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Champion Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Riverside, California

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Plan your first class

  • Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
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  • Phone (951) 785-5425

Hours

Monday 2–8:10 PM
Tuesday 2–8:10 PM
Wednesday 2–8:10 PM
Thursday 2–8:10 PM
Friday 2–7:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Champion Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌀 Poomsae & Forms

“She is an incredible teacher whose high standards and extensive knowledge of Taekwondo poomsae instills a high level of competence to her students.”

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From the reviews

Champion Taekwondo in Riverside in taught by Grandmaster Yang. She is an incredible teacher whose high standards and extensive knowledge of Taekwondo poomsae instills a high level of competence to her students. Through her example, students learn respect, compassion, good, sportsmanship, and gain a sense of community.

★★★★★ — Brian, Jan 2025

The teacher is so amazing, the way she teaches and interacts with students is so inspiring and incredible,

★★★★★ — Lalei, Nov 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at Champion 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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Champion Taekwondo

3430 La Sierra Ave, Riverside, CA92503

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