The best taekwondo schools in New Jersey
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 12,432 reviews of New Jersey schools. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 ZENTAI Martial Arts - North Arlington
5 ★★★★★ 464 reviews · North Arlington, NJ
“We came for a free trial and we ended up signing up . My son is an emotional child currently in therapy .. we were looking for something to help him besides soccer .. I would say t…” — Kathy
#2 Jang Star Taekwondo School
5 ★★★★★ 378 reviews · Jersey City, NJ
“I really recommend. The Taekwondo school is very nice and they are very polite to each other and bullying is not allowed here. My children entered when they were three years old an…” — Vicky
#3 Amerikick Princeton
5 ★★★★★ 321 reviews · Lawrenceville, NJ
“First off let me say this is the best I mean the best dojo ever!!! Not only does every single Sensei take the time and effort to help our kids, they show up and stand by them outsi…” — Sophia
#4 Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 313 reviews · Union, NJ
“My daughter, MEGAN and I are in the Teen/Adult Class with 6 classes + 4 SAMI class available on a weekly basis. - Great value for mixed martial arts classes with knowledgeable, pat…” — Sha
#5 Korean Tiger Studios
5 ★★★★★ 257 reviews · Fort Lee, NJ
“First off, shoutout to Coach Jun, Ronnie, Gary, Edgar, Olivia, and Ivan for being so welcoming from my very first class!! I just started two weeks ago and it has been an amazing ex…” — Songyee
#6 Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts - Dayton
4.9 ★★★★★ 245 reviews · Dayton, NJ
“This is one of the BEST Martial Art academy with passionate trainers and great energetic support staff. Master Peter is especially amazing person. He delivers compelling motivation…” — Arun
#7 Focus Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 218 reviews · Middlesex, NJ
“Mr. Porter and his entire staff are fantastic. My daughter who is 4 started about a month ago because her therapist recommended it for focusing and behaviors. The entire staff at f…” — Samantha
#8 Elite TOMA Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 218 reviews · Randolph, NJ
“My son has attended Toma for approximately 7 years. He just recently achieved black belt. He is now enjoying classes after black belt which teach him even more leadership skills an…” — Melanie
#9 United Black Belt Academy Midland Park
5 ★★★★★ 192 reviews · Midland Park, NJ
“Best Taekwondo ever! My kids love their masters. Very professional and affectionate.” — Jinhyo
#10 US Black Belt Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 164 reviews · Lincroft, NJ
“The Masters and Black Belt instructors at this facility are absolutely professional. They are fantastic at instructing all ages. They instill discipline and respect in their studen…” — James