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Private self defense classes teach situational awareness, striking, grappling, and breakfall techniques with pads and scenario drills to build skills. Pros tailor sessions to Manhattan, NY urban density and transit systems. This training can help boost confidence and personal safety.

Private self defense classes teach situational awareness, striking, grappling, and breakfall techniques with pads and scenario drills to build skills. Pros tailor sessions to Manhattan, NY urban density and transit systems. This training can help boost confidence and personal safety.

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DutchStyleKickboxing

DutchStyleKickboxing

Exceptional 5.0

(86)

Exceptional 5.0

(86)

97 hires on Thumbtack
65 similar jobs done near you

97 hires on Thumbtack
65 similar jobs done near you

Rex g. says, "Very knowledgeable / outstanding instructor. Worth every penny for this level of training, Will drill technique and also push your endurance limits. Awesome."See more

Rex g. says, "Very knowledgeable / outstanding instructor. Worth every penny for this level of training, Will drill technique and also push your endurance limits. Awesome."

5.0

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5.0

(4)

2 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

2 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

Octavio D. says, "Manuel is absolutely the best trainer in the area, hands down. What truly sets him apart is his deep knowledge in different martial arts and his ability to customize that knowledge to my unique experiences and learning style. This approach has helped me progress faster than I ever thought possible. His sessions are incredibly comprehensive. He combines a lot of technical detail to ensure a solid foundation, but he also pays close attention to personal weaknesses, actively targeting areas where I was specifically lacking strength. This personalized focus makes every session highly effective."See more

Octavio D. says, "Manuel is absolutely the best trainer in the area, hands down. What truly sets him apart is his deep knowledge in different martial arts and his ability to customize that knowledge to my unique experiences and learning style. This approach has helped me progress faster than I ever thought possible. His sessions are incredibly comprehensive. He combines a lot of technical detail to ensure a solid foundation, but he also pays close attention to personal weaknesses, actively targeting areas where I was specifically lacking strength. This personalized focus makes every session highly effective."

Ikigai LLC (the reason for living)

Ikigai LLC (the reason for living)

5.0

(1)

5.0

(1)

1 hire on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

1 hire on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

Maryam S. says, "Cornell is a true gem. Very professional, compassionate and listens to your body problems and helps resolve them"See more

Maryam S. says, "Cornell is a true gem. Very professional, compassionate and listens to your body problems and helps resolve them"

5.0

(1)

5.0

(1)

Serves Manhattan, NY

Serves Manhattan, NY

Suzanne G. says, "Eliran is a rare find. He teaches without ego. Eliran focuses on my empowerment, rather than his own status. He ensures my successes belong to me, and does not take ownership of my progress. Eliran has a great sense of humor and doesn't take himself too seriously. He is approachable and if I can say this, he makes it fun to make mistakes while learning. I put a lot of pressure on myself to succeed and he helps lessen that critical “voice in my head.” I leave every session feeling safer and more capable. Eliran has allowed me to begin to discover my *own power* and safety."See more

Suzanne G. says, "Eliran is a rare find. He teaches without ego. Eliran focuses on my empowerment, rather than his own status. He ensures my successes belong to me, and does not take ownership of my progress. Eliran has a great sense of humor and doesn't take himself too seriously. He is approachable and if I can say this, he makes it fun to make mistakes while learning. I put a lot of pressure on myself to succeed and he helps lessen that critical “voice in my head.” I leave every session feeling safer and more capable. Eliran has allowed me to begin to discover my *own power* and safety."

Game Theory Fitness & Self Defense (New Jersey)

Game Theory Fitness & Self Defense (New Jersey)

Exceptional 5.0

(29)

Exceptional 5.0

(29)

29 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

29 hires on Thumbtack
Serves Manhattan, NY

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Andres says, "Did the first session with Andrew today. I like the 1on1 training, his techniques for resistance training is on point, and he's a real nice guy. His private studio is great for improving your techniques and working out in a comfortable environment. Andrew does specializes in many fields of work out so there is a little bit of everything for anyone to try. Mostly it's great to have found a trainer who motivate you and have the knowledge to help reach your fitness goals."See more

Andres says, "Did the first session with Andrew today. I like the 1on1 training, his techniques for resistance training is on point, and he's a real nice guy. His private studio is great for improving your techniques and working out in a comfortable environment. Andrew does specializes in many fields of work out so there is a little bit of everything for anyone to try. Mostly it's great to have found a trainer who motivate you and have the knowledge to help reach your fitness goals."

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