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- Address:383 Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ 07109
- Phone:(877) 762-3656
- Website:http://www.smaschools.com/
- Rating:4.0
- Hours:
| Tue | 04:30 pm -09:30 pm |
| Wed | 04:30 pm -09:30 pm |
| Thu | 04:30 pm -09:30 pm |
| Sat | 08:30 am -12:00 pm |
Sovereign Martial Arts
Reviews
Rated 4.0/5 based on 23 customer reviews.
Meghan Belfield
February 15, 2020 10:01
My contract expired December 2019 and the automated payments have been coming out the 15th of each month. Leaving one month going from the 15th of one month to the 15th of the next month. After the contract expired no document was signed stating when a payment stop or cancellation of the next month had to be made. I was just put on bedrest due to a very high risk pregnancy and I called to cancel the membership before the 15th of the month. Yet, they still charged me for an additional month and refuse to give me a refund.
For a school to say that prides themselves on integrity this is extremely disheartening.
SSJ4 Brolly
October 30, 2019 19:27
If you want to be stuck in a long term contract that you can't get out of then this is the school for you.
This is a school that's very greedy for money and they don't care if you're in a financial situation or not. They want to get paid and if you want to get out of the contract then you have to pay the rest of the money in advance.
The good thing about them is that they're good with kids, so I'll give them that much.
However, I wouldn't suggest coming here unless you have a load of money iin your bank account , but if you're in a financial situation then I recommend going elsewhere.
Chris The gamer
July 20, 2019 10:42
My sons and I train at this school. It was the best decision I have made. I started my older son here when he was bullied at a young age. Today he could and would take on any bully. They are no match for him. We went to two other karate schools before this one and felt that this one was the one for us. There is a strong feeling of family At this school. Everyone is very very supportive. My younger son has autism. I was hesitant to put him in karate. This school has embraced him and worked with him.... they even came in earlier and worked with him individually to help him when he was very little. He has come such a long way. Not only is he moving up in Belt rank but it has helped his ADHD and his focus and he is doing really well in school. I HIGHLY recommend this school for anyone with Autism.
Fatimah Broxton
July 19, 2019 20:04
I'm so glad my sons and I have decided to train at SMA! We are growing in knowledge, skill, and confidence. I can't wait to see what's next!
Jessica Stopera
July 18, 2019 21:32
If you are looking for a place to learn karate but also gain confident, perseverance and other invaluable life skills- look no further. SMA is the best!
Nicole Jennings
July 3, 2019 23:32
Sovereign Martial Arts is an excellent place to learn martial arts! The instructors are great and make the experience fun!
Meghan Belfield
July 25, 2018 16:03
I love that I went with Sovereign Martial Arts of Belleville to enroll my son.... his focus has increased tremendously as well as his self confidence... They really do a great job with working with the kids and their individual needs. Thank you guys! Keep up the great work!
A Google User
July 25, 2018 16:03
I love that I went with Sovereign Martial Arts of Belleville to enroll my son.... his focus has increased tremendously as well as his self confidence... They really do a great job with working with the kids and their individual needs. Thank you guys! Keep up the great work!
Carlos Morocho
March 2, 2018 16:57
Soy mui tranquilo??
Joyce Dela Cruz
January 23, 2018 17:35
My 7yo has been a student since he was 3yo. My 4yo started last yr and absolutely love going to classes. The instructors are amazing and I see my kids' progress during belt promotions. Lastly, they treat us like family!
A Google User
January 23, 2018 17:35
My 7yo has been a student since he was 3yo. My 4yo started last yr and absolutely love going to classes. The instructors are amazing and I see my kids' progress during belt promotions. Lastly, they treat us like family!
James StAndrew
January 18, 2018 16:04
My grandchildren attend this location and love it. They can't wait to go and always want to tell me all about their classes and what they learned. I've noticed a big change in my grandson's confidence and personality for the better. Thank you SMA!
A Google User
January 18, 2018 16:04
My grandchildren attend this location and love it. They can't wait to go and always want to tell me all about their classes and what they learned. I've noticed a big change in my grandson's confidence and personality for the better. Thank you SMA!
Amanda Murphy
January 18, 2018 15:58
I have two boys enrolled here and we LOOOVE this school. They are excellent with the kids. They are doing a great job teaching all the kids here. They host events that we almost always attend and have a great time! I couldn't imagine having our kids go anywhere else!!!
