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Elite Martial Arts - Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 117 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Franklin Lakes, 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
- 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 — 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 elitetkd.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 201-848-8585
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This place shows children the way to respect, support and the way teamwork should be and has implemented great strategies for children to grow into adults.”
“My 10yo boy has been attending since first grade and his 4yo little sister just started in Elite’s Tiny Tigers program.”
“If you are considering to try your hand at this ancient art of dialed in sparring, Elite Martial Arts academy is the first and final step for all ages!”
“The variety of programs, including sparring, forms, and self-defense, keeps him motivated and excited to learn.”
“They organized a drop off movie night, Halloween party and a great belt promotion ceremony !”
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“The variety of programs, including sparring, forms, and self-defense, keeps him motivated and excited to learn.”
What students say
“If you are considering to try your hand at this ancient art of dialed in sparring, Elite Martial Arts academy is the first and final step for all ages!”
“He is far more confident and can do so many things he didn't think he would ever be able to do thanks in very large part to our Elite family.”
“The variety of programs, including sparring, forms, and self-defense, keeps him motivated and excited to learn.”
“Master Lee balances classes perfectly between a cardio workout, and martial arts skills; it was exactly what I was looking for.”
“They have played a significant role in my son's growth, helping him develop discipline, confidence, and resilience over the years.”
“Sparring classes bring it all together with the opportunity to "get in the ring" and build perception, reflexes, and endurance in friendly competition.”
From the reviews
Elite Martial Arts is the absolute best for both kids and adults! My son and I train have been training there together for years and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Head Master Lee, Master Sim, Master Cathy and all of the instructors.
My daughter had gained so much confidence, gets great workouts and has learned an extra dose of respect & determination. The staff at Elite is top notch. They’re patient, encouraging and knowledgeable! I highly recommend this Martial Arts Studio!!
Our experience with Master Lee, Master Tek, Master Kathy, and all the instructors at the entire Elite academy started as most do. Our daughters friend went there, so our daughter wanted to go. We tried the free trial classes and signed her up right away.
We are so incredibly happy with Elite Martial Arts and their staff. I have been doing martial arts for over 20 years, and this is one of the best studios I have ever been associated with.
New to taekwondo? Start at Elite Martial Arts - Taekwondo
Elite Martial Arts - Taekwondo comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Elite Martial Arts - 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.
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