Capoeira Angola, an ancient martial art of African origin, is one of the many cultural weapons used to break the chains of enslavement in Brazil. Played close to the ground, Capoeira Angola combines fluid, dance-like movements with kicks, head butts, tripping sweeps and the appearance of playfulness or vulnerability. Music is played on traditional instruments to accompany the players, to teach the rhythmic heart of the art, and also to mask its power. In the eyes of the enslavers it appeared to be a joking and playful acrobatic dance, but eventually its power was realized and Capoeira was outlawed. Death was the penalty paid by those caught playing Capoeira during the slavery era. For almost 400 years Capoeira Angola was taught and practiced in secret, and only in the 1930's did this African martial art become legal to teach and practice.

Warren Levi Karate & Fitness offers mixed martial arts, but specializes in the traditional style of Shotokan Karate. The specialization in a traditional style of karate enables one to develop co-ordination, discipline, balance and timing. An added benefit of taking part in karate as a sport is the accompanying weight loss and improved body definition. Adults and children, irrespective of age, do not need to be fit or athletic or even coordinated to start karate.

Hudson Valley Jiu-Jitsu offers classes 7 days a week in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Kickboxing & Mixed Martial Arts - train with the only MMA champions in the Hudson Valley!

The Only Professional Hapkido, Chun Kuhn DoTM & Miyama Ryu Ju JutsuTM School in Queens!

The International Martial Arts Center is unique amongst organizations which teach the martial arts. IMAC unifies different styles of martial arts and teaches them in accordance with each individual's strengths. Here at IMAC we teach Tae Kwon Do as the main art but incorporate techniques from other Asian arts to develop a complete martial art system.

The Japan Karate Association of Brooklyn, founded in 1972, offers training in traditional Shotokan Karate-Do. The school is affiliated with the Japan Karate Association (JKA), a world-wide organization dedicated to encourage and assist students in their growth and understanding of Shotokan, and to promote the development of the art generally. It is also a member of Shotokan Karate-do International (SKDI). SKDI operates out of New York City and serves as the headquarters for many JKA clubs worldwide. Classes are taught by Sensei Shu Takahashi, 7th dan. Sensei Takahashi is a JKA-licensed tournament judge, examiner and instructor. Additionally, he currently teaches karate at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook, and has taught at the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) from 1983 to 1997. Sensei Takahashi has studied under Sensei Mori, 8th dan, since 1963.

Kyoshi Paul Sookdar, a Fifth-Degree Black Belt and co-founder of the Kenshikai Karate Association, has been studying martial arts for over thirty years and teaching for over twenty. He began training at the age of six at Jerome Mackie’s school in New York City, and after two years moved to the Kyokushin school of Kaicho (Grandmaster) Tadashi Nakamura at 14th Street in Manhattan. Here, he first found his love of traditional Japanese style karate based upon the principles of discipline, self-respect, and courtesy.

Tessa Gordon,Chief Instructor Originally from Toronto, Canada, Tessa Gordon holds a 5th degree black belt in the Korean art of Tae Kwon Do. Gordon was a member of the 1988 Canadian Olympic Team, nine-time Canadian National Champion, World Championship Medalist and Pan American Champion. Today, Gordon has been practicing Tae Kwon Do for over 35 years. As a young child, Gordon began training in basic kicking and punching techniques at home. As her progress and enjoyment of the art became evident, her parents enrolled her in the Jong Park Institute of Tae Kwon Do. She found the discipline required for traditional training incredibly demanding both emotionally and physically. Yet with the encouragement of her parents, she continued to train.

In 1963 Professor Bill Mcloud's martial arts training started when he began boxing at the "Police Athletic League" (PAL). He boxed in various PAL's learning the fundamentals of the art of boxing, but one of the places he enjoyed going to box was at St. John's recreation center in Brooklyn.

Welcome to the Vermont Kung Fu Academy, one of the most traditional Chinese Martial Arts academies in the United States. The program offered at the Academy incorporates the best of internal and external martial arts, Qi Cultivation and natural healing. The Academy also serves as a bridge crossing a vast ocean, bringing history, traditions and people of diverse cultures together.

Iron Eagle offers the finest instruction Hapkido, the Korean martial art of self-defense. It is based upon three principles: Harmony (Hwa), Circle (Won), and Dynamic (Lyu). Iron Eagle Hapkido offers family discounts, and visitors are always welcome.

Welcome to Combat Fitness Mixed Martial Arts Training Center, open Everyday at 5:00pm & Saturdays at 1:00 pm.

Northeast Academy of Martial Arts provides superior instruction in the martial arts in New Jersey.

