Universal Warrior Mixed Martial Arts — Attraction in Bayonne

If you want a legitimate experience in Martial Arts, this is the place. At first you will be trying to keep up with all the other experienced members. But overtime, you get better. This place will test you and you will feel like quitting. But that is the key to overall success no matter what you want to do: self defense, weight loss, competition.

Unlike most other places that make you do tons of cardio and drills, UWA puts you in competition like conditions. It took 3 months to start sparring with other places I have been a member of but here I was sparring after a month. The sparring has been a unique experience and something that keeps my drive to get better going. This place will challenge you, warp you, and toughen you up.

However, everyone is welcome and the grandmasters and other instructors will work with you and get you to where you want to be. The experience and lessons are worth the expense and worth more than any other type of dojo that doesn't go as farther than drills.

I will be honest and say this is not for everyone. You will have to come prepared, i.e. be up on your cardio, get to a desired weight and maintain it, practice techniques outside of class, and a whole bunch of other stuff. But that is part of the game and goal: to push you. But the staff will never throw you to the wolves. Whenever you stumble or take too hard of a hit, the instructors know and will prioritize your well being. For example, I recently received a black eye; it happens. But the grand master knew to take me out of the ring and knew exactly how to treat it. Instead of having a swollen eye for a few days I walked out of that class with just a discolored area of skin that cleared up in a week.

The instructors do well in relaying constructive criticism that doesn't make you feel small, or weak but makes you feel like you have potential, which ameliorates the drive to better even more. I wish I had started my martial arts career here when I was younger but it's better to be late at this point than ever. The grandmaster offers a trial period after which he discerns if this program is right for you. It doesn't hurt to try...well at least before you start sparring.

If you get hooked, I promise you it will be for the better if...

There is one thing all karate students have in common — they all begin their journey as a white belt. UWA is rare; we have Grandmaster Wright, who has a unique gift of physical expertise and generosity of spirit. Grandmaster Wright, Sensei Jackson & Kenson are teaching these children while helping weave them into confident young adults. The instructors work exceptionally well with the children's and genuinely care about them. The program teaches children to work hard and have fun without immediately receiving something in return for their efforts. The perseverance, love and joy of learning is reflected in the children taking the classes. I have really appreciated the focus on skill, but even more so on character building – good sportsmanship, kindness & respect. UWA has a family feel that is welcoming to both new and existing students. They work to develop the students physical, mental and spiritual success. Grandmaster Wright is indeed a highly qualified martial artist who has developed an Institute for the study of martial arts, not just a martial arts school. This is not a school where you go a couple of times and walk away with a black belt. This is a family friendly school, dedicated to the study of martial arts. I highly recommend UWA to anyone seriously interested in martial arts training and especially...

I highly recommend this school for your kids (age no bar). First of all Mr. Wright (Grandmaster /Coach) school is very renowned in Bayonne and he himself is a great person/ coach. Secondly, The other teachers & mentors are super friendly. Thirdly , the class schedules are very flexible and multiple times a week (totally worth your money). Lot of space to do group & personal practices while you are at this school.

For me personally my kid started going to Mr. Wright’s school since he was 2.5 years old (youngest student till date). He is a yellow & white belt holder already. He learned discipline, follow instructions, physical education & various types of Karate training/ moves at this age. Never misses any day as he enjoys a lot being there with other kids to practice/play.

For parents I definitely recommend to put your kids to this place so that kids will learn self defense and discipline in life. For me definitely a Plus Plus and 5 star for this place. Also, There are lot of free classes he offered...