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Ages 13+ · Gettysburg, PA

Your turn to say
“Yes I can.”

Start Taekwondo as a teen or adult. Build your skills, work toward your next belt, and make time for yourself on the mat.

Book Your Free Intro Class

Beginners are welcome. No experience required.

A Skill You Can Keep Building

Learn the fundamentals

Practice stances, kicks, blocks, and poomsae with instruction you can follow from your first class.

Train with a purpose

Work on balance, coordination, fitness, and self-defense skills as you progress through Taekwondo.

Make it part of your week

Train alongside other students, including teens and adults. Family class options can help you share the experience.

Led by Master Jay So, 5th Dan, at 44B Natural Springs Rd in Gettysburg. Meet your instructor →

What Students Say

5.0 stars from 125+ families on Google.

“NEXTStep has phenomenal leadership. I got the opportunity to train with Jay. Within minutes you’re able to tell that you’re in the right place. He is an expert who exhibits kindness, patience, experience, and humor.”
Verified student, Mar 2026
“I have learned and grown so much since I’ve joined, thanks to NEXTSTEP! They teach very well and the instructors make sure you understand the activity. Each activity has a purpose.”
Verified student, Jul 2025
“It started out as a place to go for a birthday party, turned into not only a journey (and a black belt) for my son, but also for me! Being able to learn new skills for my mind and body, but being able to share in this experience with my son, is the best opportunity anyone can provide.”
Parent who trains too, Mar 2023
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Find a Time to Start

These beginner and family classes accept ages 13 and up. They are mixed-age classes; your request helps us find the right starting point.

All times Eastern. We’ll confirm your request before your visit. Times may change during holidays and testing weeks.

Before your first class

Come ready to move

Wear comfortable athletic clothes. We train barefoot on padded mats.

Meet your instructor

Arrive 5 minutes early. No prior experience is needed. Let us know if you or your child feel nervous.

Parents can watch

Stay for the class and see how we teach.

Directions and your first-visit guide →

Take Your First Step

Choose your age and a class time. Add another student if you’d like to train as a family.

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Student 1 · you or your child

No contracts. No pressure. Just a free intro class.

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