How many taekwondo schools are in New Jersey?

Our directory lists 234 taekwondo schools across 157 cities in New Jersey. The cities with the most are Clifton (6), Randolph (5), Edison (4).

How much do taekwondo classes cost a month in New Jersey?

Among New Jersey schools that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $25–$199 (median around $90), usually with a uniform and periodic belt-testing fees on top. Prices vary by school and how often you train, and many schools don't post online — so check the school's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.

Are free trial classes available in New Jersey?

Yes — 86 schools in New Jersey advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you enroll; confirm the current offer on the school's site.

Can beginners and kids start taekwondo in New Jersey?

Absolutely — taekwondo welcomes all ages and levels, and it's one of America's most popular martial arts for kids. 145 New Jersey schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly, and 216 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or flexible to start, and every student begins as a white belt.

Do I need to be fit or flexible to start taekwondo?

No. You can start with no fitness base and no experience — classes build your strength, flexibility, and coordination over time. You begin with the fundamentals — stances, blocks, kicks, and forms (poomsae) — at your own pace. Sparring (kyorugi) is introduced gradually with protective gear, and a good school never rushes beginners into it. Taekwondo is built on respect and discipline, so everyone trains at their own level.

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Taekwondo Classes in New Jersey

234 taekwondo schools across 157 cities in New Jersey — including 86 with a free trial, 145 beginner-friendly, and 216 with kids' classes. Pick a city for full listings with student reviews, live open-now hours, and the classes each school runs — or browse the map.

Taekwondo — Korea's Olympic martial art — is now America's most popular martial art for kids, and New Jersey has schools for every reason people train: a child's first white belt, discipline and focus, fitness and self-defense, women's classes, or the competition and demo team. You don't need to be fit or flexible to walk in; all ages and levels are welcome, and everyone starts as a white belt.

Cities in New Jersey

Featured taekwondo schools in New Jersey

Ranked by what students say — Google rating weighted by review count. See the full best-of-New Jersey ranking →

ZENTAI Martial Arts - North Arlington

5 ★★★★★ 464 reviews

575 Ridge Rd, North Arlington, NJ

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Taekwondo school Free trial Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

Jang Star Taekwondo School

5 ★★★★★ 378 reviews

299 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ

Ages 6–11

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

Amerikick Princeton

5 ★★★★★ 321 reviews

2901 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Taekwondo school Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ

4.9 ★★★★★ 313 reviews

2020 Morris Ave, Union, NJ

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

Korean Tiger Studios

5 ★★★★★ 257 reviews

166 Main St Fl 2, Fort Lee, NJ

Ages 3–16

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts - Dayton

4.9 ★★★★★ 245 reviews

485 Georges Rd #117, Dayton, NJ

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–12

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

More ways to train in New Jersey

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Taekwondo for beginners — 145 beginner-friendly schools in New Jersey, ready for your first class
Kids & teen taekwondo — 216 schools in New Jersey with youth programs
Free trial classes — 86 schools in New Jersey offer a free trial or intro class
Women's taekwondo — 2 schools in New Jersey with women's classes
Browse taekwondo class types — kids', beginners', women's, private lessons, sparring, forms, competition team and more
ATA Martial Arts locations in New Jersey (3)

Taekwondo programs in New Jersey

Find the class that fits — whether you're starting from zero, bringing the kids, or chasing your first competition.

Other martial arts trained in New Jersey

Many taekwondo schools are multi-art. Here's what else New Jersey schools teach under the same roof.

🛡️ Self-Defense (153 in New Jersey)
🎽 Karate (92 in New Jersey)
🦵 Kickboxing (57 in New Jersey)
🤼 Jiu-Jitsu (23 in New Jersey)
🏟️ MMA (20 in New Jersey)
🥋 Judo (11 in New Jersey)
🥷 Hapkido (10 in New Jersey)

Taekwondo in New Jersey: common questions

How many taekwondo schools are in New Jersey?: Our directory lists 234 taekwondo schools across 157 cities in New Jersey. The cities with the most are Clifton (6), Randolph (5), Edison (4).
How much do taekwondo classes cost a month in New Jersey?: Among New Jersey schools that publish a rate, monthly memberships run about $25–$199 (median around $90), usually with a uniform and periodic belt-testing fees on top. Prices vary by school and how often you train, and many schools don't post online — so check the school's own schedule. Our cost guide breaks down what to expect.
Are free trial classes available in New Jersey?: Yes — 86 schools in New Jersey advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro week. It's the low-pressure way to try a class before you enroll; confirm the current offer on the school's site.
Can beginners and kids start taekwondo in New Jersey?: Absolutely — taekwondo welcomes all ages and levels, and it's one of America's most popular martial arts for kids. 145 New Jersey schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly, and 216 run kids' or youth programs. You don't need to be fit or flexible to start, and every student begins as a white belt.
Do I need to be fit or flexible to start taekwondo?: No. You can start with no fitness base and no experience — classes build your strength, flexibility, and coordination over time. You begin with the fundamentals — stances, blocks, kicks, and forms (poomsae) — at your own pace. Sparring (kyorugi) is introduced gradually with protective gear, and a good school never rushes beginners into it. Taekwondo is built on respect and discipline, so everyone trains at their own level.

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