Dude- my size 10s have been fitting tight on me since the middle of last year's pandemic and the…read morehell I want to start inching towards a 12! Gyms are back- but took me a while to nail "the one" because many rely on machine work which I would do- but they're necessarily not my thing. Classes are more up my alley because I love to get my body worked up real good with an instructor and Belmars in the Greenburgh area of White Plains, met me there. Belmars is primarily known for Muay Thai but with one call prior to my Saturday class, Peter mentioned there's Circuit training and Zumba. He texted location details as it's off the Route 119 path and prices for each of those. Because of COVID, Peter mentioned not many folks are hitting the gym and classes have been small. The entire Belmars space is big. It opens with a large exercise room, wall-to-wall mirrors, boxing ring further back and a smaller Circuit Rm- where I and someone else, dripped in sweat with Christine. Don't be fooled by her small frame- my girl will have you hating her...I did- but it was all love and the burn was real even the next day! Plus her playlist was bomb! From Freddie Mercury to old school hip- hop to some pop- she had us going. Listen- I'm a size 10 and felt super comfortable not to be exercising with size 0 Beckies like you see in high-end gyms. By the end of her workout, my muscles shook like never before. Christine's Circuit Training class wasn't an easy ride but made such and an incredible difference even it's just Saturdays for 45 minutes. After a year+ not stepping foot in a gym, coming here gave me adrenaline for more!

If you are reading my review, you are most likely looking for a Martial Arts School or a gym to get…read moreinto shape. You may have joined a commercial gym. But quit because you felt out of place. You may have joined a Martial Arts school and realized that you are going to get hurt and you're not in shape. Or, you are like me looking for something different, I have practiced Shotokan karate for over 30 years. I have jumped from martial art school to martial art school and weight gym to weight gym. I completed Peter's 5 week beginners Muay Thai and fitness class. It's the class everyone has to take to advance to the Muay Thai Kickboxing and Boxing classes. That first class was filled with about 20 + people. I thought I was strong, but I was wrong. I can't jump rope and It was the first time I did a pushup in about 20 years. I also did not know what a Burpee was. (Peter made this exercise look easy). By the end of the 5 week class, I was at 50 Pushups, 3 minutes jumping rope and about 15 Burpees. Maybe Martial Arts are not for you, but you want to get in shape. You want a body of a boxer or you just want to take your shirt off at the beach. Or, if you are like me, you need to shed some pounds. (I was over 270lbs I now weigh in at 230lbs.) My name is Charles White. I hold black belts in Shotokan Karate and Kendo. If I could compress my 30 + years of experience. I would tell everyone to take the 5 week beginners class at Belmars Gym. There are even classes for children over 6 years. I even sent my two nieces and my nephew. The ability to defend oneself is a skill every child should learn. The ability to defend oneself is a skill they will remember for a lifetime

My name is Maurice T and I was a student of sensei Bill Richardson at maybe 10 to 19. In the 80's…read moreto 90's. This school gave me the skill to protect myself at a time when life was rough. This school will always be in my heart. Sensei Richardson was like a fathe to me. rest in power, and long live Richardson's Shotokai Kan Karate DO.

I studied under Richard Sensei from 1979 to the 90's. He was a fantastic Sensei in the full meaning…read moreof the word, teacher, guidance and discipline. His family are practitioners in their own right and pass on the knowledge all the way from Funakoshi Sensei!i If you want to learn what works, with discipline and honor This is the place to go! Dr Hank Radda

We've been to both the Scarsdale and Yonkers locations and all of the classes and instructors are…read moregreat! Thais at Yonkers is one of my son's favorite people on earth! My son started at 4 years old and has been taking classes for almost 6 months. His first belt promotion was a very proud moment for us. The achievement was a great motivation for him in other areas. He wanted to do his homework and be a better teammate to his classmates. Does he block me when I try do his hair in the morning? Yes. But his form is excellent!

Achieve has always felt like family to me. Since joining the school in 2020, I've not only grown in…read moremy martial arts journey but also as a person. Achieve has helped me become more confident, and I'm truly grateful for everything they've done for me.

