In the mysterious land of New Jersey, sandwiched between the realms of New York and Pennsylvania, there's an elite group of kids known as the Hapkido Heroes. These aren't your ordinary kids, oh no! They have mastered the ancient martial art of Hapkido, which comes from a distant land known as Korea. New Jersey, where these kids reside, is a magical place filled with golden beaches, towering roller coasters, and luscious forests. It's the kingdom of the world's best tomatoes and the home of the mystical creature known as the Jersey Devil. This state also boasts the mind-boggling roundabouts called "Jughandles," which are as difficult to master as a Hapkido tornado kick! But let's get back to our Hapkido Heroes. They are as diverse as the captivating Garden State itself. Some hail from the enchanting shore towns, others from the mystical mountainous highlands, while a few come from bustling cities that never sleep. They train rigorously, rain or shine, mastering the art of self-defense, balance, and coordination with a sprinkle of humor. Our protagonist is a quirky kid named Joey "Jersey" Jughandle. He has a peculiar superpower of getting tremendously tangled in his belt while trying to tie it, turning him into a human knot! But when he successfully unravels himself (with a bit of help from his friends), he becomes an unstoppable Hapkido force, defeating any obstacle with a well-placed kick or a swift punch! These Hapkido Heroes of New Jersey are not just martial arts enthusiasts, but also ambassadors of laughter and fun. They tumble, they fight, they fall, but most importantly, they never forget to laugh and help each other up, making New Jersey the jolliest state in all of America.
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Master Mohamed Elshikh opened International Martial Arts in 2001 in Woodbridge, NJ. Over the past 17 years, the school moved three locations and now has it’s own private building and parking lot at 54 Cutters Dock Road, conveniently located two blocks behind Strawberry’s Pizza. In June 2016, Master Elshikh opened the Randolph location at 3 Middlebury Blvd. In March 2017, the Belleville location was renovated and re-opened as IMA again. Click on the class schedule links to see what days and times our taekwondo and IMA FIT classes are offered at each location. Unsure if taekwondo is right for your child? Have your child wear comfortable play clothes and come in for a free trial class. We’ll ensure your child has fun, enjoys the sport, and we’ll even sneak in a disciple and skill lesson too – a win-win situation all around! Here are the top 5 reasons to try our school: Our instructors are certified, so we are well-versed in proper forms, as well as techniques Our primary focus is always on improving our students’ physical, mental and emotional health We offer classes for all ages and fitness levels, and we offer the convenience of multiple classes every week We encourage excellence at all levels, and strive to provide a positive environment that allows each student to achieve specific goals and milestones Our classes are small enough that we can provide individualized attention to each student And parents, we also specialize in training children diagnosed with ADD and ADHD. Please speak with Master Elshikh on how we can tailor our program to meet your needs. Remember, you can build an amazing life if you build it on a solid foundation.