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Adirondack Taekwondo & Fitness Center, Inc
4.9 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Clifton Park, New York
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 6–12) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule adktkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 518-373-0442
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 3–5 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Yuhasz supports taekwondo development and skills while at the same time delivering great life stories and lessons teaching children how to be good people.”
“My son especially looks forward to the annual board breaking competition and being challenged during class.”
“Adirondack TaeKwonDo sets itself apart by emphasizing real-life self-defense skills, incorporating practical examples that truly resonate with the students.”
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“Adirondack TaeKwonDo sets itself apart by emphasizing real-life self-defense skills, incorporating practical examples that truly resonate with the students.”
What students say
“Master Yuhasz and his staff do a great job at engaging the students and making taekwondo fun, while also teaching them valuable life skills like focus and discipline.”
“The staff and instructors are incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating an atmosphere that extends to the parents as well.”
“Master Yuhasz supports taekwondo development and skills while at the same time delivering great life stories and lessons teaching children how to be good people.”
“He loves learning new forms, sparring and being on the Demonstration Team.”
“I was very impressed with how much my child's confidence grew as a result of the training they received in the classes.”
“Master Yuhasz and his staff do a great job at engaging the students and making taekwondo fun, while also teaching them valuable life skills like focus and discipline.”
From the reviews
In business, it's crucial to have a sound mind and find peace amidst the hectic nature of running a business. For me, Adirondack TaeKwonDo has become that place. Seeing my children happy and thriving as they learn martial arts brings me immense joy and contentment.
From the moment you walk through a door of the Adirondack Taekwondo & Fitness Center. You will find a friendly and welcoming school with impressive training for anyone from young children to adults. They have classes that are flexible and suitable for any busy schedule.
My son took a trial class at two schools. He said the first school was okay. Two days later he took a class at Adirondack Taekwondo. When class was done, he quickly walked over to me and said I love it here! I want to go here! It is the best decision we made for our son.
Master Yuhasz from Adirondack Taekwondo was absolutely outstanding when he volunteered to teach our K-5 PE classes at Tesago this week! His energy was contagious, keeping every student engaged and excited to participate.
New to taekwondo? Start at Adirondack Taekwondo & Fitness Center, Inc
Adirondack Taekwondo & Fitness Center, Inc comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at Adirondack Taekwondo & Fitness Center, Inc
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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