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Blackman's Championship Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 442 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Part of Championship Martial Arts

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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.

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  • Phone +1 505-856-5616

Hours

Monday 11:30 am–8:15 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am–8:15 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am–8:15 pm
Thursday 11:30 am–8:15 pm
Friday 11:30 am–8:15 pm
Saturday 7:30 am–1:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Blackman's Championship Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 20 mentions

“The structure and goal-oriented approach really helps her stay motivated, and the instructors do an amazing job at encouraging and rewarding the kids for their hard work.”

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Teens

“They run around the house pretending to be the very professional high school kids that are their instructors, which is hilarious and adorable.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“She was even nominated for Black Belt Club in such a short time, which speaks volumes about the quality of instruction.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Blackman's Championship Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 442 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“In addition to providing excellent instruction in the martial arts, Blackman’s also provides a safe community space that encourages personal growth and respect for others”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“However, After signing him up and going to his first class, I had a strong urge to do it myself and sign the rest of the family up.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 21 mentions

“However, After signing him up and going to his first class, I had a strong urge to do it myself and sign the rest of the family up.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“Preston coached his yellow belts through Form 1 for an entire class, offering 1:1 help and encouragement as they face a new challenge.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“Blackman's has been such a great experience for my daughter. She loves coming to class and learning new things!”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“All four of us are training together because they made it affordable and accessible.”

From the reviews

We can’t say enough good things about Blackman’s Championship Martial Arts. The staff and instructors work incredibly well with the kids. They encourage respect, discipline, focus, and strong behavior while still making classes fun and engaging.

★★★★★ — Michael, Feb 2026

My wife and I enrolled our 11-year-old daughter around 6 months ago and all three of us agree this is the best martial arts school in Albuquerque. I recently read a negative review recently and can honestly say that it is farthest from the truth. The owners and their staff are the most professional in the business.

★★★★★ — Jimmy, Nov 2025

We originally signed up my son who had been asking about doing martial arts for a few years. However, After signing him up and going to his first class, I had a strong urge to do it myself and sign the rest of the family up. So here we are a year later, and we absolutely love our experience at Blackman’s.

★★★★★ — David, Jan 2026

If you’re looking for a martial arts instructor who truly embodies excellence, passion, and genuine care, look no further than JohnMark. From the moment you walk into Blackman's Championship Martial Arts, it’s clear that he is deeply committed not only to teaching martial arts, but to building a strong, supportive…

★★★★★ — Mike, Dec 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at Blackman's Championship Martial Arts

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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Blackman's Championship Martial Arts

5812 Signal Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM87113

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