real world simulation. And to add; no real sparing. There's no head contact or "trapping" blocks involved. How is one going to know how it feels to get hit when engaged in soft sparing. Dont ever sign a contract with king Allie, who thinks he's god's gift to the world. He will take you to court and sue you. He sued me for a lousy 400 dollars. He is also freaky. When he heard that I went to train elsewhere he had "one of his associates" come and spy on me. He left a threatening message on my answering machine, and on the phone when I spoke to him. He threatened me with blackmail. He told me he will contact my new instructor and bad mouth me if I dont pay the 400 dollars. He boasted in so many word that he knows everybody in the local martial art community, and he will ruin my reputation and talk bad about me. The threat failed because he previously spoke to my instructor before the shakedown and threats. My new instructor laughed. I unfortunately trained there for 2 years before I had enough of cartwheels, dive rolls, acrobatics, and holding a wooden sword in my hand for 10 minutes.

Sensei Jerry is amazing with children, adults, those with special needs, the world! He teaches the…read morechildren karate and also how to be good humans. I wish I could take ECBBA with us when we move.

Sensei Jerry is not only my 2nd father he has made this school my second home…read more If you are looking for a true judge free zone with friends that are family than search no more. I am proud to say that I have been a student here since I have been 9 years old and every year just get better. Thank you Sensei.

After searching for quite a while, I have found Chris Gates Tae Kwon Do to be the best martial arts…read moreschool I have ever found. Chris Gates infuses competent training with humor. He constantly instills in his students humility, respect and confidence. I happily and wholeheartedly recommend Chris Gates Tae Kwon Do.

I cannot say enough good things about this establishment…read more.. My daughter has experienced nothing but a warm, positive environment, with patient, and exuberant instructors who always seem to know the exact moment to redirect and refocus her. I want to mention that I had taken my daughter there last week for her BTC class, and we were late (got our schedules crossed). Well, one of the instructors, Brian, politely came over and asked if he could take my daughter aside to help her with some kicks and do some drills. My daughter was so happy to have that quality time, and it made her (as well as my) day. I had told Chris Gates this story, and he humbly told me that he teaches his instructors that anytime is a good time for a lesson. He added that, if there is a free instructor, that they should seek to teach. His influence is obvious, and his instructors follow that mantra religiously. A top-notch place, and one that I will always sing praises about. PS: If your child has ADHD (like mine), then he/she will most certainly benefit from enrolling in one of Chris Gates' classes. It's made a positive difference in my daughter's life, and something i believe will make her a stronger, more confident adult.