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9th Island Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Henderson, Nevada
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo · Kukkiwon-certified — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4–18) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 9thislandtaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (702) 808-7450
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I can count on maybe one hand the number of schools I would want my own kid to train at nation-wide, and 9th Island is at the top of that list.”
“At 9th Island TKD their philosophy is similar to what I was taught many moons ago when I was a teenager.”
“Master Mark teaches very good poomsae too.”
“Since coming here, my entire game plan and approach to sparring has changed for the better.”
“Our son first started Taekwondo and Olympic Sparring simply as a fun way to stay active.”
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What students say
“Master Jaysen Ishida is an amazing coach who leads by example.”
“The environment is welcoming and supportive, which is key to a positive experience, fostering both learning and happiness for my kids.”
“The environment is welcoming and supportive, which is key to a positive experience, fostering both learning and happiness for my kids.”
“Jaysen pays attention to the small details that make a huge difference, especially when it comes to timing, distance, and strategy.”
“I’ve been on Junior National Team and Senior National Team with Jaysen Ishida and he is one of the hardest and smartest athletes i’ve ever met.”
“Heard 9th Island Taekwondo was being thought by a USA Taekwondo National Team member Master Jaysen Ishida so I had to check it out.”
From the reviews
Our son first started Taekwondo and Olympic Sparring simply as a fun way to stay active. Under the guidance of Master Ishida, that simple hobby grew into a true passion.
We’ve had an amazing experience with Master Jaysen owner of 9th Island. Their ability to connect with kids is truly something special. They bring a perfect balance of patience, structure, and compassion to every class, creating an environment where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn.
Master Jaysen has been an integral part of my son's journey in Taekwondo. His expert guidance has sparked remarkable growth in both confidence and skill—benefits that extend far beyond the mat.
Ninth Island Tae Kwon Do is absolutely amazing. Not only is everyone incredibly welcoming, but the instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about what they do. The owner is from Hawaii, so it means even more to me to support a small business connected to where I grew up.
New to taekwondo? Start at 9th Island Taekwondo
9th Island Taekwondo comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at 9th Island Taekwondo
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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