Wuwei Tai Chi teaches Taijiquan (Taichi-chuan, Taichi) in the Chen, Yang, and Wu styles. Teacher Won Park specializes in the barehand forms, pushhands, swords and spears.

The Martial Way Self-Defense Center, with locations in Colchester, Milton, and Saint Albans, has been teaching martial arts in the Vermont area since 1988. There are many programs for several styles of martial arts at martial way for students of all ages to find interest in.

Welcome to Kojo Academy! KOJO means "High Tide" and is representative of Taekwon-Do's characteristic "up/down" motion (the wave) and Ki (energy) flow. Kojo is a Member of the National Association of Professional Martial Artists and a certified USSSA Taekwondo School.

The Martial Way Self-Defense Center, with locations in Colchester, Milton, and Saint Albans, has been teaching martial arts in the Vermont area since 1988. There are many programs for several styles of martial arts at martial way for students of all ages to find interest in.

Hamilton Martial Arts invites you to tour their website and to become acquainted with what the school has to offer. You are also encouraged to visit their facility in Hamilton Square, NJ, and observe or participate in a wide variety of programs and classes. Hamilton Martial Arts teaches adult and children’s classes and specializes in many different training styles in our 3000 square-foot, fully equipped facility.

Since 2000, Daddis Mixed Martial Arts in Philadelphia, PA (also known as Philly MMA™) has transformed thousands of students’ lives by empowering them with the tools to succeed, regardless of gender, age or athletic ability. Daddis develops and nurtures a lifestyle in students that brings about a positive change for the rest of their lives. Daddis Mixed Martial Arts teaches the most effective martial arts the world has ever known - modern, battle tested self-defense techniques that are unrivaled in the ring, cage or in the street. In 2003, Daddis Training Centers opened its second academy in Cherry Hill, NJ, which provides the same unprecedented success to its members.

The Martial Way Self-Defense Center, with locations in Colchester, Milton, and Saint Albans, has been teaching martial arts in the Vermont area since 1988. There are many programs for several styles of martial arts at martial way for students of all ages to find interest in.

Vermont Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, aka VT BJJ, offers outstanding programs dedicated to quality and professionalism. VT BJJ offers traditional, legitimate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in a friendly and positive environment. All are welcome. There are also programs for men, women and children, as well as seminars and private lessons. Specialized curriculum for police and military training also available. Located conveniently in Williston, part of the greater Burlington area in Chittenden County.

Since 2000, Daddis Mixed Martial Arts in Philadelphia, PA (also known as Philly MMA™) has transformed thousands of students’ lives by empowering them with the tools to succeed, regardless of gender, age or athletic ability. Daddis develops and nurtures a lifestyle in students that brings about a positive change for the rest of their lives. Daddis Mixed Martial Arts teaches the most effective martial arts the world has ever known - modern, battle tested self-defense techniques that are unrivaled in the ring, cage or in the street. It has also opened up a brand new academy in Hamilton, NJ!

Aikido of Champlain Valley is a 501(c)(3) federal non-profit educational institution committed to teaching traditional Aikido in Vermont by providing safe, focused and enjoyable training. Aikido of Champlain Valley schedules weekend seminars in Aikido and Iaido with guest instructors from around the world. We also offer classes in zazen (Zen meditation), Iaido (sword arts) and Aiki-weapons (sword and staff). An intensive training program is also available for qualifying students.

UFAI is the largest multi-style martial arts training facility in Vermont. It boasts very knowledgeable and caring instructors, a youth enrichment center, top of the line training equipment, high speed internet access, electronic attendance tracking and much, much more!

Vermont Taekwon-Do Academy nurtures the positive attitudes and spirits of its students while addressing individual physical challenges. Students are taught to continually strive to uphold the five tenets of Taekwon-Do (courtesy, integrity, perserverence, self control, and indomitable spirit) while they are at the Dojang, as well as during their every day lives. Vermont Taekwon-Do Academy services the student as a whole regardless of age, ability or background.

UFAI is the largest multi-style martial arts training facility in Vermont. It boasts very knowledgeable and caring instructors, a youth enrichment center, top of the line training equipment, high speed internet access,electronic attendance tracking and much, much more!

Porta's Karate-Do & Kobudo Academy was established in 1966 by Sensei John Porta. The Academy offers programs in three martial arts: Karate, Kobudo (traditional Okinawan weapons), and Tai Chi Chuan. Sensei Porta holds an 8th degree black belt in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate, and was awarded the rank of Kyoshi. All ranking of students at Porta's Karate-Do & Kobudo Academy is of the highest standards, and is sanctioned and certified by authentic martial arts organization from Okinawa, Japan.