I was a student of this school for a long time because of its focus on martial arts. However, as time went on there was more of a focus on the financial and fitting in socially as the school became more clique - ish as if it was a social club as opposed to a martial arts school with a focus on martial arts. If you come to study martial arts your focus should be on that, not whether or not we can have a nice chat before or after class

My experience back in 2015 and 16 was super great, great instructor, staff, class teammateGreat amount of respect.the place is always clean. checking on us if we was right if they didnt see us for a couple day or week. I hope everyone is ok during this challenging time. When it opens back again I will like to come back again. God bless everyone!! My English second language I apologize for the grammar mistake.

A professional, friendly training environment situated in downtown Manhattan. I was made to feel like one of the team from the moment I stepped through the door. Cru Shawn was super patient and his skillful yet humorous attitude made the training fun, yet a truly great technical workout. Just what I was looking for. I look forward to stepping onto the mat again.Andersons Martial Academy is the real deal.

Went here for a Muay Thai class and can say that this hands down the most professional and legitimate class I’ve ever taken. Nice renovated facility, GREAT instructors who welcomed and spoke to me before and after class. Wonderful experience, killer workout. Sean, Joe, and Danny are incredible teachers. Highly recommend this place.

Andersons is amazing! If you are looking to study Martial Arts and get an incredible workout this place is awesome. However, if you are looking to join a community of people working towards a common goal, while studying and working out, you need to sign up for your free three day trial NOW!! The instructors are incredible and very knowledgeable, plus you will learn just as much from your fellow classmates, who truly embrace the family atmosphere that is continuously stressed. Everyone at Andersons wants what is best for you as an individual and hopes you will become a part of the family. I cannot recommend it enough. All skill levels are welcome! Just come and try it out!

I live this school! Great vibes and great people. Their new location is beautiful and kept in very good cleanliness. Very difficult to find a school that teaches all these martial arts at a high level under one roof. All the instructors are very approachable and nice people. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to broaden their knowledge of martial arts.

The 5 star rating can be spelled out in 4 letters, COLO. Her vast knowledge in multiple martial arts combined with her extensive training and experience, makes Colo one of the premier martial arts instructors in the area. Her personality gives her the innate ability to connect with her students/clients and demonstrate the principals of martial arts in organized and functional fashion. Colo displays passion and an unmatched desire when dealing with her students and clients. So whether you are trying to get into the BEST shape of your life, or you are interested in training at one the best Martial Arts schools in the area, go to Anderson’s and BOLO (Be On the Look Out) for COLO. I hear she is a pretty good guitar player too.

I looked for the perfect martial arts school for years before finding Andersons. I knew I wanted to train hard and take a serious approach to martial arts, but I still wanted to enjoy myself and have a good time. It wasnt an easy balance to find – until I came across Andersons. So many training schools in this city are focused on being trendy instead of building real skills and fostering respect for the art, the school, and the community. Andersons went above and beyond anything I could have expected. I felt like I belonged, even as a newbie with absolutely no experience, and was encouraged from day one to challenge myself and do my best. Thats priceless.

I began taking Muay Thai classes at Andersons January 2016 and continued all the way until January 2019 when I moved away from NYC. During those 3 years I continued practicing at Andersons because they made me feel welcomed and as if I was part of a family. They pushed me to the edge of my limits every night and helped me to progress over time.Not only was the physical training something that was great for me but also on most nights Sifu Dan was on hand to give us words of encouragement in throughout the classes and these were words that helped to push me forward even outside of the gym.In July 2019 I returned for a class while visiting NYC and I was welcomed with open arms which I truly appreciated. Anytime I am back in NYC I will make it a point to visit Andersons and if you are lucky enough to live in NYC I totally recommend practicing at Andersons. The teachers are great, the prices are extremely reasonable and the quality of the teaching is top notch.

This is a great place to train and get an overview of many martial arts. They offer a complimentary class so take advantage to explore various arts and styles. Friendly staff!

Ive been coming here for about 5 years. Its definitely one of the best places to learn martial arts as it has something for everyone. I first started taking the kettlebell kickboxing classes and eventually started learning martial arts. They offer all types of arts and some great instruction. Everyone who teaches are either fighters or have spent many years training so you can trust that youre learning correct technique and form. Beyond that, the group of people you train with and eventually become friends with are really the best. Whether youre looking to train for interest, self defense or to get a workout in, youll be able to find what you need here. Staff is the best and the gym is clean. Do bring wipes though because there are no showers!

I cant say enough about Andersons. I have been going for about 6 months and have been inspired by the training and commitment I have seen and been a part of. It is a great school to explore a new or continued interest in Martial arts and fitness.

Been going there for 2 months. the classes are very rinse and repeat. 3 different combos followed by sparring. Physically it is not all that challenging. However, they do chain a lot of punches together, which is good. I still have not even met the instructor yet.

