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Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial
4.9 ★★★★★ 155 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in San Ramon, California
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 5–12) — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule blacktigertkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 925-355-5922
Hours
| Monday | 3–8:50 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–8:50 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8:50 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8:50 pm |
| Friday | 3–8:50 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“All the masters-Master Kenny, Master Lee, and Master Cho are excellent at keeping the kids engaged while still teaching proper technique and discipline.”
“Our older daughter has grown tremendously in confidence, strength, leadership, and mental resilience during these important middle and high school years.”
“I highly recommend Black Tiger Taekwondo to any parent looking for a program that teaches not only self-defense, but also meaningful life lessons.”
“He never overlooks the details—each movement and technique is carefully taught, and students only move on to the next belt test once they have fully mastered the required skills.”
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“I highly recommend Black Tiger Taekwondo to any parent looking for a program that teaches not only self-defense, but also meaningful life lessons.”
What students say
“We’ve tried a few different places before, but none of them matched the perfect balance of discipline and warmth that this place offers they truly feel like family.”
“He never overlooks the details—each movement and technique is carefully taught, and students only move on to the next belt test once they have fully mastered the required skills.”
“The instructors are disciplined yet patient and great with kids.”
“Master Kenny, Master Cho, and Master Lee are exceptional instructors who connect well with students of all ages while building a strong foundation in Taekwondo.”
“Our 7-year-old is currently a yellow belt, and the progress he has made in such a short time is incredible 😊 not just in his skills, but in his confidence and discipline.”
From the reviews
Update: Fast forward 3 years from when we first started – my older daughter has just taken her black belt test, and my younger daughter is training to compete in the USATKD National Taekwondo Championships next month.
We have been going for a few months and I am so impressed. They take safety seriously with masking and vaccinations. The instruction is kind, firm, encouraging, and with a sense of humor that is never demeaning or at a student’s expense. My daughter started apprehensively, not sure she wanted to do it.
We are having a fantastic experience at Black Tiger Taekwondo! My daughter is currently attending, and the impact on her development is remarkable. The instructors do an incredible job of balancing a supportive environment with great discipline.
My daughter and son both train at BlackTiger, and the experience has been exceptional. Beyond learning Taekwondo, they’re developing confidence, discipline, and respect — qualities that carry into every part of their lives.
New to taekwondo? Start at Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial
Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial
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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