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US Family Taekwondo Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Mt Pocono, Pennsylvania
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ustcnj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 570-972-0880
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 2–9 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9 pm |
| Friday | 2–9 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30–4 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30–4 pm |
The classes they run
“My son was a student of Master Kim for many years in NJ, and I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences he’s ever had.”
“Throughout the years, my son gained so much more than physical strength and self-defense skills; he developed confidence, focus, and a strong sense of responsibility.”
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“Throughout the years, my son gained so much more than physical strength and self-defense skills; he developed confidence, focus, and a strong sense of responsibility.”
What students say
“Master Kim isn't just a great teacher, but an excellent human being that brings a lot of discipline, and well manners in which he teaches and demands of his students.”
“Master Kim has a unique way of motivating students of all ages and helping them reach their full potential while making every class fun and engaging.”
“Adults and kids are so supportive of one another and fosters a positive environment and outlook on life.”
“Grand Master Kim and his staff, has amazing professionalism, techniques and teaching has developed confidence in both my boys.”
“If you want your children to be more discipline, and also learn self defense, then this is the perfect class for your children.”
“Master Kim and senior leadership students all demonstrate great knowledge and patience with all students during class while teaching the art of Taekwando.”
From the reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Experience with Master Kim and U.S. Family Taekwondo Center! My son was a student of Master Kim for many years in NJ, and I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences he’s ever had.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My son has been attending U.S. Family Taekwondo for about six months, and the experience has been incredible. He had never taken martial arts before, but since starting we’ve seen a huge improvement not only in his Taekwondo skills but also in his confidence, discipline, and everyday life.
Having an actual ex-olimpic master training your kids carries enough weight. Master Kim isn't just a great teacher, but an excellent human being that brings a lot of discipline, and well manners in which he teaches and demands of his students. He cares about his students even when they aren't in class.
Wonderful family oriented place. Teaches the kids discipline while having fun. My daughter love watching television until Master Kim said read more. It’s non stop reading now. She remembers everything Master Kim says. It’s a great place for kids to learn self defense and confidence.
New to taekwondo? Start at US Family Taekwondo Center
US Family Taekwondo Center 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 US Family Taekwondo Center
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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