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Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chesapeake, Virginia
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
- Membership memberships run around $110/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4–5) — 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's taekwondo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule virginiatkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 757-558-9869
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 | 9:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Life-Changing Experience Joining Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been a game-changer for my son and our family.”
“Alana Glass is so very helpful and very communicative when it’s time to schedule private lessons, renew membership, and sales of merchandise.”
“I am so grateful she has found something she truly loves and a mentor who is preparing her not just for the next belt, but for the real world.”
“It's not just about earning stripes and gaining a belt.”
Other martial arts here
“Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Life-Changing Experience Joining Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been a game-changer for my son and our family.”
What students say
“The camaraderie and support among the students and parents create a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere, making the academy not just a place to train, but a second home.”
“Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Life-Changing Experience Joining Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy has been a game-changer for my son and our family.”
“Life isn’t all sugar cookies and rainbows, and he understands that he’s not just teaching kicks and forms—he’s helping shape character, resilience, discipline, and confidence.”
“We've been here for over three years now, and I've seen my son blossom into a more disciplined, confident, and respectful young man.”
“One of the best parts is how the discipline and respect taught in class are carrying over at home—his little brother has already started mimicking his “yes sirs.”
From the reviews
We have been sending our daughter to this academy for 6 years already. We love this academy. Mr. Baker not only teaches the children Taekwondo and Jiu jitsu, he also teaches them life principles. Mr. Baker and his team are very professional, fair, and brings out the best in each child.
Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy: A Beacon of Excellence in Martial Arts and Character Building Having been a part of the Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy for over three years, I can wholeheartedly attest to the transformative impact this institution has had on my son's life.
Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy Review My son has been attending Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy for less than a year, and it has been an incredible experience for him. Being smaller than his peers, team sports have always been a challenge, but martial arts has given him a place where he can thrive.
Mr. Baker and the entire TaeKwonDo instructor staff are nothing short of exceptional in every facet of this academy. Their ability to connect with the students, even at the earliest ages, is truly impressive. Beyond the valuable physical training they receive, Mr.
New to taekwondo? Start at Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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 Virginia TaeKwonDo & Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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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