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.

Whether you're a new student or a Bujinkan veteran, we have easy options for you to get started at Muzosa. Pick a class, have fun, and see what happens. Your first class is always free, and there's never any pressure to join.
Central Park classes are near the B/C trains at 72nd St., or near the 1/2/3 trains at 72nd St. Walk into Central Park from 72nd St. and follow the road down the hill as it enters the main loop. Cross into the park at the traffic light at the main loop. From the street you can see students training. Try to show up on time, since it can sometimes be difficult to find the class if students are moving around a lot during that class.

The man most responsible for the systemization of Karate as we know it today was Gichin Funakoshi. He was born in Shuri, Okinawa in 1886. When he was only a boy of 11, he began to study (then known as "Okinawa-te") under the top two masters of the art at the time. Azato and Itosu. In time, he became a Karate expert in his own right. He is credited with being the first man to introduce Karate to Japan proper, when he gave expositions sponsored by the Ministry of Education. The art soon caught on in Japan, and Funakoshi traveled throughout the country giving lectures and demonstrations. The main universities invited him to help them set up Karate teams, and hundreds of persons studies the art under his guidance. In 1957, Master Funakoshi, the father of modern Karate, passed away at the advanced age of 89, leaving thousands of students to carry his spirit. In Karate, Funakoshi was also a poet under his pen name "Shoto:, meaning "Pine trees in the sand" The style of karate which is taught then became known as "Shotokan Karate".

Professional, courteous, and always willing to help you.

"A special place dedicated to fitness, family and education. The emphasis of our training is based on setting and attaining goals, and reaching your maximum potential. Grandmaster Kim emphasizes the importance of internal change as well as external changes to the body from physical training.
Thinking positively, avoiding negative thinking and speech, doing good deeds everyday, drinking green tea, beginning each day with meditation. By practicing these things daily, we can keep our bodies, minds and spirits in good health and harmony."

The academy was established over 17 years ago in Brooklyn. Widely known for excellent programs and disciplined environment. Some of the training programs include: Demo Training, Olympic Training, Weapon Training, Acrobatics, Kardio Kickboxing.

Using Boxing, Kickboxing, Core Strength Training and Sport Specific Training, Trainer Jimmy Fusaro delivers a heart-pumping adrenaline rush that saves you from the dreadful, relentless tedium of ‘the next ten reps’.
With a previous clientele of models, financial executives, professional athletes and celebrities, X-FIT gets you a kick-ass work-out, without lettin ‘em see you sweat.
All training is done ONE-ON-ONE, no eyes, no lines, no pretension– just a unique session that works for you.

The World Martial Arts Center in New York City - Union Square and Brooklyn. We specialize in kickboxing, modern self defense, korean karate, Mixed Martial Arts (mma), and martial arts for children.

First Coast Tae Kwon Do is dedicated to Black Belt Excellence!

The Mission of Pak’s Karate Academy is to enhance the quality of life available to its students, their families, and their community by providing character development through proper Martial Arts instruction.

Karate Arts Academy of Self Defense is to create an atmosphere of self-discovery and personal growth, which increases physical fitness and self-defense skill, encourages the foundation of high personal standards, and empowers our students with control over self (body, mind, and spirit), thus enabling them to live a happier and more successful life.

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.

Providing quality martial arts instruction to each and every student. Gotham Taekwon-Do places a strong emphasis on improving mind and body. Learning and self-discipline are very important. Anyone who has the desire to become a good martial artist and a better individual is welcome.

Offering a refreshingly modern approach to martial arts instruction. Urban Martial Arts classes are fast-paced, active, and full of practical moves that you can use to defend yourself in real life situations.
When you join our core program, you will be trained in the fundamentals of karate. But the more advanced you become, the more you will incorporate elements of other martial arts forms into your training, such as grappling, boxing, and kickboxing. By the time you receive your black belt, you will have achieved your full potential and have been transformed into a powerful, complete martial artist.

Theodorou Academy Jiu-Jitsu has been offering instruction and training in Ju-Jitsu since 1994. Located in Selden, NY, Theodorou Academy Jiu-Jitsu has produced champions in life as well as in the martial arts.
Headed by Phil Theodorou (5th degree black belt/Master) and a staff of expert instructors, Theodorou Academy Jiu-Jitsu offers a number of programs for physical fitness and instruction in Ju-Jitsu.

