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True ChampionZ Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in New Rochelle, New York

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • 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 truechampionz.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 914-813-8000

Hours

Monday 9 am–10 pm
Tuesday 9 am–10 pm
Wednesday 9 am–10 pm
Thursday 9 am–10 pm
Friday 9 am–10 pm
Saturday 9 am–7:30 pm
Sunday 9 am–7 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 True ChampionZ Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 38 mentions

“Sensei Vlad is also great with kids, perfectly blending the balance of fun and serious learning; and targeting and working with each kid's individual abilities.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My son enjoys being in Sensei's class and learning new skills that is necessary for self defense.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“They also get belts and stripes as they progress, which motivates them to come back and do more 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 True ChampionZ Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 14 mentions

“Sensei Vlad works hard in teaching traditional Karate and ensuring that all his students receive the proper instruction so they can walk away knowing they EARNED those belts.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“My son enjoys being in Sensei's class and learning new skills that is necessary for self defense.”

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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 49 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 7 mentions

“Sensei Vladimir is as talented a teacher as he is a disciplined world class competitor He has the perfect balance of demanding educator as he does supportive observer.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“This is a no nonsense class, but Sensei has found a great balance between learning and fun and my son, who is almost 8 now, loves it after almost 4 years in the program.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 17 mentions

“Sensei Vladimir is as talented a teacher as he is a disciplined world class competitor He has the perfect balance of demanding educator as he does supportive observer.”

From the reviews

LOVE TRAINING HERE! I can say with confidence that Westchester Krav Maga is the real deal! Sensei Vlad is an amazing martial artist who gives his all in every class. He's been a great help in not only my training, but every student's.

★★★★★ — Sam, Apr 2019

This place is absolutely amazing. I have been bringing kids here for three years now. Beside learning karate, kids also learn the discipline, respect and hard work. Sensei Vladimir is a very professional in what he does and also very good with kids. They offer classes for both, kids and adults.

★★★★★ — Snezana, Mar 2018

We have been part of the True ChampoinZ family since our son was 3 years old. He is now 7. We started with Karate and now have our son in the Krav Maga classes. I have to say, I am a parent that does a lot of research on the activities we choose to put our children in and feel we truly have found a place that truly…

★★★★★ — Danisha, Jan 2020

My 4 year old son has been attending True Championz for 6 months now and I cannot say enough AMAZING things about this place. Sensei Vlad is wonderful with children! He has so much patience and truly cares about them. He is engaging, a bit tough but fun...always cracks some jokes to lighten the mood.

★★★★★ — Lyvia, Mar 2019

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New to taekwondo? Start at True ChampionZ Martial Arts

True ChampionZ 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first taekwondo class at True ChampionZ 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 True ChampionZ Martial Arts

20 Sicard Ave, New Rochelle, NY10804

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