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  • 5/5 Fiore C. 1 year ago on Google
    A friend told me about this class and since the first day my son and I felt very welcomed. The energy that master Joe and the rest of the kids had was great. We loved it and thanks to Master Joe for keeping up with my sons progress.

  • 5/5 Kasia T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great school. Master Joe is above and beyond. My son love his instructor and his class. Highly recommend .5 star 🌟

  • 5/5 Sara K. 7 years ago on Google
    Joe and his team are absolutely FANTASTIC!!! Let me first off say how great Master Joe is at teaching the children's classes. Not only is he patient with the students, but he also shows discipline and respect to them. This is something that I love! He also has a Tiny Tigers program for the little ones as well as birthday parties. The students not only learn martial arts but also have a fun time in class. Joe is also consistently changing the classes. Each time the children come to class, they learn something new. Joe also offers kettle bell and adult martial art classes. Kettle bell classes are AMAZING! I have been taking them for 2 years and I love it! Joe's workouts are always different. When you walk into a Kettle bell class, you never know what you are going to do or what tricks Joe has up his sleeves. He is very patient and explains all of the techniques. He also manages to make the workout fun and an hour flies by! I would absolutely recommend the kettle bell class to anyone who was to shake up their workout routine. Lastly, Joe has adult martial arts. This class is a fantastic class for anyone who is looking to work on their punching and kicking techniques. I would recommend Joe and his school to anyone! You have to try it out!!!

  • 5/5 Meaghann M. 9 years ago on Google
    Highly recommended! I joined a little less than a month ago and I have become addicted to these classes. It's a tough workout that definitely pushes me to my max but I have already lost weight and toned up in the short amount of time I have been coming. I always leave class feeling very accomplished. Joe the owner and instructor is awesome. He is dedicated and clearly loves what he does which is encouraging. He always switches up the workout so it's impossible to get bored. If you want a good workout and fast results this is the class to join!

  • 5/5 Andrew E. 7 years ago on Google
    My wife and I started going here almost one year ago. I was turning thirty at the time and very upset with what was then my current physical condition. We began going to Joe twice a week and eventually added a third day as well. I used to dread working out as it was something I did not enjoy. Now it is what I look forward to all week! Joe makes a really hard workout very enjoyable. I not only look and feel better, my yearly physical shows dramatic improvement since last year! I highly recommend Sidekick MA to anyone looking to strengthen not only their muscles and cardio but also their mind! Thanks Joe!!

  • 5/5 Kapsy 6 years ago on Google
    I'm 56 years old and sport a 36 pack around my gut. Awfully low on stamina and only half decent on flexibility. I've always hated the gym and I abhor mindless running & cycling. Ever since I joined Joe's fitness classes, I can see that I'm getting fitter and my body demands this workout. Joe is a wonderful instructor and while I've affectionately named him "torturer', I love the way he mixes up exercises and keeps the interest going. His workout encompasses the entire body and he's mindful of peoples' constraints. I highly recommend Joe's classes! NOTE: Joe's Martial Arts classes are very popular. My wife and I only attend his fitness classes.

  • 5/5 Shelly S. 9 years ago on Google
    Highly Highly Recommended!!! I read about Kettlebells in a magazine and have been looking for a place ever since. Kettlebells combines strengthening and aerobics. I came to Sidekick Martial Arts following a Groupon deal. I bought the 6 months deal. Before Sidekick Martial Arts, I have never worked with Kettlebells. The first time Master Joe told me to squat, I did not think I could do it. He insisted and showed me how to do it safely (did not squat since high school). In the following months, I noticed I can do more and more and people around me noticed the change in me. I highly recommend it to everyone. Every class is different and presents with a new routine or challenge. Master Joe is professional, knowledgeable, creative and very patient. It is worth it!!! See you at Sidekick Martial Arts.

  • 5/5 Marissa W. 10 years ago on Google
    I was browsing on Groupon one Sunday afternoon when I came across a deal for Sidekick. The kettlebell classes caught my eye since I had taken kettlebell classes at Powerhouse Gym in South Hackensack a couple years ago and loved it, but Powerhouse stopped offering the class. I was super excited to be able to get back into kettlebells, and even convinced my sister (who had barely ever worked out in her life really) to sign up with me. I am so happy to have found Sidekick. The workouts are challenging for sure, but the people are all friendly and supportive and Joe (owner/instructor) pushes you. If you are weaker or have an injury, or if you need more of a challenge, Joe always offers different "levels" of every exercise to make it more or less challenging to suit your needs. He incorporates all muscle groups as well as flexibility work into each class. He also walks around the class to make sure everyone has correct form, etc. This class is so much fun and you will get stronger so quickly. No two classes are the same and even after more than a year of taking kettlebell classes both here and at Powerhouse, Joe still teaches me moves I've never seen before. I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience at Sidekick. Even my sister, who has never worked out regularly and never liked exercise before, talks about how much she likes the class and has decided to extend her membership. You won't regret working out at Sidekick!

  • 5/5 Bla G. 1 year ago on Google
    The best place for martial arts, we try few places before but nothing comparable with Sidekick Martial Arts. Master Joe knows the best way how to teach the kids discipline, focus and strength. Our sons are so happy four years in a row with Master Joe and they will continue to learn martial arts from the best!

  • 5/5 lauren p. 1 year ago on Google
    Our daughter started at Sidkick when she was in Kindergarten. She was a little nervous going at first but Master Joe made her feel so welcome and she loved it ever since. He has worked with her for years honing her skills and pushing her to be the best version of herself, she is now a Jr. Black Belt. We also attend Joe's Kettlebell classes together which is fun to watch the high belts push themselves athletically with the adults, while the high belt students have also taught / trained / given guidance to the adults when we are doing bag work.

  • 5/5 Natalya B. 1 year ago on Google
    My daughter loves going to Master Joe’s class! Every class is a different routine which keeps the kids engaged. Furthermore, my daughter insists on coming 15 minutes earlier so she can play with her friends. What a great place!

  • 5/5 Silvia M. 1 year ago on Google
    I highly recommend it. My son has been attending for about 5 months and he loves it. It’s a great program that help your kids to keep focusing, motivates them, relieve the school stress, keep them active, teach them discipline and believe on themselves .

  • 5/5 Tracy J. 1 year ago on Google
    As a parent Sidekick checks every box, and the kids just love it! Very happy. Would recommend to anyone. Definitely 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Azadeh E. 9 months ago on Google
    Highly recommend! Master Joe is absolutely fantastic - He's incredibly kind, patient, and skilled at working with young learners. My son has had an amazing experience and has grown so much under his guidance. It's a wonderful environment for kids to learn and develop both physically and mentally.


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