Andersons Martial Arts Academy is by far one of the most welcoming places I have ever been to. The instructors staff are friendly and always willing to help, Ive been coming here for a little over two months from being away over a year, and every day I come in I feel myself improving under their guidance. If youre looking for a place to up your skills or a wonderful environment, this is the place for you.

The best place to learn martial arts! Any level, any age are welcome! Great people, a true family! Great fighters to spar and train with!!!

This is the best school ever. I came here 5 years ago and fell in love. I dropped out because I relocated to Long Island. Now I am back and very happy. The classes are very entertaining, the teachers are the best. Most importantly, the structure and respect the students have is top notch.I wish I could afford to bring all of my friends here. This school is the highlight of my week.

Andersons is a fantastic school. All of the instructors are very friendly and helpful. Sifu Anderson teaches quite a bit, himself. And all of the fellow students get along great, create a nurturing environment, and are always looking to make each other better. Theres a lot of focus on practical skills, which I particularly like. Also, its fun! Been there for around 2 years, mostly focus on JKD and look forward to more. Highly recommended.

I signed up for classes through my school and I dropped by to inquire about their services and the staff was so helpful. It was very clean looking and soothing. I definitely cannot wait to start training there. So far, it has left a good first impression.

Andersons is a top notch martial arts school in a class of its own. The venue is comprehensive and the instructors are very professional and clearly well trained. The facility is immaculately clean - and even smells that way, is nicely decorated, and is a comfortable space to work out vigorously.

I have been taking private lessons with Gus for a number of years now. You wont find a better instructor. He has taken the time to work with me to develop a program for me that addresses my strengths and weaknesses. Further, his proficiency in all of the arts he teaches is simply excellent. Finally, he is a good all around guy who I consider a friend.With respect to the school itself, you would be hard pressed to find a broader or more well-rounded curriculum. I have found all the instructors and students friendly and helpful. I recommend the school without hestitation.Mark

I cant say enough about this school!! It is the best martial arts school you will find. It has such a family feel and it avails several martial arts disciplines so you will no doubt become a well-rounded martial artist taking classes at this academy. All the instructors are top notch and Sifu Dan Anderson is a wealth of knowledge!

AMAA is my home away from home. Training here not only provides me with strength physically but strength mentally as well. It has made me more confident in my career and my day to day interactions. There is a deep wealth of knowledge and professionalism from Sifu Anderson and all of the amazing instructors. I can not recommend enough!!!

I became a member last night and am thrilled to start training. Everyone who works there is very nice, knowledgeable and takes time to explain everything. Seems top notch!

Great place. As soon as I came here I was treated like family. The space is clean, very friendly and family oriented. Class schedules vary so its very easy to find classes that can fit around your work schedule. My girlfriend got a groupon deal for the kettlebell classes and had a wonderful time, that she decided to become a member. Highly recommend to everybody.

Andersons Martial Arts Academy is awesome. I trained with them in 2009 and 2010 while I was in grad school and could take advantage of all their classes. Coming back six years later on a business trip, the same instructors were there running classes. I love the knife class, boxing, and muay thai. They are great workouts that can be intense as you want them to be. Although just in for a week, I could tell that the friendly, encouraging training environment that I remembered from my previous time training with them still exists. While having great instructors is important at a school, having students with the right intent is just as important. Andersons attracts and cultivates the students who make a school great.You can take your training as far as you want - whether its self defense, personal fitness, or getting ready to fight in the ring. Thanks again for the awesome training environment!

Andersons has an atmosphere conducive to learning. People from all backgrounds train there including CEOs and stunt people. Their competitive team is inspiring and its great to learn from everyone. Very accepting of new members.

Great gym. Excellent coaching staff that is committed to getting you results regardless of your goals and abilities. Cant say enough good stuff about these guys!

Been a part of the AMAA family for 10 years now and I can confidently say this place right here IS the most well rounded training studio in NYC. From fitness, competition to self defense, Andersons Martial Arts Academy is where its at. Unlike most studios nowadays, solely focusing on the sport, AMAA focuses on what can happen in the real world and I strongly believe its important to train in both. They forge elite fighters and amazing practitioners of the Arts.That being said heres my advice for success, just like anything else, start of with the fundamentals and build up from there. Having that foundation is very important in training Martial Arts and helps from being too overwhelmed especially if youre brand new to training. Most importantly have fun and dont be shy, literally everyone there, including the other students are down to earth and willing to help.

Best place in new york for martial arts clean they have classes all the time whem you need the teachers are amazing thanks you

Sifu Anderson is great and the other instructors are top notch. They offer classes in lots of styles but their Level I class is best for beginners. There the instructors give you a good foundation in lots of different styles and you can choose to pursue one that fits with you. The classes are also great if you arent looking to learn any particular style but just want to do martial arts for fitness. The instructors are always available for questions before and after class, theyre very helpful and you get the feeling they genuinely want to help you.

