We started at Hybrid about 18 months ago for my then 6 year old. I searched high and low for a…read moreschool that took the time to ask me about my son, what he likes, what sports he plays, and what I was looking for in a school. Master Mike was the only one I felt really understood the goals for my son. From the 1st day we walked in the door everyone was so welcoming and encouraging with him. He has come a long way and truly earned every stripe and belt graduation. We can go as many nights a week we want and Saturday mornings. It is truly a fantastic school.

This place is great! When I joined, I was looking for a fun activity to help me loose the extra…read moreweight, and still keep me interested (treadmill = snooze-fest and literally nowhere.) I wanted to join a place that kept me motivated to keep coming back. The instructors here at Hybrid do just that. Each class we learn something new and the instructors make sure that we are doing the moves correctly, thus not injuring ourselves. Mr Mike teaches most of the classes and he's great! Very energetic and passionate about his craft. He helps get you sweating those pounds off in the short and quick 50min classes. In a few months, I dropped a dress size and lost about 15 pounds! The option to go Mon thru Sat is awesome too and the schedule is accommodating to the busy-bee. The other members that go there are friendly and cheer each other on, so there is a lot of support. We all have a good time staying in shape, learning new things, and improving on what we know! Sign up for a few classes and give it a shot!

Immaculate! My 5 year old enjoys taking classes twice a…read moreweek. Today we had his birthday party there and it was a huge success! Small group, all wore masks, tables were set up and socially distanced. Master Lujan is awesome with kids and made the party one we will never forget! Highly recommend! Clean, safe and fun and most importantly kids can be active and learn respect and discipline! Thanks so much!!

My son started months ago and I see his confidence boosting up. Im excited to see his progress in a…read moreyear from now. The coaches are very nice and energetic with the kids. So far I recommend bringing your child here

Ziran martial arts is the best place you can find near the Edison area if you are interested in…read moretraditional Chinese kungfu, or probably martial arts in general. Ziran emphasizes equally on the two aspects of taichi----- (1) Taichi principals and Qigongs, (2) combat applications. Most of the teachers in traditional inner-style kungfu have the problem of being unrealistic and imaginary(I personally experienced several ones). But this is not true for Sifu Seth. His skills are clearly examined in real application, and are well-balanced between effectiveness and intellectual value. From my understanding, his attitude is critical in a health way. They also provide weapon training which I personally found very interesting. Stickly sword/staff/stick/saber of Taichi is not all. Again, techniques of main-stream taichi got examined here. What remains sound are kept in the teaching. Members of Ziran martial arts developed an casual and welcoming atmosphere. It is quite different with some karate clubs who emphasize excessively and unnecessarily on traditional etiquette. People here are bros, they usually jokes and laughs all the time. I trained only for two months with them as I have limited time around Edison. Knowing that I will be gone quite soon, they actually treated me with more attentions and made sure that I learned as much as I could before I left. I believe this unrestricted manner is consistent with the idea of Taoism which behind all the Taichi skills. Learning Taichi is both physically and intellectually beneficial. Anyone joins Ziran can easily feel what I am saying in two weeks.

I have taken twelve years of kenpo karate, about three years of aikido, and have dabbled in Krav…read moreMaga, so when I moved to the area, I mostly was looking for any studio to continue my practice so that I wouldn't get rusty and get some exercise. I found Ziran Martial Arts after some googling, and decided to give the studio a try. After nearly a year of practicing there, I am ready to write my review. The long and short of it is, this has potentially been the best decision I have made in my adult life. I can only speak for the adult classes, but from what I have seen from recitals and seminars, the kids classes are equally good. For adults, there is Tai Chi, Kung Fu, sparring, joint manipulation and throws, sword forms and swordsmanship training, and meditation. Sifu Davis helps you work through which of these are most interesting to you--do you care about the meditative aspects, or the martial aspects, or something in the middle--and from there you attend whatever classes you want. One of the incredible things if you attend all the classes, there are many principles and applications that fit together. I have learned so much more about body mechanics and the principles behind what I had been doing in the past than I even knew existed. I thought the only thing that I cared about in martial arts were the direct applications of what I could use to defend myself if I were ever attacked. What I have discovered instead is there is an entire science of body principles that I have been using through muscle memory that I now have the opportunity to actually learn. I especially appreciate what is taught here, because the mechanics are designed to preserve your body and your ability to continue practicing well into your 50's, 60's, and 70's--one of the things that I never considered as a child because I didn't have to was whether or not the martial arts I was doing was putting a strain on my knees or other joints. I am very grateful that I am learning things that I can use to protect myself that are not going to hurt me in the long run now, before I have done damage to my body. There is also a fantastic community amongst the students. After attending classes for a year, I know nearly everyone by name. Everyone is incredibly friendly and supportive of one another. There is a large age range amongst the adults, which means there are people from all walks of life. We work together on forms during classes, and you can always ask another student or one of the assistant instructors to show you a part of the form. Sparring is always friendly, not competitive, and no one brings any sort of anger or attitude into class. When doing joint manipulations and throws, I have always trusted my partner to go slowly and give feedback about whether or not things are working, and respond to feedback. There are other graduate students and professors. I have been given advice about everything from schoolwork and life to how to better take care of kittens that I recently adopted. People offer to drive someone who biked over back home after class when it unexpectedly starts to rain. The studio sometimes does weekend seminars on special topics, and there are barbecues after the seminar. There's a yearly winter holiday party. There are a number of tournaments that people have the option to participate in, or to go to support participants. The community and the friends that I have gained through practicing at this studio is irreplaceable to me. All in all, I could not recommend this studio highly enough. I am so grateful that I have the opportunity to practice here. Anyone who is looking for the entire range of traditional Tai Chi principles and forms to direct and incredibly practical applications should come and give this studio a try.

