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A Washington Heights martial arts space offering group classes and private lessons for children as well as adults. Students of every skill level can try it out with a free trial class.
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Open 7:00 AM–9:30 PM; see website schedule for kids classes
Free trial class; contact for rates
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Free trial class; contact for rates
Open 7:00 AM–9:30 PM; see website schedule for kids classes
534 W 178th St (downstairs), 10033, in Washington Heights, Manhattan.
Yes. Uptown Hive Martial Arts is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Uptown Hive Martial Arts: uptownhive.org, or call (347) 376-6152.
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