Supreme Martial Arts - Upper West Side
About
Supreme Martial Arts on the Upper West Side offers training in MMA and karate, with a strong focus on Taekwondo for children. The gym is led by Founder and Grand Master Kyo Kim, a 7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo and World Champion, alongside Master Mostafa and other skilled instructors. The facility features a brand new, excellent space with a curriculum thoughtfully tailored to different age groups, extending lessons beyond martial arts to school and life skills.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members overwhelmingly praise the gym for its amazing and skilled instructors, who make classes both fun and educational. Parents highlight how welcoming the environment is, with children feeling included immediately and thriving in the structured, disciplined curriculum. Specific coaches like Ma'am are mentioned for their joyful teaching style, and activities such as board breaking and belt progression keep kids excited. The community is described as positive and empowering, with no concerns raised in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Mike Lawlor
9 months ago
10/10 would recommend. 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. The space is brand new and excellent, the curriculum is tailored to the kids' ages and the lessons they teach extend beyond martial arts to school and life. Ma'am in particular is one of my favorite people - she's an absolute joy to watch teach the kids and you can see the joy on her face when she does. Highly, highly recommend.
Ryan Bailer
7 months ago
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. He now looks forward to taekwondo class each week, and we love the discipline and structure that he’s getting from this wonderful art.
Iasmina Milu
6 months ago
We have been coming here for over one year! My 6y old is loving it! Getting a different belt, learning new skills and collecting cards for a trophy are all the things he adores! The staff is amazing and my son always leaves with a smile on❤️
cho Jenny
5 months ago
Both of my boys absolutely love coming to Taekwondo! The instructors are amazing, and the classes are always exciting and fun!
Marcus East
5 months ago
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. Our son especially loves the way they blend rigorous training with enjoyable activities such as board-breaking. The structure and discipline they provide are perfect for character development, teaching focus and respect in an environment that never feels boring. This is an empowering and positive community for kids of all ages. Highly recommended for parents looking for a program that delivers real results while keeping the kids excited to attend!
Contact
586 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Kyo Kim
Founder, Grand Master
7th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo, 6th Dan Black Belt in Pro Taekwondo, 4th Dan Black Belt in Hapkido, World Champion in TKD Hanmadang, International Martial Arts Hall of Fame Winner
35 years of martial arts experience, 25 years teaching. School has certified over 80 black belts and produced numerous national champions and medalists.
Master Mostafa
Instructor/Master
Natural educator, fantastic with younger students. Teaches both Taekwondo and kickboxing, emphasizing correct technique and creating a judgement-free zone.