It's the worst place to send kids…read more Arrogant instructors. Does not really pay attention to the kids who don't show up.

My 2 kids and I all got our black belts here many years ago. We loved the program, the instructors,…read morethe "friendly formality" (everyone refers to one another as "m'am" and "sir") and the community. There are a several (optional) pot luck dinners throughout the year, an especially fun Halloween event, and "parents night out" parties. Classes often end with a "game" that is actually practice for skills like balance and speed. I am trying to find the time to start up (over!!!) again at the new Lawrenceville location. Be aware that you will have to pay "testing fees" in addition to the monthly cost in order to level up, but this normal for martial arts.

Our daughters are ages 3 & 5, and I'm a big proponent of children learning martial arts at an…read moreearlier age for discipline. Master Parks provides a perfect combination of discipline, exercise and fun. Our girls absolutely love taekwondo. The instructors are really good with the kids. Including those children on the spectrum. The first class is free and provides the instructors an opportunity to assess the child, and allows you an opportunity to see if your child would enjoy. Our girls just had there first color belt testing, and it blows my mind that a 3 year old is breaking boards and practicing at home. Strongly recommended!

My son attended MPBBA in Marlboro on Main street for over 7 years and has a second degree black…read morebelt. He was involved in numerous activities at MPBBA, including the demo team and worked there as an instructor. So we have extensive experience with this place. Unfortunately, MPBBA has gone dramatically downhill over the last 4 years or so, mostly due to the actions of the owner - Master Steve Park. The school used to have some incredible masters - Master Kang and Master Yoo; however, Master Kang now has his own school and Master Yoo teaches at another location. MPBBA was great for smaller kids, but significantly loses its value as students become better and older, as there is really no one there to teach them. Master Steve Park himself is a horrible instructor these days, who enjoys the sound of his own voice more than actually teaching taekwondo skills and does not mind screaming at students. He was even more nasty with the older kids, wasting time with stupid life lessons (such as "who needs college?") and screaming at them in rage when they did something wrong. My son made the final decision to quit after he could no longer put up with Master Steve Park and his antics and after being screamed at with rage and hatred after missing a few board breaks at a demo team performance. The belt testing here is a joke and belts are generally given away in exchange for paying the testing fees. Some students are truly outstanding; however, they are the minority. I sat through two black belt testing events and was amazed how kids and adults who could barely do one complete push up and could not get their leg up above their knee for kicks were getting black belts. Master Steve puts on a show, but at the end of the day, every single person gets a black belt, no one ever fails anything, whether they could actually do something or not. It is a joke. Finally, from a financial standpoint, this place is a rip-off. I was paying $300 a month and my son was mostly being asked to teach so he did not have time to take classes. So I was paying $300 a month to MPBBA for my son to work for them! They also tricked us into signing a two year contract, knowing full well that my son was going to go to college in less than 1.5 years. MPBBA used to be a great school with incredible masters and great camaraderie among everyone. Unfortunately, Master Steve Park has completely destroyed all of this. I would not recommend MPBBA to anyone these days. If you want a great school, check out Master Kang's.

I walked in thinking this was another average martial arts school, but when I entered kids where…read moredoing kicks and flips and kicking and flipping together; it was amazing!!! I have never seen children with more talent anywhere else. I rate this place a five star because the dedication the masters have and as well as the students. Everyone is focused and disciplined. Top five martial places Ive ever seen!!!

This is the BEST TKD training center! All of the instructors are fully kukkiwon certified and…read moreexcellent! You cannot find a better place for your children and yourself to learn REAL TaeKwonDo! There is a genuine family atmosphere here!

You interested in Martial Arts then Coach Coach Max Wang is the most proficient instructor I've…read moreever trained with. His skills and methods are absolutely outstanding. His knowledge is well worth the training he shares. Sifu Rick Tucci chose an exemplary master teacher. Rick Tucci is an icon in the martial arts world. You would not be able to experience a more knowledgeable school or instructor. This is the one.

I'm sharing my experience with both billing and program structure…read more From a billing standpoint, I enrolled at a discounted rate secured through an upfront payment. On early termination, I was still required to pay a fee for months not attended, and that fee was calculated using the non‑discounted rate rather than the rate I had prepaid for. The combined effect was a higher charge applied to unused time. This was confirmed as standard policy, and no adjustment was made. From a training perspective, progression was not clearly defined. A curriculum existed but was only shared upon request, and classes did not make sequencing or advancement explicit. Without a grading system or clear milestones, it was difficult to understand how skills were intended to build over time. Overall, this combination significantly impacts the value of the program relative to its cost. Prospective members should look closely at both the billing terms and how progression is structured before enrolling.

I have trained under many masters, even masters in Korea for about 23 years, and I truly appreciate…read moremaster Phil's professionalism, expertise, authenticity and genuine love for his students and the art. Not only can master Phil teach young children and adult new comers the disciplines of TKD, but he can also teach and help experienced black belts focus on small nuances and unfold greater potential. I've developed specific techniques that added to my skill sets and move closer to perfecting forms and sparring. As an experienced black belt, I highly recommend him.

Joining Master Taekwondo is one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. Master Phil is…read morean exceptional teacher and mentor. Both humble and understanding, he goes above and beyond to share his knowledge of Taekwondo. He is transparent about costs and how he compares to others in the industry. Master Phil excels at making people become the best version of themselves both in and outside of the gym. His teaching style is unparalleled. He has multiple ways to explain a technique or movement to the student depending on their interests/hobbies and notices every single detail to help improve a student's execution. He personally guides you through each training session and quips little jokes here and there. The gym itself is spacious and has high quality training gear. Master Taekwondo is a welcoming environment for anyone of all ages and walks of life. Whether you are a complete beginner like I was or an experienced martial artist or simply just looking for a good workout, Master Taekwondo is the perfect fit that you will quickly learn to call home.

My 2 boys have been enrolled here for the last 2 years. prior to that they were in another school…read morewhich did not have the discipline and the enthusiasm and was more like a day care center By getting them enrolled here has been a very positive experience for my boys. They are in great shape, able to defend themselves and confident in their approach to life due to the wonderful teachings of Master Steven and the staff. They are lucky to be trained by a world champion and I would highly recommend this academy without any hesitation

The adult class is awesome. They welcome people of all training levels. The instructor keeps…read moreeveryone engaged and motivated. I really enjoyed my class. First trial class is free - is not currently a sparing class. You do a lot of conditioning and bag work. It's such a great place and hidden gem.