Best Self Defense School Cambridge Near Me

American Martial Arts Center Ginsberg Academy BJJ Jae H. Kim Taekwon-do Institute Boston Classical Soo Bahk Do Uechi-Ryu Cambridge Karate CW Taekwondo at Boston Aikido Tekkojuku Of Boston Pence Self-Defense Academy REDLINE Fight Sports Mac Donald Academy of Martial Arts Tohoku Judo Club Capoeira MdP - Dance Complex

1. American Martial Arts Center - Belmont

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36 Spinelli Pl, Cambridge, MA 02138

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2. Ginsberg Academy BJJ - Cambridge

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2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

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Ginsberg Academy BJJ: what do users think?
Carlos Sessa: great place for bjj!
Sarah Wasinger: Wonderful place to practice jiu jitsu whether you’re a beginner or advanced. Very nice, highly skilled training partners and a great friendly environment! Instruction is always top notch and safety is a priority
James Dunne: SUCH A WONDERFUL PLACE! I came from my first gym in Tucson and was nervous to try a new place. Ginsberg BJJ is AMAZING. Coach Dave is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and genuinely loves his students and his school. The other students were very welcoming and there is a good mix of total beginners and extremely skilled fighters. The space itself is beautiful and big and has a very authentic, no nonsense old school feel to it. Good vibes all around. Unfortunately I had to leave the gym for another move to the West Coast but I miss it already. I just came back from my first class trying out another local gym here and it was very good but it made me miss Ginsberg BJJ and realize what a special place it is. It motivated me to go write this review in appreciation. If you are local, call Coach Dave up and join, you will be happy you did!
Monta Wiley: Just recently I was in boston on vacation and had the opportunity to visit Ginsberg BJJ . After my recent experience, I can confirm that this gym does not deserve 5 Stars. In fact, IT DESERVES MORE THAN 5 STARS !! Everyone from the instructors to the students welcomed me, were very friendly, and gave me some awesome training while in town. Even let me borrow a gi, when I forgot mine haIf anyone is in the boston area and looking for a place to train, ginsberg jj is the place to be !!thank you everyone for the great time.
Matthew Bemis: Ginsberg Academy is an incredibly positive learning environment. Coach Dave prioritizes a welcoming and respectful culture and it shows with all the members of the gym. Beyond this, there's a lot of super talented athletes that you can learn from and train with. Coach Dave is one of the nicest people I've ever interacted with.
Ethan Gilbert: Amazing place to train. World class coaches and amazing training partners. Fun atmosphere, emphasis on safety and practicality, and great camaraderie. Would recommend to anyone.
kenny gatlin: Always a great time when visiting. Professor Dave is very knowledgeable and I never leave without getting taught something new or getting help on tightening up some techniques.
Zhenhuan Sun: Safe and friendly environment. The coach is very knowledgeable.
Katie Perez: This Academy is a true gem; Professor Dave is incredibly skilled and knowledgeable as well as kind and deeply caring towards his students. The instruction is top-notch and the energy is positive and focused; the rolls are fun, competitive and safe. There aren't really words for how great the Ginsberg Academy is but if I could give 10/5 stars I would
Rachel Beauchamp: Professor Dave has helped me improve my skill set each time I’ve visited his academy. He is extremely knowledgeable, checks in on your comfort and safety continuously throughout training and his gym is kept very clean.
Jaimerson Aguirre: Great experience great vibe from everyone especially Professor Dave, helped me work on my weaknesses and what to work on etc OSS!!
Chris Keller: I recently visited Ginsberg academy for a weekend of BJJ training, and it was an amazing experience. Professor Dave and his students were all so welcoming and willing to share their knowledge. It was a true privilege to work with such an incredible group of martial artists, and I’m eagerly looking forward to another chance to visit.
Tolik Zinovyev: Awesome coach and great clean gym! Training there is always a pleasure.
Brian Cutts: Got to visit Ginsberg's Academy this February for American Grappling Federation. I got the chance to stop in and personally be welcomed by the owner Dave. Dave has an impressive resume and represents some of the best BJJ here in Boston, be sure to check his gym out.
Vsevolod Tsodokov: This is an amazing place to come and learn jiu jitsu, train and to take your game to the next level. Dave, the head coach, is a bottomless well of knowledge, and an amazing trainer.All people I met there, without exceptions, are humble, friendly, and a pleasure to train with.Safety as also very high on everyone’s agenda there.Highly recommend to train there for all levels- from novices to professional atgeletes/bjj practitioners.
Charlie Liu: Their "Peaceful Dragons" program is the best kids martial arts class I've seen ever: I checked out first class with my 7 yr old last sunday and we'll be back: super fun and managed to teach BJJ basics in a very fun way, also very active and positive. David (besides being super friendly in general and expert at BJJ etc) is fantastic with engaging young kids at their level. Class was exercise packed for the kids and very well thought out to introduce/ sneak in lots of real skills (not just random games or useless things that look good) in an almost free play context--almost a "Montessori" approach to martial arts.
Isaac Godfried: I have been training at Ginsberg Academy off and on for more than 5 years. In the past two and a half years in particular it has become the place where I spend perhaps the greatest amount of my free time.While the quality of BJJ has always been top notch, I've also had the pleasure to see an increase in the number and types of classes. The academy now has BJJ classes 7 days per week and both Wrestling and Muay Thai classes. I frequently look forward to spending long nights at the academy where I get there around 6 for Muay Thai and stay late into the night rolling and chatting with teammates.However, even though the number of classes has increased the quality of instruction has not deteriorated. Unlike some gyms where purple belts teach many classes Professor Ginsberg still teaches the vast majority of BJJ classes (and the ones he doesn't teach are taught by other black or brown belts). The academy also takes safety and hygiene very seriously particularly with respect to COVID-19.
Ryan Miller: Positive:Communication,ProfessionalismThe atmosphere at Ginsberg Academy is fantastic. Excellent instruction paired with friendly and kind people has made for an awesome transition from my old gym.
Alexander Rush: Positive:QualityI've trained at 8 academies in two cities and this one is by far the safest, thanks to Professor Ginsberg's oversight. If you want to get good at Jiu Jitsu, you don't want to get injured. Also, I've learned the most/fastest here.
James Larisch: I've been training here for ~3 years now. The staff (especially Dave Ginsberg) is fantastic, the environment is safe, clean, friendly, humble, and fun, and the jiu jitsu is top-notch. Honestly it's one of the best parts about living here. Great for both competitors and people looking for a workout.
Michael Wing: I've spent the last few months training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Ginsberg Academy and my experience has been nothing short of amazing.Professor Dave is a very skilled and friendly instructor that does his best to ensure students are training in a safe but engaging way. As a newer student, I have been extremely impressed with Dave's ability to foster a great learning and growth environment, where more senior students provide mentorship to newer students and developing students are encouraged to take on mentorship roles as they grow. The academy does its best to accommodate a wide range of schedules and learning styles. I feel like students are almost always training for hours after the formal class sessions, which is crucial for people who work pretty late, and instructors are always communicating the important details for techniques they're teaching so students are clear on why you perform a move a certain way, and not just how.I unfortunately had to move recently, but my time at Ginsberg Academy has me hooked on BJJ (I trained there 3-5 times/week and for sure plan to continue) and would 100% recommend that anyone looking to train BJJ/Judo/Wrestling/Muay Thai in the Boston area to go check it out!

