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Global Taekwondo Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Smyrna, Delaware
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 3–6) — 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 globaltaekwon-docenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 302-670-7494
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 5–7 pm |
| Friday | 5–7 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been practicing here for over two years, he is consistently challenged to make himself a stronger and more focused person.”
“I signed my 17 yr old daughter up for the all female 6 week self defense course and it was amazing (only $45 through Kent County Parks & Rec).”
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“I signed my 17 yr old daughter up for the all female 6 week self defense course and it was amazing (only $45 through Kent County Parks & Rec).”
What students say
“Very friendly, The Sensei is Strict but kind about discipline.”
“Master Skinner wants each student to be their best and is always willing to work with you.”
“My son has been practicing here for over two years, he is consistently challenged to make himself a stronger and more focused person.”
From the reviews
I signed my 17 yr old daughter up for the all female 6 week self defense course and it was amazing (only $45 through Kent County Parks & Rec). The instructor was very good with technique and verbal instruction. As a mom, I feel so much better that she has the moves they use on TV in fight scenes.
Very friendly, The Sensei is Strict but kind about discipline. You can tell that he is good at his job and really enjoys working with kids. I love the full access and cameras in the lobby so I can watch my kids progress on the TV. Its affordable and friendly
My brother in law and I went for our first class and enjoyed it very much. Sensei Skinner knows his stuff and seems to have a love for martial arts and teaching them. I recommend giving him a try of your looking for a martial arts teacher.
Great studio. Athletes of all abilities training there. Master Skinner wants each student to be their best and is always willing to work with you.
New to taekwondo? Start at Global Taekwondo Center
Global Taekwondo Center 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 Global Taekwondo Center
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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