Dewey's Martial Arts Academy
About
Dewey's Martial Arts Academy in Delmar, New York is a well-established martial arts school with over 30 years of experience, offering primarily karate instruction along with other martial arts styles. The academy emphasizes personal growth, discipline, and self-defense in a supportive, family-oriented environment. Led by Shihan Brian Dewey, a 7th degree Black Belt with decades of experience, the academy has trained multiple generations of students and graduated over 100 to the rank of Black Belt.
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Instructors
The instructors at Dewey's Martial Arts Academy, led by Shihan Brian Dewey, are consistently described as professional, dedicated, and highly skilled. They are praised for their ability to teach students of all ages and experience levels while emphasizing discipline and personal growth in a supportive manner.
Facility
The facility is described as roomy and professional with a pleasant atmosphere conducive to training. With locations in both Delmar and East Greenbush, the academy provides adequate space for various martial arts training activities.
Pricing
The academy offers affordable introductory packages, including a $25 option with a new gi and three private lessons, or a $29.99 package with three semi-private lessons and a uniform. While detailed information about regular membership pricing is not readily available, these introductory offers suggest reasonable value.
Facility
Gym
Instructors
Classes
Pricing
The academy offers affordable introductory packages rather than a traditional free trial, providing new students with equipment and multiple lessons to get started.
Location
Opening Hours
| Monday | 4 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday (Today) | 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 8AM - 1PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 - 11:30AM |
Location
The academy is conveniently located at 159 Delaware Ave in Delmar, NY, with a secondary location in East Greenbush that opened in 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
What martial arts styles are taught at Dewey's Martial Arts Academy?
The academy primarily teaches Nihon Goshin Karate Do (a traditional Japanese hard style), but also offers Kempo Arts, Chinese Kung Fu, and Aikido on certain days.
Is Dewey's Martial Arts Academy suitable for children?
Yes, the academy is very family-oriented with specific classes for children, including 'Tiny Tigers' for younger children, and many reviews mention multiple generations of families training there.
Who is the head instructor at Dewey's Martial Arts Academy?
Shihan Brian Dewey is the owner and chief instructor. He holds a 7th degree Black Belt, started his martial arts training in 1980, opened his first school in 1986, and has graduated over 100 students to the rank of Black Belt.
Do they offer introductory packages for new students?
Yes, they offer introductory packages including a $25 option with a new gi (uniform) and 3 private lessons, or a $29.99 package with 3 semi-private lessons and a uniform.