Reid’s Martial Arts has been family owned and operated since 1965.

Founder of Reids Martial Arts:

The late Grandmaster Larry Reid began his martial arts training in 1960. Grandmaster Reid held the rank of 10^th degree black belt in the art of Kenpo and has been responsible for the training of thousands of men and women in the art of self-defense.  He was a former hand-to-hand combat instructor for the U.S. army and had trained many law enforcement agency officers ranging from the Royal Canadian Mounted police to California prison guards.

Grandmaster Reid was also elected Chairman of the New York Citizens Committee on rape prevention, in which he was instrumental in pioneering several rape prevention programs for various New York school agencies.

Senior Instructor Linda Reid:

Linda Reid began her martial arts training in 1965 and is currently a master level black belt in martial arts. Mrs. Reid is the founder of “Never A Victim” which is a non-profit self defense and awareness program. Over the years, she has taught thousands of students how to defend themselves. She has also conducted seminars and workshops for many organizations from law firms to government agencies.

Mrs. Reid is one of the most vibrant and energetic person you will ever meet. She is a fantastic role model, and an exceptional instructor. She has an incredible ability to easily connect with and convey her knowledge to students.

Chief Instructor Daren Reid:

Daren Reid began his training at the early age of five under the tutelage of his father Grandmaster Larry Reid and his mother Linda Reid. Grandmaster Reid said, “Daren took to the Martial Arts like a fish to water.”

Daren has achieved a 5^th degree Black Belt in the art of Kenpo Karate,  1st degree Black Belt in Taekwondo,  2^nd degree Black Belt in Modern Arnis. To date Mr. Reid has won several martial arts tournaments in both freestyle and kata divisions. He was also featured on KOVR 13 for his expertise in Modern Arnis. Daren is currently the Chief Instructor and manager of Reid’s martial Arts.

Head Instructor Samuel Garrett:

Samuel Garrett is a phenomenal instructor and role model. Mr. Garrett has been studying martial arts for well over 15 years. Mr. Garrett knew he wanted to be a Black Belt after taking his first Martial Arts class instructed by Grandmaster Reid. Now, Mr. Garrett is a top Kenpo martial artist. He holds a 3^rd degree Black Belt in the art of Kenpo and as well as being Head Instructor he is also a certified instructor in Modern Arnis and weapons for Reid’s Martial Arts.

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