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Kukdae Taekwondo
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in New York, 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
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kukdaetkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 646-678-4759
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has thrived within the program for the last two years and I’ve seen his confidence, discipline, and sense of self-respect grow by leaps and bounds.”
“My teen started classes with Master An many years ago, and I just re-started training after a 30+ year break and am really enjoying it.”
“I cannot believe the change in my daughter’s poomsae forms since she has started there.”
“My kids are second-degree black belts, and I'm currently a blue stripe, and we've found Master An's studio to be an exceptional place for martial arts training.”
What students say
“Master An is an excellent instructor, eliciting focus, strength, precision and confidence from his students.”
“Kukdae Taekwondo is an incredible place for beginners and advanced athletes alike, teaching amazing discipline and form.”
“They cherish going to Kukdae, being a part of the community, being challenged all while mastering the various levels and having a lot of fun along the way.”
“Kukdae Taekwondo is an incredible place for beginners and advanced athletes alike, teaching amazing discipline and form.”
“He has a great way with his students, especially the younger ones who laugh a lot during their lesson, which is a great way to get them engaged and wanting to come back.”
“My son has thrived within the program for the last two years and I’ve seen his confidence, discipline, and sense of self-respect grow by leaps and bounds.”
From the reviews
Kukdae TKD practices international-level quality taekwondo. Many other studios can provide a good workout and fun, but I wanted to focus on really learning taekwondo for myself and my kids, versus just a work out.
My experience at Kukdae Taekwondo has been nothing short of remarkable. I joined as a novice three years ago and have been continuously impressed by the nurturing environment and dedicated instructors.
Kukdae Taekwondo is absolutely top-notch! I've been training here for a while now, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. Master An's dedication to teaching authentic taekwondo is truly impressive. The level of professionalism and expertise here is exceptional.
The atmosphere at Kukdae is both welcoming and motivating. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a complete beginner, you'll feel right at home here. The emphasis on discipline, respect, and continuous improvement is something that sets this studio apart.
New to taekwondo? Start at Kukdae Taekwondo
Kukdae Taekwondo 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 Kukdae Taekwondo
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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