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International Martial Arts Center
5 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in New York, New York
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 5–15) — 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule imac-nyc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 212-242-5759
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter attended IAMC for 5 years while we were in NYC.”
“Under Grandmaster Hahn’s guidance, the adult classes have helped me improve my fitness, learn effective self-defense, and build discipline and confidence.”
“Under Grandmaster Hahn’s guidance, the adult classes have helped me improve my fitness, learn effective self-defense, and build discipline and confidence.”
Other martial arts here
“He is a wonderful person and has a intimate knowledge of Taekwondo and Hapkido, anyone that has ever had a interest in learning these styles will not be disappointed.”
“Under Grandmaster Hahn’s guidance, the adult classes have helped me improve my fitness, learn effective self-defense, and build discipline and confidence.”
What students say
“Master Hahn is exceptionally knowledgeable and knows exactly how to help & push each student.”
“I'll also mention that the school has a very welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of community, with both instructors and fellow students offering constant encouragement.”
“I'll also mention that the school has a very welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of community, with both instructors and fellow students offering constant encouragement.”
“Master Hahn and his team went beyond physical techniques; they instilled core values like discipline, respect, and perseverance in each student.”
“Under the guidance of Master Hahn and his team, she has not only learned the art of taekwondo but has also blossomed into a more self-confident individual.”
“Being a little older, I was somewhat terrified to start up a grueling sport but this school respects everyone’s pace while also setting standards one naturally wants to attain.”
From the reviews
Taking taekwondo classes at IMAC is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! All of the wonderful instructors are supportive, kind, and hardworking. The classes are always engaging, and I always leave feeling energized. The other students in the classes are also encouraging and great to work with.
Great place to learn Taekwondo. Really enjoying the experience in the dojang. Coming in as an adult beginner can be intimidating but the instructors are great and super professional. Grandmaster Hahn is an inspiring martial artist. The art feels even more complete with Hapkido mixed in.
I am a past student of IMAC with Grandmaster Hahn. I had a wonderful experience learning taekwondo and hapkido. The teachers are knowledgeable, supportive, and skillful. I also enjoyed learning with and from my classmates. Sadly, I had to leave the dojang because of the pandemic which led to moving out of state.
I have been attending classes at IMAC for about two years and I cannot recommend this school highly enough. Grandmaster Hahn lives up to the name and is eager to pass along his knowledge to his students. The other instructors are all very supportive and skilled as well.
New to taekwondo? Start at International Martial Arts Center
International Martial Arts Center 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.
Your first taekwondo class at International Martial Arts Center
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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