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American Martial Arts Institute
5 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in New Hartford, New York
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–40) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Women's classes dedicated women's taekwondo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule amai-eaglestyle.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 315-768-1859
Hours
| Monday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Grandmaster Crandall, Headmaster Stalloch and all of the senseis work diligently to teach the many exciting and intriguing martial arts lessons that my son has learned so far.”
“Additionally, they offer seminar programs from time to time such as a Women's Self Defense - I love this program!”
“They have benefited greatly by the program not only in matters of self defense, but also in matters of self awareness.”
Other martial arts here
“It is here where you will learn more than just one style; Karate, TaeKwonDo, Kung Fu and more.”
“They have benefited greatly by the program not only in matters of self defense, but also in matters of self awareness.”
What students say
“One thing as a parent that I liked is that the certified black belt instructors never touch the students.”
“I also see them meet each student exactly where they are, whether they are the highest level black belt or beginner with no experience.”
“The instructors at this school have become my family, and the lessons I’ve learned here over the last 18 years have helped me develop personally and professionally.”
“The instructors have a real gift for teaching, helping students not only master martial arts techniques but also build confidence and discipline.”
“American Martial Arts has been an incredible experience for my kids. They absolutely love the classes and are always eager to go back.”
“In addition to training, one learns about the culture of the martial arts and the international traditions that shape this style.”
From the reviews
I was 10 when I started training at this school. The instructors at this school have become my family, and the lessons I’ve learned here over the last 18 years have helped me develop personally and professionally. I find many of the ethics learned have helped me advance through my career.
I started my marital arts journey with AMAI at age 47. I have gone through many changes since then. The school has taught me much about myself in the past few years. How much I will push myself. How fast I will tap out. How hard I will work for my goal.
My daughter, Marlena Vennette, started attending American Martial Arts Institute at the age of 9 and she is now 13. She tends to be on the very quiet side and the growth in 4 years time has been amazing.
As I think back in time (11 years) when we brought my grandson to the American Martial Arts School. I was very impressed with how they helped him in his life and it took me a few years to join ( I joined both empty hand and cane) and it's the best decision I ever made.
New to taekwondo? Start at American Martial Arts Institute
American Martial Arts Institute comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at American Martial Arts Institute
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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