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Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes

4.9 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Albertson, New York

Taekwondo school Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Website & schedule taecoletkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 9 am–1 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am–10 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am–10 pm
Thursday 9:30 am–10 pm
Friday 9:30 am–10 pm
Saturday 10 am–3 pm
Sunday 10:30 am–1 pm

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 Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 21 mentions

“Our kids have been attending classes here for a couple of years and the experience has been great for them from the beginning.”

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Teens

“Overall this place made me feel very safe and I now feel much more prepared to leave high school.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I took a self defense class as I'm about to go into my freshman year of college in the city and I learned so much.”

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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 Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate

“Master Maggie not only teaches karate but life skills, leadership, to help others and to protect your self.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I took a self defense class as I'm about to go into my freshman year of college in the city and I learned so much.”

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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 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“The things they are teaching here are not only helpful but so great for people of all ages.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 8 mentions

“They’re heavily involved in our community and love to give back, you can always find them volunteering at the botanical gardens or the local schools.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“Their curriculum goes beyond physical technique, offering a transformative life experience that builds confidence and discipline.”

certified & recognized school 20 mentions

“Master Messina and the entire team at Taecole have taken martial arts instruction to another level by prioritizing safety, student engagement, and genuine personal growth.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“They were so informative, helpful, and empowering for young females such as ourselves.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 15 mentions

“Master Messina is a powerhouse and she, along with her amazing staff, teach not only the art of Taekwondo but also instill confidence and compassion in her students.”

From the reviews

👍We chose Taecole Take Kwon Do and are glad we did. Our son enjoys coming and is getting better and more focused. I recommend Taecole and appreciate all the instructors. They are strong minded professionals and good with the children. Thank you Master Messina, Chris, Kelly, Parth and all the instructors.

★★★★★ — William, Apr 2019

We've known Master Messina from early on in her martial arts career- Her lifetime of dedication to TaeKwonDo and passion for youth instruction makes TaeCole the ideal place to send our kids. Looking forward to watching them grow here. This thing only goes up to 5 stars? It should go higher.

★★★★★ — Joshua, Oct 2023

Absolutely love Taecole, my little has been here since she was three and it has really helped her grow in character and confidence. Summer camp was also very good and she's been asking to do it again next summer! Thank you to the entire crew for being a blessing to my daughter <3

★★★★★ — L, Oct 2023

Taecole Tae Kwon Do school is amazing!!! Master Messina and Miss Mimi have such a passion and love for Tae Kwon Do and they make it so much fun for the kids. They do so much more than just teach martial arts, they take care of the mind, body and spirit!

★★★★★ — Natalie, May 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes

Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes 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 Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes

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. 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 Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness - Karate & Martial Arts Classes

900 Willis Ave #2, Albertson, NY11507

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