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Masters Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Syosset, New York
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 mastersma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 516-496-9600
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–12 pm, 5:40–8:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–12 pm, 4–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:20 am–12 pm, 5:15–8:15 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–12 pm, 6–7 pm |
| Friday | 9:45 am–12 pm, 4:45–6:15 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Mike and his team are phenomenal - they help kids in building confidence while also making the entire process of learning a lot of fun.”
“He teaches the children discipline, concentration, self-defense and respect while making the classes highly energetic, dynamic and fun.”
“She just recently advanced to her yellow stripe belt and the happiness and proud feeling Gabriella achieved were so rewarding to herself and to us as well.”
Other martial arts here
“It has been such a wonderful experience that my daughter (6) has started her karate journey here too!”
“I have been bringing my son(8) to MMA for three years now.”
“He teaches the children discipline, concentration, self-defense and respect while making the classes highly energetic, dynamic and fun.”
What students say
“Master Mike is amazing with the kids and really knows how to keep their attention, especially little ones like my son who get distracted easily.”
“We are only a few weeks in, and my once shy 5 1/2 year old is confidently raising his hand to volunteer different forms he is learning.”
“We're so happy that we recently enrolled our daughter as well, and she loves going every week so much that she exudes excitement!”
“Under the teaching of Master Mike, our son has won three gold medals at various competitions.”
“Over 30 years ago my husband was a student of Master Mike and his father, Grandmaster Byung Moo Lee when their Martial Arts school was in Queens, NY.”
“Master Mike has wonderful staff and a clean facility.”
From the reviews
Master Mike runs such an excellent program at his Martial Arts Academy in Syosset. Our daughter Gabriella started this past Fall-2017 just as she was turning 5y/o. She absolutely loves it there! (As does her Mommy!). Master Mike combines discipline, athleticism, confidence, and most of all FUN into each session.
My kids have had a wonderful few months learning Taekwondo here! Master Mike is well-versed in teaching kids - he is patient, warm, friendly, and yet strict when necessary. It's a great blend that lends itself to my kids learning a strong skill set in his classes. I highly recommend him!
Over 30 years ago my husband was a student of Master Mike and his father, Grandmaster Byung Moo Lee when their Martial Arts school was in Queens, NY. It is difficult to convey in words the profound and positive impact Master Lee and Master Mike have had on my husband’s life.
Our son has been attending Masters Martial Arts for 3 years now. We can absolutely attribute the growth in our now 9 year old to Master Mike (and team). We originally tried soccer for 2 years in a row, and our son would be glued to our legs not wanting to even get on the field.
New to taekwondo? Start at Masters Martial Arts
Masters Martial Arts 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 Masters Martial Arts
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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