Quest Martial arts is the best choice for Traditional Martial Arts and Modern Self Defense Training.


Proudly serving Northeast Connecticut for over 35 years!

Join our martial arts school in Northeast, CT for an exciting and transformative experience! Boost your fitness, learn self-defense, and be part of our vibrant community.

Get Started Now

Quest Martial arts is the best choice for Traditional Martial Arts and Modern Self Defense Training.


Proudly serving Northeast Connecticut for over 35 years!

Join our martial arts school in Northeast, CT for an exciting and transformative experience! Boost your fitness, learn self-defense, and be part of our vibrant community.

Get Started Now

Quest Martial arts is the best choice for Traditional Martial Arts and Modern Self Defense Training.


Proudly serving Northeast Connecticut for over 35 years!

Join our martial arts school in Northeast, CT for an exciting and transformative experience! Boost your fitness, learn self-defense, and be part of our vibrant community.

Get Started Now

About Us: Quest Martial Arts, Northeast, CT

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Looking for a martial arts school in Northeast, CT that's all about discipline, respect, and reaching personal goals? Look no further! Our school is committed to teaching you how to defend yourself physically and mentally. With a variety of classes led by passionate and trained instructors, we cater to individuals of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds. Join our community and discover the invaluable benefits of martial arts.

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Kristin Duethorn

Owner /Founder & Head Instructor

Get Ready to Change: Progress over Perfection is the goal at Quest.

Transform Your Mind, Body & Spirit With The Best Martial Arts in Northeast, Conneticut

Self Defense Skills

Martial Arts equips you with practical techniques and strategies to defend yourself against potential attackers and handle dangerous situations in the real world, empowering you with the skills needed to stay safe.

Increased Mental Clarity

Improve mental clarity, master stress management, and stay calm in challenging situations - all with the power of martial arts! Join our course and experience the transformative benefits firsthand.

Stress Relief

Martial Arts training: a stress-relieving practice that harmonizes mind and body, releases endorphins, and rejuvenates the mind.

Improved Physical Fitness

Master Martial Arts to level up your fitness! It combines cardio, strength, and mobility exercises to enhance functional strength, flexibility, and overall wellness.

Greater Self Confidence

Martial arts and fitness training instill self-confidence, instinctual awareness, and the ability to conquer physical and mental obstacles while achieving personal goals like no other exercise regimen can.

Community Interaction

Join our martial arts community and discover a positive tribe of like-minded people - make true friends who lift you up, support your goals, and motivate you to become your best self.

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Join us on a Quest Where Your Personal Journey Matters!

Transform with Our Tradition-Based Martial Arts Classes!


We still believe in respect, hard work, and personal responsibility. Teaching a traditional martial art such as Tang Soo Do with modern application allows us to have the best of both worlds. A dynamic curriculum in a character-based culture. Join us now to start a path of self-discovery, coached by top-notch instructors who know the journey matters, and no one should be satisfied with an average life! Students at Quest do more, learn more, and experience more joy in their training than they ever imagined.

Your Journey Will be Truth based!


The Truth:  Both kids and adults need skills to survive in today’s world.  You and your child to be physically and mentally fit.  Everyone needs exercise, a healthy lifestyle, and a mental state ready to confront life’s challenges. You can’t pretend that conflicts and hard times won’t happen.   Let us help you and your child be ready.  Self-defense starts with a healthy mind and body. We will help you achieve these by guiding you through our proven system emphasizing progress over perfection. We will be honest with you in this journey, and we will demand the best from your character and your skills.

kids martial arts

Martial Arts for ages 4 through 6 should be fun while teaching respect and building confidence

Discover the extraordinary world of Tiger and Dragon Kids Martial Arts Classes for 4-6-year-olds. Our innovative program offers a perfect blend of physical development, mental discipline, and self-defense skills. Join today to unlock your child's potential!

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Let Your Child's Warrior Spirit Shine -Kids Age 7-11

Martial Arts students ages 7- 11 need to develop confidence to face the challenges of school, peers, competitive play and bullies.  They need to discover their strengths, build grit and mental toughness, while learning  to take personal responsibility.  Modern Physical Self Defense and Traditional Martial Arts Training teaches these outcome. 

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Finding your voice, Developing Healthy Habits, Setting Physical and Emotional boundaries.

