East Coast Training Systems
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At ECTS our students are our extended family! We are thankful for each and every student that walks through our doors, and look forward to guiding them along their journey in the Martial Arts. Everyone, adult or parent, has a reason for coming to our studio. Our goal is to help you or your child succeed in reaching that goal!

Our Escape Alive Survival Skills program has helped thousands of women to be better prepared for the unthinkable! In partnership with Jane Doe No More, Escape Alive is the leading self defense program in Connecticut! Friday night is "Ladies Night" at East Coast Training Systems! Fitness workout, how and where to strike for self defense, and a new technique/scenario every week!
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At East Coast Training Systems our main style is American-Filipino Kun Tao. We are the only studio of our kind in the Greater Waterbury area. American-Filipino Kun Tao is a unique blend of techniques and concepts ranging from striking to throwing to ground fighting to the use of weapons. The main focus of American-Filipino Kun Tao is self defense, but we also train in aspects of competition.
At East Coast Training Systems our philosophy on fitness is not just about building muscles. We believe in overall physical and mental health. Having an outlet of physical activity can help achieve both these goals. We offer ladies' only classes, fitness classes for children and adults, one on one personal fitness training and small group sessions by appointment.
Every individual has the right to live without fear. And the right to defend themselves, or those in their charge, if need be. From awareness to avoidance to physical self defense, giving you the tools to stay safe and keep your family safe has always been a top priority of East Coast Training Systems.
East Coast Training Systems has helped to transform many lives and has trained World Champions. There are many common character traits in leaders, no matter what area of life. We pride ourselves in helping to instill these traits in our children and young adults, the very individuals who will be our future.
At East Coast Training Systems of Waterbury we pride ourselves in making a connection with our students and clients, and delivering what we promise to the best of our ability. We strive to give each interaction 110% and know that our future depends on the experiences of our current and past clients.
Reviews (4)
Angeline F.
Angeline F.
Feb 02, 2022
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I cannot say enough good things about this place. The owners treat everyone like part of the family and you can tell they are truly invested in the children. I highly recommend them.
Daniel Padin
Daniel Padin
Jun 06, 2018
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I'm a proud instructor of East Coast Training Systems. As an instructor there's no better feeling then to pass on your knowledge along with the traditions and values to your students to help them grow as a person. At East Coast Training Systems your children will get real life self defense training that can save them from potential harm. Our instructors are patient and understand that not all students have the same abilities but we will definitely find what works better for them in order to excel. It's a safe and family environment.
Karin Signor
Karin Signor
Dec 24, 2014
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It started with a 4 hour course for self-defense (Jane Doe No More). Learned a lot of information and realized, more training would teach me how to be less of a target and more prepared.
Got a 2 month gift card for Christmas and have been taking classes since. I have moved up from belt to belt and currently hold a White Belt Clack Stripe.
Master Serrano is encourageing and supportive of how a person trains. He will encourage you but understands physical limitations and gives a moderation of a technique so you can stil learn.
You get a strong warm up and then learn and perfect techniques that
Kayh Ribeiro
Kayh Ribeiro
Dec 20, 2014
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I've taken ECTS self-defense classes, karate classes, & fitness classes. Clean new facility and a skillful group of teachers. They offer kids classes and have tons of events for children.