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Han's Tae Kwon Do Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Bakersfield, 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 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule hanstaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 661-833-2625
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Felix was absolutely wonderful with the kids—so kind, encouraging, and full of positive energy.”
“There, Tae Kwon Do sparring team are one of the best all-around.”
“Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or experienced martial artist, Han's Taekwondo is an excellent choice for fitness, growth, and self-defense.”
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“Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or experienced martial artist, Han's Taekwondo is an excellent choice for fitness, growth, and self-defense.”
What students say
“Whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or experienced martial artist, Han's Taekwondo is an excellent choice for fitness, growth, and self-defense.”
“It's inspiring to see how much the gym has evolved in their new, larger studio while still keeping that same spirit of dedication, community, and excellence.”
“He teaches not just Taekwondo techniques, but discipline, humility, and perseverance - lessons that have stuck with me far beyond martial arts.”
“I really enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and getting a great workout”
“Now I’m even thinking about signing up my daughter, and honestly, I’d love to try it myself too!”
“He's produced National and International Champions!”
From the reviews
If you want a friendly atmosphere and are looking for a good dissapline school. This school is one of the best. They are well trained and great people. There, Tae Kwon Do sparring team are one of the best all-around. I suggest you go try it.
Best Martial Art School in the Valley! Great atmosphere! Kids & Adults. Beginners to Black Belts. Best competition team in State. Both Poomsae and Sparring.
My 3rd grade son had his very first Taekwondo class yesterday, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. He’s on the smaller side and hasn’t shown much interest in sports, so I wanted to try something that might help him grow stronger and more confident.
My eldest loves going to Taekwondo. She hates when she misses a class. It teaches confidence, self-discipline and staying active. One also forms a family by joining this academy. My husband and I recently just joined. Once our two youngest are old enough, we plan for them to join as well.
New to taekwondo? Start at Han's Tae Kwon Do Academy
Han's Tae Kwon Do Academy 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 Han's Tae Kwon Do Academy
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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