Karate, the weaponless techniques of fighting and self-defense had its early beginnings in Okinawa. Okinawa being the main land of the Ryuku Islands chain, stretching from Japan to Taiwan, (about 300 miles from mainland Japan). There is evidence of Karate recorded in Okinawan history dating back more than 1000 years. However, the ancient history of Karate in different locations such as Naha, Tomari and Shuri later led to the different styles. Our style of Karate, Shima Ha Shorin Ryu, was developed from the ancient Tomari-Te and Shuri-Te. Goju-Ryu evolved from what was known as Naha-Te, the founder being Chojin Miyagi.

Fabrício Martins desenvolveu seu jiu jitsu na Escola do Mestre Oswaldo Alves, vindo a se tornar um dos melhores lutadores da história do jiu jitsu brasileiro. Seu ápice, na década de 80, antes mesmo de se tornar faixa preta, se deu nas faixas roxa e marron, onde, conquistou sucessivos campeonatos. A subida para a faixa preta se deu a pedido do lendário Mestre Hélio Grace, sugerindo ao Mestre Oswaldo, graduar Fabrício por mérito, justificando que o lutador praticamente não tinha adversários na marron

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.

Locally owned and operated. The owner and his family live in Brooklyn Heights. The owner is a practicing martial artist and a teacher at Brooklyn Dojo, not just a businessperson or an entrepreneur. All Brooklyn Dojo programs or instructors are based in Brooklyn with a majority in the greater Brooklyn Heights vicinity.

"At Tiger Schulmann’s MMA, our youth programs are designed to instill confidence and aid children in developing to their fullest potential. We seek 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."

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.

Chintokan teaches Shorin-Ryu Karate-Do which originated in Okinawa, Japan. The documented history of current Shorin-Ryu karatedo tradition begins in Shuri, Okinawa, at some point in the 1800s by Sokon Matsumura (1809~1899), a leading Shuri-Te (one of three original Ryukyu Kenpo) master of his time. Beyond that, the unbroken lineage of Shorin-Ryu can be traced all the way back to the Okinawan lords, nobles and bodyguards of the Ryukyu Kingdom era in the 16th century. However, in those days, Shorin-Ryu karate was simply known as "Tea," or "Hand." Tea is Okinawa pronounciation for hand(s).

Boxing Ring on Premises. One-on-one with Pro Boxer 7 Certified Fitness Trainer. http://www.demarcosgym.com

Located in Queens, New York, was established in 1995. Currently located in a brand new, state of the art 4,500 sq. ft. facility, PMA offers programs for all ages. The youth program is age specific and is targeted towards the developmental stage of each child.

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.

Sensei Sheldon Elliot Ruskin is training and teaching traditional Shotokan karate for over 30 years. Certified by and a member of the Japan Karate Association in Tokyo and International Shotokan Karate Association. Sensei Sheldon Elliot Ruskin, US National Karate Champion has trained children for National and Regional championships. Sensei Ruskin has also trained in Japan - Karate Association in Tokyo over 6 years.

Champions do not become champions when they win the event, but in the hours, weeks, months and years they spend preparing for it. T. Alan rmstrong

Boxe chinês, bike, yoga, abs, mat pilates.

Como o Judo, o Karate também chegou ao Brasil com os imigrantes japoneses no ano de 1908 e instalou-se primeiro em São Paulo, principalmente nas cidades do interior. Criado por nativos e monges da antigüidade instintivamente e desenvolvido por samurais, o Karatê é uma arte marcial oficial folclórica ritualista tradicional da Ilha de Okinawa (Japão), linha zen, inspirada pelos fenômenos da natureza e observações dos animais, com finalidades educacionais, terapêuticas, defesa pessoal, ética, estética e uma proposta estilística de vida.
Muito apreciado em todas as camadas sociais é hoje esporte olímpico praticado em mais de 150 países.
Seus preceitos incluem respeito, cortesia, paz, fraternidade, dedicação, harmonia, justiça, união, humildade, paciência, otimismo, bom-senso, prudência, controle da violência e disciplina.
Efeitos imediatos são elasticidade, reflexo,auto-confiança, controle do stress, bem-estar, sensibilidade, percepção, intuição, criatividade e segurança pessoal.

Five Points Academy is a unique facility located in downtown New York City, on the border of Chinatown and Soho. We take our name from the historic and infamous neighborhood known as The Five Points, which was located just a few blocks away from our landmark building.
Five Points Academy is an independent, member-oriented semi-private club staffed with professional, experienced personal trainers, who recognize members by name. Fully equipped gym, yoga classes, state of the art cardio area, on site massage therapy, dedicated staff, amenities such as laundry service make Five Points Fitness the type of place that makes one actually look forward to training.

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.

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.