Very attentive coaches and great members. I love everything about this box. The workouts, sore…read moremuscles and the amount of strength I've been able to build in a short amount of time!! Anyone looking for a challenge should definitely stop in and check it out!

From the owner: What makes us different? At Endorphin our purpose is to…read moreimprove YOU. We are relentless in our pursuit of optimal through the fundamentals of strength & conditioning, nutrition, and flexibility. We train constantly varied functional movements with an emphasis on form & technique. Our training program can be tailored to meet any individual's unique needs. The program systematically progresses over time to enhance YOUR quality of life, athletic performance, & body composition while never becoming stale or leaving you bored. Standard coaching includes general nutritional consultation, mobility & flexibility training, & prehab/rehab techniques to keep you feeling great. You are signing up for proven results that come from a structured program individualized to your goals & needs. Group training allows you to work with a professional coach for a fraction of what it would normally cost to hire a qualified coach. Our coaches have seen it all. They know the obstacles that you will face & know how to coach and motivate you to overcome them. Coaches know your name, what you're strong at, what you're weak at, & what you want to accomplish. Performing workouts as a group has the added benefit of creating a community of both competition & support. At the end of the day, we are about helping you Reach Optimal to enhance your life. We make people healthier & make completing regular daily tasks, like picking up groceries or squatting down on the potty, easier to perform.

We have our two son joined the Dojo last year and we love this place pretty much. The class is well…read moreorganized, taught and instructed by Sensei James. The class helps my kids stay focus, discipline and they're physically getting stronger. This is a place not only to learn karate but also building new friendship. We appreciate all the good feedback and really admire the coaching passion of Sensei James. Thank you!

From the owner: Empowering students through practical and comprehensive self-defense, exercise, confidence,…read morecharacter, and leadership

This location is a great. The instructors are very great with then students and I've heard nothing…read morebut great things from other parents and students. From my understanding ATA Scotch Plains has been around for probably 11-12 years and they have won plenty of awards and accolades across the competitive fields. My kids are becoming more confident and disciple as a result of participating. I also appreciate how they incorporate continuity within home, school and the gym. Great Work And continue to do great work with the students and community

Excellent instruction. Very good with kids of all ages. Teaches focus, respect and discipline along…read morewith the art with positive encouragement and reinforcement. Highly recommend.

A Truly Outstanding Martial Arts Experience for My Family!…read more My son and I have been training here for years, and I can confidently say it's one of the best decisions we've ever made! It is a family-like environment where everyone--students, instructors, and fellow parents--uplifts and encourages each other. The training here is absolutely top-notch. They ensure that every student, regardless of age or experience, develops confidence, discipline, and real martial arts skills. They push you to be your best while making every class engaging and fun. It's more than just to a place to train!

This wonderful studio is top-notch. "THE REAL DEAL"....teaching you valuable skills while having…read morefun! There is something special for every age group, ranging from toddlers to senior citizens. Classes offered include; martial arts, basic self defense, meditation, general fitness, mentoring, tutoring, counseling, guitar/dance lessons and a whole lot more! Sensei Myke Washington and his staff are incredible! They work hard to develop students physically, mentally and spiritually. I highly recommend "THE GOSHU-KWAN STUDIO" It will prove to be a worthy & rewarding experience for you, family and friends! TRUST ME ON THIS!

Best place to train muay Thai in the trip state area. I've tried other gyms in other states and…read morethis is the best gym hands down.

Such an upbeat and fun alternative to the mainstream cardio kickboxing classes. You get actual…read moreinstruction on technique and application in real life versus just punching a bag. Whether you want to actually fight or just get In shape this gym has something for everyone. It's all about personal goals and growth, not the one size fits all classes offered by other gyms.