JC Taekwondo & Kickboxing Academy

My 4 year old has been attending classes for almost one year and he LOVEs it here. The staff are very knowledgeable on his medical issues without me even having to tell them anything. The masters are amazing with children. They take the time to ensure each child is learning and enjoying taekwando. Children take their belt tests every three months. My son missed some classes and I was worried he may not be ready for his test. Master Harris took him aside and gave him a ‘practice’ test. That made me realize that this school really care about the kids learning and progressing and they are more than a business. Great value for money. Just an all around great experience for kids and for parents.

After taking my son to several different martial arts classes throughout his 9 years, I have to say that JC Taekwondo was one of the best experiences we have ever had. My son had a somewhat traumatic experience at a very well respected kung fu school in Manhattan, being placed in a children’s class that wasn’t divided into age groups, therefore he was subjected to some humiliation and bullying from older boys. This made him hate martial arts after loving it for months and he had no interest for a year until one day we were walking past JC Taekwondo and he saw the door was open, ran right in and said to me «Mommy, can I try this class?!». This school had many ages in each class, but yet my son was treated much differently and the older kids acted as leaders, not bullies. At age 4, he learned SO much! They taught him some discipline, but also how to do many moves and also how to handle some real life self-​defense scenarios that actually need to be learned as a child growing up in an urban area. It came in handy just having the confidence to «KEYUP!» strong and loud and jump into a fighting stance which kept potential bullies at bay at once. ALSO, they made us feel like family. From the reasonable prices, to the amount you are allowed to participate, to the extremely attentive and warm staff… we have never felt so at home anywhere since. I do have to say that after moving away, my son attended a taekwondo school that really emphasized or rather, DEMANDED discipline and focus to a point where the room would literally be absolutely quiet when the coach expected it to be… this is the only reason I almost gave 4 stars here because when my son attended JC taekwondo, around 2010, they were a little more relaxed about this… until we attended the other school, I had no comparison for that. Also, we have since moved again and the local taewondo school is very overpriced and lacking many of the things we loved about his previous taekwondo schools. No other school taught my son as much taekwondo or confidence or made him feel as home as he did at JC Taekwondo. With all of that said, I would send my son back to JC Taekwondo in a heartbeat if we lived closer… once you’ve been there, it is hard for other schools to measure up. They truly are one of a kind amazing.

I did enjoy going here. It is a great workout. I stopped coming here because in my last class the instructor had us piggy back our partners and do squats. First of all, I came to class by myself so I didn’t know anyone. Second of all, I’m a petite little thing so i felt it was very insulting for my partner who I couldn’t carry on my back and kinda awkward. Third of all, that is way too close of contact for someone I have never met and dripping with sweat nonetheless! So I left and joined cko. All individual work, no need to worry about someone else’s sweat dripping on me or making anyone feel bad.

I absolutely love love love this place. If your looking for a hardcore dripping sweat workout this is your place. I take Carmen’s class which is hardcore and she doesn’t let you quit which is what i needed a push and motivation. Also the other instructors seem very nice and welcoming.

Master Cheng is the kid whisperer! He has my 3 yr old son so well disciplined, I don’t even recognize him! And they still have fun!

I tried kickboxing here after purchasing a living social/​groupon deal. And 7 months later, I’m hooked. The classes are so much fun and a great work out. With 6 convenient classes offered during the week, I can typically make at least 4 – 5 of those classes, even when working 50 – 60 hour work weeks.
My absolute favorite class is on Sundays with Mr Harris. His classes are more boot-​camp-​style, but they are smaller and you get an amazing work out. I truly feel stronger when I leave!
I tell all of my JC friends about this place and have had 2 sign up for classes.
Kickboxing isn’t for everyone, but when you’re in the class, everyone is supportive and wants you to do a great job!

My wife and son go here and I would recommended it for anyone looking to learn martial arts or kick boxing. The Tae Kwon Do instructors Felix, Matthew, Randy and Bill know their stuff and will even deal with you (or your child) one-​on-​one if you need additional help.