Traditional Taekwondo for Every Age
At USTMA we strive to enrich every student's life through our teachings in discipline, respect, confidence, integrity, and anti-bullying using Taekwondo.
Kids Taekwondo
Age-appropriate Taekwondo builds coordination, focus, and confidence. Children can begin at age 3 in Leesburg and age 5 in Berryville.
Teen & Adult
Taekwondo for teenagers and adults at every experience level. Focus on fitness, self-defense, and progress toward your goals.
After School & Camps
An educational, reliable after-school program and exciting seasonal camps. Pickup from local schools, homework time, and Taekwondo training. Available at Leesburg and Berryville locations.
Black Belt & Beyond
For dedicated students pursuing black belt and higher ranks. Advanced techniques, leadership training, and competition preparation.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate with a Taekwondo-themed birthday party at our academy. A unique, active experience your child and friends will love.
Fitness Classes
Improve flexibility, strength, and reflexes through high-energy fitness classes tailored for all skill levels.
Two Academies. One Legacy.
All locations carry Grandmaster Choi's commitment to authentic, traditional Taekwondo instruction.
Leesburg
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.
Berryville
Serving the Berryville and Clarke County community with the same discipline, strength, and respect that shapes the next generation of martial artists.
Welcome to USTMA Taekwondo
USTMA is the paramount martial arts school in Northern Virginia. We have been serving the Leesburg community for 39 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.
Grandmaster Eung Gil Choi
Founder · 9th Degree Black Belt · Kukkiwon
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!”
Why families choose USTMA
Expert Instruction
Learn from Masters and Instructors certified through Kukkiwon and Grandmaster Choi with decades of experience in traditional and modern Taekwondo techniques.
Character First
We focus on building respect, discipline, and self-confidence in every student, from children to adults.
Elite Community
Join a supportive network of families dedicated to physical excellence and mutual growth across two locations in Virginia.
Total Fitness
Improve flexibility, strength, and reflexes through high-energy classes tailored for all skill levels.
What Families Are Saying
Real reviews from families in our Leesburg and Berryville communities.
Read all reviews on GoogleUSTMA is the best choice for your family. I say this with passion because I have twin 4.5 yr old boys both with autism, they (WE) all enjoy all aspects of USTMA because not only are my boys learning taekondo skills... they are learning to listen, follow directions, and be respectful.
Tracy K. · Google review
I been coming to USTMA for the past 4 years. Great school and excellent teacher. Don't waste your time searching for cheap martial arts schools. You get high quality for your money. Also best 5 times winner of Loudoun.
Javi L. · Google review
A good martial arts school.. probably the best in Leesburg. I interviewed 4 different schools in Leesburg and this one was the best value with the most classes for the price. The after school program is also best of the schools I looked at.
Jesse V. · Google review
My son Sean Hall used to do the US TMA in Leesburg in the 90's from the age of 5 to 9. He got his black belt then decided to take another path. I remember Master Choi and David Lutes taking very good care of Sean teaching him very well.
Cheryl M. · Google review
USTMA is amazing. The instructors create a family atmosphere for all. They help build confidence in their students. They create an atmosphere of respect, tradition, responsibility, and kindness. The patience given to the students is remarkable.
Christina R. · Google review
We started my son here when he was just 4 years old to help give him some focus and burn off some of that extra energy. The change was almost immediate. 6 1/2 years later, and he just passed his 2nd dan belt test! All five members of my family train here.
Schuyler S. · Google review
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USTMA Community Events
Tournaments and fundraisers hosted by USTMA and the KCOTW Foundation.
2026 K.C.O.T.W. Taekwondo Championship
Annual championship bringing together students from across the region. Compete in forms, sparring, and board breaking. Open to all USTMA and partner studio students.
USTMA Cares About Our Community
K.C.O.T.W. Foundation
Kick Cancer Out of the World
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 34 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.
Uniting VA & Korea
Leesburg and Samcheok City
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.
Our Partner Academy
Studios that share our values, our mat, and our mission. We train together, compete together, and co-host the annual Arirang Games.
STEP
NEXTStep Martial Arts
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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