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Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn

4.9 ★★★★★ 296 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Brooklyn, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–19) — 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule elitemartialartsbk.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (718) 344-4886

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 4–8 PM
Wednesday 4–8 PM
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday 4–8 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM–5 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 Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 28 mentions

“It’s a great way for the kids to burn off some energy, they learn to listen to and follow instructions, and they learn about sportsmanship and discipline.”

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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 Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 2 mentions

“This karate class is amazing and has truly helped my toddler develop discipline.”

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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 296 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“From day one, they created a warm and welcoming environment that made him feel safe and excited to return every week.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 20 mentions

“My son has gained confidence and discipline, he is very happy for being part of Elite martial arts of Brooklyn family, and he loves all the classes.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“The academy clearly goes beyond martial arts techniques, they invest in building character, respect, and leadership in their students.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My son has gained confidence and discipline, he is very happy for being part of Elite martial arts of Brooklyn family, and he loves all the classes.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 23 mentions

“It’s a great way for the kids to burn off some energy, they learn to listen to and follow instructions, and they learn about sportsmanship and discipline.”

From the reviews

We love Elite Martial Arts! This is a family run business that truly loves all of their students. the facilities are always clean, the staff is friendly and the payment process is seamless.

★★★★★ — Wakemia, Apr 2023

My four year old son is currently enrolled in their Tiny Elite program and I’m so looking forward to him growing here! It’s a great way for the kids to burn off some energy, they learn to listen to and follow instructions, and they learn about sportsmanship and discipline.

★★★★★ — Naomi, Nov 2025

I recently signed my son up for the Tiny Elites program at Elite Martial Arts, and we've had a amazing experience thus far! The instructors are not only professional and well-organized, but they also genuinely strive to build real connections with my son.

★★★★★ — Carmen, Oct 2025

GM Radiant and his wife are great teachers of the Martial Art. Both are passionate & diligently working with the youth. The Dojang is very welcoming, clean and inspiring. This is a great place to learn and grow.

★★★★★ — Santos, Jan 2026

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New to taekwondo? Start at Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn

Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn 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 Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn

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 Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn

1690 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY11213

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