Andersons was my first taste of martial arts since I was a child, and when I started I was pretty nervous, shy, and lacking in confidence (both on the mat and off). AMAA helped with all of that. Its a family of super humble people who will support you every step of the way. I took Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Sifu Anderson, and I quickly gained a new obsession - highly recommend it. Informative, enjoyable, inspiring and a great workout. If youre looking for a good place to start in martial arts, Andersons will quickly become your home away from home.

This place is great! The kettlebell kickboxing classes are amazing, and the instructors and staff are fantastic!

AMAA is a one of the best martial arts school in NYC, if not the entire nation. I have been a student of AMAA and Sifu Anderson for over 10 years (on and off). I had to take time off here and there throughout those 10 years due to random injuries and circumstances. Nevertheless, whenever I deliberate on what school to continue training at upon my return, I always choose AMAA. There is no other martial arts school in NYC that gives you access to high level education and training over several different martial arts categories. These include: Muay Thai, BJJ, and Jeet Kune Do. In my humble opinion, they are one of the best to do what they do.

Ive trained at this school for a little while, highly trained, and dedicated instructors, and awesome training atmosphere for all levels. Looking forward to training here again

Anderson’s MMA is one of the most comprehensive academies you could find. Had studied more traditional martial arts in the past which were great. But wanted something more functional and was searching for jeet kune do schools. After a lot of research haven’t found anything else like Anderson’s: JKD, Muay Thai, BJJ, Boxing, Filipino kali stick & knife, special seminars throughout the year in savate, silat, international masters like Clark Gracie, Guro Dan Inosanto himself. The amount of knowledge at your disposal is mind-blowing, and the curriculum helps keep you on pace for progress. Sifu Anderson has dedicated his life to martial arts for well over 30 years, has an astounding breadth of knowledge and experience, and is an inspiring teacher. Many of the instructors there are actively training for competition, and you just can’t beat that level of focus, dedication, and commitment to functional fighting.Early morning, afternoon and evening classes throughout the week are super convenient. School is really clean, locker rooms are cleaned multiple times during the day. Quality strength training equipment at the front open to all students. Really is a family identity and feel to the school… Sifu & Simu, the instructors and students are all really welcoming and you can make some great friends and training partners. Been recommending the 3-day free trial to all my friends. Wonderful school and training.

As a student of Guro Dan Inosanto in California, its always a treat to visit schools with lineage that trace back to him. Sifu Dan Anderson and Simo Dashas school is a phenomenal testament to his teachings and philosophy. AMAA is a welcoming place filled with skilled teachers, fighters, and all-around martial artists. Every class had something to offer, and I learned quite a bit in just a few short days. More importantly, I got a strong sense of community and camaraderie--very little ego, and lots of smiles. I look forward to visiting again next Im in New York!

I’m so happy I found this school! I walked in with no martial arts experience at all, and this was the perfect environment to be introduced and begin my martial arts journey. The training and education they provide is second to none, but what’s really made me call Anderson’s my home are the incredible people that make up this community. Sifu and Simo Anderson lead with loyalty and kindness and really care about everyone who walks in the door. Training here has completely changed my life and given me confidence and competence in my abilities and amazing friends. In addition, the Kettlebell Kickboxing program offered has elevated my fitness and mobility so I can train more often. I also take private lessons in Muay Thai and have had incredible progress. My trainer Joe is very thoughtful and diligent in his lesson planning. If you are debating, just do it!

Been coming here for a couple years and always learning something new. Special place for those genuinely interested in mixed martial arts.

Been going to Dashas Kettlebell Kickboxing program for the last four years and can safely say it is the best workout out there. Mixing kettlebell weight training with cardio and mobility is so effective.... and actually a lot of fun! Highly recommended for excellent results.

Signed up for kickboxing kettlebell classes from a Gilt City Voucher. The facilities are clean and they have electronic lockers, but no showers. Classes are taught without shoes and are kettlebell focused. Classes after work are more crowded than morning classes and tend to be short on kettlebells per person. Instructors are thorough and make sure students are using proper form.

I trained at AMAA for 2-3 years after graduating from college and trying to figure out what to do with my life. I was shy, lacking self confidence, a worrier, often anxious, and lacking a direction/purpose in life.While AMAA was not the magical cure to all those issues, I would say it was definitely the catalyst that gave me the boost I needed to embark on an amazing journey of self growth and change. I would say that this place was integral in building the self realization and confidence to embark on a career in the armed forces which I always dreamed of doing, but always doubted I was capable of. What I found at AMAA was a place where people of all colors and backgrounds come together to better themselves and support each other. On top of great training in all varieties of martial arts (stand up, ground, weapons, sport fighting, street fighting, etc) you will also find a great team, supportive atmosphere, and friends.I have accomplished things in the military that I never thought I was capable of. I dont think I ever would have done any of this if not for the confidence I gained while training at AMAA and the realization that I am a strong person with a potential I still have not reached. So I simply want to say thank you for the place you created and doing what you do.

