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Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue

4.9 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Brooklyn, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — 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
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  • Phone (877) 773-5425

Hours

Monday 2–8:30 PM
Tuesday 2–8:30 PM
Wednesday 2–8:30 PM
Thursday 2–8:30 PM
Friday 2–8:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–2 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM–2 PM

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 Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 31 mentions

“KUTAI is fantastic with him while my son deals with some anxiety of being in a large group setting.”

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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 Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“Great Life fit kickboxing classes for all the moms and dads!”

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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 140 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“Master Joe, Master Yusef and staff are the best!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 9 mentions

“"They are strict but with a smile" Both my girls just joined the Tae Kwon Do family bay parkway location and they couldn't be any happier!”

📘 strong forms & technique 7 mentions

“My 8-year-old has learned a lot of Taekwondo techniques that have helped him feel more confident and capable of protecting himself at school.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Master Kutay and the other instructors here are extremely talented and great with kids.”

certified & recognized school 19 mentions

“Master Kutay and the other instructors here are extremely talented and great with kids.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 16 mentions

“They take pride in not only teaching the techniques of Taekwondo, but in shaping strong, confident, and respectful young people.”

From the reviews

My son has been learning Tae Kwon Do, and it has been a wonderful experience for him. He has become more active, focused, and confident since he started. He enjoys learning new moves like kicks and punches, and he’s very proud each time he earns a new belt.

★★★★★ — Alb, May 2025

This Tae Kwon Do is among the best, if not the greatest. Master Yusuf is an amazing master. I've been in this Tae Kwon Do for about 7 years. I was there as a student and I am there as a staff member. Children of all ages, teenagers, and adults have fun here. We meet new friends.

★★★★★ — Darren, Jul 2017

Master Yusuf and his staff are beyond amazing. They take pride in not only teaching the techniques of Taekwondo, but in shaping strong, confident, and respectful young people. From day one, it was clear that this is more than just a martial arts school — it’s a place where character is built.

★★★★★ — Jia, Feb 2026

My son has been going since 5 years old, absolutely the best place for kids of all ages. Great discipline, confidence, focusing & strength, both physical and mental. Master Joe, Master Yusef and staff are the best!! Not only do they teach with patience and clarity, they also care about your child.

★★★★★ — Tracy, Apr 2016

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New to taekwondo? Start at Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue

Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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.

Call about beginner classes: (877) 773-5425

Your first taekwondo class at Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue

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 Champion's Martial Arts 18th Avenue

7421 18th Ave, Brooklyn, NY11204

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