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Elite Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Hadley, Massachusetts
Plan your first class
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialartshadley.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 413-387-0707
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Master Lee is truly a master - not only of the art of Taekwondo, but he is a master of keeping children (and adults) engaged, excited, and energized.”
“I highly recommend this and my kids love earning new belts and moving to the advanced classes.”
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What students say
“I’m so happy I found this dojang in the Valley- Master Lee and Dr. Kim are amazing people and teachers of tae kwon do.”
“They truly know their stuff, provide a supportive atmosphere, and make class fun while pushing every kiddo to the height of his or her potential.”
“He doesn’t just teach you the moves, but also incorporates techniques that can be used in real life for your benefit within the curriculum.”
“We struggled for a long time to find an after school activity that he liked, but from day 1 with Master Lee and Dr Kim he has looked forward to his next class every time.”
“I have the utmost respect for their accomplishments in life, and they bring all of their talents into the dojang to teach their students with the absolute most respect.”
From the reviews
I’m so happy I found this dojang in the Valley- Master Lee and Dr. Kim are amazing people and teachers of tae kwon do. They work really hard to provide the most engaging and fun classes, and their dedication to each and every student shows.
Master Lee as well as the staff have helped to create a fun learning environment for every student and parent that comes to his classes. He has created a learning environment that is enjoyable but also safe due to the amount of care he takes into teaching this craft.
Master Lee is a very bright and energetic person. As an instructor, he is very engaging and helpful. He doesn’t just teach you the moves, but also incorporates techniques that can be used in real life for your benefit within the curriculum.
Master Lee and Dr. Kim have dedicated their lives to being great teachers. They work really hard to provide a positive environment with a great curriculum for both kids and adults. Would highly recommend to anyone that is interested in martial arts!
New to taekwondo? Start at Elite Taekwondo
Elite Taekwondo 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 Elite 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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