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Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 313 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Union, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule unionuta.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (908) 687-5559
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter and my niece went here for about 2 years, and I myself have taken SAMI seminars here for adults, in addition to my brother (who is still currently a student).”
“Our son (4yrs old) joined Little Dragons about a week ago.”
“My daughter, MEGAN and I are in the Teen/Adult Class with 6 classes + 4 SAMI class available on a weekly basis.”
“My daughter and my niece went here for about 2 years, and I myself have taken SAMI seminars here for adults, in addition to my brother (who is still currently a student).”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“They are invited to my school in south jersey every year to contribute and support our black belt testings.”
Other martial arts here
“The instructors are amazing and have helped my son develop not only his karate skills, but also discipline and respect for others.”
“- It's definitely better than my previous gyms- LA Fitness, MAX Challenge, CKO Kickboxing, and YMCA Union.”
“- Great value for mixed martial arts classes with knowledgeable, patient, and effective instructors.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
What students say
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“It has been a positive experience for my child and 1, she loves going here and I just can’t wait to see her experience level go up.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
From the reviews
My daughter, MEGAN and I are in the Teen/Adult Class with 6 classes + 4 SAMI class available on a weekly basis. - Great value for mixed martial arts classes with knowledgeable, patient, and effective instructors. - It's definitely better than my previous gyms- LA Fitness, MAX Challenge, CKO Kickboxing, and YMCA Union.
Have been part of this school since 2016 and I highly recommend it. Instructors made the class fun and playful for the kids, but still expect the kids to follow the rules. It's a great environment for kids to build strength and confidence. Mr.
The kids program at Union UTA is excellent. The instructors are caring and top notch, and they run a very structured class with high expectations of all their students. When my son first started, he had a very hard time keeping up and in the second class he finally broke down in frustration. Mr.
We have been part of the Union UTA community for almost 3 years. We stumbled across this place - it was convenient and well-priced. While still true, those are just bonuses.
New to taekwondo? Start at Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ 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 Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
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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