Business Details
15 Years
experience
Martial Arts Training for All Ages in Hyde Park, NY
T & T Karate has dedicated itself to fostering personal growth and character development through traditional Korean martial arts since its founding in 2011. Our certified instructors, trained under the Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation, combine disciplined Tang Soo Do and Hapkido training with value-based instruction to build strength in body, mind, and spirit. As a certified Autism Supportive Environment, we prioritize individualized attention and compassionate teaching methods that benefit all students. Our Hyde Park, NY location serves as a family-oriented community hub where children, teens, and adults develop life skills through martial arts.With SafeSport-certified instructors and a curriculum emphasizing leadership, self-defense, and personal transformation, we create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Our programs extend beyond physical training to include community service initiatives, leadership seminars, and specialized workshops that reinforce our core values of truth, integrity, and perseverance. Through decades of combined experience, our master instructors have cultivated a supportive learning environment that consistently produces award-winning martial artists and confident individuals.
Services
Tang Soo Do Training
Hapkido Classes
Self-Defense Programs
Kids Martial Arts
Teen Leadership Development
Adult Fitness Classes
Women's Self-Defense
Black Belt Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors trained through the Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation
- Certified Autism Supportive Environment with individualized instruction
- Curriculum combining physical training with character development
- Family-oriented community focused on personal transformation
- Award-winning instructors with decades of combined experience
Associations and certifications
- Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation
- US Center for SafeSport
What people say
Empowering environment
Skilled instructors
Life-changing experience
Supportive community
Great for all ages
Services
Tang Soo Do Training
Traditional Korean martial art focusing on striking techniques, forms, and self-defense. Develops physical fitness, discipline, and mental focus through structured belt progression. Combines combat effectiveness with character development principles.
Hapkido Classes
Comprehensive Hapkido program teaching joint locks, throws, and pressure point techniques. Emphasizes practical self-defense applications while cultivating balance, coordination, and situational awareness in a safe training environment.
Kids Martial Arts
Age-appropriate martial arts instruction for children aged 5-12. Builds physical skills alongside essential life values like respect, focus, and perseverance through structured curriculum and positive reinforcement techniques.
Women's Self-Defense
Specialized self-defense training empowering women through practical techniques and situational awareness. Developed by certified instructors with real-world experience in personal safety education and domestic violence prevention.
Leadership Development
Leadership training program combining martial arts principles with personal development. Teaches communication skills, responsibility, and mentorship through structured curriculum and community service initiatives.
People
Mathew Wattoff
Owner / Sah Bom Nim
4th degree black belt with over 15 years of Tang Soo Do experience. Certified public accountant and martial arts instructor since 2011. Combines business expertise with martial arts instruction to lead the academy.
Sarina Teuschler
Head Instructor
4th degree black belt since 2016 with martial arts experience since 2001. Founder of Hit Like A Girl non-profit. Certified in first aid/CPR and leadership development through Pan-Am Federation.
Stephanie Stoneham
Instructor
4th degree black belt with 19 years of Tang Soo Do experience. Certified instructor since 2015. Focuses on student development and community engagement through martial arts training programs.
Bill Fenwick
Instructor
Experienced martial artist since 2014, teaching since 2018. Currently training toward 4th degree black belt. Specializes in student mentorship and technical skill development for upcoming belt examinations.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in traditional Korean Tang Soo Do and Hapkido, focusing on practical self-defense techniques, forms, and character development through structured belt progression.
Do you offer trial classes for new students?
Yes, we offer complimentary trial classes to help new students experience our training environment and teaching methods before committing to regular enrollment.
Are your instructors certified and qualified?
All instructors are certified through the Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation and SafeSport trained. Our leadership team includes multiple 4th degree black belts with decades of combined experience.
How does your autism supportive environment work?
Our certified Autism Supportive Environment provides individualized instruction and adaptive teaching methods that accommodate diverse learning needs while maintaining our core martial arts curriculum standards.
What age groups do your programs serve?
We offer age-specific programs for children (5-12), teens (13-17), adults, and seniors, all designed to develop physical skills and character traits appropriate for each developmental stage.
