New York Combat Sambo / Breakfall Studios

My experience with Steve and New York combat Sambo was amazing. I notified him via email about coming to train with him (I live in Texas) he responded very quickly and even recommended a nice hotel close to the gym. Steve and his group were very welcoming. The Sambo class was a very good work out and Even with years of experience in bjj and judo I still learned new techniques. It’s also worth adding his leg lock class alone was worth the trip. I’d recommend anyone stopping by when they go to NYC.

Stephen and Paul have an eclectic wealth of collective knowledge to share across overlapping disciplines, and their teaching strategies always keep me on my toes. (Quite literally.) Every class is an opportunity to learn, grow, and evolve! Great energy to train in.

I've been to many gyms in many countries over the years, but New York Combat Sambo really stands out as something special. The head coach Steve does an amazing job putting together very informative classes and fostering an excellent training environment. Whether you're a lifelong martial artist looking to expand their arsenal, or someone looking to get started in the world of combat sports, I could not recommend a better place to go. If you're based in the New York City area, or even just passing through, definitely stop by! You will not regret it

If you’re looking for a place that teaches legitimate combat Sambo, not watered-down cardio classes or cosplay martial arts, this is it. The instruction is serious, technically precise, and rooted in real combat sport fundamentals—throws, submissions, striking integration, and pressure. Steve and Paul are phenomenal coaches that clearly know their craft. Training is disciplined, challenging, and respectful, with a culture that pushes you to improve without ego. Whether you come from wrestling, BJJ, striking, or are brand new, the room is welcoming but demanding in the best way. This is a gym for people who actually want to learn how to fight and grapple effectively, build toughness, and train with purpose. No gimmicks. No nonsense. Just hard, honest work. Highly recommend for anyone serious about combat sports in NYC.

The best fighting gym I have ever visited and been a part of, and the best gym I've been to period. The instructors are deeply knowledgeable, attentive, and hands-on. The culture and environment is fun, respectful, and positive. The lessons always include sparring allowing you to best translate the things you learn into practice in the context of a non-compliant opponent. The growth I've seen in myself and others (physically, mentally, etc) over an extended period of taking classes here has been tremendous. Could not recommend more highly.