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Institute of Defensive Methods
5 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in North Arlington, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule idmnj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (201) 955-8025
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I promise that you and your children will reap life long benefits as I and my family have.”
“The practical drills and sparring sessions make the training engaging and effective, ensuring that every student leaves feeling empowered.”
“He’s also had many successful students bring home gold medals from taekwondo tournaments over the 30+ years he’s been teaching.”
Other martial arts here
“Sifu Ceasar's ability to bridge traditional martial arts with practical self-defense applications is incredibly impressive.”
What members say
“Each class is structured to progressively build skills and confidence, making it an ideal environment for both beginners and experienced martial artists.”
“The supportive community at the Institute fosters an atmosphere of respect and camaraderie, allowing students to thrive and learn from one another.”
From the reviews
My full and honest review is too long to write here. Anyone geographically close enough to join and train with Sifu Olavarria should run there before his new location fills up! I started training with him and his highly skilled instructors back in 2006, as a police officer. It truly changed and saved my career!
My journey in Wingchun began one year ago with Sifu Cesar. He is a highly skilled and inspiring instructor. It is no secret he is passionate and knowledgeable about the essential principles and underlying philosophy of Wingchun.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am thrilled to share my experience at the Institute of Defensive Méthode, where I’ve had the privilege of training under Grand Master Sifu Ceasar Olavarria.
If you want to learn true and authentic martial arts, this is definitely the place. I’ve always wanted to learn martial arts to learn how to fight and when I started learning under Sifu Olavarria I learned so much more.
Your first kickboxing class at Institute of Defensive Methods
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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