3. Jae H. Kim Taekwon-do Institute - Cambridge

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· 8 reviews

2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

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Jae H. Kim Taekwon-do Institute: what do users think?
Chester Leonard: Clean and airy
samuel belay: My son have been attended at this school since the past roughly 2 1/2 years and he has a green belt. I really like the school and instructor. He is well organized and really great teacher. My son enjoys attending this class everytime, and I am happy to send my son as well. I highly recommend you to join this school if you are really interested in learning a real Taekwondo with highly professional instructor.
Michael Morello: Over the past decade, I have regularly attended classes at this school. There are many positives about this school, but the one that stands out the most is the quality of the instructors. Besides being strongly committed, the instructors at J. H. Kim Cambridge, display a clear commitment to looking out for the best interest of all of their students. As a physical education teacher, I would highly recommend this school to both kids and adults.
Mason Woodruff: Showed up for meeting with instructor only to be met with chaotic scene. Younger instructor seemed only to care whether little kids showed him great respect, while making main instructor overwhelmed by crowd. Way too many students to expect quality instruction. Kids everywhere waiting to start, but last class overran by at least 15 minutes. I wouldn't subject my child to that mess.
Arlene Holtzman: Excellent teachers; fun, supportive community; classes spread throughout the day and evening making it easy to fit in classes even with a busy schedule.

