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Tiger Schulmann’s
Upper East Side, NY

Tiger Schulmann’s
Martial Arts
Upper East Side, NY

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See what students at Tiger Schulmann’s Upper East Side are saying

Been going here for about a year and all I have to say is amazing atmosphere, top tier coaching and overall great place to come and learn many new skills.

David O.

Changed my life and changed me as a person. Has made me more confident and fit.

Jacob M.

Joshu Juan is a straight shooter. I’ll recommend it to anyone who wants to improve in life, to come and train with him.

C.R.

Excellent school, the discipline and order in these schools are exemplary.

Wilmer A.

Try A Beginner Class

Sign up to schedule your Beginner Session. No preparation needed. Just show up and experience your fun, first class.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

*Offer valid for new customers only.  A $25 reservation fee will be charged to hold your spot in the trial class.Please contact the school directly to confirm their current new student offer.

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.

See what students at Tiger Schulmann’s Upper East Side are saying

Been going here for about a year and all I have to say is amazing atmosphere, top tier coaching and overall great place to come and learn many new skills.

David O.

Changed my life and changed me as a person. Has made me more confident and fit.

Jacob M.

Joshu Juan is a straight shooter. I’ll recommend it to anyone who wants to improve in life, to come and train with him.

C.R.

Excellent school, the discipline and order in these schools are exemplary.

Wilmer A.

Welcome to Tiger Schulmann’s,
Upper East Side, NY

Conveniently located at 1470 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10075, Tiger Schulmann’s Upper East Side helps members of all ages build fitness, community, and lasting confidence through martial arts and kickboxing.

Tiger Schulmann’s Upper East Side has helped thousands of members of all ages build full-body fitness, develop a lasting community, and inspire positive change inside and out. Located on 1st Avenue in the Upper East Side, New York, Tiger Schulmann’s Upper East Side is building a community through kickboxing and martial arts.

At Upper East Side, our members learn more than punch-kick karate. They develop total mind-body fitness. Our proven curriculum, developed by Master Tiger Schulmann over 36 years ago, instills valuable life skills — focus, self-discipline and a non-quitting spirit — that empowers members to take on new opportunities with confidence. Unlike other gyms, you’re not in it alone. “We are doing it together,” says Sensei Juan Vides. “And we’re here to help you realize your potential, both on the mat and in life.”

KIDS MARTIAL ARTS

Kids Who Find Their Tiger Are Forever Changed

Tiger Schulmann’s curriculum-based karate classes has helped thousands of children build confidence, resiliency, and develop lasting friendships. Our martial arts classes teach children self respect, focus and how to grow into mature, young men and women in a fun and safe environment.

ADULT KICKBOXING

The Toughest Workout You’ll Ever Love

Fitness. Fun. Real self-defense techniques. Tiger Schulmann’s kickboxing classes are not your typical workout. You’ll burn up to 1,000 calories a class and leave with a strength and confidence that extends far beyond the class. Get in the best shape of your life — inside and out.

ADULT JIU JITSU CLASSES

  • Training for both men and women
  • Learn close-range defense, including real-life scenarios like being grabbed, held or taken to the ground
  • Defend against larger or stronger opponents
  • Maximize flexibility, strength, and cardio
  • Build confidence and assertiveness as ability improves

KIDS JIU JITSU CLASSES​

  • Anti-Bullying: Build your child’s confidence and self-esteem while teaching them how to defend themselves without violence
  • Kids learn to be calm under pressure and push past obstacles to achieve their goals
  • Our certified instructors teach valuable life skills like discipline, respect, and focus 
  • Your child will make friends and have fun in a friendly & supportive environment

TIGER TALES

Real members. True Stories. Life-changing results.

Real members.
True Stories.
Life-changing results.

Meet Our Head Instructor

Joshu Juan Vides

“The best part about training with us is that all you need to do is show up. At a gym you need to get there, figure out what to do, motivate yourself, it can be a lot to do especially after a long day of work. Our classes offer the highest level of instruction and professionalism. I make sure all of our members never feel lost during a class.”

As a first-generation Latin American immigrant, Juan was initially bullied when he moved into his new neighborhood. Overweight and with no direction Juan chose to study Martial Arts at Tiger Schulmann’s and it turned his life around. Through his training, he built his confidence, got in amazing shape and is now the Kickboxing Champion in the ECF. Juan takes those tough early experiences with him to every class he teaches, “I make sure every new student feels welcome and that they belong.” says Joshu Vides.

Juan loves competing, but teaching and helping people grow is his passion, “I want my school to be a sanctuary for all ages. Where children can learn to be mentally and physically strong, teenagers can learn to be confident and make long-lasting friendships, and adults can escape from their daily routine while getting in the best shape of their lives!”    

Joshu Juan Vides posing at Tiger Schulmann's Chelsea

Begin Your Journey

Develop Self-Confidence

Set and Achieve Goals

Train with Expert Instructors

Release Anxiety and Stress

Learn Real Self-Defense

Develop a “No-Quit” Spirit

Make Friends & Have Fun

Find a Passion

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer beginner level classes for all age groups as well as intermediate and advanced level classes in kickboxing and jiu-jitsu.
No preparation is needed. Just wear comfortable workout clothes and show up, our instructors will handle the rest!
Yes, we offer beginner classes for adults and kids. No experience required.
We recommend a minimum of two classes per week. Many adults like to attend three or more classes per week.
We offer a variety of class times to meet individual needs. Ask about our schedule for more detail.
Most people can’t stick with the gym. 95% quit after just one month. It’s boring and there are not enough reasons to keep you consistent. With Tiger Schulmann’s, you get our 3 dimensional workout which includes total body results + learning the life skill of self-defense and on top of that, our classes are intriguing and fun! Results, fun and self-defense make it easy to stay consistent and consistency is the key to success!
Our Karate Cubs pre-school program begins at 3yr. Our children’s martial arts program begins at 5 yr. old.
For your private beginner session class, we recommend sweats and a t-shirt.
Adult classes are 45 minutes to one hour. Children, Kids and Cubs classes are 45 minutes.
Yes, we offer a 20% discount for each additional family member. In addition, we offer active law enforcement a 25% discount.
Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts differs in many ways. From the dedication and expertise of our head instructors who have a minimum of 10 years experience and are the owners of their schools, to the unique and unparalleled curriculum that we teach, to the professional and beautiful facilities we provide. Nothing else is Tiger Schulmanns.
Tiger Schulmann’s head instructors are highly trained professionals with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the martial arts, teaching authentic and effective Muay Thai Kickboxing techniques that will really work if you ever need them. Many cardio kickboxing instructors have little to no actual martial arts experience and are merely aerobic instructors.
While we estimate you will burn about 800 – 1000 calories in a class, many of our students have measured over 1200 calories burned in just one class using their own fitness bands.
You don’t need any previous experience. Just show up in some comfortable workout clothes and our professional staff and instructors will make sure you have a great workout and learn a skill that will change your life!
No, sparring and contact are not required. We offer separate classes for those who want to participate in sparring.
No, competition is not required. However, for those students interested, we do offer the opportunity to compete in different types of events, and even have a professional fight team that successfully competes at the highest levels of martial arts competition.
Yes, most of our schools offer private lessons. You can contact the individual location for more information.

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TRY A BEGINNER CLASS​

Sign up to schedule your Beginner Session. No preparation needed. Just show up and experience your fun, first class.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

*Offer valid for new customers only. A $25 reservation fee will be charged to hold your spot in the trial class. Please contact the school directly to confirm their current new student offer.

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.