Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Allentown, PA)

7.60
4654 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104
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Parents looking for kids' martial artsAdults seeking fitness and self-defense
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About

Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts in Allentown, Pennsylvania is a well-established martial arts school led by Shihan James Simpson, who has over three decades of experience. The gym offers a variety of classes including Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Karate, and Kickboxing for students of all ages. Many parents appreciate the focus on discipline, confidence-building, and life lessons that are incorporated into the training program, making it particularly popular for children's classes.

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7.60/10

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7.50
Class Structure imageClass Structure
8.00
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8.50
Facility Quality imageFacility Quality
7.50
Value for Money imageValue for Money
6.50
Location and Accessibility imageLocation & Accessibility
7.50

Public Review Sentiment

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The public reviews for Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts in Allentown are predominantly positive, with many parents praising the impact on their children's confidence, discipline, and physical abilities. However, there are several concerning negative reviews that mention inflexible contracts, strict policies, and allegations of the head instructor being harsh or demeaning to some students.
Last Updated 2 Mar 2025

Instructors

Shihan James Simpson is the head instructor with over three decades of martial arts experience. While many reviews praise his teaching ability and discipline, there are some concerning reports of him being overly critical or harsh with certain students.

Facility

The facility is described as clean and well-maintained by multiple reviewers. The training area appears to be adequate for the classes offered, though specific details about amenities are limited in the reviews.

Pricing

While specific pricing details aren't mentioned in the reviews, several customers have expressed concerns about the gym's contract policies and inflexibility. There appear to be year-long commitments that some customers found difficult to cancel even when circumstances changed.

Facility

Well MaintainedEnough spaceTraining matsBathroom facilities

Gym

Mixed AtmosphereMixed VibeGood Safety

Instructors

ExperiencedDisciplinedFirmKnowledgeable

Classes

No-GiAdvancedKids ClassesAdult friendly

Pricing

Mixed ValueFree trialUnclear Pricing

A free trial class is available for new customers at participating locations, though you need to contact the school directly to confirm availability.

Location

Ample ParkingGood Accessibility

Opening Hours

Open now
Monday 2 - 9:30PM
Tuesday 2 - 9:30PM
Wednesday 2 - 9:30PM
Thursday (Today)2 - 9:30PM
Friday 2 - 9:30PM
Saturday 9AM - 1PM
Sunday Closed

Location

Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts Allentown is conveniently located in the Tilghman Square Shopping Center, making it accessible for families in the area.

Address

4654 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104

Website

https://tsk.com/locations/pa/allentown/

Phone

+1 610-351-2254

Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups does Tiger Schulmann's Allentown accommodate?

Tiger Schulmann's Allentown offers classes for both children (starting as young as 3-4 years old) and adults of all ages and experience levels.

Do they require uniforms for classes?

Yes, uniforms are required for classes, and they should be kept clean. The Jiu-Jitsu classes specifically do not use gis.

What is the attendance policy like?

Based on reviews, the gym has a strict attendance and punctuality policy. Some reviewers mentioned being told not to come if they were going to be more than a few minutes late.

What martial arts styles are taught at this location?

Tiger Schulmann's Allentown offers Jiu-Jitsu (without gi), Mixed Martial Arts, Karate, and Kickboxing classes for various skill levels.