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Taekwondo Elite

4.9 ★★★★★ 127 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Hillsborough Township, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Sparring Competition team

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 4–12) — 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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • 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 tkdelite.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 908-359-0441

Hours

Monday 4–9 pm
Tuesday 4–9 pm
Wednesday 4–9 pm
Thursday 4–9 pm
Friday 4–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Taekwondo Elite, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 21 mentions

“My son has been attending the Pee Wee classes for two years, and we’ve seen remarkable improvement thanks to the instructors’ dedication, patience, and expertise.”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“My son has been attending the Pee Wee classes for two years, and we’ve seen remarkable improvement thanks to the instructors’ dedication, patience, and expertise.”

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🥊 Sparring 2 mentions

“I've made significant progress in every aspect over the last three years, including sparring, strength, flexibility, agility, and general confidence.”

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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 Taekwondo Elite — 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 127 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“On my first day, due to my timid nature, naturally, I was shy, but after a few minutes in the free trial class, I knew this was a good place to train.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 16 mentions

“Master Arkadiy and his team are fantastic teachers, focusing on discipline, student performance, and advancement while maintaining a fun and friendly environment.”

📘 strong forms & technique 4 mentions

“The instructors here are true professionals—they know how to approach each child, teaching not only technique but also discipline, respect, and self-confidence.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The classes are well-structured, with a perfect balance of technique training, conditioning, and sparring.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“We’ve seen a remarkable improvement in my son’s confidence and self-control.”

certified & recognized school 12 mentions

“Master Arkadiy and his team were dear mentors who consistently pushed me for success, aside from having a great sense of humour as well :) Definitely stop by and check them out!”

From the reviews

In regard to Taekwondo Elite ... just WOW!!! Now, I am wondering how I ever lived with my past physical capabilities and mindset. Personally, I've never been an athletic person, yet, like how a bird yearns for the boundless sky, or how a dog yearns for the love and companionship of its owner, I always yearned for just…

★★★★★ — Tejas, Sep 2025

Elite Taekwondo has been a part of my daughter's life for nine years, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. The school has helped her build discipline, confidence, and self-motivation. The master is a remarkable guide, fostering a supportive environment where students can find their voices without pressure.

★★★★★ — Shanthi, Aug 2024

My son recently started attending martial arts classes at Elite and I am extremely happy with my experience so far. Mr. Akardi is not only a master of his craft but also an exceptional teacher who creates a positive and encouraging atmosphere. My son is always looking forward to attending the class with enthusiasm.

★★★★★ — Dipti, Feb 2024

Taekwondo Elite is such a great place for all ages to learn taekwondo! I spent about 10 years at the Hillsborough location, and thanks to all the instructors and Master Arkadiy, I’ve gained so many valuable life skills like respect and discipline that I still carry with me today.

★★★★★ — Evelyn, Nov 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Taekwondo Elite

Taekwondo Elite 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Taekwondo Elite

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 Taekwondo Elite

170 Township Line Rd A2A, Hillsborough Township, NJ08844

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