Ata Black Belt Academy

Specialties

Manhattan ATA Taekwondo & Krav Maga provides the most professional and friendly martial arts training in the Manhattan area. For over 20 years Manhattan ATA Taekwondo & Krav Maga has been dedicated to improving the quality of life through the practice of martial arts. No matter your age, fitness level or goals, individual or family, we have a program for you.

The most important qualities to look for in a martial arts school are superior instruction, exciting and engaging curriculum, positive reputation, and professional facilities. Only Manhattan ATA provides these goals. Our instructors have extensive specialized training with an emphasis on professionalism and well-​rounded training that applies to many aspects of a student’s life.

Why choose Manhattan ATA Taekwondo & Krav Maga?

*We offer exceptional martial arts instruction in a positive, friendly, and upbeat environment.

*We are part of the largest martial arts organization in the world, the American Taekwondo Association (ATA). Only ATA offers the most advanced and innovative martial arts training of any organization. Plus, with thousands of locations world wide, your rank and training will transfer with you should you ever move.

*We are the only martial arts organization in the area affiliated with Krav Maga Alliance.

*We are the only martial arts organization in the area partnered with the world’s leading bully prevention program, the Olweus Bully Prevention Program and with the program Autism Speaks.

History

Established in 1993.

Manhattan’s premier martial arts school since 1993. We are affiliated with the American Taekwondo Association, the world’s largest martial arts organization. We are also affiliated with Krav Maga Alliance.

Meet the Business Owner

Troy A.

Business Owner

Troy Auman is a 6^th degree black belt Master Instructor with the American Taekwondo Association and a certified instructor with Krav Maga Alliance. He has over 24 years experience and has owned Manhattan ATA Taekwondo & Krav Maga since 1997. His martial arts training consists of Songahm Taekwondo, Haganah, Gracie Jiu-​Jitsu, Krav Maga, Judo, Hapkido, Tai Chi, Multiple Weapons, XMA (Extreme Martial Arts), Hyper Martial Arts, S.H.A.R.P. (Sexual Harrassment Assault Rape Prevention), Joint Manipulation Pressure Point Control Tactics, Gun and Knife Defense, Disruptive Student Management and the Olweus Bully Prevention Program. He has also been a school teacher for Manhattan Catholic Schools since 1999.