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Champions Martial Arts Little Neck

5 ★★★★★ 222 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Douglaston, New York

Taekwondo school Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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 — 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule littleneckcma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 718-423-5425

Hours

Monday 2:30–8 pm
Tuesday 2:30–8 pm
Wednesday 2:30–8 pm
Thursday 2:30–8:30 pm
Friday 2:30–7:30 pm
Saturday 10 am–2:30 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 Little Neck, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 36 mentions

“He has a special gift for motivating kids while also instilling discipline, confidence, and respect—core values that go far beyond the mat.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“We are so impressed, that we joined the more intense black belt club and it’s been worth the extra time and money!”

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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 Little Neck — 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 222 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“We are so happy to be part of Taekwondo students with Master Kim and other great instructors!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“From the very first class, Master Chris’s energy, professionalism, and genuine care for each student stood out.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 12 mentions

“Champions Martial Arts has been an incredible experience for our family, and it’s all thanks to the exceptional leadership of Master Chris and his outstanding team of instructors.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My son needed to build his confidence and find his voice - he did find it thanks to coming to this TKD school.”

certified & recognized school 11 mentions

“Champions Martial Arts has been an incredible experience for our family, and it’s all thanks to the exceptional leadership of Master Chris and his outstanding team of instructors.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 26 mentions

“He has a special gift for motivating kids while also instilling discipline, confidence, and respect—core values that go far beyond the mat.”

From the reviews

What more can I say about how enriching of an experience that Champion’s Taekwondo have done for my kids? I, as a parent, have fully supported Champion’s Taekwondo’s curriculum and teachings from day one. Trust the process!!

★★★★★ — Mike, Jun 2024

Witnessing the positive transformation of my grandson, into a confident and respectful young man, has been quite the experience. Not only in his interactions with grownups but also with his peers. I look forward to seeing him continue his progress to black belt and beyond.

★★★★★ — Favio, Oct 2022

My son has been attending for over a year, and we couldn't be happier! Master Chris and all the instructors are incredibly friendly and great with kids. In addition to teaching essential taekwondo skills, they make the classes fun and engaging by incorporating games. My son enjoys coming here every week.

★★★★★ — Claire, Jun 2025

The mom fb groups were right! This is the best TKD school in our area. The Master and Instructors are kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable. We toured other TKD school and found that they didn’t have the true spark to work with kids.

★★★★★ — S., Apr 2026

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New to taekwondo? Start at Champions Martial Arts Little Neck

Champions Martial Arts Little Neck 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Champions Martial Arts Little Neck

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 Little Neck

56-10 Marathon Pkwy, Douglaston, NY11362

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