Founded and developed by SAIKO SHIHAN is a combination of styles such as Shotokan, Kyokushinkai, Tae Kwon Do and many other styles, emphasizing only the better, more practical techniques of each style, incorporated so that "AMERICAN KARATE" proves to be more modern, updated and efficient.

Youth programs are designed to instill confidence and aid children in developing to their fullest potential. Tiger Schulmann seeks to help build a solid foundation in life for as many children as possible, by assisting them in achieving a healthy mind and body through martial arts instruction. This wellbeing will instill in them the self-confidence, focus and determination necessary to become strong and successful in every aspect of life.
The adult program is designed to help one achieve self-confidence through physical conditioning and mastering the art of self-defense. Striving to train as many adults as possible to be physically fit and relieved of everyday stress and adept in practical martial arts skill, which will assist them in becoming more confident and successful in every aspect of their lives.

"If you live in Carmel, Kent, Brewster, Mahopac, North Salem, Somers, Putnam Valley, Patterson, Holmes, Pawling, Lincolndale or Hopewell Junction then you are close enough to come train with us!"

Welcome to American Samurai Ju Jitsu Center, where Shihan Joseph DellaPace Ju-Jitsu & his staff teach Karate, Aikido, Judo, Grappling Kick Boxing, Self-Defense, Hand-to-Hand Combat, Stick & Knife Fighting, Body Toning & Weight loss and Child Safety & Activity Classes.

The objective is not to create champions for the ring, but to create individuals to be champions of life; to be successful in their endeavours, and to gain maturity through an awareness of self.

Aikido of Jacksonville teaches the Japanese martial art of aikido which is often referred to it as "Shinzui Aikido", essentially meaning "Quintessential Aikido" or "True Essence Aikido".

Catering to men, women and children of all ages and experience levels. Dedicated to helping every student develop their martial arts expertise, their physical fitness and their self-defense skills. Exciting, fun and action packed classes provide complete martial arts training in a practical, tactical, and logical self-defense system.

For real results Normandy Gym offers expert one-on-one personal training that will help you achieve your goals as quickly as possible. Normandy's trainers have a wide range of experience with all ages including men, women, children, and seniors, using a wide variety of the latest exercise techniques to specifically target your problem areas. Normandy Gym can help you reduce weight; tone and strengthen muscle; improve nutrition and health; reduce stress; and ENJOY your exercise routine!

A family owned and operated Martial Arts School that was founded in 1996 based on Traditional Family Values and committed to developing and teaching children and adults in the arts of Sansei (3rd Generation) Goju-Ryu Karate, which was founded by Hanshi Manny Saavedra in the United States in 1980.

Since 2002, Michael Lee's Martial Arts Center has been providing martial arts instruction in the Jacksonville, FL area. Michael Lee's Martial Arts Center's programs are designed to enhance physical, mental and social growth. It is well known that the martial arts instills discipline, self confidence, respect and responsibility in students.

Valente Brothers is the official representation of Grandmaster Hélio Gracie in Florida. Professors Pedro, Gui and Joaquim Valente started training directly under the Grandmaster at the age of 2 years old and were his loyal disciples and protégés until he passed away in January of 2009. Fully committed to preserving Hélio Gracie’s vision, teaching method, and ideals both on and off the mat.

Come take an experimental class at Victor Huber Jiu Jitsu!

Taiji Kung Fu Academy (TKA) aims to provide clients with the highest quality instruction and service in the industry. The Academy's two locations, conveniently located in Jacksonville and Fleming Island, offer not only martial arts instruction, but acupuncture treatments, nutritional herbal supplements, and even a proshop that is stocked with martial arts clothing, weapons, and other related equipment and supplies.

Warrior Arts opened its doors on May 2008. The school offers quality training in the arts of Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Martial Arts, Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiujitsu and Muay Thai (Thai Boxing). In addition to the above arts, Personal Instruction, Women’s Self-Defense, Law Enforcement and Military Training are also available.
Although the school started in May of 2008, the chief instructor, Lee Peacock, has been involved in martial arts for over 30 years and has been teaching for over 20 years. All the instructors at Warrior Arts are well qualified and dedicated to assist each students’ martial arts and/or fitness goals in safe high-energy workouts.