Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Bay Ridge, NY) — Local services in New York

I first took my son in to learn self defense because he was being bullied. When I walked in, I was amazed at the discipline the kids, some as young as 6 years old lined up and standing at attention. I also noticed how Sensei levy paid attention to each child as the if they were the only one in the room. My son took a trial class and loved it. A month later I was asked to take a free trial class myself. I was 43 out of shape, over weight with high cholesterol diagnosed with moderate coronary arterial disease so I was looking to improve my lifestyle. I took the intro class And was hooked from that moment on. I lost 40 pounds in just a few months. I looked and felt great. After a year I stopped taking my medication but kept on training. I would go to my doctor and he would give me a good report and a refill on my dosages. After a few years of sticking to a routine I went to my doctor, got the same good report and a refill. I gave the doc back the rx and told him “I don’t need this anymore I have been off the medication for years.” He asked me what I was doing to replace the meds and I told him it was a dedication to regular training. The doctor could not believe it but said keep doing what your doing. The staff at Tiger Schulmann Bay Ridge is amazing. The talk the talk but walk the walk as well. The motivate by leading by example. Fast forward 10 years from my son and my first class. I am no longer a 52 year old. I now feel and look half my age. I am a black belt in mma. I have been consistent with my training through out the last 10 years. My son is still training and is the anti-bully. He walks around confidently and has the discipline of a man beyond his years. I spent a lot of time growing my son up to be a man I could be proud of. I have Sensei Levy and the staff of Tiger Schulmann to thank for helping me grow...

A little more than a year ago a friend of mine recommended I attend a trial class because I was looking for an alternative exercise while training for a half marathon., I attended my first class on a Saturday, leading the class was Sensei Levy, with well over 20 year of experience the class was on fire. While the class is training, highly trained instructors Joshu Jeremy, Sempi Rios, Ms. Elaine, walk around the room observing and providing Individual instruction when needed. The constant positive reinforcement assures you that hard work will pay off, and before you know it you have become a part of a great family, one that is encouraging, respectful and caring, a culture that Is regularly instilled by Sensei Levy and the rest of the team. Sundays core class is completely unique from the other classes, it's like the icing on top of the cake, lead by Joshu Anton a man that can tap into your psyche driving you miles beyond your limits with few words. You leave every class feeling 100 % pleasantly spent. You don't have to be fit to go to Tiger Schulmann Bayridge, but it's for certain you will become fit, confident and capable of of defending yourself soon after joining. I have only ONE regret... I didn't find them sooner, I think...

Reposting my review from yelp so gold can be shared! It is with a heavy heart that I post this review as I’m moving to GA, otherwise I would never leave this place!!!I will miss this amazing school and the phenomenal teachers who pour their heart and soul into this practice. Thank you Joshu Elaine, Jeremy Garcia, Anthony, Wilson, Sensei Levy and many others!! Special thanks to Diana for her energy and Jeremy for his jokes!! I’m not exaggerating when I say I make an effort to come in after a rough 14 hr shift, or 24 hrs postcall (by taking a Uber from the hospital) to make it to class on time. If anyone is looking for a gym to call home or the best investment of a lifetime (YOUR HEALTH) or a cool place to train w your kids (only if you’re into raising adorable courageous kind kids), this is your place! Your technique will be impeccable (after earning stripes and questioning every class whether you’re dripping sweat or tears) as you keep coming back for more! P.S. I’m secretly (but also openly) hoping the gym will expand to GA...a girl can dream. 😊 until we...