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Who We Are

Since 2008, Secaucus Martial Arts Center (SMAC) has proudly served the Secaucus, New Jersey community by helping students of all ages build confidence, focus, and discipline—both inside and far beyond the dojo.

At SMAC, we believe martial arts training is about more than physical technique. Our structured classes are designed to support every student, regardless of age or experience level, by developing essential life skills that carry over into school, work, and everyday life.

Our programs focus on:

Coordination
Self-Defense
Personal & Interpersonal Skills
Mental Strength
Physical Fitness

We are committed to positive reinforcement and supportive instruction. Our instructors meet each student where they are, encouraging steady growth while nurturing confidence, respect, and perseverance. Through consistent training and guidance, students are empowered to become the best version of themselves—on and off the mat.

At Secaucus Martial Arts Center, we don’t just teach martial arts—we help build strong, capable individuals for life.

SMAC works diligently to promote growth by cultivating a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students, family members and the community. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals all while giving back to the community. Stop by and see for yourself.

Meet Our Instructors

Master Jefferson Ventura

Head Master

6th Dan Black Belt

Master Jefferson Ventura is a 6th Dan Taekwondo Master with over 30 years of teaching experience. Known for his dedication to discipline, respect, and personal growth, Master Ventura has trained students of all ages, from young children to adults, helping them build confidence and focus. His teaching philosophy emphasizes strong fundamentals, character development, and lifelong learning, creating a positive and challenging environment where students can thrive both on and off the mat.

Master Junior Rosario

Head Instructor

5th Dan Black Belt

Master Junior Rosario is a highly experienced martial arts instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience. His diverse background includes training in Boxing, Shotokan Karate, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing, giving students a well-rounded and practical approach to striking and self-defense.

As a certified personal trainer, he is passionate about helping students of all ages, from young children to adults, each their full physical and mental potential. He is known for pushing students beyond their comfort zones in a safe, motivating environment, building strength, confidence, discipline, and resilience.

Master Junior’s love for teaching and commitment to personal growth make his classes challenging, energetic, and rewarding for every student on the mat.

Secaucus Martial Arts, Taekwondo with Respect And Discipline

Since 2008, Master Jefferson Ventura captivated the Secaucus Community when he opened a Taekwondo school.

From that moment the excellent results endorsed his dedication and turned it into a recognized training academy of practitioners.

They teach recreational and competitive Taekwondo in combat modalities, self defense and forms.

TODAY, SECAUCUS MARTIALARTS IS CERTIFIED TAEKWONDO ACADEMY IN NEW JERSEY. OFFERS TKD TO CHILDREN, YOUTH AND ADULTS.

Master Ventura, also has social works to help poor countries, make a social service to facilitate students with the most needy causes.

TAEKWONDO DOJAN.

MARTIAL ARTS CENTER

Who We Are

Meet Our Instructors