4. Cambridge Tang Soo Do - Cambridge

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· 4 reviews

215 First St, Cambridge, MA 02142

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Cambridge Tang Soo Do: what do users think?
njish sign: A great community first and then a martial arts school that teaches and fosters respect. My oldest child has been attending the school for 8 years and the youngest for 4 years now and they have both learned the values and rewards of discipline and respect while learning self defense and practicing skills and making friendships that will last a lifetime. What truly sets the school apart from other martial art's schools around it, is that it is taught by adults who volunteer their time and effort and do not get paid for it. You only pay the gym for the access to to gym premises and that fee goes only to the gym and not to the Cambridge Tang Soo Do, so it is not based in profits but simply on the passion of good hearted people. I urge people to come and see and learn more about it.
Robert Lasko: CTSD is a traditional martial arts school that caters to students of all levels. The school has a good number of masters, instructors, and many black belts which provide great focused instruction on all aspects of Tang Soo Do. My favorites are basic kicking techniques, but also include combos and sparring, but also have so much to learn in the various weapon techniques.
oleg k: It is a very special school I have honor to train and study martial art there. With this training I develop many qualities, resolved many conflicts, make friends and grow over those years. Great instructors, comradery and welcoming environment for everyone, including kids, parents and and students with special needs.
N Bagga: This is an excellent school to train in overall fitness with Martial Arts. The school focuses on physical strength and mental agility which can help anyone who is looking to improve their well being.International Master Klacko is an excellent teacher and a mentor. The classes are fun and interesting and teach discipline to children and adults.Classes are held three times a week for adults. They have separate classes for children on Saturdays. The location is central to Boston inside Cambridge Athletic Club near Kendall MIT.Update: After been a student at Cambridge Tang Soo Do for over 10 years, moving to a different states in between, I still get drawn towards this school. The teachings here are fulfilling not just on a physical level but also help you excel mentally. The cameraderie of the senior masters and black belts make you feel like a family. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for fitness, understanding body mechanics and learning the ancient martial arts.
Brad Bedingfield: Signing up my kids (and myself) to study Tang Soo Do here is one of the best things I've ever done. I've seen my children grow into a welcoming community of martial artists, with kids their own age, role models to look up to at the teen level, and pee wees that they can themselves help, and I love watching them develop confidence, discipline, strength, mindfulness, and a sense of service. Cambridge TSD has a far higher ratio of Masters and expert instructors than other martial arts studios, and so we're constantly getting one-on-one tutoring from people who really know and love what they're doing. They also strike just the right balance between pushing the kids to focus and improve, and at the same time understanding that they are kids, and require a different approach sometimes than when training adults. And for me personally, after years of failing to exercise consistently, doing this has dramatically changed my own health and fitness. I love this place.
Hicham Asekkour: A place where they punishing students instead of building trust on them. The only care about money. I don't see the place a place where our children learn respect. There are kids that been there for almost a year they look like strangers in that place. Also you have to know people working there and have a relationship with them so your kids can get the benefits out of the "club". And there is more to say......
Sheraz Choudhary: I practiced at Cambridge Tang Soo Do for around five years and there is not one critique that I can recall. This is literally in my humble opinion the best martial arts school in the Boston area.The two things that I most like about Cambridge Tang Soo Do are:The depth of knowledge of the instructors is impressive! The ratio of senior black belts to junior students allows for excellent personalized instruction. Master Klacko provides for a great and balanced atmosphere that is not only rewarding and challenging but also stimulating. Thus, the school attracts a great group of students of various backgrounds.Unlike most other Martial Arts places that are run like a business Cambridge Tang Soo Do is run like a college. The focus is on teaching the students and allowing them to grow rather than on how much your next belt will cost. Cambridge Tang Soo Do is therefore very economical and does not have hidden costs.A review cannot adequately convey how wonderful training at Cambridge Tang Soo Do is so I would recommend that you just drop by for two FREE classes and judge for yourself.

5. Steve Nugent's Karate Institute - Cambridge

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· 1 reviews

1640 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02138

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njish sign: I was looking for a martial arts school for my 5 year old. I found Steve Nugent's Karate Institute online and it seemed an interesting approach, at least from their description there. I tried to sign for a class in Cambridge, but I could not do it online since they had not updated their website to include Cambridge. I called and left a message. I received a call two days later from Steve who said that I could show up at their Cambridge location at 1640 Cambridge St on Sat @ 9.30, and take a look at the class and If we liked it I could register. I showed up there, but I was not allowed to enter in the building because Steve needed to call them first and let them know about any new students or visitors. I called Steve and left a message again explaining the situation. He never called back. I would call this at least irresponsible behavior, especially if you are the owner of a business.

6. Boston Classical Soo Bahk Do - Cambridge

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· 2 reviews

7 Temple St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Boston Classical Soo Bahk Do: what do users think?
Ian Constable (martial arts): Great practitioners helping the art to grow. Rigion 1 couldn't have a better family working hard to demonstrate the art!

