Training Ground
Harlem, New York — Since 1974
Phone Service
(917) 743‑4365
Working Hours
Daily: 08:00 – 19:00
New Breed Philosophy
Where Harlem’s discipline, culture, and creativity forge champions — in the dojo, on the screen, and in life.
Founded by Grand Master Kushinda Lamarr Thornton, New Breed Life Arts has shaped Harlem youth for over 40 years.
Through karate, boxing, self‑defense, and leadership training, students develop discipline, confidence, and strength.
In partnership with FASS Films LLP, students also train in acting, stunt choreography, directing, cinematography,
animation, scriptwriting, storytelling, and professional studio production.
Skills & Experience
Martial Arts – 94%
The Best Equipment – 92%
Physical Training – 89%
Karate & Martial Arts Programs
Kids Karate Group
Building confidence, discipline, and focus for young warriors.
Teen & Adult Karate
Traditional training for strength, balance, and mastery.
Traditional Karate
Rooted in culture, discipline, and precise technique.
Jiu Jitsu Group
Grappling, submissions, and real‑world self‑defense.
Mixed Martial Arts
Striking, grappling, conditioning — full combat training.
Self Defense
Practical techniques for real‑world protection.
New Breed Open Class
June 12 – June 30
10 AM – 5 PM
Join Harlem’s most powerful martial arts and film training experience.
Learn karate, boxing, jiu‑jitsu, stunt choreography, acting, and filmmaking — all in one unified program.