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Colorado Taekwondo Institute
5 ★★★★★ 72 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Arvada, Colorado
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — 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 coloradotaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 303-428-5377
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have found this institution to be a great place for our children to come together and work toward a common goal - not something that is always easy with young children.”
“I started when I was a little kid and have grown up there.”
“I have learned so much more than just self defense skills.”
“After 11 years of hard work and having the right support system, I am now testing for my second degree black pelt.”
Other martial arts here
“I have learned so much more than just self defense skills.”
What students say
“I have been doing classes for about ten years now and I have never had a bad experience with the black belts here, everyone is so kind and welcoming no matter what!”
“Our instructors maintain the highest standards for martial arts, but we are very much a family and there’s definitely a place for everyone regardless of background or ability.”
“It is such a blessing to have people you trust, who love your children and help teach them respect, self awareness and defense if needed.”
“And finally, there's tons of fun to be had at the CTI: 4 tournaments a year, summer and family camp, picnics, holiday parties, lock-ins and more.”
“I adore how my children have started their journey of showing respect for others and self respect and discipline while embracing their first experience in martial arts.”
From the reviews
CTI has been a positive influence in our family the past year. We have two boys who started at 3 and 7. I only wish we had discovered their program earlier for the eldest. The establish strong discipline and self-control throughout each class.
Our family has been with CTI Westminster for nearly 5 years, and it's been a fantastic journey for my sons aged 8, 6, and 5. The school excels with its consistent, structured approach and clear goal of guiding students towards earning their black belt and beyond.
It has been an awesome journey to make it as far as I have. The instructors are all so nice and we learn more than to kick and punch but to control ourselves no matter what. I love the CTI. It has been with me for so long and I have learned more in 5 years of school then I could have ever imagined
Our children have taken classes at Colorado Taekwondo Institute (CTI) Westminster for 5 years, beginning classes when they were in preschool. They have LOVED all of their instructors and view them as role models both in and out of the TKD classroom setting.
New to taekwondo? Start at Colorado Taekwondo Institute
Colorado Taekwondo Institute 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 Colorado Taekwondo Institute
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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