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Welcome To Malandra's Martial Arts Center
Malandra's Martial Arts Center is a community-oriented martial arts school, located in the heart of Suffern at 14A Lafayette Avenue. This 2007 we commemorate and celebrate our 21st year in business as one of the top martial arts training facilities in Rockland County. Our mission is not only in teaching the arts, but also in helping everyday people in improving their lives and staying in shape. It's not as difficult as you might think to get started - see our Frequently Asked Questions. Call us anytime at 845-368-0995 to view or attend a free class and personal tour of our Dojo.

 

Journal News Feature: A Day In The Life

Article Title: "Fighting To Build Confidence"

Fighting To Build Confidence, The Journal News ArticleKari Neering
The Journal News, August 20, 2002

Eleven barefoot children dressed in white from head to toe line up at the mat by command of their teacher, whom they refer to as sensei.

It's 4:50 p.m. at Malandra's Martial Arts Center, and owner Mike Malandra is leading a series of exercises that teach his young students how to punch, kick and deliver the moves with grace and confidence.

The room is large and airy, with walls painted yellow and mirrors that are twice the height of the class's average student. Several frames with phrases such as "Quitting Is Not An Option In Our School" hang on the main wall, opposite a group of kicking bags. Read the full article

Testimonials
“Thank you again Sensei Mike…Your 15 years of unconditional support has enabled the Suffern D.A.R.E. Program to make a real difference in the lives of young people in our community. You are truly one of our greatest weapons in the war against drugs and violence!” Clarke Osborn, Suffern Chief of Police, 6/28/07

"We want to remind you how grateful we are for your part in developing Joseph into the strong, honorable young man he is today...We’re sure you have and will continue to mold your students into self-assured adults, and that is an accomplishment you should always be proud of.” Pat and Deena Petrino

“I wanted to take this opportunity to express my deep appreciation to you for also being a part of my boy’s lives. Both Kyle and Gregory are growing into fine young men and the work you do at your school has been a great help and inspiration. For this I will be eternally grateful. Thank you again and God bless you.” Reese May, 3/05/07

“It is so clear how passionate you are about inspiring your students to be the best that they can be and as a fellow teacher, I so admire that! Your students are lucky to have you as their Sensei.” Lori Esposito, Cherry Lane School, 4/20/07

“Cub Scout Pack 26 of Sloatsburg, NY would like to thank you for an outstanding lesson in the martial arts. We have received many compliments from both parents and children on how impressed they were with the lesson. It was an extremely successful meeting and really held the boys attention.” George Sorice, Den 4 Leader Pack 26, 6/04/07

“I really thought the REACT program was great…We will be demonstrating to our employees that we are concerned about their well-being and providing them with invaluable tools to help keep them safe.” Kimberly Campbell, Orange and Rockland Utilities, 1/22/07

“Michael, Mike and Eric were brilliant with the group and surpassed everyone’s expectations of the afternoon. So many people mentioned just how much they have learned and left feeling empowered, confident and happy. I hope to work with REACT in the future at other locations with our company and hopefully the next level for this course.” Frances Donegan-Ryan, Cadbury Schweppes 6/14/07

 

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