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ATA Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Magnolia, New Jersey
Part of ATA Martial Arts
Style / system: ATA / Songahm — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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 somerdaleata.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (856) 208-7166
Hours
| Monday | 1–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–9 PM |
| Thursday | 1–9 PM |
| Friday | 1–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Within two months of his leadership, my grandson is developing confidence in himself; becoming more focused and learning to interact well with his peers.”
“Our Girl Scout troop had a two hour self defense class with John today.”
“In only 8 classes, he earned his first stripe on his white belt!”
Other martial arts here
“Not only does he teach karate, he incorporates life lessons into every session.”
“Our Girl Scout troop had a two hour self defense class with John today.”
What students say
“Sklenar is an exceptional instructor. He’s very patient and takes interest in the children’s development on and off the taekwondo mat.”
“He is RESPECTFUL, KIND, PROMOTES FAMILY AND TEAMWORK, and ALL AROUND a CARING instructor.”
“My son joined ATA somerdale 4 months ago and loves every class he attended.”
“His sessions are something he looks forward to and he can't wait to keep growing through ATA!”
“Within two months of his leadership, my grandson is developing confidence in himself; becoming more focused and learning to interact well with his peers.”
From the reviews
My son joined ATA somerdale 4 months ago and loves every class he attended. Mr Skelnard makes ever class fun and engaging for every student! We love ATA Martial Art Somerdale!
ATA is a great facility and Mr Sklenar is a great teacher. My girls love him because he discipline them to be respectful and responsible.
🌟 Amazing Taekwondo Experience at ATA Somerdale! 🌟 My child has been attending ATA Somerdale under the guidance of Mr. Sklenar, and I couldn’t be more grateful. Mr. Sklenar is not only an excellent Taekwondo coach but also a wonderful mentor who teaches valuable life lessons along with martial arts.
We LOVE this academy! Mr. Sklenar is an exceptional instructor. He’s very patient and takes interest in the children’s development on and off the taekwondo mat. My son loves him and his classes. I would highly recommend bringing your child here as they will learn and grow in skill and respect.
New to taekwondo? Start at ATA Martial Arts
ATA Martial Arts 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 ATA Martial Arts
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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