Teens today need help staying physically active and mentally strong.  Social Media, Growing Expectations, and discovering your potential all take confidence, courage and mental strength.  Being able to remain emotionally calm during stressful times, and being able to accept your limits are important. You also must learn to fight for your beliefs, your health and your life if needed. 

adult martial arts

Our Adult Program is for all Ages and Abilities. Start your transformation now! Or just come escape the noise and stress of life!

Whether it's losing weight, building muscle, learning to defend yourself, or joining a  health based community, our Adult Martial Arts classes have what you need. You'll love the high energy class instruction, your body will love the awesome workout, and your spirit will love the camaraderie and positive atmosphere. 

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Exciting Martial Arts Birthday Bash! Action-Packed Fun for Everyone!

Looking for an awesome birthday party idea? Look no further! Our martial arts parties are action-packed, fun-filled, and perfect for kids of all ages. Experience the excitement of martial arts while having a blast with your friends. No experience necessary – we'll teach you everything you need to know!

self defense seminars

Boost your Confidence, Set Boundaries, Learn to Defend

Self Defense is a necessary life skill. We offer group, corporate and private training.  Learn to set verbal and physical boundaries, create personal safety habits, and train in basic self defense techniques.  The world today is full of emotion and uncertainty, make sure you are not a target of violence.  

Frequently Asked Questions

See some of our most common questions and answers below, or call us at 860-928-9218

  • What is a beginner's class expectation?

    Our beginner classes emphasize the first three rules of training: Be respectful, do your best, and have fun.  We focus on educating the students on the basics of Tang Soo Do.  We know it takes courage just to step on the mat.  We will then introduce the basic stances, blocks, kicks, and strikes. Our first goal is to develop a good work ethic, positive attitude, and enjoyment of training. 

  • How can I prepare for my first martial arts class?

    Show up with a positive attitude! If you have yet to receive your uniform, wear comfortable workout-style clothes. Bring a water bottle.  We will go over everything with you!  No stress or worries!

  • Do you offer other programs or private training?

    Yes, we offer small group sessions as a one-time introduction to self-defense  We offer private self-defense, cardio kickboxing, and traditional martial arts training for the person who likes personal coaching and who has a complicated schedule or has unique goals. 

  • Is Martial Arts dangerous?

    Although any sport or activity has some risk involved, our team of certified instructors follow safety protocols to ensure a safe and supportive environment for our students. In fact, unlike sports which has one adult supervising an entire team, we have multiple instructors monitoring a room at all times making sure everything runs smoothly. We understand that each student has their own unique limits and we encourage rest and feedback during exercise.

  • Can Martial Arts cause injury?

    Because we place such a huge focus on safety and injury prevention, we're proud to say that injuries are very few and far between with our program. In fact, because martial arts gets you in great shape, and makes you strong and flexible, people often see LESS injuries in their lives.

  • How often should I attend classes to see progress?

    Consistency is key to progress in martial arts. We recommend attending classes at least two times a week to build a strong foundation and continually develop your skills.

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Why Choose Quest Martial Arts in Northeast, Conneticut

Martial Arts for Self-Defense

While we teach a traditional martial art, we focus on modern applications. Kids require a range of self-defense skills, including effectively asserting themselves verbally, addressing bullying, navigating social media, and, unfortunately, avoiding becoming victims of kidnapping or violence. We address all of these through age-appropriate discussions and solutions.

Physical Fitness and Martial Arts

Getting in good shape is a benefit of martial arts training. Not only does this increase your success if you have to defend yourself, but it also boosts your confidence. Feeling good about your body and having a healthy fitness level leads to a happier life. Martial arts training makes it fun: no boring treadmills, and you have multiple success coaches to cheer you on your path to better health. We have many students who have lost weight and increased their health factors since joining the school. Less stress doesn't hurt either.

Martial Arts for Personal Growth

The founder of our art believes strongly in character development. Our teaching uses punches and kicks to challenge people to grow in their confidence, courage, and leadership. Humility and perseverance are learned along the way. Hard work and a positive attitude are rewarded over talent and are seen as life skills to take outside of the studio. Progress over perfection guides your journey. We each need to find our strengths, challenges, and purpose so we can lead a successful and happy life. Average occurs when you fail to find your potential!