JUNIOR GUARDIAN ANGELS COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER
About
Junior Guardian Angels Community Service Center in New York, NY is a community-focused martial arts program that has been serving Washington Heights for over 30 years. The center offers martial arts training for children and adults, with an emphasis on discipline, respect, and self-defense skills. Beyond martial arts, they provide homework help, after-school programs, summer camps, and various community outreach initiatives that help keep local youth off the streets.
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Overall VibeInstructors QualityClassesFacility QualityPricingLocation & AccessibilityPublic Review Sentiment
Instructors
The instructors, particularly Sensei Superstretch (Dennis Torres), are highly respected for their dedication to students and the community. They are described as caring, professional, and committed to helping each student develop not just martial arts skills but also important life values.
Facility
The facility is described as clean and well-maintained, providing an appropriate training environment for martial arts practice. Several reviews mention the professional setup and the care taken to maintain a clean space for training.
Pricing
The program is frequently described as affordable and accessible to community members. Many reviews mention the excellent value provided by the program, with some noting that services are offered at no cost for certain activities like summer camps.
Facility
Gym
Instructors
Classes
Pricing
While not explicitly mentioned in reviews, the community-oriented nature of the program suggests they likely offer trial classes to introduce new students to their training methods.
Location
Opening Hours
| Monday (Today) | 4:30 - 6PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30 - 6PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 - 6PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 - 6PM |
| Friday | 4:30 - 6PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The center is conveniently located within the Washington Heights community, making it easily accessible to local residents and particularly valuable in an area with limited youth programming options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups does Junior Guardian Angels serve?
The program serves children as young as 2 years old through adulthood, with specific classes for different age groups. Children's classes are held earlier in the day, while adult classes typically begin after 6 PM.
What additional programs are offered beyond martial arts training?
Beyond martial arts, they offer homework help, after-school programs, summer camps, trips, movie days, and community service activities like food drives during holidays.
How does the program benefit children beyond physical training?
The program focuses on building discipline, respect, self-confidence, and social skills. Many parents report improved grades, better behavior, and increased confidence in their children after joining.
How long has Junior Guardian Angels been serving the community?
According to reviews, the program has been serving the Washington Heights community for over 30 years, with many long-term students who started as children and continue to participate or support the program as adults.
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