Best Self-Defense Classes in Springfield, MA

“My friend was shooting their firearm that has never been fired before and myself do not carry an ltc so we went together and split the private instructor fee.”

“Great staff, great for building discipline if we are talking about taekwondo classes, after school is great with giving kid's activities and having chance to do their homework”

“The instructor is very knowledgeable and knows exactly how to reach out to the students not only giving classes but by giving private lessons to students as well.”

“We in the valley are very fortunate to have a dojo that blends, among so many noble things, patience, discipline, and one on one attention with high level black belts.”

“The strength of character and respect for others that is taught is a unique and powerful aspect of the program, but presented in an age-appropriate way.”

“When I said it was life changing, it really means that I carry myself differently, and I can be out at night, or go to bed in my house without that horrible fear that I will be a victim and not know what to do”

“The School offers a friendly and safe training environment or at students and from what I've seen they go out of their way to take care every individual in the school.”

“The instructor Todd is great at encouraging people and will always point out what you did well, and guide you when he sees you're not doing well with something.”

“UKMA is not just a room filled with the best instructors and people, it is a family working together to help one another grow both mentally and physically with no judgement.”

“He happily answers my endless supply of white belt questions; understands that work schedules can make people late (some gyms don't allow you to enter if you're late); spends time with everyone to make sure they're doing the techniques correctly, and...”

“One 23 and one 16 Positive Professionalism”

“Despite my difficulties in doing rolls initially, Master Jak took time to provide one on one to instill courage needed to willfully flip myself.”

“Regardless of your interest in the martial arts (self defense, fitness, confidence, belonging to a community, etc.”

“Awesome”

“This is a great place to come and learn a martial arts discipline especially for women looking for more than average self-defense class and who want a great workout every time.”

“These two gentlemen are the most caring, talented, and determined men I know and take such care and consideration in any person that they are coaching.”

“I've been taking the Boston Fit class for a few months now and I love it!”

“Coach Tony Lacaprucia runs a clean, fun gym with high expectations and lots of respect between not only the students and coach, but also just between students.”