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The best taekwondo schools in America

How we rank: Google rating weighted by review volume (203,812 reviews across the directory), minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, and one location per chain so the list isn't fifteen branches of the same brand. Nobody pays to be here — no school can buy a spot or a rank.

#1 Tiger J Kim's World Class Taekwondo 1

5 ★★★★★ 647 reviews · Pearland, TX

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong forms & technique

“We are so Blessed to meet Master Kim! He is very kind and a wonderful teacher. He takes his time and makes sure everything is right. We are excited to pursue classes for our family…” — Nadia

#2 Leaders Taekwondo Cinco Ranch

5 ★★★★★ 628 reviews · Katy, TX

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“Master Lee and all Masters are the absolute best Taekwondo instructors ever. They really care about our children and give them personalized encouragement and good instruction. I am…” — Marvette

#3 All-Pro Tae Kwon Do Academy

5 ★★★★★ 600 reviews · Los Gatos, CA

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong forms & technique

“Our 5-year-old son absolutely loves his Taekwondo classes at All-Pro with Grandmaster Fanelli. From the very first day, Grandmaster made him feel welcomed and encouraged.” — Kevin

#4 TROY MARTIAL ARTS

4.9 ★★★★★ 648 reviews · Troy, MI

Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

“I recommend these classes for all children! It's a really really nice friendly atmosphere! The instructors are wonderful with all the children here! There is all different kinds of…” — Detrese

#5 Ultimate Taekwondo martial arts

5 ★★★★★ 566 reviews · Lake Grove, NY

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“My daughter started here about a month ago and loves it! The teachers are great with the children. They are humorous and continually encourage the children through positive reinfor…” — Allison

#6 ONEKICK Martial Arts of Germantown / Clarksburg

5 ★★★★★ 544 reviews · Germantown, MD

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

“My child was in the two week trial program and words can’t describe the excitement he felt when he join the class. When I first reach out I was a bit nervous if the program had eve…” — Gisselle

#7 Master Kang's Martial Arts Plano

4.9 ★★★★★ 618 reviews · Plano, TX

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“MKMA Plano is an incredible Tae Kwon Do school! From the moment my son started, I’ve seen such a positive transformation in him. Their teaching style is engaging and keeps kids mot…” — Naveeda

#8 Korea Taekwondo - KTKD Flushing

5 ★★★★★ 508 reviews · Flushing, NY

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team Affiliated friendly, family atmospherestrong kids programbuilds confidence & discipline

“This has been the best investment for my kids. Honestly have to say as a professional that works with children on various settings, one thing I knew my sons needed was core strengt…” — Lena

#9 Best Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 495 reviews · Quincy, MA

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong forms & technique

“I recently started taekwondo taught by Grand Master Seo. I highly recommend this school. I have not take any kind of self defense class in the past. I'm getting older and had Gaine…” — Gina

#10 ZENTAI Martial Arts - North Arlington

5 ★★★★★ 464 reviews · North Arlington, NJ

Free trial Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

“We came for a free trial and we ended up signing up . My son is an emotional child currently in therapy .. we were looking for something to help him besides soccer .. I would say t…” — Kathy

#11 KO ZONE

4.9 ★★★★★ 518 reviews · Miami, FL

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons welcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmospherestrong forms & technique

“I trained at KO Zone for a period of time that I’ll never forget. Life circumstances pulled me away from the mat, and while I wish I could continue practicing the art of jiu jitsu,…” — Tiffany

#12 PEAK TAEKWONDO | Master Kim's MARTIAL ARTS

5 ★★★★★ 407 reviews · Covington, WA

Free trial Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong kids program

“We recently enrolled our son at Master Kim’s Peak Taekwondo classes and he’s been loving it! He gets excited about his classes after school. He was initially shy when he tried a cl…” — Chandini

#13 Vision Taekwondo Rego Park

4.9 ★★★★★ 459 reviews · Rego Park, NY

Free trial Kids & teens friendly, family atmospherestrong forms & techniquestrong kids program

“We are thrilled to have joined Vision Taekwondo in Forest Hills! Our 5 year old daughter is the happiest girl when she has her weekly classes! We love seeing her thrive and enjoy h…” — Marina

#14 MARTIAL ARTS TAEKWONDO ARLINGTON

5 ★★★★★ 400 reviews · Arlington, TX

Beginners welcome Kids & teens expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“I really do recommend the class my kid gets really excited when is time to come to class. It show him discipline he exercise and show him to work hard for the change of the belt. S…” — Paola

#15 Blackman's Championship Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 442 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Kids & teens Affiliated expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“We can’t say enough good things about Blackman’s Championship Martial Arts. The staff and instructors work incredibly well with the kids. They encourage respect, discipline, focus,…” — Michael