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Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Carmichael, California
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
- 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fairoaksfamilytaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (916) 692-5800
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our kid looks forward to class every couple of days and is happy to have something that belongs to them to help with learning and development outside of school.”
“I love that there is a great adult program and it’s not just all about the kids!”
“If you want to learn self defense this is the place for you.”
Other martial arts here
“When the cardio kickboxing class opened up, I jumped in right away.”
“If you want to learn self defense this is the place for you.”
What students say
“Master Kropp, has an amazing ability to reach each student at their level from the 7 year olds through to the adults.”
“The supportive family environment makes learning fun for both kids and adults of all ages.”
“I have had the pleasure of meeting Master Kropp and some of his students from Fair Oaks family Taekwondo.”
“In addition, there are 2 instructor trainees and 1 junior leader that assist Master Kropp in perfecting the students’ techniques.”
“I have watched my son's confidence grow and now pass on his own knowledge to other students.”
“Master Kropp encourages all students to be their absolute best and all the instructors encourage learning through patience, support and discipline in a safe environment.”
From the reviews
As someone who had a previous bad experience with another school I approached this school with a little apprehension. After watching Master Kropp teach his students (adults and kids)I was a impressed. I have learned not only about Taekwondo, but about myself and how far I can push myself .
I have had the pleasure of meeting Master Kropp and some of his students from Fair Oaks family Taekwondo. Though I'm not a member of this school, I've encountered them a few times, and I am consistently impressed by their character and conduct.
I love this place! It is such a positive family environment. Putting 2 of my sons in Taekwondo was such an unexpected blessing. It has helped them in so many ways.
Brian Kropp is a hardworking, dedicated owner who believes his customers deserve the best they can get from Brian and his team. He is easy to work with and fun to work with, but you still learn. This is the way Taekwondo should be done. Thanks, Brian
New to taekwondo? Start at Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo
Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo 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 Fair Oaks Family 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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