The best taekwondo schools in California
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 19,066 reviews of California schools. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 All-Pro Tae Kwon Do Academy
5 ★★★★★ 600 reviews · Los Gatos, CA
“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
#2 Azad's Martial Arts Center
5 ★★★★★ 384 reviews · Chico, CA
“I'm so thankful for bringing my kids to Azad's. The reinforcement of respect and safety for others AND self is top-notch. Additionally, the courage my kids have developed is outsta…” — Maddie
#3 World Class Tae Kwon Do
4.9 ★★★★★ 272 reviews · San Jose, CA
“More than a year ago I took the leap and signed up my 9 year old son at World Class Tae Kwon do. He loves it. It has been an amazing experience for both him and the family. I have …” — Lynsey
#4 1st Class Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 264 reviews · Torrance, CA
“Our girls (8 & 11) have been with this studio since 2020. I’ve enjoyed watching my girls grow stronger both mentally and physically. The instructors are passionate and respectful t…” — Liz
#5 Sky Martial Arts Simi Valley - Masters United
5 ★★★★★ 229 reviews · Simi Valley, CA
“Our entire family loves Sky Martial Arts in Simi Valley! My son Hunter has a blast every time he’s there, making new friends and learning from the incredible instructors. The teach…” — Kevin
#6 Dae Han Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 192 reviews · Martinez, CA
“I started at Dae Han over 12 years ago when I was 8 years old. I was a very shy kid who didn’t like to try new things. My parents had tried putting me in several different sports, …” — Josh
#7 HANA Taekwondo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 181 reviews · Temecula, CA
“We are so grateful to have found HANA Taekwondo for my son who is on the autism spectrum. From day one, this studio has been a place of inclusion, encouragement, and genuine care. …” — Lorie
#8 Open Mat Academy
5 ★★★★★ 178 reviews · Tracy, CA
“Open Mat has become an integral part of our lives, a place where our entire family finds community, growth, and support. From the moment my son stepped onto the mats on the gym's o…” — Josie
#9 Yeremyan's Taekwondo Club
5 ★★★★★ 176 reviews · Glendale, CA
“The Yeremyans’s Taekwondo class is absolutely fantastic! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly motivating. They create a positive and disciplined environment w…” — Vatche
#10 Victorville Taekwondo Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 195 reviews · Victorville, CA
“My son is extremely happy joining the class, he is 8 years old, it has helped him improve his personal skills, his demeanor, his focus on daily tasks, and more important his confid…” — Edgar