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All-Star Taekwon-Do & Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in West Caldwell, New Jersey
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule allstartkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (862) 216-0697
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have been a student of Master Malefyt for over 10 years, and I highly recommend Master Malefyt as a Taekwon Do instructor for adults and children alike.”
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What students say
“Master Malefyt has a gem of a school here, which manages to bring out the best in everyone, and really motivate and improve each student.”
From the reviews
The best martial arts school in the Tri-State region. It is a great privilege to train under Master Malefyt, who is a 7th degree black belt AND very nice to boot. The rates are extremely reasonable, too. The classes include everybody, from young to old.
Excellent instruction in a very positive and constructive environment. Master Malefyt is an 8th Dan (Degree) Black Belt in Taekwon Do and has over 40 years of experience in the martial arts.
Master Malefyt has a gem of a school here, which manages to bring out the best in everyone, and really motivate and improve each student.
New to taekwondo? Start at All-Star Taekwon-Do & Self-Defense
All-Star Taekwon-Do & Self-Defense 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 All-Star Taekwon-Do & Self-Defense
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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