New York's other Luxury Fitness Club. Over 100 Exercise Stations, 10,000 LBS. of Weights, Ellipticals by Precor, Treadmills, Lifecycles, Group Exercise Classes, Spinning, Yoga, Pilates, Luxuy Locker-rooms, Juice Bar, Cardio Theater, Personal Training, Kick Boxing, Tai Chi, Free Towels.

VFitness is a 5-year old personal training service in New York City. The company was started by Head Trainer, Victor Rojas from his passion in weight lifting, power lifting, healthy eating and boxing.
Victor, himself, created a customized program to help himself and started his journey for physical fitness at the age of 15, losing over 100 pounds in one year.
Since then, he has spent the last 15 years studying weight lifting, power lifting, boxing and various martial arts in which he developed an eclectic form of training which has proven to be the best form of losing weight, improving athleticism, and overall optimal physical health.

A partnership between the client and the trainer, based on trust and mutual interests.

A Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu Training Academy. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was perfected by Carlos Gracie who developed techniques using leverage and timing, rather than strong, explosive techniques found in traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu. Carlos' son, Carlinhos, has further contributed to the growth of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu by applying the techniques on the mat as well as in life. Carlinhos strives for self-perfection, which has led to a successful stable of students and champions.

A Registered Metro club located in Ridgewood NY.  Founded by Boxing Master Ray Cuadrado, the NY Boxing staff is dedicated to teaching fundamentals, proper technique, and extreme conditioning routines.
With a proud history of champion fighters, Brotherhood offers specialized training that includes olympic style boxing, extreme conditioning, tournament training, as well as pro training camps.

The youth programs are designed to instill confidence and aid children in developing to their fullest potential. Helping to 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.

A Academia Gala é uma empresa voltada à área de fitness, saúde e bem estar. Tem como suas principais atividades aulas de ginástica (diversas modalidades – ver grade de horários), danças, yoga, pilates, lutas e musculação, além de oferecer serviços de massagem, nutricionista, shiatsu, e uma série de convênios, proporcionando aos seus alunos conforto e praticidade. Localizada na Rua Dr. João Simplício Alves de Carvalho, 551, Bairro Jardim Ipiranga, Porto Alegre/RS, conta com 1000 m2, equipamentos profissionais, salas com ar condicionado e uma equipe de professores formados, periodicamente treinados, e credenciados ao CREF – Conselho Regional de Educação Física. Venha fazer parte do nosso quadro de alunos e descobrir as inúmeras vantagens que a GALA possui há mais de 17 anos!

Modalidades: abdominal, alongamento, bike indoor/spinning, escolinhas esportivas, ginástica localizada, hidroginástica, krav maga, musculação, natação, pilates, power jump/jump, squash, step.

Francisco Toco, responsável pela Nova Geração, foi introduzido ao jiu-jitsu por seu amigo Rodrigo Medeiros, que já praticava há 6 meses e insistia para que ele treinasse. Através de seu incentivo, começou a praticar o esporte com o professor Maneco. Desde então, não parou mais.

Consagrado na formação de atletas campeões de judô, Leonardo Lara, faixa preta 5° DAN e criador do Judô Clube que leva o seu nome, fez constar em seu currículo graduação pelo Curso de Educação e Treinamento pela Federação Internacionao de Judô.
Aulas com boa freqüência para crianças de 3 a 5 anos, judô infantil para crianças de 6 a 10 anos, estimulando a disciplina e a auto confiança.
Judô feminino com excelente procura.
Endereços:
Sede Rua Alfredo Pinto, 4-B - Tijuca
Núcleo 1 Academia Pro Trainer - Tijuca
Núcleo 2 Colégio Batista - Tijuca
Núcleo 3 Colégio Braga Carneiro Tijuca
Núcleo 4 Academia KDM Vila Isabel

A Academia nasceu por volta de 1987, no bairro da Barra da Tijuca, na Cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Os primeiros alunos a rolar e se queimar nos tapetes foram: Paulo Nardy, Rogério Poggio, entre outros iniciando assim, o que é hoje a academia.
A Academia Infight cresceu muito, tendo hoje várias filiais no Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo e ainda uma unidade no Japão.
Unidades RJ: Alfabarra, Barra Sul, Taquara, Cidade de Deus, Pedra de Guaratiba 1, 2 e 3, Gardênia Azul, Recreio dos Bandeirantes e Academia Hiper Fórmula.

Nascido no Rio de Janeiro, Muzio De Angelis começou a treinar Jiu-Jitsu aos 5 anos, por iniciativa de seu pai Pierino De Angelis, faixa preta formado pelo mestre João Alberto Barreto. Foi aluno do Mestre Sylvio Bhering e Roberto Traven. Foi campeão diversas vezes em todas as faixas e em agosto de 2005 alcançou um de seus maiores objetivos, o de chegar às 100 medalhas, tornando-se um dos maiores competidores com mais títulos no Jiu-Jitsu. Atualmente se dedica a desenvolver sua equipe, na Academia Gávea Gym, onde é o Coordenador de Artes Marciais.