Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo, Built On A Real Belt Journey.
New Leaf Martial Arts Academy trains kids and adults side by side under a head instructor with 30+ years across four martial arts — taught the way rank is actually earned: one class at a time.
Earned Rank. Real Instruction.
A Real Belt Journey
White to black, earned one class at a time — Fritz was promoted to BJJ black belt in August 2026, after 30+ years on the mat.
Four Arts, One Instructor
BJJ black belt, 2nd degree black belt in Judo, 3rd degree black belt in Kyokushin Karate, and a brown belt in Goshin Jujutsu — one head instructor, four martial arts deep.
Kids & Adults, One Mat
Programs built by age group from first steps through live rolling — beginners and competitors training side by side.
Try Before You Commit
No gi required, no experience required, no pressure. Your first class is free — just show up.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo
Every class combines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo — BJJ for control and escapes on the ground, Judo for staying on your feet, throws, and falling safely. Together, that’s real-world self-defense.
Teen & Adult Self-Defense BJJ & Judo
Practical self-defense for teens and everyday adults — BJJ on the ground, Judo on your feet. No experience, no ego, no competition pressure. Beginners always welcome.
Kids BJJ & Judo
Confidence, discipline, and respect — plus real anti-bullying skills: how to stay calm, set boundaries, escape a grab, and fall safely. No experience needed.
Founding Members
Join before we open and lock in a discounted rate for as long as you train with us. Your first class is free — Founding Member spots are limited.
On The Mat This Week
Classes start Monday, November 2, 2026. Every class covers both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo.
| Program | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids BJJ & Judo (7–14) | 4:00–5:00p | — | 4:00–5:00p | — | 4:00–5:00p | — |
| Teen (15+) & Adult BJJ & Judo | 6:00–7:00p | 6:00–7:00p | 6:00–7:00p | 6:00–7:00p | 6:00–7:00p | 1:00p |
Your first class is free — reserve your spot with “Try a Free Class” or call (516) 642-1924.
Fritz Michel Jr.
Fritz has spent more than three decades across four martial arts, and he still remembers what it felt like to be the newest white belt in the room. That's the perspective New Leaf is built on: rank is earned one class at a time, and a black belt is just a white belt who never stopped showing up.
New Leaf Martial Arts Academy exists to bring that same mat — kids and adults, beginners and competitors, side by side — to Huntington Station.
On The Mat
Training, testing, and the moments in between — from Fritz's own promotions to live rolling.
Your First Class Is Free.
No gi required. No experience required. No commitment. Just show up to 620 E Jericho Tpke, Huntington Station, and see what New Leaf is about.