Sweet Pete’s Martial Arts Academy

Sweet Pete’s is truely sweet. He is always smiling and not one of those instructors with that mean, intimidating aggression, where you are worried about making a mistake. I have personally spoken to him and he is ok with his students forgetting a form, or technique and realizes that his students have lives, events, and stuff outside martial arts or Karate. This is great because he won’t mock you or put you down or even make you feel disappointed if you forgot a technique. I say this because I have been training martial arts for 21 years and trained under 10 or so martial arts schools or studios and there are many instructors that do come down on you for forgetting. Put it simply Professor Pete provides a lot of positive reinforcement and does not intimidate. Intimation is not a big thing but if you are new, or even at the intermediate level or if for your kids trying the martial art it may be a bit hesitant on your confidence. Sweet Pete is sweet but he also does enforce disipline and is strict when needed.
Btw, Professor Pete teaches all the weekday classes, and usually but not always has another black belt instructor teach the Saturday classes. He has been instructing for I believe closer to 30 years. Unlike some other schools that will have less experienced black or even brown belts teach the classes almost daily. Professor Pete is a 9^th Degree Black Belt, and teaches mainly Kenpo, but has experience boxing, Escrima (stick fighting), Judo and Jiujitsu which her incorporates in his classes as well.
Prices, his prices are very reasonable, and a lot cheaper than some martial arts schools. And he offers family or second sibling discounts. As with pretty much other schools, rates includes 3 or more classes per week depending on your level and age.
For kids Professor Pete teaches with a lot of positive reinforcement, and drills to keep them entertained at the same time teaching them martial arts skills, values, and discipline, as I have my two kids enrolled at Sweet Pete’s.
As an adult training, Sweet Pete will challenge your abilities.

Sweet Petes Martial Arts Academy is amazing!!!
I started training with professor Pete since I was 12. I still go I love his kickboxing classes A big shout out to Virgil and Melissa you inspire me and keep me motivated I highly recommend the cardio classes!!!

I feel very honored to be one of Professor Pete’s students. I’ve been training at Sweet Pete’s for about 13 years, and I am proud to still be coming here. I believe that Professor Pete is a one-​of-​a-​kind karate instructor where I believe he shows details on a wide-​variety of things that I don’t think you’ll find in any other karate studio.
No matter what the modifications on the class and/​or my personal schedule, I try to do what I can to keep coming here, even when I’m feeling tired. It’s definitely a place I like to go where I walk in feeling content and a bit worned out for the day, and I walk out feeling slightly refreshed and ready to do anything else for another few hours.
Overall, I believe this is the one place where I recommend everyone to come if they are interested in becoming a student in whatever karate studio they find. If you want to find a place where you can find reliable self-​defense skills, this is the place. If you want to find a place where you are seeking honor into accomplishing a black belt, this is the place. If you want to find a place where you simply want to come to where you would like to value it much more than a hobby, this is the place.

Sweet Pete’s Martial Arts Academy is the best place to learn the art of Chinese kenpo and other methods of self defense. My children started their journey with Professor Pete, and his skilled and knowledgeable instructors when they were 4 and 8 years old. They are now both blackbelts, and they still attend his studio at 20 and 25 years old. He teaches them respect for elders and others, self defense methods, and the art of Chinese Kenpo. They used to be shy children, but are now self-​confident and know how to defend and protect themselves and others. I thank Professor Pete, Alex, Brian, Ahmad, and the studio for giving my kids the tools they needed to become successful adults, which makes me a very proud Mother!

This is a place that is like no other martial arts studio. Pete is experienced not only in martial arts but more importantly the philosophy behind it. He encourages each child to tap into their inner strength while stressing the importance of being a role model for other kids. My daughter was shy and quiet but when she goes to class her spirit shines and she LOVES her classmates because they are so respectful and caring. They also know how to be brave and strong at right moments! They stick up for each other and it really is a family oriented studio. No one is left out or mistreated. The kids have words of the week like «responsibility» and «focus» for them to keep in mind in their daily activities. I truly believe this is a places that shapes a positive future for kids.

Sweet Pete’s Martial Arts Academy is incredible!
Professor Pete’s approach to teaching is one of a kind! You will not find another instructor like him. The close relationships he builds with his students, the family friendly atmosphere he creates and the passion he has towards teaching is something that you will not find anywhere else.
I started training under Professor Pete when i was 10. 15 years later, I still find myself making every effort I can to come and train. He and his instructors strive to make each student the best they can be. Not only to become a better martial artist, but to be better as a person.
Come see for yourself! You will not be disappointed.

This place is great! I have trained off and on for over twenty years and I’m still learning new skills. Professor Pete is a fantastic instructor. The patience he has with everyone especially the younger children who’s attention span is very short. Besides learning self defense the kids learn self control and e everyday life.

Sweet Pete’s Martial Arts Academy is the place to be for martial arts. I’ve been training under Professor Pete for almost 13 years and till this day I’m still learning. The family atmosphere, the training, the fun, and the push he gives you to be better as an artist but also as a person. Come check out the school. You won’t be disappointed.

We love Sweet Pete’s Martial Arts Academy! My husband and I were very impressed with Pete’s approach with his students, particularly the younger children (and their short attention spans), which makes learning martial arts a fun and educational experience for them at a young age. Sweet Pete’s came highly recommended by friends and family. After all they’ve been around for almost 30 years — that says a lot! If you’re looking for a martial arts academy for your child, this is the place!

I’ve been training here for nearly 3 years (which isn’t long at all compared to others), but each time I come in for class I always learn something new. The head instructor, Professor Pete Salas is patient and helps you out without issue.
The school is known mainly for sparring and street fighting defense but it is still a traditional Kenpo school. We still do forms and self-​defense techniques like other schools out there. There are also other classes like cardio kickboxing and zumba.
There’s nothing really to say, you just have to come down yourself and see. Every time I walk in, it’s like being surrounded by a second family. Everyone is nice and willing to help you out with whatever questions you have.

I don’t know why I am the first one writing a review but this is the best martial arts place I have ever been. Pete Salas AKA «Sweet» Pete is a great teacher he will push you if you can handle it and wants to see all of his students improve. Great place for kids or adults to learn about self defense or sport sparring. Couldn’t be in safer hands for concerned parents, great place to have a good time with welcoming arms from everyone. Bryan Edmond, and all the other instructors are awesome people and all deserve the best.
— Terrible Tom
P.S.
I heard this place was moved to 234 3^rd ave.