From Ages 3 to Adult — Build confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills in a safe, supportive family environment.
Every student. Every goal. Every belt. We're here every step of the way.
My son's instructor has been incredibly patient and supportive, and we have seen tremendous progress in his confidence, focus, and coordination. Martial arts has helped build strength, discipline, focus, and coordination — but most importantly, for parents of children with special needs, it provides something that can be hard to find elsewhere: hope and belief in what our children can achieve.
Sensei Jackowicz is an incredibly accomplished martial artist, teacher, and mentor. He has immense care and reverence for what he teaches. He teaches accountability, fortitude, and great respect for those around them. He gives you something of real value that you can hold on to — real world knowledge and experience that isn't watered down.
Sensei Steve Jackowicz and his assistant are incredibly kind, patient, skilled, and nurturing, making it a perfect, safe space for children of all ages with or without special needs. They adapt their class lessons to fit individual needs, focusing on building confidence, motor skills, and discipline in a fun, positive way.
I especially appreciate the opportunities they provide for students to participate in tournaments, which helps build confidence and gives the kids something to work toward. Most importantly, I've seen a big improvement in my son's discipline, focus, and overall growth since he started.
Everyone is kind, respectful, encouraging and fun. Sensei Steve is truly passionate about what he does and not only teaches karate, but also important life lessons into each class. We highly recommend this dojo to any parent looking for a positive environment for their kids.
At Classical Martial Arts of Long Island, we are dedicated to providing our members with elite instruction in both Chinese and Japanese martial arts. Our goal is for every student to develop the focus, discipline, and confidence to achieve Black Belt Excellence — in all areas of life. Classes for children ages 3 and up through adults of any age. We offer discount plans for families and veterans.
Founder & Chief Instructor · Daishihan, 7th Dan
Sifu/Sensei Steve Jackowicz began his martial arts journey at age eight and has never stopped. A Harvard University graduate, he holds black belt or teacher certifications in over a dozen arts — including Karate, Judo, Aikido, Japanese Jujitsu, Iaido, Dragon-Tiger Shaolin Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Shuai Jiao, Taiji Quan, Bagua Zhang, and Jeet Kune Do. He is also a licensed acupuncturist and earned his Ph.D. examining East Asian Medicine. He volunteered 18 years with the Nassau County Police Activity League teaching Judo, and developed a Special Needs Karate Course through the PAL. He founded Classical Martial Arts of Long Island to give students a platform for the full study of the physical, mental, ethical, and moral aspects of the martial arts.
We don't just teach Martial Arts — we build better people.
Students earn every belt by demonstrating real technique — we don't hand out ranks. With a 4.9-star Google rating, our standards speak for themselves.
From young kids to adults, complete beginners to returning martial artists — everyone feels at home at Classical Martial Arts of Long Island. This is a family, not just a gym.
Parents and students report improvements in focus, confidence, and discipline within the first 30–60 days. Our structured curriculum ensures every student progresses at every level.
Something for everyone — from toddlers to adults, beginners to competitors.
Our youngest students develop confidence, focus, coordination, and basic social skills through age-appropriate martial arts training. Japanese-track Tigers meet Tue/Thu; Chinese-track Dragons meet Mon/Wed. Both tracks combine Saturday morning.
Building on the fundamentals, Mighty students develop responsibility, goal-setting, self-esteem, and bully prevention skills. The Tiger track covers Japanese arts; the Dragon track covers Chinese arts. Both meet Saturdays together.
Teen and adult students in the Corps programs develop advanced technique, leadership, and life skills. Tiger Corps focuses on Japanese martial arts; Dragon Corps on Chinese arts. Both tracks meet six days per week including Saturdays.
Designed especially for students with special needs, this program uses safe, enjoyable movement to build confidence, coordination, focus, and social skills. Sensei Steve developed this curriculum through 18 years of PAL volunteer work and brings deep patience and expertise to every session.
Personalized martial arts-based fitness training that builds strength, endurance, and practical self-defense skills simultaneously. Reach peak fitness without the monotony of a gym — every session teaches you something real.
Traditional internal Chinese martial arts practiced for health, longevity, meditation, and improved quality of life. Taiji Quan (10–11am) and Qigong / Longevity (11am–12pm) meet every Monday and Wednesday.
Three easy steps to your first class — no experience required.
Click the button below or call us at (516) 253-4884 to reserve your free intro session at a time that works for you.
Arrive in comfortable workout clothes. We'll give you a tour, introduce you to the team, and guide you through your first class.
If you love it — and you will — we'll find the perfect program and membership that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
No commitment. No experience needed. Just show up.
Rated 4.9 from 48+ reviews on Google
"I travel from the Queens border all the way to Farmingdale to bring my son to this martial arts school, and it has been absolutely worth the trip. We spent many months searching for a school that truly understands how to work with children with autism and other special needs. From the moment we started here, the experience has been outstanding. My son's instructor has been incredibly patient and supportive, and we have seen tremendous progress in his confidence, focus, and coordination."
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"Tradition, Honor, and teaching those who seek to utilize a full heart as well as the warriors code. Master Jackowicz has created something that is truly beyond material value. As a 40-year-old who has been a practitioner of martial arts for almost 35 years, I can say with full confidence that Sifu/Sensei Jackowicz is an incredibly accomplished martial artist, teacher, and Mentor. He has immense care and reverence for what he teaches and his work with those who have special needs is truly remarkable and incredibly admirable."
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"I cannot recommend Classical Martial Arts of Long Island enough! Sensei Steve Jackowicz and his assistant are incredibly kind, patient, skilled, and nurturing, making it a perfect, safe space for children of all ages with or without special needs. They adapt their class lessons to fit individual needs, focusing on building confidence, motor skills, and discipline in a fun, positive way. It's a wonderful welcoming community that truly cares about every child's needs and success."
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"My son, who is 5 years old, started martial arts in October 2025, and our experience with Classical Martial Arts of Long Island has been wonderful. The instructors do a great job teaching a variety of forms and techniques in a way that is engaging for young children. I especially appreciate the opportunities they provide for students to participate in tournaments, which helps build confidence. I've seen a big improvement in my son's discipline, focus, and overall growth since he started."
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"Our experience at Classical Martial Arts of Long Island has been great since we enrolled our son. Everyone is kind, respectful, encouraging and fun. Sensei Steve is truly passionate about what he does and not only teaches karate, but also important life lessons into each class. We highly recommend this dojo to any parent looking for a positive environment for their kids."
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