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Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side

4.9 ★★★★★ 245 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in New York, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 6–12) — 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule truesupreme.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 212-799-6722

Hours

Monday 1–8 pm
Tuesday 1–8 pm
Wednesday 1–8 pm
Thursday 1–8 pm
Friday 1–7 pm
Saturday 9 am–2 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 Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 24 mentions

“My son is six years old, and he has never done martial arts before, but they absolutely welcomed him and made him feel included on day one.”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“My child started at age 5 and has had such a blast for past two years.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I particularly think the self-defense part of the class is important.”

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🎓 Belt Testing 2 mentions

“My 10-year old daughter started last year and within a year has earned 6 belt promotions attending twice a week classes.”

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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 Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 5 mentions

“He was the one who made me feel confident ,cause when I started karate in Supreme Martial Arts NYC , I was nervous.”

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🦵 Kickboxing

“The kickboxing classes are well balanced.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I particularly think the self-defense part of the class is important.”

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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 245 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating, creating an environment that feels both professional and welcoming.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 10 mentions

“The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating, creating an environment that feels both professional and welcoming.”

📘 strong forms & technique 4 mentions

“All the masters are nice and find way to make things fun why teaching taekwondo techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My children love it here and my oldest has really thrived here - he even stops by to say hi when we're in the area.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 19 mentions

“The structure and discipline they provide are perfect for character development, teaching focus and respect in an environment that never feels boring.”

From the reviews

Fantastic taekwondo teachers who are great at leading fun classes for all ages. My child started at age 5 and has had such a blast for past two years. Younger kids have so much fun also. The classes are 30 min for little ones, then increase to 40 min.

★★★★★ — Susanna, Jun 2022

WE LOVE IT! My son is six years old, and he has never done martial arts before, but they absolutely welcomed him and made him feel included on day one. He immediately fell in line and was able to take their instructions.

★★★★★ — Ryan, Aug 2025

Supreme Martial Arts on the Upper West Side is truly a gem for children's Taekwondo. Our family couldn't be happier with the program so far! The biggest standout is the incredible staff; the instructors are truly wonderful—highly skilled and professional, yet they manage to make every class engaging and fun.

★★★★★ — Marcus, Oct 2025

I’m Ariah, one of the students who takes taekwondo at supreme martial arts. I have been taking classes since I was 4 and ever since I’ve been getting stronger and more skilled in martial arts. The instructors are very supportive all the time.

★★★★★ — Elle, May 2026

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New to taekwondo? Start at Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side

Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first taekwondo class at Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side

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 Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side

586 Columbus Ave, New York, NY10024

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