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Celebrities

  • Bill Beutel, ABC News: "If ever there was a man serious about the future of mankind, and particularly our children, that man is Sensei John."
  • Elliot Segal, WHTZ-100: "Sensei John at Harmony By Karate offers a great program for mind, soul and body."
  • Kathleen Turner, Actor: "I am feeling a renewal of confidence and harmony I have been missing for a long time.”
  • Luc Robitaille, NHL Hockey Player: "When I come to this Dojo there is an incredible feeling that goes through my heart that I can not describe."

Publications

  • New York Times: " My bursitis is gone. I’m 51 and I feel like I’m 25." Carlos R. Rivera (Hispanic Interpreter for Mayor Rudolf W. Giuliani).
  • Natural Health: "As my body becomes stronger, so does my mind and spirit." Laurie Berger
  • Reebok Sports Club/NY: "Reebok Sports Club/NY is pleased to offer a martial arts program that emphasizes not only physical training but meditation and the philosophies of traditional karate as well."
  • The Record (NJ): "John Mirrione Jr. has become a magnet for a wide variety of karate devotees who are attracted not only by Mirrione's teaching skills, but also by his insistence on integrating a message of personal and social harmony into each student's development."
  • Black Belt Magazine: "An unsurpassed message from for enabling human being to excel in all aspects of your lives. "
  • Frontline (Japanese Publication): "We found old Japan in US"
  • Kettlebell Concepts, David Ganulin (Blog) Having lived and studied martial arts in Japan for 5 years (and for many years prior to departing) I am extremely picky with whom I choose to recommend in this space. The martial arts "industry" in the states can be quite embarassing to those who wish to take it seriously. The "my guru & style can beat up your guru & style" is quite prevalent. Not to say that this doesn't exist in other countries, because it does. Politics are everywhere unfortunately.

    That said however, it's tough to find the "real deal" regardless of where you are. NYC is FULL of phenomenal artists and healers, but you really have to mine and dig a bit. Sensei John Mirrione is one of them.

Corporate

  • Anhel Collado-Schwarz (Chairman, Saatchi & Saatchi, Latin America): " Perserverence and focus... two key words in life, business and karate do. "
  • Paulette Rao, Executive and Organizational Coach (True North Resources): " Sensei John gently inspired and boldly challenged my mind, body, and spirit to grow. " http://www.truenorthresources.com
  • Brian Thomas, Corporate Membership Director (Reebok Sports Club/NY): " Thank you for the amazing team building workshop. Everyone came away so impacted by you, the class, and the overall experience."
  • Michael Bailkin, Chairman (Stadmaur Bailkin LLP): " Harmony by Karate is a path to enlightenment. At its everyday level it a force for performing at your personal best."
  • Peter Herzig (Crescendo Partners): " Sensei Mirrione creates a truly complete experience for students. The combination of philosophy, physical exertion, and technical preparation has offered me the most complete, exhilarating, and rewarding training I have ever practiced."
  • Phil Swain, Sr. VP (Sports Club Company): " You have clearly made a difference in our members' lives."
  • Mitchell Bathin, M.A. (National Services Director, Bally's Vertical Clubs): " Thanks to your love of the sport and persistence in your belief. I wish to personally thank you for a major contributor in starting martial arts at Bally's vertical clubs."
  • Mark Barry (M. Barry and Co.) - Harmony By Karate is informative, encouraging, stimulating and fun!
  • Matthew T. Bennett Founder/President (BTDT Enterprises/BTDT.com/Fatmatt.com)
    I have had the privilege of knowing Sensei John Mirrione as a business associate and friend for over a decade and will tell you that this is the guy you want nearby if you get pinned down in a foxhole. Sensei John truly embodies the best in the human spirit as a teacher, humanitarian, family man and leader. His determination, selflessness and strength of character serve as a benchmark to which we can all aspire. My only complaint about him is that he lives 3000 miles away!

Children

  • Michael Dorf (Father): "Harmony By Karate” taught our two daughters discipline, self-esteem, respect, and, oh yes, karate. Sensei John, Sensei Oscar, Sempei Joseph, and Sempei Leonard always knew just what to say to coax, cajole, or entice them into participating to the fullest. The atmosphere has just the right combination of seriousness and fun. If we were not moving out of the city, we would have enrolled them both through black belts and beyond. We doubt there is a program quite like Harmony By Karate anywhere.
  • Susan Bodnar, Ph.D. (Teacher's College of Columbia University): "Sensei John is brilliantly gifted at reaching the minds of people and helping them to translate raw energy into life-long skills."
  • Richard Miner: "The unique qualities of the program, as well as the intense personal concern of Sensei John for his students, proved to be a real source of strength for me during a very arduous time."
  • Leonard Stevenson: "The wonderful thing about learning karate is that you will be trained mentally and will also discover another side of yourself."
  • Debbie Wisch (Mom): " Sensei John is a kind, talented, and generous teacher and leader, and my son has benefited enormously from him."
  • Kerei Cafe (Japanese Publication): "Children learn strengths of Japanese culture such as tea ceremony, paper-folding (origami), and Japanese conversation."

Famous Masters

  • Leo Fong, Wei Kuen Do International: "Your emphasis on spirituality and internal training separate your program from ordinary schools whose primary focus is on combat."(our school is a member of Wei Kuen Do International (Read Leo Fong's newsletter article)
  • Gary Wasniewski, TYGA International: "Sensei John and his club show the true spirit and principles of martial arts in everyway! He and his club have great future! I have never seen a more organized club anywhere in the world!" (our school is a member of TYGA International) View video
  • Bill "Superfoot" Wallace, 6x world champion: " You have a great school and wonderful people."
  • Rick Lenchus "The Legend": " Sensei John Mirrione Jr. is a highly respected martial artist who teaches at Reebok. He is very smooth and low key with dramatic display of speed and strength." View picture.
  • Marcos Martinez UFC champion, "Great energy and beautiful philosophy. You won't find a school like this ever!" View video

Tea Ceremony Testimonials

  • Alisa Thorne: The Tea Ceremony is a joy for me. I am nourished and enriched by the discussion with my classmates and teachers. The insight and thoughtfulness of even our youngest students is dazzling. Sensei John's topic of "courage in relationships" was a profound introduction to a lifelong learning process.
  • Mark Barry, Harmony By Karate: "I absolutely loved the Tea Ceremony. As I try to become more self aware, it's great to surround myself with people who are on the same page. People who look at themselves more and the meaning and actions of the world around them. This type of environment actually makes it easier for me to continue my journey and to develop...
  • Barrie Switzen, Reebok Club Member: "The Tea Ceremony was amazing in that I came with an open mind and was richly rewarded..."

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