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Yong In Elite Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Norwood, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • 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 yonginelitetkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (201) 767-0705

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 10:30 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–2 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 Yong In Elite Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 14 mentions

“My wife and I have been looking for excellent Tae Kwon Do Master around north Bergen area since we moved from Westchester 3 years ago for my 3 kids.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“And it is like private lesson.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“We are very satisfied about training at class on focus, respect and self defense etc.”

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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 Yong In Elite Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“We are very satisfied about training at class on focus, respect and self defense etc.”

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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 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 6 mentions

“Master Song creates a great learning environment for all ages and his classes focus on growing mental fortitude in addition to physical techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“Our son and daughter love taking classes and have learned so much about self discipline.”

certified & recognized school 18 mentions

“My wife and I have been looking for excellent Tae Kwon Do Master around north Bergen area since we moved from Westchester 3 years ago for my 3 kids.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 16 mentions

“Master Song creates a great learning environment for all ages and his classes focus on growing mental fortitude in addition to physical techniques.”

From the reviews

My wife and I have been looking for excellent Tae Kwon Do Master around north Bergen area since we moved from Westchester 3 years ago for my 3 kids. Finally, we found master Song. He is one of the greatest martial arts master in state with technics, spirits and teaching skills for kids.

★★★★★ — Gazzek, Sep 2013

My 3 children are a current students of Yong-In Elite TKD and they loves it. It is one of the best martial art schools in the area. The instructor has over 30 years of experience in the field and is really averse in Martial Arts. If you are looking for a place to learn Yong-In is the best by far

★★★★★ — Raheja, Sep 2013

Yong In Elite is excellent! Master Song is a wonderful teacher and motivator who gives each child personal attention and instruction. Our boys have learned a lot and have increased their self discipline and respect. We highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Victoria, Feb 2021

Master Song brings out the best in your child. We are so happy with this school! Our son and daughter love taking classes and have learned so much about self discipline. We highly recommend!!

★★★★★ — Dennis, Aug 2019

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New to taekwondo? Start at Yong In Elite Taekwondo

Yong In Elite Taekwondo 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.

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Your first taekwondo class at Yong In Elite Taekwondo

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 Yong In Elite Taekwondo

553 Livingston St, Norwood, NJ07648

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