About
East Coast Black Belt Academy (The Budokan) in Middle Island, NY, is a premier martial arts school founded in 1990 by head instructor Sensei Jerry Figgiani, offering high-quality karate, Judo, Japanese Sword techniques, and programs like Little Karate Masters for students aged 5 and up, including adults and those with special needs. With over 30 years of experience, the academy emphasizes character development, moral integrity, anti-bullying skills, discipline, and the "Black Belt Mentality" in a supportive, family-like, ego-free environment where beginners thrive at their own pace. Boasting a perfect 5/5 Google rating from 125 reviews, it stands out for patient, compassionate instructors who foster confidence, self-control, and lifelong growth both on and off the mat.