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4Leaders Martial Arts, Taekwondo in San Juan
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in San Juan Capistrano, California
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
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- Website & schedule 4leadersma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 949-821-7440
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Very professional the kids love coming to class and very enthusiast , flexible hours are great for all times during the week highly recommend!”
“My sons began their journey at ages 3 and 5; over twelve years of training, they earned their 2nd and 3rd-degree black belts.”
“His mentoring ranged in the entirety of issues that face children, adolescents, and adults.”
“I began training at age 40, and his unique blend of Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu remains a formidable foundation for self-defense.”
“If you witness a 2-day black belt test you will get a small glimpse into how much training and preparation goes into this.”
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“I began training at age 40, and his unique blend of Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu remains a formidable foundation for self-defense.”
“I began training at age 40, and his unique blend of Taekwondo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu remains a formidable foundation for self-defense.”
What students say
“100 percent recommend, everyone is amazing and supportive, and this is a place to gain discipline and become a better person, i’ve known Master.”
“Very professional the kids love coming to class and very enthusiast , flexible hours are great for all times during the week highly recommend!”
“Obviously, Master Cardenas is extremely accomplished in Taekwondo and everyone who trains with him will see their skills grow exponentially.”
“He possesses an incredible ability to push students to their absolute best while instilling core tenets—perseverance, respect, confidence and integrity—that stay with you for life.”
From the reviews
I started training with Master Cardenas when I was just 8 years old, and he made a massive impact on my life. What I learned at 4 Leaders Martial Arts went far beyond Taekwondo - I developed respect, discipline, focus, and confidence that shaped who I am today.
This studio made me what I am today, plain and simple. I started as a student under Master Sergio Cardenas at the age of four. He quickly became more than an instructor to me, he became my mentor to this day.
Master Cardenas is known as the child whisperer. He accomplished what parents, teachers and coaches didn’t. Through hard work, tough & unconditional love, he taught discipline, self control, tenacity, perseverance, character, servant leadership and values to thousands of youth that are now successful young adults.
I’ve trained with Master Cardenas since I was six, and he’s had an incredible impact on my life. He instills discipline, self-confidence, and respect in his students. His lessons helped shape my work ethic and mindset through college and beyond.
Your first taekwondo class at 4Leaders Martial Arts, Taekwondo in San Juan
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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