Supreme martial Arts / Upper East Side
About
Supreme Martial Arts on the Upper East Side offers training in MMA and karate, with a strong emphasis on Taekwondo instruction led by highly credentialed masters. The coaching team includes Founder and Grand Master Kyo Kim, a 7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo and two-time International Martial Arts Hall of Fame winner, alongside Master Mostafa. Their approach balances firm yet kind instruction, focusing on discipline, respect, and technical skills like forms, kicks, punches, and blocks, all while keeping sessions engaging and fun for students.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym for its exceptional coaching, describing instructors as energetic, fun, firm yet kind, and passionate about martial arts. Parents highlight how their children, from ages 4 to 10, eagerly anticipate classes where they learn complex forms, kicks, and blocks while building confidence and discipline. Specific mentions include Master Kyo Kim's expertise and the engaging Little Dragon program, with no negative concerns raised in reviews. The gym's family-friendly events, smooth parent communication, and free kimono offering are also frequently appreciated.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Simona Chenault
2 years ago
My son loves this class. It is very engaging. The teacher shows them something new at every class. Best class so far. My son is 4 years old, little dragon class. Best thing to do in a rainy or cold day. The location is on UES. I can choose the schedule through the Supreme Martial Art application. They give us the kimono for free.
cho Jenny
9 months ago
Absolutely the Best Taekwondo School in the Neighborhood! This Taekwondo place is truly exceptional! My two boys absolutely love coming here. They look forward to every class with excitement. The teachers and Masters are the heart of SMA. They are energetic, fun, and super cool! Their passion for Teakwondo really shines through for the kids. The instructors do fun group activities and personal training with each student. If you’re looking for a martial arts school that your kids will love and thrive in, this is the one. Highly recommend!
Elle Sherman
a month ago
My 10 year old daughter has been going here since age 4 and we just love it. They’re amazing with kids, teaching complex forms, kicks, punches, blocks, all while being fun and kind, and always instilling discipline and respect.
yoo kyung Choi
9 months ago
My son has been attending this place for about a year and a half. First of all, the teachers strike a good balance of being firm yet kind in their teaching. Communication with parents is smooth and responsive. While the space isn’t very large, it’s more than enough for kids to be active and play. They also hold fun events from time to time. Personally, I really enjoy taking advantage of the Parents’ Night events they host here.
Sanela -
11 months ago
Ever since registering my 5 year old for taekwondo. He has expanded his confidence and conscience in everyday life. He's learning and adapting to growth in his stage. I encourage all parents to help build their child's confidence and this place is the perfect place for growth!
scheduleHours
Monday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Master Kyo Kim
Founder, Grand Master
7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo, 6th Dan Black Belt in Pro Taekwondo, 4th Dan Black Belt in Hapkido, 2-time International Martial Arts Hall of Fame Winner, World Champion in TKD Hanmadang Creative Breaking
Founder of Supreme Martial Arts with 35 years of martial arts experience and 25 years of teaching. School has produced over 80 black belts and numerous national champions.
Master Mostafa
Instructor/Master
Natural educator, fantastic with younger students. Teaches both Taekwondo and kickboxing classes, focusing on correct technique and creating a judgement-free zone.