Our family has had an incredible experience with this kung fu school over the past 3-4 years. My…read moreson started training when he was younger, and now at 13, the growth we've seen in him has been truly remarkable--not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. Through consistent training, he has developed strong confidence, improved athleticism, and a sense of discipline that carries into all areas of his life. He carries himself differently now--head held high, focused, and respectful. What stands out most is how he's grown into a leader among his peers. He's well-liked, commands respect in a positive way, and has built meaningful friendships within the school. The instructors here don't just teach martial arts--they instill values like perseverance, accountability, and respect. They genuinely care about each student's progress and take the time to mentor them both on and off the mat. If you're a parent considering this school, I can't recommend it enough. The benefits go far beyond learning kung fu--it's about building character and confidence that lasts a lifetime. Like anything worthwhile, the key is consistency. The students who show up, stay committed, and take their training seriously are the ones who truly thrive. This school is a special place, and I hope more families take the opportunity to be part of it. Lole T

This is a nice place to go to for a summer camp And also…read morekarate but this you have to bring your own money when you go on trips to pay for food and for snack and also the councilors are the nicest they will take care of your meal if you do not have enough money to pay for it

At WBC you pay up front for a set number of hour-long sessions, half of which are spent actually…read moreboxing and the other half are typically spent doing typical gym exercises/personal training. I've never taken up any rigorous athletic training beyond casual workout sessions at a traditional gym before starting up at WBC and I have noticed significant improvement in my overall strength. I went from knowing virtually nothing about boxing to feeling confident with gloves on. As a female I also appreciate the fact that I am not treated as a "dainty creature" and am held to similar standards as the men. Nick is a great gym leader and easily accessible if you have questions. Like his website says there are no hidden fees unlike basically every other boxing gym in the area....you pay up front for everything and that's it. Pricing is reasonable considering you get 1-on-1 training. The only concern I have had is that in coming here for a year I have worked with over a dozen different trainers. I understand that this is a part time job for them and most work two or more jobs, but it gets frustrating when I work out several times in a row with one guy who gets to know me and my limits but then have to start all over with another one who sometimes gives me conflicting advice for technique. Hopefully future clients can get some more consistency with this. With that being said, 90% of the people I have worked with have been really great teachers coming from long histories of boxing and other martial arts.

One on one coaches were amazing. Scheduling was done via text, haphazard and I was given timing…read morewhich was inconsistent from week to week. All of this was spelled out in the contract and fine print but I gave up trying to keep up with the pings for my availability which was the same each week.

Great place, world class coaches who actually live and breath MMA. Instructors actually have Pro…read moreand Amateur fight records in Mixed Martial Arts. Very open and diverse. The owner is a great person and his gym is a good reflection of himself and the team. Very welcoming to all age, gender and experience. The price point is also very reasonable.

A gritty place to get great MMA training and to workout. I consistently went to this place for a…read morewhile before moving from the area. It was my first experience with MMA training. I learned a lot and this place was a great place to learn. I competed in a jit competition with a group from this place and it was truly a great experiences. I miss this place a lot and will always be an Animal!

My son has been attending Achieve for over 6 months and I can say with absolute certainty, Master…read moreFrank is one of the best. He truly seeks to help each student meet their individual goals. Whether it's becoming a certified black belt in Taekwondo, physical and social activities for individuals with special needs, or anything in between, Achieve MA is a school like none other. I strongly recommend Achieve Martial Arts for all ages and ability levels.

Frank is a con artist. I had my children going to his karate from Nov 2023 - August 2024 and from…read morethat timeframe he stole over $3,000 from my account. He was triple charging me each month, one month he charged me 6 times! By the time I found out, I asked him to refund it immediately and he refused. All he offered was he would put it towards future karate lessons which I had already informed him that my kids were unable to go to nor would I ever let this man teach my kids again. Unfortunately when I disputed it with my bank they could only refund me back the charges within the last 90 days. I asked Frank many times to do the right thing and he refused. I later found out that I'm not the only family he did this to and his studio shut down a month later so the money being put towards future karate lessons were a joke and he clearly was in financial trouble which caused him to steal money from his clients. I will be seeing him in small claims court but encourage any family that used this karate studio to check their bank statements to ensure he didn't do the same thing to them.

I've been studying Tai Chi at KOMAA for three plus years, starting with almost zero knowledge of…read morethe art, and it has been life changing. This is a small, non competitive school, with various instructors, all incredibly proficient and caring. The intro trial, 5 classes for $50 is by far the best way to see if KOMAA is the right place to learn and train. As I said, I study both Yang and Chen Tai Chi as a senior man, but there are classes for kids and adults in other martial arts. I have not participated in these, but I have observed, and the philosophy is constant; learn in a safe, caring and non judgmental environment and improve you life. As far as my Tai Chi journey, all I can say is to quote Lou Reed: "Tai Chi puts you in touch with the invisible power of -yes- the universe. Change your energy, change your mind." If that resonates with you, then KOMAA is the place to learn and grow.