- Address:5440 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
- Phone:(412) 621-7937
- Website:http://www.ryeracademy.com/
- Rating:5.0
- Hours:
| Tue | 03:00 pm -09:00 pm |
| Wed | 12:00 pm -09:00 pm |
| Thu | 03:00 pm -09:00 pm |
| Fri | 04:15 pm -06:30 pm |
| Sat | 08:00 am -02:00 pm |
Ryer Martial Arts Academy
Reviews
Rated 5.0/5 based on 20 customer reviews.
Laurie Heller Tarr
May 12, 2020 00:57
I wrote a review a few years ago - and what I said before is still true except now my son has been going to this academy for 7 years instead of 3 years:
This is a great place for well-rounded instruction. My son has attended here regularly from the ages of 6-13. In addition to gaining valuable physical skills and physical confidence, my son has maintained core strength and actively practiced various methods of verbal defense. Respect is a strong value. High expectations are set while maintaining an entirely positive atmosphere. The policies are now very clearly spelled out. The owner is very flexible and communicative. All the instructors are of exceptional quality. Unlike other sports team activities that seem to demand that you dedicate your life to them, Ryer's flexible schedule has allowed us to maintain consistent participation in martial arts for years, with no stress.
Edwin Joy
August 27, 2019 12:47
Definitely one of the best martial arts academies in Pittsburgh. I have noticed a significant improvement in my strength and overall fitness since joining here 9 months ago. The classes , though challenging , are insanely fun ! What sets this academy apart from the other fitness centers I have tried in Pittsburgh , is the owner and trainer of the place - Josh. Just an amazing trainer and an amazing person - always pushes you to improve and to strive to be better. I feel like, since joining here, not just my fitness but other areas of my life have improved as well. It's just awesome ! If you haven't yet , you have to try these classes !
Brittany Devlin
January 13, 2019 15:25
Great gym! Staff is really helpful and it's really clean!!
John Pirie
August 16, 2018 20:01
Our 3.5 year old daughter and 4.5 year old son have been going here for the past 6 weeks. Have already noticed a more accountable behaviour at home. The instructors are very patient yet calm-assertive with our kids and it works.
A Google User
August 16, 2018 20:01
Our 3.5 year old daughter and 4.5 year old son have been going here for the past 6 weeks. Have already noticed a more accountable behaviour at home. The instructors are very patient yet calm-assertive with our kids and it works.
Barry Rabkin
March 1, 2018 18:04
Ryer is the real deal. I've done boxing, kick boxing, and krav maga at locations across Pittsburgh, and I've never encountered a studio where every single aspect is so impeccably run. The mats, bags, gloves, equipment and entire locker room are all in such stunningly good condition that they look like they've never been used. All the students are extraordinarily friendly and helpful. All the coaches have the rare combination of advanced expertise, deep passion for martial arts and a constructive approach. They build up every sequence from the simplest movements to complex combinations to match each student's level of experience. More than anyone, this is true for the owner Josh Ryer who sets the culture and tone with his complete mastery of the curriculum and keen eye for perfection in every detail balanced with an easy going laugh and friendly laid back attitude. If you want fitness and fun combined with real world defense training, I hope to see you in class soon!
A Google User
March 1, 2018 18:04
Ryer is the real deal. I've done boxing, kick boxing, and krav maga at locations across Pittsburgh, and I've never encountered a studio where every single aspect is so impeccably run. The mats, bags, gloves, equipment and entire locker room are all in such stunningly good condition that they look like they've never been used. All the students are extraordinarily friendly and helpful. All the coaches have the rare combination of advanced expertise, deep passion for martial arts and a constructive approach. They build up every sequence from the simplest movements to complex combinations to match each student's level of experience. More than anyone, this is true for the owner Josh Ryer who sets the culture and tone with his complete mastery of the curriculum and keen eye for perfection in every detail balanced with an easy going laugh and friendly laid back attitude. If you want fitness and fun combined with real world defense training, I hope to see you in class soon!
A Google User
February 8, 2018 11:35
We as an organization have used Ryer Academy as part of our Staff Training for personal safety. They have been instrumental in helping to insure staff be mindful of their environment thru the implementation of safety techniques and a safety plan. Staff have found the trainings to be an essential part of their tool kit for insuring their safety while at work.
Angela Tookes
February 8, 2018 11:35
We as an organization have used Ryer Academy as part of our Staff Training for personal safety. They have been instrumental in helping to insure staff be mindful of their environment thru the implementation of safety techniques and a safety plan. Staff have found the trainings to be an essential part of their tool kit for insuring their safety while at work.
Meg Walker
January 22, 2018 06:59
Friendly atmosphere and well planned classes.
Nathan Fullerton
October 24, 2017 17:40
My 8 yr old son loves it. The instructors are very patient and great with kids. I've never seen any macho stuff, which I really appreciate.
