Yorktown, VA · Hapkido · Way Of Life Foundation
A family-owned Hapkido dojang in Yorktown, serving Hampton Roads, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg and beyond. We don't just teach martial arts moves — we teach a way of life.
01 / Why Yorktown families choose WOLF
Families don't come here just for martial arts. They come because they want a child who listens the first time, an adult who feels capable again, and a place that expects something of both. Character and value education is part of our curriculum — including a community service and leadership project every student takes on.
Focus
Sharper concentration in school and at work
Real Self-Defense
Practical Hapkido, taught with control
Respect & Discipline
Parents notice it at home first
Strong & Healthy
Conditioning built into every class
02 / Our Classes
⭐ Most PopularKids Martial Arts · School Age
Kids don't just learn to defend themselves. They learn to focus, set goals and treat people with respect — and it shows up at home first.
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Adult Martial Arts · Adults
No-nonsense self-defense that prepares you for anything life throws at you — and gets you in the best shape you've been in years.
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Birthday Parties · Ages 5–12
Board breaking for every child, the birthday kid leading the class, and zero setup or cleanup for you.
Learn More03 / What sets us apart
We teach Hapkido — strikes, joint locks, throws and escapes built for the real world, not a scoreboard.
Students join something, not just a class. Every assistant instructor here came up through this program.
We mentor — never drill-sergeant. Kids who struggle with self-control get redirected, not punished.
Character and value education, including a community service and leadership project, is built into the curriculum.
04 / Your Head Instructor
Brian Ulsh began training in 2011 after years running his own businesses, and fell for the movement, the philosophy and the attitude that come with serious martial arts study. As a husband, father, business owner, student and teacher, his specialty is using Hapkido to build kindness and compassion, work ethic, health and self-defense, personal empowerment and real community engagement. Every instructor on his staff is one of his own students.
"Train the body. Train the mind."
Read Our Story05 / Local families
"Our daughter has been part of the Red Wolf Pack since she was 6 years old. She has learned important life skills and continues to grow in confidence and in physical strength. The instructors are always hosting fun events to encourage community and connection, and we've made some great friends!"
Red Wolf Pack parent
Yorktown
"WOLF was phenomenal for my 11-year-old son, who had never had any martial arts training. It helped him develop strength, flexibility, and most of all, self-confidence. Brian Ulsh has such a positive personality, and learning was always fun."
Parent of an 11-year-old
Yorktown
"My son has attended WOLF for almost 3 years. The instructors are knowledgeable in Hapkido, patient and fun — they even took time out of their weekend to come support my son at his piano recital."
Jo S.
Yorktown
06 / Questions?
The things Yorktown parents ask us every week. If we missed yours, just ask — we'll respond in minutes during business hours.
See All FAQsHapkido — a Korean art combining strikes, joint locks, throws and escapes. It's built around practical self-defense rather than sport competition, which is why it works for kids and adults alike.
07 / Visit us
Yorktown Dojo
5741 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA 23692
Walk in this week. We'll take it from there.