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October 2023 by Jenny Citrin
Tried out an adult tai chi class. I have never done martial arts before. Everyone was extremely nice and accommodating. The students and teacher had really lovely rapport like everyone was old friends. All around wonderful experience.
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August 2023 by Kin T.
This place is pretty awesome. Been doing Martial Arts since 1989 on and off; I wish I meet Narcyz (aka: Sifu) 20 years sooner. I highly recommend Athletic Balance.
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April 2023 by Leon Woo
I have been studying and teaching Martial Arts for the better part of 4 decades with teachers from around the world and with students of all abilities. From my own experiences, Narcyz Latecki has the knowledge and expertise as one of the best teachers I have had the good fortune to learn from. His blend of history, knowledge, skill and practical application is apparent and is what first attracted me to his school.At a more advanced level, Narcyz approaches Martial Arts as a true "art form" and is subject to individual interpretation and evolution over time. Mind-Body-Spirit always has been a way of life for me and he has enough teaching observational skill to adapt to my own abilities and understanding. This teaching skill obvious as brings out the best in his students as evidenced by his students wining championship titles in independent Kung Fu and Wushu competitions (as he has won when he competed).The Martial Arts community is tight knit and relatively small in this area. I find that his classes have brought together a collection of students that I have had direct and indirect connections with over my martial arts and business career. From this, the spirit and passion in class is palpable and enjoyable. I look forward to class every week.Today in class Narcyz humbly mentioned in passing that he was voted as one of the Top One Hundred Extraordinary Martial Artists of the World and Prominent Wushu Coach. In addition, he was appointed co-chairman of the International Wushu Sanshou Dao Association. Congratulations!As a final note, Narcyz has an open and less formal approach for his adult classes as opposed to the traditional dogmatic approach most martial arts schools exhibit (not to say tradition and dogma are not needed in children's classes!). When I met Narcyz 6 years ago, I asked him if I should address him as "Sifu" to which he replied, "No, Narcyz is fine..." From my own historically dogmatic training, I found it difficult for me not to show him more respect. He mentioned to me that in Chinese tradition, he would have to accept me as a student before I am allowed to address him as Sifu... With the utmost respect, Narcyz it is!
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April 2023 by Kathy Stevens
I have been a tai chi student at the school for about 20 years. Narcyz is a dedicated, patient and knowledgeable teacher who is passionate about martial arts.
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January 2021 by hitesh bhatt
Son has been going here for Kung-Fu for 9 years. Amazing instructor, teaches all ages appropriately, knowledgeable in many forms and weapons.
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January 2020 by Carol Jones
My children both studied under Narcyz and Eva from kindergarten until they left for college. The Lateckis’ dedication to their students is second to none. In addition to the skills taught, the self confidence, leadership and mentoring skills my children gained are truly amazing.
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January 2020 by John Lee
This is a rare gem - true, authentic Northern style kung fu. Narcyz Latecki has an encyclopedic knowledge of Chinese martial arts, and is generous in sharing what he knows in a humble manner.
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January 2020 by Daniela Caride
Wonderful teacher, positive energy, great group of students. Athletic Balance is such a great place to practice Yang and Chen styles of Tai chi, and I am sure Kung fu as well, even though I haven’t tried it yet. It is a happy place and a refuge to me.
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January 2020 by brian doherty
Athletic Balance Chinese Martial Arts is a school for true learning, whether your interests are Kung Fu, Tai Chi, self defense or weapons.Master Narcyz Latecki has devoted his life to continued learning and teaching martial arts. His students are encouraged to practice hard and compete in tournaments. Many of his students have competed around the country and abroad. I came from a Kung Fu school which was very close-minded in their teaching. He is very open minded to other martial art styles, we have many students with all kinds of training background. I still occasionally train with my long time Karate teacher, Narcyz encourages training no matter the style.I am proud to be a long time student and honored to call Narcyz my teacher.Brian DohertyThird degree black belt Kung Fu under Master Narcyz LateckiFirst degree black belt Karate under GM Nick Chamberland
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January 2020 by Lin Zhang
Both my kids have been studying martial arts with Narcyz for several years and they love his classes so much. They have learned a lot from their master Narcyz and always are eager to come to his classes. Narcyz has been such a wonderful master for not only teaching kids the techniques but also the spirits of the martial arts- hardworking, persistence, teamwork, respect and appreciation. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful martial art master nearby.
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January 2020 by Elizabeth Li
The studio space is big, there are a lot of cool weapons, and Mr. Latecki (master instructor) has a diligent attitude towards teaching martial arts. He loves to joke around but is serious with actually teaching the material. He is very knowledgeable in Chinese martial arts and studied under one of the best masters in China.He recognizes talent and is open to teaching anything that he knows. Martial arts, maintaining a good attitude, general life lessons, all while giving some interesting driving metaphors. Mr. Latecki has dedicated students from 5 to 50 years old (probably some even older).I came to learn some self-defense and Chinese martial arts, and I was not disappointed. There have been opportunities to perform, compete, and even participate in a martial arts movie. This is my favorite activity because I can not only build up physical strength, but also relax and have fun every class.P.S.: the weapons hanging from the walls are super cool
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January 2020 by Beth Pines
My 5 and 7 year-olds both love CMA! Master Latecki is wonderful with them - kind, patient, fun and a great teacher. My son is in the Young Tigers class now, and it's amazing to see how serious and motivated he is about it. He's an orange belt now, and determined to get his black belt someday. I highly recommend this school for anyone looking to get into martial arts
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January 2020 by Shauna Goulet
I attended CMA from the time I was 8 years old until I was 18 and left town to attend college. I absolutely loved my time at this school and highly recommend it! The Kung-Fu classes are fun and well rounded in their material, and provide excellent training. My time at this school also taught me core values and life lessons including respect, kindness, a drive to learn, strong work ethic, and the ability to set a goal and to strive for it. I miss attending these classes! I am very grateful for my time there.
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January 2019 by Ken S.
I have studied martial arts since I was eight years old. I knew of Chinese Martial Arts since 1998. When my son was old enough, I took him to the only person that I wanted teaching the martial way and that is Narcyz and Eva. I am particular. Narcyz is world class and he is in our backyard. His depth and the price he paid in effort and pain to learn his craft is rare. Martial arts teachers DO NOT come through the same systems as they did in the past. So many are tournament Cobra Kai heroes which focus on the sport aspect. When someone diminishes the human development aspect of a martial art and focuses on the external then they are teaching people to be dysfunctional. True martial artists help people evolve to be the best they can be. That is Chinese Martial Arts.
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January 2019 by Aaryan B
Amazing place and instructor. The other students are nice and in general the people are kind. Mr. Latecki is a great person to learn fun. I have been going there for almost 6 years. I still am having so much fun and learning many amazing things. Definitely a good recommendation to anyone wanting to do martial arts.
