American Black Belt Academy - American Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Kickboxing

“I’m 36 & I started going to American Black Belt Academy’s Lights Out Boxing Classes earlier this year. All of the instructors are great - they are personable, have fun & fast paced workout sessions - and are reasonably priced. I love the flexibility of picking which classes to attend so it fits my schedule perfectly. Since joining I have lost 25 pounds (along with dieting) and I look forward to the early morning workouts to start my day/week right! Chris, Danielle, and Cate are all true professionals and I encourage more people to join their classes.”

“I grew up in the 80s and 90s I watched alot of Jean Claude Van Damme & Steven Seagal movies! So naturally I thought I knew MMA! I decided to take my talents to one of the premier MMA schools in the country American Black Belt Academy in Massapequa Park , NY. But I had to find out the hard way that it takes more than just watching movies to know MMA! If you want to learn self defense or want to stay in great condition ABBA offers American Kenpo Karate, Brazilian Jiu jitsu & MMA striking. They also have an amazing after school program for kids that provides transportation and gives them the opportunity to do their school work in-between lessons. Perhaps the happiest part of this review I want to share is that for the last several months I have been getting picked on by some really mean bullies. Every day they would back me into a corner and steal my lunch money and give me wedgies. Well after a few visits to ABBA I gave those bullies The Crane Daniel LaRusso style and they are no longer a problem thank you ABBA for teaching me self defense I love you 4ever baby!”

“My son and daughter both train at the American Black Belt Academy in Massapequa, and it’s been a total game-changer for our family. My son takes American Kenpo Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, while my daughter does Kenpo Karate. They’re thriving, and the impact goes way beyond the school.My son used to struggle with structure, but since starting, he follows instructions so much better. At T-ball, he was one of the only kids sitting focused and listening to the coach—a huge win! He was also in occupational and physical therapy, and the coordination and discipline from karate have helped him excel in both. His confidence is soaring now. My daughter’s transformation is just as amazing—she’s so much more confident and even volunteers to demonstrate in class, which is a big leap from her shy days. Kenpo’s really brought her out of her shell.What’s blown me away most is how they’ve applied that discipline to schoolwork. Both kids now get their homework done without me asking and are excelling academically—it’s like the focus and work ethic from class have spilled over into everything they do. The instructors are outstanding—patient, skilled, and amazing with kids. They make classes fun while teaching real self-defense and life skills. I’d recommend American Black Belt Academy to any Massapequa parent without hesitation. It’s been phenomenal for my kids’ physical, mental, and academic growth!"”

“I'd give 10 stars if I could. American Black Belt Academy is top notch. They have something for everyone from every age and skill level. Instructors are extremely experienced and know how to develop students of all ages. True family business and this creates a family environment. I have entrusted them with my kids many years ago and now my own personal journey. It is a school you look forward to attending.”

“Me my wife and 2 of my children attend American Black Belt, and we could not be happier with the classes and the staff. My Children are learning Kenpo and are taking Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes and the skills they have obtained is amazing. My wife takes the Lights out Boxing classes and she has stayed toned and in great shape. As for me I went into ABBA open minded taking not only the Adult Kenpo classes and Adult BJJ classes, but I’ve also been taking the Lights Out Boxing program and I have dropped over 20 pounds in 4 months. The LoVarco family does amazing work and I’m happy Chris talked me into this journey with one conversation and 4 simple words “it’s never too late.””