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Peak Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 126 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Cicero, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–12) — 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
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  • Website & schedule peakmartialartscny.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 315-288-5325

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 8 am–3 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 Peak Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 35 mentions

“Peak Martial Arts makes every kid that walks into the Dojo feel special and important and genuinely happy to see them.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“At one point, my son thought of dropping out and he pulled him aside for a one on one.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Discipline, self defense and most of all being part of a team.”

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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 Peak Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 5 mentions

“The class sizes are small, the instructors personable, and there is focus on the karate skills being done correctly but in a fun and engaging manner.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Discipline, self defense and most of all being part of a team.”

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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 126 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 8 mentions

“Unlike many other dojos in the area, this one does not bring you in and suck you dry- the owner is frequently getting involved and giving back to the community as well.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“I also had the pleasure to watch the older kids perform which was a fantastic show of technique, confidence and skill.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 12 mentions

“The class sizes are small, the instructors personable, and there is focus on the karate skills being done correctly but in a fun and engaging manner.”

From the reviews

I have had the pleasure to attend a few belt advancement ceremonies for my 5 year old grand daughter's martial arts class at Peak Martial Arts. On all occasions, the children were enthusiastic, completely committed and having a blast.

★★★★★ — Mary, Jun 2026

10/10 would recommend this specific dojo to everyone - I’ve been sending my kids here for a good while and the transformation I’ve seen in their confidence is so exciting to witness as their mom.

★★★★★ — Molly, Jun 2026

Peak Martial Arts is an absolute gem! It is an amazing place with truly amazing instructors who are fantastic with both kids and adults. They manage to create an environment that is the perfect balance of fun, structure, and encouragement.

★★★★★ — Dezirae, Jun 2026

Amazing, family-friendly karate. The teachers are all great with the kids and challenge them all to do their best. My son has been going to peak since 1st grade and loves it. And Sensei Krouse is a wonderful, supportive guide. At one point, my son thought of dropping out and he pulled him aside for a one on one.

★★★★★ — Gabby, Feb 2026

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New to taekwondo? Start at Peak Martial Arts

Peak Martial Arts 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.

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Your first taekwondo class at Peak 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.

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 Peak Martial Arts

5962 NY-31, Cicero, NY13039

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