Nothing but great things to say about this academy! From the awesome Kettlebell Kickboxing classes to the Muay Thai & JKD! Still fairly new to Muay Thai & JKD I appreciated the instructors patience with me and their vast knowledge. Completely professional with a wonderful community vibe! Definitely recommend Andersons Martisl Arts Academy!

This place is legit, as good as it gets. Their instructors are amazing, incredibly knowledgeable and so personable. I actually saw one of the Thai instructors on YouTube on the Nak Muay Nation channel for an instructional video with Muay Thai guy. The staff is very polite and accommodating. The training itself is amazing; the facilities are top notch and super clean. If you are serious about training and improving your skills this is the place to go. They teach Muay Thai, JKD, jiu jitsu, Kali and a couple other styles as well. They feature weapons training and knife fighting. They have it all.

This school has good teachers, a well-thought-out curriculum, and admirable students. The teachers created the curriculum and students, so I will start with them.Sifu Anderson is very knowledgeable indeed, still young enough that he can demonstrate techniques dynamically, and capable of inspiring whole classes to want to work hard. He explains techniques and devises drills well. He talks to us about how good martial artists control their powers carefully and take care of new students coming up. The talks work. His students really do act like that.Among the rest of teaching staff, Phil and Dasha stand out. Phil can pace a class so that you are both trembling with exhaustion and substantially smarter by the end of it. Dasha has a masters in exercise science and runs the exercise program. Because she practices too, she knows just how to put together exercise programs that work body parts that the martial arts classes miss.The curriculum is boxing with light sparring, kickboxing with light sparring, stick with padded stick sparring, knife with foam knife sparring, and bjj with rolling. We spar often but not hard, so that you get to work spontaneously against resistance but dont get more beaten out of your head than in. I have trained in a number of other styles, and this curriculum is more complete and wastes less of your time than most. They know just what they want you to know, and they teach it systematically.Finally, through some combination of training and good luck, the students are all likable, decent people. Most fighting schools have one or two bullies, kept more or less under control, but still dangerous. This school doesnt seem to have any. Partly it is Sifus lectures. Partly it is that the senior students are so good that everyone tries to copy them, and good to people who cant fight as well, which gets copied too. Partly, I think, it is just luck.This school is having a kind of golden age. Get in there now, while it lasts.

Andersons blends serious training with a friendly supportive atmosphere. In both the no gi bjj and jkd classes I attended the senior students and instructor made an effort to ensure that i, a raw beginner learned the techniques properly and felt welcome the whole time. Each class also ranked among the best workouts ive had. Highly recommended.

Top quality martial arts Academy in the city. Theyve been open for over two decades and are well known and highly respected in the arts of Brice Lees Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Filipino Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Boxing & Brazilian Jiujitsu. I love the community and I love the people. They offer a free day or a free one-on-one class! So check them out!I also absolutely love their Kettlebell Kickboxing classes - super intense, fun, different moves each time I take it, gets my heart rate up and sweating everything out, plus it incorporates movements from all kinds of different practices. I have a bunch of injuries and I am always given modified movements which work for my body and its really getting me back up and running in terms of my physical shape and endurance. Dasha is the best teacher ever but all the other instructors are awesome as well. There are different classes for different body parts so you can pick and choose. Love this school!!!

There have been lots of so called martial art places popping up in NYC, perhaps because of the popularity of mixed martial arts and also alternative fitness. However in a city as vast as new York, with the top resources available to all of us I would highly advise anyone looking to learn the art of self defense, the mastery or real weapons, grappling and striking to be highly selective. AMAA as they call themselves has been teaching for over two decades. Still they are young, highly energized, caring and effective. Not only do they continue to develop champions in all areas of martial sport (MMA, Muay thai, Brazilian Jiujitsu and Boxing) but they also service a great deal of regular individuals in the art of Bruce Lees Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Kali (weapons like knife and stick). The atmosphere is loving, hard working and most of all fun. They are serious about their craft and passionate about their instruction. They offer a FREE one-on-one private lesson to anyone looking to train, and also a FREE day at AMAA option. Be selective, DO NOT just go to a McDojo - go to an Academy and you will be that much greater for it! (and yes, they have good gym equipment for your use too- win, win).

Possibly the best gym I have ever used.

Average workout but good deal on Groupon

I love them

Supportive and good classes