United Tae Kwon Do
About
United Tae Kwon Do in Hartford, CT offers traditional martial arts training with a focus on both MMA and karate disciplines. The school is led by Mr. Reiss, a second generation Taekwondo master who serves as school leader and head instructor, continuing the legacy of founder Grandmaster Moo Yong Lee. The gym provides a dedicated environment for learning traditional Taekwondo techniques and principles.
Members consistently praise the authentic training experience, noting the school's sole focus on offering traditional Taekwondo to aspirants. Both children and adults find value in the classes, with parents reporting that their children have enjoyed every session over multiple years of training. Reviewers highlight how students learn much more than just Taekwondo skills, developing broader life lessons through the martial arts practice. The coaching receives particular recognition for its dedication and wholehearted approach to the craft.
The atmosphere is described as welcoming for all ages and skill levels, with members appreciating the comprehensive training that goes beyond physical techniques. The continuity of instruction from the founder's legacy through current leadership provides a stable and respected learning environment. Those seeking traditional martial arts instruction in the Hartford area will find a school deeply committed to the art form and its students' development.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the traditional Taekwondo training, describing it as amazing and great. They specifically highlight Mr. Reiss's dedication to the craft, noting his wholehearted approach and the valuable lessons students learn beyond just physical skills. Parents report their children have enjoyed every class over multiple years of training. Reviewers emphasize the school's welcoming environment for both kids and adults seeking authentic martial arts instruction.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (4)
pavan vadali
5 years ago
Amazing school - solely focused on offering traditional Taekwondo to the aspirants.
Lisa Dugas
12 years ago
Great school!!
Sundar M
3 years ago
A great place to learn Taekwondo. In life you come across only few peole who are dedicated to the craft of doing some thing whole hartedly and with dedication. Mr. Reiss is one of them, my son's been training with him for over four years and he has enjoyed every bit of the class he has been to, and learnt so much beyond Takewondo skills
Bill Hodge
3 years ago
A great place to learn Tae Kwon Do for both kids and adults!
Contact
669A Burnside Ave, East Hartford, CT 06108, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Grandmaster Moo Yong Lee
Founder (Deceased)
Grandmaster
Founded United Tae Kwon Do in 1974. Passed away in 2016. Legacy carried on by current instructors.
Mr. Reiss
School Leader / Head Instructor
Second Generation Taekwondo Master
Started training in 1985, directly taught by founder Grandmaster Moo Yong Lee. Instructs majority of classes.