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Next Evolution Martial Arts offers Kids Martial Arts classes that include Kioto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kaizen Karate Do, and Karate. The program also offers Muay Thai Kickboxing, an After School Martial Arts option, a full-day Summer Camp, and Martial Arts Birthday Parties that can feature nerf wars and a bounce house.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Full-day Summer Camp sessions are available
Next Evolution Martial Arts has been providing quality martial arts instruction in New York since 2005 and has been Spanish Harlem's first authentic Kioto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy since 2005. The school is led by Senei Mike, who has been training in martial arts all of his life and has the expertise. The program describes itself as a traditional martial arts school with a modern approach, offering Kioto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kaizen Karate Do, and Muay Thai Kickboxing in a supportive, family-oriented environment and emphasizing loyalty, integrity, and respect. Next Evolution Martial Arts states that it cultivates respect, confidence, and discipline through traditional teachings and a modern approach and that it empowers individuals and families in Spanish Harlem, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, and surrounding New York City communities.
Parent testimonials describe long-term participation in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes for both children and adults and refer to the school as keeping training traditional with values of respect and integrity. Other parents report weekly attendance, noting a focus on self confidence, discipline, and community building, and describe instructors as consistently showing kindness and patience. One former student describes training under Senei Mike as an adolescent and refers to learning self defense, self discipline, and self control. Multiple families refer to the school community as a “family” and mention being active members for several years.
Last updated April 17, 2026.
• Ages: 3–18 years old
• Schedule: Full-day Summer Camp sessions are available
Next Evolution Martial Arts has been providing quality martial arts instruction in New York since 2005 and has been Spanish Harlem's first authentic Kioto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy since 2005. The school is led by Senei Mike, who has been training in martial arts all of his life and has the expertise. The program describes itself as a traditional martial arts school with a modern approach, offering Kioto Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kaizen Karate Do, and Muay Thai Kickboxing in a supportive, family-oriented environment and emphasizing loyalty, integrity, and respect. Next Evolution Martial Arts states that it cultivates respect, confidence, and discipline through traditional teachings and a modern approach and that it empowers individuals and families in Spanish Harlem, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, and surrounding New York City communities.
Parent testimonials describe long-term participation in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes for both children and adults and refer to the school as keeping training traditional with values of respect and integrity. Other parents report weekly attendance, noting a focus on self confidence, discipline, and community building, and describe instructors as consistently showing kindness and patience. One former student describes training under Senei Mike as an adolescent and refers to learning self defense, self discipline, and self control. Multiple families refer to the school community as a “family” and mention being active members for several years.
Last updated April 17, 2026.
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