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Wushu Taekwon-Do Academy
5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in White House Station, New Jersey
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — 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 →
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 martialartsofnj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (732) 789-4744
Hours
| Monday | 5:45–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:45–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:45–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:45–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–7:15 PM |
| Saturday | 8:15–9:45 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Excellent environment and a great group of instructors led by Christopher Leyesa that challenge kids to improve every class.”
“Outstanding smaller studio teaching both Wushu and Taekwon-Do to all levels of children, teens, and adults.”
“WTA has high quality Tae Kwon Do, Wushu, and self-defense classes.”
Other martial arts here
“WTA has high quality Tae Kwon Do, Wushu, and self-defense classes.”
What students say
“Leyesa and his instructors provide excellent training, a welcoming atmosphere, and tremendous martial arts expertise.”
“If you or your child is looking for a great family friendly environment to learn martial arts, from ITF Taekwondo & Wushu to a more calming Tai Chi this is the place to go.”
“He also encourages students to compete in tournaments and seminars to enrich the learning experience further.”
“Wushu Taekwondo Academy is wonderful place for children and adults to learn discipline, martial arts, and leadership.”
From the reviews
Outstanding smaller studio teaching both Wushu and Taekwon-Do to all levels of children, teens, and adults. My son and niece have been learning TKD here with owner Chris Leyesa and his team of instructors and senior students for almost 3 years, which has had a profound positive impact on them while growing up.
The Wush Taekwon-Do Academy is an outstanding martial arts school. Mr. Leyesa and his instructors provide excellent training, a welcoming atmosphere, and tremendous martial arts expertise. I cannot recommend this school more strongly! Please go and take a class - you will love it!
Mr. Leyesa is a pro and obviously loves what he does. My son has studied Taekwon-Do at WTA from February of 2015 to June of 2020. In June of 2020 my son began studying the Chinese Martial Art of Wushu at WTA. Each class he attends, he's pushed to do his personal best. Mr.
If you or your child is looking for a great family friendly environment to learn martial arts, from ITF Taekwondo & Wushu to a more calming Tai Chi this is the place to go.
New to taekwondo? Start at Wushu Taekwon-Do Academy
Wushu Taekwon-Do 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 Wushu Taekwon-Do 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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