A Google User
January 18, 2018 15:58
I have two boys enrolled here and we LOOOVE this school. They are excellent with the kids. They are doing a great job teaching all the kids here. They host events that we almost always attend and have a great time! I couldn't imagine having our kids go anywhere else!!!
mgmSimone Hodges
October 18, 2017 10:26
Very disappointed with my daughters experience in the Belleville location. Purchased a trial that included 2 private lessons, (she received 1), 20 classes and a uniform. I was told they needed to get her uniform size from another location. The next week I was told they ordered new uniforms that should take a week to come in, one week turned into three. Lastly, I was told they were going to order the uniforms from a different company and they should be in by the end of the week. We went back two more times and still didn't receive it. The instructors were nice but they don't make an effort to make new kids feel welcome, or ensure they know what they are doing. My kid thought she wasn't doing a good job because they barely spoke to her and on top of that she was the only kid without a uniform. Going 2 times a week for more than 2 months I expected more.
Crystal Woods
October 18, 2017 10:26
I am not sure why anyone would call the owners rude. Since the day we walked in the door of SMA we have been treated like family. The owners of the SMA schools are caring and compassionate about the students and the martial arts. They greet each student by name and shake each parents hand every time they walk in the door. I am not sure how things "used" to be with the old management, but I know we are very proud members of SMA. They push the students to be the best that they can be... and because of that my daughter is thriving in the martial arts. SMA all the way!!!!
tawana pringle
October 18, 2017 10:26
It was going well, until the managers resigned. The new managers are quite rude and there is not enough support with the children which my original contract was promised. If you are considering this school now don't. Not even worth the groupon.
My kids were members from Dec through May 2014-15. I withdrew them as of today.
Amilcar Pinedo
October 18, 2017 10:26
I took my daughter for first time last summer,.
We still going 3 days a week..now im part of the practice all mondays...and make me so happy that i can share more time with my nena..... I can tell that is the best Karate Academy that i been .... Sensei Jose is awesome..Sensei Jana awesome..Sensei Toby..Gabrielle and Cody.. awesome.... THIS IS MY NEW HOME....!
Michelle Longo
October 18, 2017 10:26
Over the weekend, in honor of my 40th birthday, I completed a challenging rope course - 30 obstacles plus zip line, all 35 feet up. I signed up for kickboxing a year ago and I could not have completed the obstacle course without the core and upper body strength I have gained. More important, I would not have had the courage or boldness to do it. Thank you for helping me to remember my own power. The transformation I've made in the past year has been amazing - both physically and mentally. A special thank you to Isaac, Alex, and Juan, for always putting up with my grumbling in class and still encouraging me to keep pushing. Every time one of you reminds me that little by little I'll get to where I want to be, it keeps me going. You have no idea the impact you've made on my life in so many ways and I cannot thank you enough.
mgmSimone Hodges
July 2, 2016 08:43
Very disappointed with my daughters experience in the Belleville location. Purchased a trial that included 2 private lessons, (she received 1), 20 classes and a uniform. I was told they needed to get her uniform size from another location. The next week I was told they ordered new uniforms that should take a week to come in, one week turned into three. Lastly, I was told they were going to order the uniforms from a different company and they should be in by the end of the week. We went back two more times and still didn't receive it. The instructors were nice but they don't make an effort to make new kids feel welcome, or ensure they know what they are doing. My kid thought she wasn't doing a good job because they barely spoke to her and on top of that she was the only kid without a uniform. Going 2 times a week for more than 2 months I expected more.
A Google User
June 6, 2016 06:21
Over the weekend, in honor of my 40th birthday, I completed a challenging rope course - 30 obstacles plus zip line, all 35 feet up. I signed up for kickboxing a year ago and I could not have completed the obstacle course without the core and upper body strength I have gained. More important, I would not have had the courage or boldness to do it. Thank you for helping me to remember my own power. The transformation I've made in the past year has been amazing - both physically and mentally. A special thank you to Isaac, Alex, and Juan, for always putting up with my grumbling in class and still encouraging me to keep pushing. Every time one of you reminds me that little by little I'll get to where I want to be, it keeps me going. You have no idea the impact you've made on my life in so many ways and I cannot thank you enough.
Michelle Longo
June 6, 2016 06:21
Over the weekend, in honor of my 40th birthday, I completed a challenging rope course - 30 obstacles plus zip line, all 35 feet up. I signed up for kickboxing a year ago and I could not have completed the obstacle course without the core and upper body strength I have gained. More important, I would not have had the courage or boldness to do it. Thank you for helping me to remember my own power. The transformation I've made in the past year has been amazing - both physically and mentally. A special thank you to Isaac, Alex, and Juan, for always putting up with my grumbling in class and still encouraging me to keep pushing. Every time one of you reminds me that little by little I'll get to where I want to be, it keeps me going. You have no idea the impact you've made on my life in so many ways and I cannot thank you enough.