Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts School in Jersey City
Established in 1990, JANG STAR TAEKWONDO SCHOOL has served as Jersey City's trusted martial arts institution, dedicated to fostering personal growth through Taekwondo and Hapkido. Our programs cater to all ages, from toddlers to adults, emphasizing discipline, confidence, and physical fitness. With a focus on core values like respect, patience, and leadership, we provide structured training that combines traditional techniques with modern self-defense skills. Our experienced instructors, including Founder Grand Master Soon Kil Jang, create a supportive environment where students develop life skills applicable beyond the mat.The school's Demo Team showcases the artistry and power of Taekwondo through dynamic performances, promoting teamwork and school pride. We offer flexible programs including summer camps that integrate martial arts with character-building activities, ensuring a holistic approach to development. Our commitment to affordability ensures high-quality training remains accessible to all families in the community.
Services
Peewee Taekwondo
Kids Taekwondo
Teens & Adults Taekwondo
Hapkido
TKD Summer Camp
Demo Team
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer age-specific programs from toddlers to adults with proven curriculum
- Our instructors include Grand Master Soon Kil Jang with decades of martial arts experience
- We combine traditional techniques with modern self-defense applications
- We emphasize character development alongside physical training
- We provide summer camps integrating martial arts with holistic child development
Services
Peewee Taekwondo
Our Peewee Taekwondo program introduces children aged 2.5-5 to martial arts fundamentals through playful drills. This class develops coordination, listening skills, and early discipline while making learning fun. The structured environment helps young students build confidence and social skills through movement-based activities.
Kids Taekwondo
Designed for ages 6-11, our Kids Taekwondo classes combine physical fitness with character development. Students learn traditional techniques while building discipline, confidence, and respect. The curriculum focuses on foundational martial arts skills and life lessons applicable to school and home environments.
Teens & Adults Taekwondo
Our Teens & Adults program offers dynamic training for all experience levels, focusing on strength development and stress relief. Participants learn practical self-defense techniques while improving physical fitness in a supportive community setting. Classes emphasize personal growth through traditional Taekwondo principles.
Hapkido
Hapkido instruction combines joint locks, throws, and kicking techniques for comprehensive self-defense training. This Korean martial art develops coordination and control while teaching practical defense strategies. Students progress through structured lessons that build both physical skills and situational awareness.
TKD Summer Camp
Our summer camp program blends Taekwondo training with character-building activities and creative projects. Open to all skill levels, the camp keeps children active while developing confidence and social skills. The curriculum integrates martial arts instruction with team-building games and leadership development exercises.
People
Grand Master Soon Kil Jang
Founder & President
With over 30 years of martial arts experience, Grand Master Jang established JANG STAR TAEKWONDO SCHOOL in 1990. He has trained numerous students in Taekwondo and Hapkido, emphasizing traditional values and modern applications. His leadership focuses on community development through martial arts education.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We offer programs for toddlers (2.5+), children (6-11), teens, and adults with appropriate curriculum for each level.
Do I need prior martial arts experience?
No prior experience is required. Our classes accommodate beginners while offering progression paths for returning students.
What benefits can students expect?
Students develop discipline, confidence, physical fitness, and self-defense skills while learning respect and leadership principles.
Are there performance opportunities?
Our Demo Team provides performance opportunities featuring forms, board breaking, and synchronized techniques for interested students.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, our TKD Summer Camp combines martial arts training with games, crafts, and character-building activities for all skill levels.
How can I visit the school?
Visit our location at 299 Central Avenue, Jersey City, NJ to meet instructors, tour facilities, and observe active classes.
