Legacy Martial Arts Center
Empowerment for Life
Welcome To
Legacy Martial Arts Center
Welcome to Legacy Martial Arts Center in Staten Island, New York! We are a welcoming, energetic martial arts school with a structured system that allows our students to thrive. Our students are taught by highly qualified trained professionals who operate in a safe and clean training atmosphere. The fun environment we’ve created is supported by a focused mindset that helps students perform at their best. As well as working on self-defense training and martial arts skills, students gain discipline, respect, integrity, and develop self-confidence—especially in kids martial arts. Join us at our location off of Victory Boulevard in the central West Shore area for the best training experience available!
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Our Legacy & Mission
About Our School
Legacy Martial Arts Center works to develop our students’ most powerful inner potential. This goes for both on and off the mat, as we prioritize enlightening students in more than just how to defend themselves. Our instructors coach each student at their own pace, tailoring lessons to their individual skillsets. We challenge them physically and mentally in our structured but fun system, allowing kids martial arts students to develop on and off the mat. As well as training, we host special events to build camaraderie in our community. Those include Parent’s Night Out, a fundraising event for our local women’s breast cancer center, and our annual women’s self-defense seminar in March. Excitement, culture, and growth are all available to you when you join us on the mat!
History
Owner Master C.J. Eadicicco opened our doors in November 2024 to build a new Staten Island martial arts experience. Master C.J. Eadicicco has trained for 30 years and always wanted to open his own school. After rising to the top levels of his previous school, he decided it was time to fulfill his dreams. Since leading at his prior school, Master C.J. Eadicicco has grown pride in the professionalism he brings to the mat for his students. He wants to make Legacy as great a place as possible and instill the lessons of self-defense, discipline, perseverance, and focus he’s learned through training. We will never settle, with hopes of adding more locations as we grow to spread invaluable martial arts lessons.
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Meet The
Legacy Martial Arts Center Team
At Legacy Martial Arts Center, our instructors are more than just coaches—they’re mentors, motivators, and role models. With years of training and experience, our dedicated team is committed to helping every student grow in skill, confidence, and character. We tailor our approach to each individual, ensuring a supportive and empowering learning environment. Whether you’re signing up your children for kids martial arts, taking your first class for fitness and/or self-defense, or mastering advanced techniques, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Head Master C.J. Eadicicco
Head Instructor, Owner & Founder – 6th Degree Black Belt
Master Zach Reid
Head instructor – 5th Degree Black Belt
Master Chris Solero
Head Instructor – 5th Degree Black Belt
Sir Aidan McMullen
Instructor – 4th Degree Black Belt
Sir Jack Cohen
Instructor – 4th Degree Black Belt
Ma’am Gurleen Sandhu
Instructor – 4th Degree Black Belt
Sir Yusuf Ahmed
Instructor – 3rd Degree Black belt
Mr Farhan Mahmood
Team Leader – 1st Degree Black belt
Ms. Brianna Kelly
Instructor & Front Desk Manager – 3rd Degree Black Belt
Ma’am Lauren Eadicicco
Administrative & Marketing Director – 3rd Degree Black Belt
Mr. Sharath “Shay” Thomas
Front Desk Manager
Mr. Alex Cohen
Team Leader – 3rd Degree Black Belt
Ms. Astrid Christensen
Team Leader – 2nd Degree Black Belt
Mr. Nolan Huang
Team Leader – 2nd Degree Black Belt
Ms. Sloane Sanzone
Team Leader – 1st Degree Black Belt
Ms. Xiao Yi Mei
Team Leader – 1st Degree Black Belt
Ms. Francesca Repage
Decorating Committee – 4th Degree Black Belt
Ms. Bree McMullen
Decorating Committee – 3rd Degree Black Belt
Find the Perfect Class for You!
Check out our full schedule to see the best class time for your training. Join us on the mat and start your journey today!
Learn More About Our
Programs
Legacy Martial Arts Center offers a variety of martial arts styles from which you can choose. While we focus on Taekwondo, we also offer a mixture of Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, XMA, and weapons training. Our classes start for those as young as 3 years old for kids martial arts and are split between four age groups: Lil’ Cubs (3–5), Lions (6–12), Teens Strong (13–17), and Adult Strong (18+). This also includes our Legacy Ultimate 10+ Demonstration Team and Legacy Competition Team 10+. Join the right class for you today at Legacy Martial Arts Center!
Taekwondo
Our Taekwondo program is built on a foundation of discipline, precision, and personal growth. As a Korean martial art known for its dynamic kicks, speed, and powerful striking techniques, Taekwondo at Legacy Martial Arts Center focuses on developing both physical skill and mental strength. Students progress through a structured belt system, learning forms (poomsae), self-defense applications, sparring techniques, and board breaking. Beyond the physical aspects, we emphasize core values such as respect, perseverance, and confidence, ensuring that students not only become strong martial artists but also well-rounded individuals. Our expert instructors guide each student at their own pace, creating an encouraging and challenging environment where they can thrive. Whether you’re a beginner, bringing in your kids for children’s martial arts, or are an advanced practitioner, our Taekwondo classes in Staten Island will help you unlock your full potential on and off the mat.
- Lil’ Cubs Ages 3–5
- Lions Ages 6–12
- Teens Strong Ages 13–17
- Adult Strong Ages 18+
- Legacy Ultimate Demonstration Team (10+)
- Legacy Competition Team (10+)
What Our Students & Families Are Saying
The Legacy Martial Arts Center community is built on trust, dedication, and real results. Our students and their families have experienced firsthand the confidence, discipline, and strength that come with our training. From young beginners in children’s martial arts looking for self-defense training to seasoned martial artists, each journey is unique – but the impact is undeniable. Hear from those who have trained with us and see how Legacy Martial Arts Center has helped them grow both on and off the mat!
“Legacy is such an amazing place for people of all ages, with experience or just starting out. You feel welcome and part of a family. It’s the best!”
“Master Cj makes it both fun and instills respect & discipline at the same time. His instructor Master Mike is so wonderful with all the kids. He treats them like his own.”
“I can’t recommend this enough for any adult looking to add a great work out routine with the most welcoming environment.”
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Experience the excitement of Legacy Martial Arts Center firsthand—no commitment, just great training! Sign up now and step onto the mat for your free class.
Contact Us Today!
Legacy Martial Arts Center is located on Victory Boulevard in Staten Island, just minutes from the Staten Island Expressway (I-278). We proudly serve students from Bulls Head, Willowbrook, Graniteville, and surrounding Staten Island neighborhoods. Our central West Shore location makes it easy for families across the island to access high-quality Taekwondo training.