Come here to master the Korean art of Tae Kwon Do, which can be loosely translated as "the art of the foot and fist." Tae kwon do can be used as a method of self defense, as well as a great character and confidence builder. If that is not enough, it's also a great workout.
Karate Universe is a martial arts school, offering programs for both children and adults. All instructors are internationally certified black belts. Adult programs include weight control and mind/spiritual discipline.
Karate Universe has programs for children ages 3 to 17 years old.
Gain confidence by learning self defense at this martial arts school located in Clock Tower Square. Classes are held in the dojoang (formal training hall in Korean) and include basic choices, such as cardio-kickboxing and yoga as well as some more exotic options. Take advantage of a one-week free trial or rent out the space for your next birthday party.
Named "Martial Arts School of the Year" by the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2008, Hidden Dragon Karate Fitness Center is one of the largest martial arts dojo schools in New England. Its instructors are personally trained by Dojo Master Rod Fuller. Hidden Dragon teaches a plethora of martial arts techniques and training, including kempo, karate, ju-jitsu, weapons, kick boxing, Pilates and exo-ball.
Fuller is a decorated martial arts instructor, is a member of the Action Martial Arts Hall of Fame and is the coach of the USA National Karate Team.
Cromwell Martial Arts is under the same management as it was when founded in 1993. The mission here is to have students become better people by learning principles of martial arts. World class leaders have conducted seminars at the Training Center and students compete routinely in high level competitions as a part of their training. Students of all ages are welcome.
The trainers at YB World Taekwondo Academy are nothing short of highly trained professionals and possess vast amounts of knowledge and skill in their sport. The services offered include family classes, leadership training, women's self-defense, weapons training and sparring. Grand Master Yongbom Kim emphasizes the "I CAN DO" philosophy and is intent on teaching discipline and athleticism to all of his students in order for them to understand the aspects of life taught in taewkondo. YB World Taekwondo Academy is located right next door to Salon Wayne in the Bull's Head Shopping Center on High Ridge Road near the corner of Halpin Avenue. Stop by during business hours or visit the website for more details.
Stamford Martial Arts is one of the premier facilities of its kind in the entire Southern Connecticut region. This popular dojang is found on Shippan Avenue right next door to Fish Tales Bait & Tackle Company and has been specializing in Korean Tang Soo Do Karate for more than 20 years. Services offered include kinder and children's karate, adult karate as well as cardio kickboxing and others. Classes are available six days a week at various times throughout the day. See the schedule at the center's website or stop in during business hours for more details.
Founded in 1981, DeVita Karate provides training in the art of Tang Soo Do Karate for children and adults of all ages. Since it first opened, the school has helped over 300 students achieve the rank of Black Belt, and seen 17 students reach Master Belt. Master Joseph DeVita is a 7th Degree Tang Soo Do Black Belt and 3rd Degree Jiu-Jitzu Black Belt, studying under Tang Soo Do founder, Grandmaster Hwang Kee. In addition to Tang Soo Do, DeVita Karate also offers Tai Chi, Self-Defense and Cardio Kickboxing classes.
Family Martial Arts and Fitness is a family-owned business that offers adults and children martial arts classes in Hapkido and Tae Kwon-Do as well as fitness classes in kickboxing and power bands. It strives to make physical fitness fun and safe while improving the quality of life for its students. The martial arts programs can teach students how to obtain their black belt and develop proper attitude while the fitness program boasts KUT (kickboxing ultimate training) in a nine-week program aimed to increase strength and lower weight. Family Martial Arts has state of the art equipment and Dojo, hosts birthday parties with martial arts games, and recognizes students with a student of the month honor on its website.
