Discipline, strength, and confidence every day through Taekwondo. Two academies across Virginia, shaping martial artists since 1987.
USTMA is the paramount martial arts school in Northern Virginia. We have been serving the Leesburg community for over 30 years and the Berryville community for 10 years. Our programs include martial arts, self-defense, fitness, and leadership development for adults and children.
We focus on respect, discipline, confidence, perseverance, and good moral character. Our instructors are dedicated to making each student feel welcome, building confidence, and encouraging our students to reach their goals.
The USTMA family is led by Grandmaster Eung Gil Choi, a 9th degree black belt with a Master's Degree in Physical Education and a former Korean Special Forces champion, as well as his two sons: Master John Choi (6th degree) at Leesburg, and Master James Choi (6th degree) at Berryville.
Master's Degree in Physical Education. Former Korean Special Forces champion. Grandmaster Choi established USTMA in 1987 as the first Taekwondo school in Leesburg. He has dedicated his life to spreading the art of Taekwondo and building a legacy that spans multiple locations and generations of students.
“Nothing is impossible!”
Learn from Masters and Instructors certified through Kukkiwon and Grandmaster Choi with decades of experience in traditional and modern Taekwondo techniques.
We focus on building respect, discipline, and self-confidence in every student, from children to adults.
Join a supportive network of families dedicated to physical excellence and mutual growth across two locations in Virginia.
Improve flexibility, strength, and reflexes through high-energy classes tailored for all skill levels.
All locations carry Grandmaster Choi's commitment to authentic, traditional Taekwondo instruction.
The first Taekwondo school to open in Leesburg. Instructors dedicated to making each student feel welcome, building confidence, and encouraging students to reach their goals.
Serving the Berryville and Clarke County community with the same discipline, strength, and respect that shapes the next generation of martial artists.
Real reviews from families in our Leesburg and Berryville communities.
My kids have been training at USTMA for over a year now and the transformation is incredible. They are more focused at school, more respectful at home, and they actually look forward to every class. Grandmaster Choi and the instructors genuinely care about each student.
Best martial arts school in Loudoun County. The instructors push you to be better but never make you feel like you can't do it. I started as a complete beginner at 38 and earned my yellow belt in 3 months. The adult classes are legit.
We tried three other dojangs before finding USTMA and this is the one that stuck. The curriculum is structured, the belt testing is rigorous, and Master Al runs a tight ship. My daughter has been here 2 years and just earned her red belt.
Great school with experienced instructors. My son loves the after school program — gets picked up, does homework, then trains. Only reason for 4 stars is parking can be tight during peak hours.
USTMA is more than a martial arts school, it's a family. The community events, the tournaments, the belt ceremonies — everything is done with care. Grandmaster Choi has 50+ years of experience and it shows in every class.
I've trained in multiple martial arts over 20 years and USTMA's Taekwondo program is world-class. The forms are precise, the sparring is controlled, and Grandmaster Choi's lineage is the real deal. Highly recommend for serious practitioners.
Signed my daughter up for the birthday party package and it was a huge hit. The instructors kept 15 kids engaged for two hours which is basically a miracle. Will definitely be back for regular classes.
The Berryville location is fantastic. Smaller class sizes mean more individual attention. My two boys train here and I love watching them grow in confidence and discipline every week.
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At USTMA we strive to enrich every student's life through our teachings in discipline, respect, confidence, integrity, and anti-bullying using Taekwondo.
Building leaders through discipline, respect, and physical activity from age 3. Focused on coordination, focus, and character development.
Advanced martial arts training for teenagers and adults. Focus on fitness, self-defense, and mental clarity.
An educational, reliable after-school program and exciting seasonal camps at our Leesburg location. Pickup from local schools, homework time, and Taekwondo training.
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For dedicated students pursuing black belt and higher ranks. Advanced techniques, leadership training, and competition preparation.
Celebrate with a Taekwondo-themed birthday party at our academy. A unique, active experience your child and friends will love.
Improve flexibility, strength, and reflexes through high-energy fitness classes tailored for all skill levels.
Annual championship bringing together students from across the region. Compete in forms, sparring, and board breaking. Open to all USTMA and partner studio students.
Support USTMA and the KCOTW foundation. A day of golf, community, and raising funds for youth martial arts programs.
Grandmaster Choi started Kick Cancer Out of the World (KCOTW) in 1992 after losing his father to cancer. His goal with KCOTW is to donate $1,000,000 to cancer research and aid cancer patients right here in the local community.
Grandmaster Choi and KCOTW partner with Inova Schar Cancer in Lansdowne. For the past 28 years, with the help of the USTMA family and surrounding community, we have raised almost $500,000 for the Blue Ridge Hospice and American Cancer Society.
We host a golf tournament and Taekwondo championship each year, but fundraising efforts are on-going.
USTMA helped start a sistership between the town of Leesburg, Virginia and Samcheok City, South Korea. This bond has created a strong bridge of cultural exchange between its citizens for over 16 years.
They are always working towards globalization and mutual growth of Korea and the US, staying in contact so that they can always cooperate towards inter-city exchanges and common interests.
Studios that share our values, our mat, and our mission. We train together, compete together, and co-host the annual Arirang Games.
Led by Master Jay So with 20+ years of teaching experience. NEXTStep shares our commitment to authentic Taekwondo through their S.E.K.L. Philosophy: Structure, Emotion, Knowledge, and Legacy. 5.0 Google rating with 124+ reviews. Together we host the annual Arirang Games and train side by side.
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