Great school, very knowledgeable and open minded instructors. Having come from overseas with prior martial arts experience I was warmly welcomed onto the mats and from the very first lesson and encouraged to both learn a new style and express my own style and my other skills. I can safely say there is no ego here and it takes great instructors to welcome all onto the mats in such a way!

Hands down the best Martial Arts school around.

I went to the school when I was 51 Years old, just starting martial arts. In the previous years I had 2 back operations Bad shoulder, over weight, and diabetic, so I thought I would never be able to handle this kind of training. I watch one class and thought to myself this is crazy, but after talking to Sensei Leventis, The way he explain stuff and the patients, he makes you feel like you can overcome anything, but it’s true, because I couldn’t even Roll for approximately six months I was falling side to side and just couldn’t get it LOL. Sensei worked with me and now I can do rolls, falls, I also had other injuries that he worked around and make sure it didn’t get any worse but still got training in. All Students and instructors our kind, patient, and always want to help you. Sensei he’s doing it for the LOVE of the art, it’s a lot better knowing he’s not doing it for the money because it’s a month-to-month payment. The school is very professional, clean, he Teaches street Reality and that is one of the most important things of the school. If you’re ever interested in doing martial arts or for your kids, check the school out you won’t be disappointed. And now it’s been 2 1/2 years and I can’t thank Sensei and all instructors and students and enough.

My son and I have been students for over 2 years. The atmosphere is great for learning real practical self defense without all the hype and drama found in many martial arts schools. Sensei Leventis is patient and is a skilled teacher and martial artist. He teaches useful techniques blended together from multiple disciplines in a very fluid way.

Great atmosphere. Everyone is patient and kind and the instructor is top notch. Highly recommended for anyone interested in self defense.

If you are looking for real training in self defence with a highly experienced instructor then you really must stop by and have a look. The training combines a highly practical course of Aikido with additional materials drawn from a wide variety of technique and practice, all focused on genuine capacity to defend self and loved ones, without requiring you to be bigger or stronger than everyone else. I have never had a more dedicated or knowledgeable instructor than Sensei Leventis. And despite the serious quality of it, we manage to have fun at the same time.

Our daughter has been learning for a couple weeks and already we can see a gain in confidence and respect. Sensei is very attentive, the school is spotless.Highly recommend this dojo if you are looking for a martial art for you or your kids. Thanks!

I am a student in the kids group. Sensei Leventis helps me understand. I make mistakes sometimes but he helps me to do it correct. Everyone is very nice and welcomed me right away making me feel comfortable when I was nervous. Highly recommend this school!

I have not been there but he trained me at the other one hoping to come back missing all of you congratulations shania on yellow belt sensi thought you well hes good at that

Great school Im so glad to be part of it . Im very sure you will love come and check it out.

Mr. Schwartz is a fantastic teacher. We have so much fun training!

I have been a student at this Dojo for approximately two years. I also have my two children, an eleven year old daughter and nine year old son, who have been active students in the childrens class for approximately two and a half years. I could not be happier with my experience at this Dojo, to include my relationships with fellow students, and especially Sensei Leventis. He is a dedicated instructor who is expertly skilled in his craft. He shows the patience necessary to train adults and children alike, and always prepares challenging and innovative lesson plans for students of all experience levels.It should be noted that I have over seventeen years of law enforcement experience, and have trained with countless experts during that time. Sensei Leventis is easily one of the best instructors I have worked with. He provides personal attention on a consistent basis to all of his students. Sensei Leventis always encompasses his vast knowledge of martial arts to keep classes fresh and practical. It is not uncommon to train in traditional Aikido technique, edge weapon defense, and ground fighting in a single week. Most importantly, Sensei Leventis is adamant that the techniques he teaches are effective in real life situations, which I can attest to.If you are looking for a martial arts school that provides a friendly atmosphere, and practical effective technique, then I strongly encourage you to stop by and check out the Dojo for yourself.Scott G.

Having taken every other art classes in school, I didt think martial arts would be my thing. However, the deal between my dad and I for going off to college was for me to take self-defense classes. After a couple months of training with Sensei Schwartz and others in the class, my dad saw a video of me training being posted on the Facebook page. I saw the peace that came from his eyes to send me off. As for myself, I have learned tremendous amounts of self-defense skills to protect myself. It might be very awkward in the beginning, but EVERYONE in the class is extremely friendly and willing to teach you until you get the techniques. They have once been in your shoes before they are promoted to yellow, blue, green, purple, brown, or black belts. I will miss the people that I trained with tremendously!

Effective aikido, great dojo! Come see for yourself.

I have been a student at the Academy for several months now, and for me this has been a great way to stay in shape, retain my flexibility, continue to learn new techniques and have fun several nights a week with a great group of people.Over the past 25 years Ive studied many styles of martial arts at dojos all over the country and Ive been singularly impressed by my experience with the Academy and Sensei Leventis. The Aikido Academy provides a balanced approach between classical technique and practical real-world applications that are then repeated in various forms until they become second nature. Sensei Leventis teaching style is relaxed and patient with an underlying expectation of internal motivation and discipline. And the group of students Ive had the opportunity to work with has been genuinely supportive and encouraging of everyone else efforts regardless of rank or prior experience. I wish I could give a few more stars, but the rating only goes to five.