The American Black Belt Academy in Massapequa Park is one of the top-rated martial arts schools in the country. We specialize in Self Defense and Fitness through the teaching of American Kenpo Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA Striking (Boxing. American Kickboxing, Karate and Muay Thai). Established in 1994, our classes are exciting and energetic. Our award-winning children's program is dedicated to the total development of our students. We offer Kids and Adult classes in Ed Parker's Kenpo Karate System, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Striking. We also have a full fitness program for women.
Our adult classes offer a great workout and the most effective self-defense strategies you'll find. You will feel better, get into shape and learn how to defend yourself at the same time! Our children's program was designed to develop strong bodies, a healthy outlook on life, respect for adults and a successful attitude. The classes we host at our Massapequa Park facility are arranged by ability and age; we make sure to give special attention to every child!
Here is what a physical education teacher (Tom Fiorentine) from Grace Day school had to say after Mr. LoVarco visited and gave a class:
"What impressed me most about Tom LoVarco was his ability to work with children. He is soft-spoken while at the same time he demands the attention of his students. It was interesting to see how our more talkative students were most attentive during the lesson and how our less coordinated students were able to move through the exercises with confidence and ease - a solid building block of self-esteem."