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Champions Martial Arts Merrick
5 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Merrick, New York
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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule merrickmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (516) 223-5425
Hours
| Monday | 2:30–7:40 PM |
| Tuesday | 2:30–7:40 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:30–7:40 PM |
| Thursday | 2:30–7:40 PM |
| Friday | 2:30–6:50 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been in Champions Merrick for about a year and a half (just turned 8) and his progress, both behaviorally and athletically has been wonderful.”
“Master Kang and his team are very talented people and do their best to teach others discipline, respect, self defense, and more!”
“Felicia never stopped classes—they continued with virtual/zoom classes and my son was able to even take a belt test and move to the next level.”
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“Master Kang and his team are very talented people and do their best to teach others discipline, respect, self defense, and more!”
What students say
“Master Kang is a great teacher, patient and knowledgeable with a warm demeanor while instilling and promoting discipline.”
“She is always excited to attend class and Master Kang is always welcoming with a smile.”
“I highly recommend Champion’s Taekwondo in Merrick for both the high level of skill but the kindness and sense community in the class that he fosters.”
“He skillfully and patiently teaches my 10 yr old son the forms, the life principles/ morals in a way that my son can absorb and build his confidence.”
“He skillfully and patiently teaches my 10 yr old son the forms, the life principles/ morals in a way that my son can absorb and build his confidence.”
“I have been training for competitions with him for almost 7 years now.”
From the reviews
Merrick champions Taekwondo offers Great motivation, for anyone interested in getting into shape, building focus and reaction time, learning a fun and challenging martial art, or learning about self defense.
Our years at the Taekwondo Institute have been incredibly rewarding for my son and daughter. The training here not only hones their physical abilities but also instills essential life skills like discipline and respect for elders.
We LOVE Master Kang at Merrick Champion’s Taekwondo! He skillfully and patiently teaches my 10 yr old son the forms, the life principles/ morals in a way that my son can absorb and build his confidence.
My son had started here in February 2020, and then COVID happened. I have to appreciate the Taewkendo Merrick location staff for their outstanding efforts during this time. Master Kim and Ms.
New to taekwondo? Start at Champions Martial Arts Merrick
Champions Martial Arts Merrick 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Champions Martial Arts Merrick
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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