7. Uechi-Ryu Cambridge Karate - Cambridge

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· 5 reviews

East End House, 105 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 02141

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MICHAEL BELLOFATTO: I have been a student of Tim Ford's for 4years now. I am hooked for life. Everyone helps everyone learn here. Great bunch of people I call teachers,brothers and sisters.
Bill Graham: This is a great place to work out !! Tim Ford is by far one of the best Uechi Ryu karate instructors. Tim is a 9th degree Black Belt in the style of Uechi Ryu Karate but you wouldn't know it just talking to him. As the old saying goes, " the students reflect the teacher" , Tim is a very humble man as are the students. We leave the ego at the door. All are welcome to join the class. If you are looking to learn REAL self defense then this is the place. As a beginner or an advanced student you will be working out in an all ranks class. Tim has taught us that no matter what the rank we are all students and we always have something to learn. Personally I have had to deal with multiple spine injuries in my life and it was Sensei Tim Ford , my fellow students, and Uechi Ryu Karate that has helped me through those tough times. I am a 6th Degree Black Belt , I have known Sensei Tim Ford for many years so don't just take my word for it. Come down to the East End House in East Cambridge and try out a class. You will not be disappointed . THIS IS A HIDDEN GEM. And you can't beat the price.
Jose Olivo: I've been a student of Sensei Ford for 20 years. I learned about him from a former student who happened to be my coworker at the time. He heard about my anger issues and suggested it as an outlet. I had my doubts. Well, 20 years later I can tell you I have learned so much and of course there is no doubt. I am currently working on my 5th Degree Blackbelt (Godan). Discipline, confidence, repetition and patience…especially patience will be words you get to know constantly. I assure you, if you give it a fair chance, you won’t be sorry. Sensei Ford says that everyone, including himself, is a student for life. You can be a student as well…just show up!
Daniel Belanger Jr: Have attended when he was younger and living in Cambridge great experience kept me out of trouble
Krishna Patel: A wonderful school - I joined up about a year ago, and have found the instructor, Tim Ford, and all other students (of whom I am the lowest ranked) supportive, excellent teachers. it is an all-ranks class (meaning I, a white belt, am paired with brown and black belts), but it's a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, and I highly recommend it.

8. CW Taekwondo at Boston - Cambridge

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· 30 reviews

285 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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9. Aikido Tekkojuku Of Boston - Cambridge

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· 2 reviews

170 Rindge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

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Aikido Tekkojuku Of Boston: what do users think?
CleanWater: Sensei is such a warm and welcoming human being. Everyone should give Aikido a try.
Casey G.: Forbidding people from practicing unless vaxxed is discriminatory. Sadly, like some other groups, this one has fallen under media brainwashing, dubiously choosing to deny practitioners medical freedom under the guise of safety. Their lack of consideration, factual understanding, and common sense is disappointing to say the least.
Christopher: An excellent Aikido Dojo with a friendly community. Instructors take the time to help individuals of all skill levels and make sure the movement is understood. Beginners are always welcome. I always reccomend watching a few classes, if you are thinking about it, they can help put your reservations at ease. A great place to practice.
Phil Chodrow: Tekko is a warm, friendly, and inspiring place to learn Aikido from some of the Boston area's foremost teachers. The community is fantastic, the space is welcoming, and the practice is vigorous! Absolutely recommended for anyone interested in the martial arts.
Priscilla Chew: This dojo is a welcoming space for those wanting a supportive, noncompetitive environment to train in aikido. I joined 5 years ago and love the physical and mental challenges.
G Neves: Non-profit, under the direction of Yasumasa Itoh, 6th Dan, former student of Kanai-Sensei, 8th Dan, who was direct student of O-Sensei.The environment is very friendly, and all students keep a positive attitude towards improving themselves and the quality of their Aikido.Easy parking and easy access.
Nahur Fonseca: This is a friendly and conducive dojo to learn Aikido.The level of the students is very varied, so you can learn with each other a lot.The rates fit any pocket and any schedule.Overall, very good, I would recommend to everyone.

10. Sinha Capoeira Cambridge - Cambridge

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· 1 reviews

2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

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11. Pence Self-Defense Academy - Burlington

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· 4 reviews

226 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA 01803

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12. REDLINE Fight Sports - Cambridge

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· 13 reviews

21 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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13. Mac Donald Academy of Martial Arts - Watertown

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· 15 reviews

6 Riverside St, Watertown, MA 02472

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14. Capoeira MdP - Outdoor Classes - Cambridge

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· 1 reviews

Appian Way and, Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02140

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15. Tohoku Judo Club - Cambridge

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· 15 reviews

2322 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

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16. Capoeira MdP - Dance Complex - Cambridge

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536 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

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