In-Person group and private lessons are available for children and adults, please contact us.

Gotham Taekwon-do

Serving our community for over 18 years, Gotham Taekwon-do is the longest standing traditional martial arts school in New York City’s Upper East Side.

Headmaster William Kwok has devoted more than 45 years to martial arts as a second generation direct student of traditional Taekwon-do. He also holds a Doctorate in Education and received the Community Leadership Award from the U.S. President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition.

At Gotham Taekwon-do, every class is personally taught by Headmaster Kwok. Our mission is to go beyond self defense by helping students develop focus, resilience, and cultural awareness through structured practice. Children, teens, and adults alike can find a welcoming community where training strengthens both body and mind.

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Our Programs
Teachers
At Gotham Taekwon-do, all teachers are personally trained by Headmaster Kwok. Our students' growth and safety are our top priorities.
Teaching Philosophy
Our evidence-based curriculum consists of practices that have been examined through rigorous research.
Little Heroes
Little Heroes (Ages 4-5) program is designed to enhance children's developing mental and physical skills in a fun and motivating way.
Martial Mind
Martial Mind (Ages 5-7) is an integrated self-defense and social-emotional learning program.
Juniors Program
Juniors Taekwon-do (Ages 8-12) is a traditional martial arts program with the emphasis of appropriate social behaviors.
Teens & Adults
Our Teens & Adults Program (Ages 13 and up) focuses on traditional Taekwon-do training with a practical, non-competitive and scientific approach.

In-Person group and private lessons are available for children and adults, please contact us.