About Us
S.T.O.R.M Self-Defense System is a welcoming and high-energy training community dedicated to helping people feel confident, capable, and prepared. With locations in Bohemia and Bay Shore, our mission is to share the real-world self-defense knowledge and experience we’ve gained with anyone willing to learn. Whether you’re a first responder, veteran, server, salesperson, student, or completely new to martial arts, everyone is welcome here.
Who We Are at
S.T.O.R.M Self-Defense System
Our School
S.T.O.R.M Self-Defense System is a welcoming, energetic school committed to making everyone safe. Our mission is to pass down the self-defense knowledge and experience we’ve gained to anyone. It doesn’t matter if you’re a first responder, veteran, server, salesperson, or anything else—you can learn self-defense! We encourage anyone who wants to train to give it a try. You’ll gain a new sense of confidence while you build the foundation of your abilities. You’ll know what you’re learning isn’t a theory but tried and true and useful on the street! We teach with honesty and integrity, assuring you are prepared. Want the ability to protect yourself? Then come join us today!
Our History
Ever since our creation in 2020, the school has remained dedicated to providing Bohemia and Suffolk County with the best, most realistic self-defense training possible. Our instructors continuously adapt to the times, making sure students are prepared for all new threats. We rebranded to S.T.O.R.M. Self Defense to truly follow what we teach—Situation Awareness, Tactics and Training, Observation, Reaction, and Mitigation. All those skills are necessary to keep yourself safe.
Our system is based off of the {FAIRBAIRN SYSTEM} which consists of many different techniques and strategies specific to todays threats. As we continue to serve the community, we strive to help anyone who’s interested in self-defense and welcome them to our family!
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Meet the
S.T.O.R.M Self-Defense System Team
The team members at S.T.O.R.M. are incredibly dedicated to helping your self-defense abilities. They recognize it’s difficult to start, but also know you need to know how to defend yourself in this world. Throughout the years, many of them have had to defend themselves against attackers and know the techniques learned here can make all the difference. Take a look and meet the crew who could help you stay safe!
AJ Surian
Introducing AJ Surian, our esteemed Lead Instructor from Long Island, New York, and the first fully certified instructor in TrueKrav under Etienne Ferreira. With a career spanning over two decades in high-stakes law enforcement, personal protection, and tactical training, AJ brings unmatched real-world experience to every class he leads.
AJ is a retired NYPD detective whose distinguished service includes assignments in Patrol, Narcotics, Undercover Operations, and membership in the elite Emergency Service Unit (ESU)—New York City’s full-time SWAT and Technical Rescue team. Notably, ESU is the only tactical unit in the world assigned to U.S. Presidential security during the United Nations General Assembly. AJ has served on personal protection details for Presidents Clinton, Bush, and Obama, as well as numerous U.S. and foreign dignitaries.
Throughout his law enforcement career, AJ has conducted over 1,000 dynamic and stealth forced entries to apprehend felons and both foreign and domestic terrorists on American soil. His experience also includes undercover work in anti-gang and narcotics operations and high-level security for clients such as Goldman Sachs VIPs and Christie’s Auction House.
In addition to his law enforcement background, AJ has trained extensively with Tier 1 military operators, including U.S. Army Delta Force, Navy SEALs, Green Berets, and Israeli Special Forces. He is a certified NRA Firearms Instructor and holds multiple black belts in Krav-Maga, American Jujitsu, Japanese Jujutsu, Judo, and Kenpo.
Currently, AJ continues to serve his country through his work with the Department of Homeland Security. His lifelong dedication to self-defense, tactical excellence, and elite-level instruction makes him a cornerstone of our academy and a true authority in personal protection training.
Jimmy Insinga
Assistant Instructor
John Monaco
Assistant Instructor
Joe Pirrone
Assistant Instructor
Herb Bree
Assistant Instructor
You’re in Good Hands
with Us
In Bohemia and Bay Shore, we pride ourselves in providing students with the best self-defense training possible. We work to help students improve their fitness and self-defense in a welcoming, easy-going environment. Come join us today for a great experience on and off the mat!
Words from Our Community
There is not a better place to learn self-defense skills than at S.T.O.R.M Self-Defense System. We provide tried and tested self-defense training that has been used successfully in the real world. The skills you learn here will truly translate to real-life situations. This experience is perfect for self-defense, but that’s not all. You’ll train in a supportive culture that accepts everyone and roots for each other’s success! And don’t just listen to what we have to say. Take a look at what some of our students have said about how they’ve benefited from training with us!
“I drive over an hour to get here and I happily do it. If you’re thinking about joining, try the free trial and see for yourself. So happy I found this place.”
“You’ll be surrounded by students who are committed to learning and equally committed to supporting your growth every step of the way.”
“Great school with great instructors who show you step by step awesome self defense techniques and skills in real life – street situations.”
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Class Schedule!
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Bohemia
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Bay Shore
Hours
Monday: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Sunday: Closed
