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CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R

4.9 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Brooklyn, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Sparring Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • 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 ·
  • Phone (929) 313-0959

Hours

Monday 2:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 2:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 2:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 2:30–8:30 PM
Friday 2:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 9:30 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 CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 41 mentions

“My son (4 years old) has been going for a year and every time he can't wait for the next lesson, all thanks to the skill of the masters, they find an approach to each child!”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“My son has been a Little Tiger at Champions Ave R for over a year - bi weekly training classes, summer camp and a daily afterschool program.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve fitness, or master self-defense techniques, Demirkan and his team provide top-notch training that is both challenging and fun.”

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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 CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve fitness, or master self-defense techniques, Demirkan and his team provide top-notch training that is both challenging and fun.”

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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 79 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“I can confidently say that Hakan Hoca is one of the best masters in the region, not in terms of childcare, of course, but in terms of being a master.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“The atmosphere is always warm and welcoming, not just for the children but for the parents as well.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 18 mentions

“With friendly instructor who have professional experience and world titles, this dojang is the perfect way to learn discipline, integrity, social skills, and of course, taekwondo.”

📘 strong forms & technique 3 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve fitness, or master self-defense techniques, Demirkan and his team provide top-notch training that is both challenging and fun.”

🧒 strong kids program 9 mentions

“I brought my son to tae kwon do to help him with respect and discipline - but what Master and ma’am provide far exceeds that!”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“With friendly instructor who have professional experience and world titles, this dojang is the perfect way to learn discipline, integrity, social skills, and of course, taekwondo.”

From the reviews

My son has been a Little Tiger at Champions Ave R for over a year - bi weekly training classes, summer camp and a daily afterschool program. We love Master Hakan, his wife and Master Demirkan and are so proud to be part of this martial arts family.

★★★★★ — Sheri, Mar 2025

My daughter has been training at Champions Martial Arts Avenue R, and I couldn’t be happier with the care, professionalism, and safety they provide. The instructors always put the well-being of every child first, creating a positive and supportive environment for both students and families.

★★★★★ — Tatiana, Jun 2025

Under Master Hakan's guidance, my children have been training in taekwondo for about 7 years. The younger one was 4 years old and the older one was 6 when they started. Now, they are 11 and 13 years old. When we first met Hakan Hoca, we had no prior experience with martial arts, especially taekwondo.

★★★★★ — Serkan, Jun 2024

Champions Martial Arts is an absolutely fantastic place to train! From the moment you walk in, you can feel the positive and welcoming atmosphere. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and provides a great environment for both beginners and experienced martial artists.

★★★★★ — Jason, Mar 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R

CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R 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: (929) 313-0959

Your first taekwondo class at CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R

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 CHAMPIONS MARTIAL ARTS AVENUE R

2914 Avenue R, Brooklyn, NY11234

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