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American Korean Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Teaneck, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Free trial Kids & teens

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 3–17) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
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  • Website & schedule americantkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 201-837-0082

Hours

Monday 2–8 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 2–8 pm
Thursday 2–8 pm
Friday 2–7:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–1 pm
Sunday 8:30 am–12:30 pm

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at American Korean Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 38 mentions

“Master James is not only the best Master I have met in this journey of finding a good school for my son but he is the most personable and most humble I’ve met!”

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Teens

“I also studied Taekwondo as a teenager.”

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🎬 Demo Team

“I've seen many of his high belt students move on to competitions, winning awards in forms and breaking boards.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at American Korean Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 37 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 11 mentions

“Master James is not only the best Master I have met in this journey of finding a good school for my son but he is the most personable and most humble I’ve met!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 13 mentions

“Master James is not only the best Master I have met in this journey of finding a good school for my son but he is the most personable and most humble I’ve met!”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“The teacher always takes the time to ensure we understand each technique properly and emphasizes respect, confidence, and self-control both inside and outside the dojo.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“My daughter and I love American Korean Taekwondo in Teaneck!”

certified & recognized school 24 mentions

“Master James is not only the best Master I have met in this journey of finding a good school for my son but he is the most personable and most humble I’ve met!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 35 mentions

“He is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and motivating, creating an environment where children learn discipline, confidence, and respect while having fun.”

From the reviews

I enrolled my daughter in this school when when she was 3 years old, and she's going to be 5 this August. I've seen the change in her behavior. She's more desciplined, more focus and self reliant, and l've received many positive feedbacks from her teachers in Pre-K. Master James is a great teacher.

★★★★★ — Christina, Oct 2019

This has to be your first choice for a Taekwondo School. They have the best Master anyone could ask for. My kids started Taekwondo right after Covid and they’ve loved it since they started. They got much more confident after starting Taekwondo and are excited to take it every week.

★★★★★ — Lanfang, Oct 2025

Master James is not only the best Master I have met in this journey of finding a good school for my son but he is the most personable and most humble I’ve met! He is so good with the kids stern in his teachings but understanding. Makes them feel comfortable and makes sure they learn.

★★★★★ — Jadys, Jul 2022

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Incredible Experience from the Start! My son began training with Master James when he was just 3 years old, and now at 8 he’s proudly working toward his black belt!

★★★★★ — Tiana, Oct 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at American Korean Taekwondo

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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find American Korean Taekwondo

1560 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ07666

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