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October 2022 by Tiara Martinez
Eric trained my daughter and man is he great! Highly recommend for anyone who's interested in Krav!
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September 2022 by Mer H
Gus trained my child before he went off to college. I believe his training in self defense could not be beat. Gus is an excellent teacher and is kind, caring and encouraging. But more importantly Gus is very intuitive and could read my child and help him develop the mind set he needed. After the 10th private lesson, Gus sent a video tape to remind my son what he learned and accomplished. Working with Gus is a special experience.
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January 2022 by Lazerstrike Gaming
I have no idea if this place still exists. I drove into the plaza where its suppose to be and I could not find the place at all. No signs or anything. All I saw was a BJJ. I Remember a long time ago it was a big building in the front.
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September 2021 by Michael Crystal
Been studying a few martial arts over the last 20+ years and Krav is absolutely the most practical. Eric and Gus have developed and deliver a curriculum that does what it promises — enabling you to feel fit, confident and protected — and more! Would definitely award more than five stars were I able to!
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August 2019 by Daniel Oren
Lovely place
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August 2017 by Steve Hanke
Gus is an incredible teacher who will not only motivate you and get you in shape, but he will teach you fundamentals to protect you and your family in self defense .
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March 2016 by juleen campbell
I called for info I told the man my precious exp w martial arts studios and he assured me his studio was different I appreciated so very much the way I was taken seriously I will be recommending my friends to go to him after I check out his class
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July 2015 by Dannie Phillips
I've been to several other Krav Maga studios in the area and this place is by far the best. I wanted to learn Krav Maga because my job at the time had me ending my shift late at night, walking through parking decks alone and arriving home late. I didn't feel prepared to handle myself should anyone try to attack me - but now I do! The peace of mind is priceless! The classes here are so much fun and the instructors are awesome and knowledgeable. I can't recommend this studio and it's people highly enough. The instructors are really committed to excellence in what they teach and how they teach it. Speaking from a woman's perspective, what I've learned here has been so empowering and really given me confidence no matter where I go. Dropping some extra weight and toning up has been just an added bonus. :)
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October 2014 by James Sullivan
As said by everyone else who has written a review...Gus is the Man! You can tell the second you shake his hand that he is a very focused and driven individual that is truly passionate about his work. If you are like me, you have a full time job and self defense is something you have always wanted to learn, but the idea of picking up a martial art at this stage in your life seems impossible. Krav maga and Gus's gym are the answer to both of those problems. Krav stays away from the fancy stuff and shows you the most realistic self defense that anyone of any size or build can use. Gus has his classes set up so you can come when you can. You can go as little or as much as you want and still be able to pick up right where you left off. It is important to me that I leave a review of this gym because when I was looking around trying to figure out what self defense class I wanted to take these reviews were the deciding factor for me, and the number one reason I picked Gus's gym. I can now leave my own 5 out of 5 star review and urge anyone who even has the slightest interest to check it out. The first class is free and one class is all you will need and you'll be hooked.
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August 2014 by Jeff DeTeso
Get ready to sweat! An incredible workout all while learning self-defense. Very welcoming and supportive environment with outstanding instructors.
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August 2014 by Joseph DiGiacinto
Approximately eighteen months ago I was determined to locate an instructor that could provide the training and knowledge that would enable me to acquire some degree of competence in self-defense. Fortunately, I was referred to Gus Bottazzi (“Gusâ€) and his Israeli Krav Maga studio. I highly recommend Gus and his staff to any individual who wants to learn and attain any level of self-defense skills. Gus is a gifted and remarkable teacher and makes each session an interesting experience; he quickly discerned my limited abilities and structures his tutorials in a manner that allows me to achieve goals that I once thought to be unattainable. In my opinion, the entire crew at the Studio imparts an inexplicable positive energy that makes me always look forward to the next session.
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August 2014 by William Hunter
I have been involved in martial arts for practically my entire life. I have trained in various disciplines and find the curriculum at Gus' studio to be superior to any other. It is truly focused on "self-defense" and he focuses on what works for the individual as opposed to a rigid "kata" format. The "warm-up" is a full-body, functional workout that takes between 15 and 20 minutes. It is excellent for getting into and maintaining fitness. Gus and his staff vary the routine, so it is never boring and always as challenging as you want to make it. Lastly, there is a great warmth in the people that come to train. Many of the long time members help out with the new ones so that they can feel like part of the team right away. That is not to say you will not be challenged as well as pushed out of your comfort zone. It is, as I mentioned, self defense and we train by the motto "the more we sweat in class, the less we bleed in battle". Israeli Krav Maga is a fantastic martial arts studio and fitness facility and I highly recommend it to anyone.
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July 2014 by Rich D
Chief Instructor Gus Bottazzi's Israeli Krav Maga is the premier Krav Maga facility I have found in the all of Westchester and Fairfield County. Gus has created a studio that provides the perfect blend of warmth and welcoming, yet serious, challenging, and to-the-point. If self-defense, or perhaps more importantly, possessing the confidence to go about your daily life knowing you have the ability to get home safely is your goal, look no further.