Sibel Trice
October 24, 2017 17:40
Among all the classes our four year old twins attend, Martial Arts class at
Ryer Academy is by far our favorite. In addition to being the cutest thing
to watch toddlers while they passionately learn (in their own words) how to become ninjas, it is an activity that not only helps them physically but
continuously grows them mentally & emotionally. Fully committed, attentive, supportive and very patient instructors with such a toddler friendly fun style made this class our kids' favorite too. And we can see the impact outside the classroom. One day, we were getting ready to leave the house and our son rushed and opened the door before we were ready. We told him it was not time yet and he needed to close the door and wait for a few more minutes. At that moment, our daughter jumped in and closed the door. He was upset and started complaining loudly. When we least expected, our daughter put her arm around his shoulder and with a calm tone said what does our ninja teacher says, calm cool mind, calm cool mind. They are only four years old and of course they cannot always act on it but we were so happy to see that deep down in there, they are carrying many things they learn at Ryer Academy with them after the class too. A big thank you to Mr Josh and all the preschool instructors for such an amazing program! "
Katy Hare
October 24, 2017 17:40
The staff is super friendly and welcoming, the atmosphere is very motivating, and the work out is great. The kickboxing class is non-stop activity and you really feel like you did something with the workout, plus they make sure you're doing the exercises in the right way so you don't hurt yourself. I would recommend them to anyone looking for something fun, motivating and tough.
Blair Mullen
October 24, 2017 17:40
The instructors are amazing in the kids martial arts classes. They teach the kids to respect themselves and others, self defense via Kali (Philippine) martial arts and incorporate anti-bullying strategies to avoid being a victim (or an instigator). The teachers inspire the kids to work hard, stay focused and they mix in games that teach skills to keep the kids entertained. Awesome awesome place!
Lo Medhi
October 24, 2017 17:40
This is a great place for well-rounded instruction. My son has attended here regularly from the ages of 6-9. In addition to gaining valuable physical skills and physical confidence, my son has maintained core strength and actively practiced various methods of verbal defense. Respect is a strong value. High expectations are set while maintaining an entirely positive atmosphere. Although I was a little unclear on the policies when we first enrolled, the policies are now very clearly spelled out. The owner is very flexible and communicative. I'm grateful for one time that the owner went out of his way to briefly help another son of mine who was having a bullying issue, even though he's not enrolled in the program. All the instructors are of exceptional quality. Unlike other sports team activities that seem to demand that you dedicate your life to them, Ryer's flexible schedule has allowed us to maintain consistent participation in martial arts for years, with no stress.
A Google User
July 19, 2017 17:48
My 8 yr old son loves it. The instructors are very patient and great with kids. I've never seen any macho stuff, which I really appreciate.
Nathan Fullerton
July 19, 2017 17:48
My 8 yr old son loves it. The instructors are very patient and great with kids. I've never seen any macho stuff, which I really appreciate.
A Google User
May 11, 2017 22:26
Among all the classes our four year old twins attend, Martial Arts class at
Ryer Academy is by far our favorite. In addition to being the cutest thing
to watch toddlers while they passionately learn (in their own words) how to become ninjas, it is an activity that not only helps them physically but
continuously grows them mentally & emotionally. Fully committed, attentive, supportive and very patient instructors with such a toddler friendly fun style made this class our kids' favorite too. And we can see the impact outside the classroom. One day, we were getting ready to leave the house and our son rushed and opened the door before we were ready. We told him it was not time yet and he needed to close the door and wait for a few more minutes. At that moment, our daughter jumped in and closed the door. He was upset and started complaining loudly. When we least expected, our daughter put her arm around his shoulder and with a calm tone said what does our ninja teacher says, calm cool mind, calm cool mind. They are only four years old and of course they cannot always act on it but we were so happy to see that deep down in there, they are carrying many things they learn at Ryer Academy with them after the class too. A big thank you to Mr Josh and all the preschool instructors for such an amazing program! "
Sibel Trice
May 11, 2017 22:26
Among all the classes our four year old twins attend, Martial Arts class at
Ryer Academy is by far our favorite. In addition to being the cutest thing
to watch toddlers while they passionately learn (in their own words) how to become ninjas, it is an activity that not only helps them physically but
continuously grows them mentally & emotionally. Fully committed, attentive, supportive and very patient instructors with such a toddler friendly fun style made this class our kids' favorite too. And we can see the impact outside the classroom. One day, we were getting ready to leave the house and our son rushed and opened the door before we were ready. We told him it was not time yet and he needed to close the door and wait for a few more minutes. At that moment, our daughter jumped in and closed the door. He was upset and started complaining loudly. When we least expected, our daughter put her arm around his shoulder and with a calm tone said what does our ninja teacher says, calm cool mind, calm cool mind. They are only four years old and of course they cannot always act on it but we were so happy to see that deep down in there, they are carrying many things they learn at Ryer Academy with them after the class too. A big thank you to Mr Josh and all the preschool instructors for such an amazing program! "
Blair Mullen
February 29, 2016 04:41
The instructors are amazing in the kids martial arts classes. They teach the kids to respect themselves and others, self defense via Kali (Philippine) martial arts and incorporate anti-bullying strategies to avoid being a victim (or an instigator). The teachers inspire the kids to work hard, stay focused and they mix in games that teach skills to keep the kids entertained. Awesome awesome place!