Martial arts classes for adults?
Kristin emails:
I was wondering if any of your readers could offer suggestions for adult martial arts classes. I'm particularly looking for a good Tae Kwon Do school in the area, but am open to other martial art styles.
So far all of the schools I've looked in to start their adult classes at 12 or 13 years old and don't have many students over 16 or 17. I'm not opposed to training with children, I'd just like there to be some other adults in the class as well.
This is pretty straightforward. Got a suggestion for Kristin? Please share!
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I know Delmar Akido has classes involving adults, and the Sensai, Rick, is a really incredible teacher. I highly suggest giving him a call to see if anything fits in your schedule!
... said kriskaten on Nov 18, 2013 at 11:19 AM | link
http://saratogaiku.com/
Depending on where you live might be a bit out of the way, but great head instructor and multiple styles of martial arts to choose from.
... said Brian on Nov 18, 2013 at 11:22 AM | link
US Budokai karate has a dojo in Albany and Clifton Park. Great folks. I started at age 23, there are all age ranges including men and women into their early 60's.
... said Gerald on Nov 18, 2013 at 11:47 AM | link
It's been a while since I've been there, but Cohoes Judo Club runs classes/practices that definitely have adults.
http://www.cohoesjudo.com/
... said Aaron on Nov 18, 2013 at 12:48 PM | link
My fiance really enjoys the classes at Atlas Ju Jitsu off of Wolf Rd. He goes to the 6-7:30 Brazillian Ju Jitsu classes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
They also just opened a second location in Hudson this week.
http://atlasjiujitsu.com/
... said Jessica R on Nov 18, 2013 at 1:05 PM | link
I take Krav Maga classes at Empire Martial Arts and it is the best decision I've ever made. Krav isn't a traditional martial art, it's more self defense based-- and I'm the youngest in my class at 20 years old. They also offer brazillian Ju Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kick Boxing as well as boot camps and kettlebells.
... said Karin on Nov 18, 2013 at 3:01 PM | link
Guilderland Martial Arts
http://www.guilderlandmartialarts.com/our-services/our-school/
... said Ron on Nov 18, 2013 at 4:16 PM | link
I've been practicing at the Albany branch of Washin-Ryu karate (http://www.hidyochiai.org/main/?page_id=375) for the last three years. The classes are largely composed of adults. The classes offer a mix of kata, self-defence techniques and sparing. Classes are Tuesday and Thursday at 6p and Saturday morning at 9a.
... said Terrell on Nov 18, 2013 at 8:28 PM | link
Adirondack Tae Kwon Do in Clifton Park. There are a LOT of adults there at all ages and ranks, and they're a very friendly and welcoming group. And the instruction is excellent -- physically challenging but also fun.
... said JennK on Nov 18, 2013 at 9:33 PM | link
The very best Aikido instruction can be found at http://www.albanyaikido.com/
Rob
... said rob on Nov 19, 2013 at 2:51 PM | link
Latham Eclectic offers adults-only training, and are networked with other martial arts clubs and top teachers in the Capital District.
http://lathameclectic.com
... said Dan on Oct 3, 2014 at 12:10 AM | link