The Martial Arts Studio - Jujitsu Dojo serving Forest Hills

TESTIMONIALS "Our Family moved to the Rego Park/Forest Hills area just before our oldest son, Wil, was about to begin Kindergarten. Needless to say, a new neighborhood, new school, and new kids led to a bit of a difficult adjustment and Wil suffered some bullying from some of the kids that were more established here. My wife and I decided to enroll him in one of the martial arts "chain" schools in the hope of helping him with these issues, but there was such a lack of seriousness there that it was clear it was of no benefit to our son. We withdrew him from that school, but knew that the study of martial arts could help a boy such as Wil who suffered from self-esteem and confidence issues that had knock-on effects on his schoolwork. With that in mind we began researching martial arts schools more seriously, and when my wife showed me the website for The Martial Arts Studio, I thought it looked very promising. So we took our son to a trial class and met with Shihan Steve. We were all very impressed by the setup of the school and decided to enroll Wil. He hasn't looked back! He really took to Shihan and the other instructors, and was even invited to join the Jr Black Belt Club, which engages in special training sessions personally taught by Shihan Steve. Wil very much enjoys the training at The Martial Arts Studio, and it has led to dramatic increases in his self-confidence, self-esteem, and even the seriousness with which he pursues his academic studies at PS 175. Wil's example has also serviced as an inspiration to his little brother, Colin, who was constantly begging to be enrolled at the Studio, which he finally was when he reached the minimum age. The boys no take classes at the Studio nearly every day of the week, and Colin is hoping to emulate his brother's achievement of being invited to join the Jr Black Belt Club. My wife and I are both very glad that we found The Martial Arts Studio, and would encourage anyone interested in having their children (or even themselves!) study martial arts to do so under Shihan Steve's guidance." Richard & Denise Southwood -Wil is currently a Green Belt in the Jr Advanced class and a member Black Belt Club -Colin is currently a Yellow Belt in the Pee Wee class "Our 6 year old son, David has been a student at The Martial Arts Studio for almost 2 years now. He is ranked a Blue Belt with 2 stripes in the Pee Wee Class. We could not be happier with the instruction our son has been given at the school and we could not wish for a more knowledgeable, caring, professional head instructor than Shihan Steven Sciandra. He and his wonderful wife Angela own and operate the studio and are quite an excellent team. They provide a casual yet disciplinary atmosphere that is top-notch. Sensei Angela also practices Jujitsu and assists in some of the classes as well as managing the office. Since becoming a member of the school, our son has shown even more confidence in himself. In addition to learning the art of Jujitsu, Shihan Steve stresses the importance of respect for yourself and others and trying to be your very best. His methods build self-esteem and his teaching ability is only surpassed by his physical ability. He is truly impressive, and I cannot imagine a better instructor. We are constantly amazed at how well-run the office is and how much they truly care about how each individual student is progressing. They spend time with each one and the class is always a pleasant, orderly place to be. The schedule is wonderful, with classes for each age group being offered practically every day. It is very convenient as you can attend several times a week, whatever days you choose. We believe the price is more than fair for the type of instruction you receive and it’s even much less than other schools we’ve checked out in the area. Let me end by saying that we cannot imagine sending our little boy to any other place. I suggest attending a free session and seeing for yourself what an awesome place this is. You won’t be sorry!" Mr. & Mrs. David Van Aken -David was promoted to Green Belt in th Pee Wee level Middle Village, NY -He is 10 years old now & attends Junior Advanced class at Blue Belt level

"Our Family moved to the Rego Park/Forest Hills area just before our oldest son, Wil, was about to begin Kindergarten. Needless to say, a new neighborhood, new school, and new kids led to a bit of a difficult adjustment and Wil suffered some bullying from some of the kids that were more established here. My wife and I decided to enroll him in one of the martial arts "chain" schools in the hope of helping him with these issues, but there was such a lack of seriousness there that it was clear it was of no benefit to our son. We withdrew him from that school, but knew that the study of martial arts could help a boy such as Wil who suffered from self-esteem and confidence issues that had knock-on effects on his schoolwork. With that in mind we began researching martial arts schools more seriously, and when my wife showed me the website for The Martial Arts Studio, I thought it looked very promising. So we took our son to a trial class and met with Shihan Steve. We were all very impressed by the setup of the school and decided to enroll Wil. He hasn't looked back! He really took to Shihan and the other instructors, and was even invited to join the Jr Black Belt Club, which engages in special training sessions personally taught by Shihan Steve. Wil very much enjoys the training at The Martial Arts Studio, and it has led to dramatic increases in his self-confidence, self-esteem, and even the seriousness with which he pursues his academic studies at PS 175.

Wil's example has also serviced as an inspiration to his little brother, Colin, who was constantly begging to be enrolled at the Studio, which he finally was when he reached the minimum age. The boys no take classes at the Studio nearly every day of the week, and Colin is hoping to emulate his brother's achievement of being invited to join the Jr Black Belt Club. My wife and I are both very glad that we found The Martial Arts Studio, and would encourage anyone interested in having their children (or even themselves!) study martial arts to do so under Shihan Steve's guidance."

Richard & Denise Southwood
-Wil is currently a Green Belt in the Jr Advanced class and a member Black Belt Club
-Colin is currently a Yellow Belt in the Pee Wee class

Since becoming a member of the school, our son has shown even more confidence in himself. In addition to learning the art of Jujitsu, Shihan Steve stresses the importance of respect for yourself and others and trying to be your very best. His methods build self-esteem and his teaching ability is only surpassed by his physical ability. He is truly impressive, and I cannot imagine a better instructor. We are constantly amazed at how well-run the office is and how much they truly care about how each individual student is progressing. They spend time with each one and the class is always a pleasant, orderly place to be. The schedule is wonderful, with classes for each age group being offered practically every day. It is very convenient as you can attend several times a week, whatever days you choose. We believe the price is more than fair for the type of instruction you receive and it’s even much less than other schools we’ve checked out in the area. Let me end by saying that we cannot imagine sending our little boy to any other place. I suggest attending a free session and seeing for yourself what an awesome place this is. You won’t be sorry!"

Mr. & Mrs. David Van Aken -David was promoted to Green Belt in th Pee Wee level
Middle Village, NY -He is 10 years old now & attends Junior Advanced class at Blue Belt level