Kano Martial Arts

I did a drop at Kano and loved it!!! The instructors are kind and welcoming. They have deep knowledge of their craft and care about their students progress and learning experience. The gym has a good culture, and the facility is beautiful and clean. Kano is a judo/BJJ hybrid modern system but they still stays true to the judo tradition at its core. I'm going to have to train harder because the Kano students are going to be a serious problem in the future.

I recently started training here. The instructors are excellent—knowledgeable, patient, and great at explaining techniques. The gym itself is super convenient to get to, located right by the subway. The mats are high-quality and perfect for practicing judo throws safely. Everyone here is friendly and welcoming. I’m really glad I found Kano Martial Arts.

Kano is Top tier. Instructors are highly skilled, professional and genuinely care about your progress, doesn’t matter if you are beginner or experienced. The facility is clean, well run, and the community is GREAT! TBH, You’ll train with one of the best in the world.

World class instruction throughout all grappling disciplines. Gary is truly an inspiring individual and an incredible coach. I'm extremely grateful for crossing paths with this community and level of instruction. Best place to train Judo in NYC hands down.

Training at Kano has been the highlight of our year. The instruction in judo and BJJ is world-class, the facilities are excellent (especially the spring-loaded mats), and the gym has an incredibly welcoming community. Garry always emphasizes safety as his top priority while still pushing the intensity and encouraging students to challenge themselves. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to try judo or get into martial arts!