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The best taekwondo schools in South Carolina
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 2,659 reviews of South Carolina schools. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Tiger Kim's Tae Kwon Do - Tega Cay
5 ★★★★★ 376 reviews · Tega Cay, SC
“Update: Updating my review because our experience continues to be awesome. The teachers are truly incredible— highly skilled, so encouraging and invested in each child.” — T
#2 Legacy Martial Arts - Columbia
4.9 ★★★★★ 391 reviews · Columbia, SC
“My son really enjoys Legacy. The classes have made him excited about being more active. Coach Daniel is an amazing instructor who really connects with the kids and encourages them …” — Kay
#3 Charleston Taekwondo - North Mount Pleasant
5 ★★★★★ 262 reviews · Mt Pleasant, SC
“Little tigers (3-5) has been great for our son. Master RJ is a kind, yet firm teacher and stresses the importance of self-control, perseverance and integrity. The flexible schedule…” — Kea
#4 Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 168 reviews · Lexington, SC
“Our daughter has been attending the classes at Black Tiger Tae Kwan Do for several months now and has loved every minute of it. The staff is supportive, the other students are resp…” — Lina
#5 Premier Martial Arts Mount Pleasant
5 ★★★★★ 100 reviews · Mt Pleasant, SC
“We absolutely love Premier Martial Arts in Mount Pleasant! Since starting classes, our 6-year-old son has become noticeably more confident, focused, and disciplined. It’s been amaz…” — Sanja
#6 Palmetto Martial Arts School
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 reviews · Easley, SC
“UPDATE 2021: My children are now 11 and 9 and we are still loving our time at Palmetto Martial Arts. I have seen incredible change in both of my children. My daughter is confident …” — Ap
#7 Sumter Tae Kwon DO
4.8 ★★★★★ 73 reviews · Sumter, SC
“My daughter started at STKD over a year ago . With any new adventure come a little bit of stress but not here . The atmosphere for her was so inviting and made her feel at home . D…” — Eric
#8 Master Kim's World Class Tae Kwon Do and Family Martial Arts Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 reviews · Greenville, SC
“When we moved to the area this past summer, I visited some martial arts studios in the area and I knew this place was different the very first time I visited. I talked to the owner…” — Beth
#9 USK Martial Arts Fort Mill
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews · Fort Mill, SC
“We have been so pleased with our experience at USK. From the moment we walked in, Master Amy & Mister Howie both showed kindness, and thoughtfulness towards my daughter. They encou…” — Emily
#10 Yim's Tiger Tae Kwon Do Academy
5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews · Columbia, SC
“There is no greater value than to involve children in a program that challenges and strengthens their body and their mind. Master Yim and crew really care about the children and it…” — Tecoria