MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

A DEDICATED MARTIAL ARTIST AND MENTOR.

Garth Perkins is a lifelong martial arts practitioner with over 30 years of experience. He holds rank in Tang Soo Do (3rd Dan) and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (brown belt). Garth also has extensive experience in both Kickboxing and Sport Karate.

His dedication as a student is only matched by his love for teaching. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Garth has taught thousands of students - helping them reach their goals, overcome adversity, and become the very best versions of themselves.

With over 15 years in business, Garth Perkins Academy has gained a reputation of providing quality martial arts instruction in the Hudson Valley. The academy is known for having a family friendly environment with a positive atmosphere that promotes growth and connection.

INTEGRITY FROM THE TOP DOWN

CHARACTER

Safety is our priority. Garth Perkins Academy is New York’s first fully accredited martial arts facility under Academy Safe. View our credentials HERE.

COMMITMENT

With over 15 years serving the community, we have always incorporated honest and fair business practices. No contracts. No hidden fees. No sales pitch.

COMPETENCE

We pride ourselves on having high standards with our martial arts programs. Class sizes are limited to ensure quality martial arts instruction. Rank at our academy must be earned.

WHAT WE TEACH

TANG SOO DO

Tang Soo Do (당수도), translating to “the way of the empty hand”, is a traditional Korean martial art.

Our academy blends Tang Soo Do with sport karate and kickboxing techniques, creating a good balance of both traditional and modern approaches.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU

Jiu Jitsu (柔術), translating to “the gentle art”, is a grappling-based art that teaches how to use angles, body positioning, and leverage to defeat a bigger, stronger opponent.

We are a Roy Dean affiliated academy, combining traditional customs and modern techniques. Respecting the old while creating the new.