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Jays Taekwondo
4.9 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Eagle River, Alaska
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 jaystaekwondo.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 907-696-0044
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I especially appreciated the integration of multiple ages together so I could bring all my children to the same class.”
“Children and adult students learn self-defense and confidence that carries into daily life.”
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“Children and adult students learn self-defense and confidence that carries into daily life.”
What students say
“Great place with great instructors!”
“GrandMaster Keller and Master Keller expertly guide students all week long - from beginners to advanced belt degrees to high-level black belts.”
“Jay’s TaeKwonDo is an excellent family-run martial arts training facility in Eagle River.”
“They learned a lot about taekwondo and competed in tournaments as well.”
“GrandMaster Keller and Master Keller expertly guide students all week long - from beginners to advanced belt degrees to high-level black belts.”
“Children and adult students learn self-defense and confidence that carries into daily life.”
From the reviews
This is a family-oriented studio that really caters to what the students want/need. If you need a focused energy outlet for your child, this works well, and if your child is determined to train hard and be a black belt, then they will match the training to that level of determination.
Jays is one of the most supportive and engaging community spaces I’ve ever been in. They are a group of experts with the skills, experience, and excitement to make great teachers. Super super super disability friendly and able to accommodate while still providing a full engaging experience.
Jay’s TaeKwonDo is an excellent family-run martial arts training facility in Eagle River. GrandMaster Keller and Master Keller expertly guide students all week long - from beginners to advanced belt degrees to high-level black belts.
Jay’s Taekwondo is the best martial arts establishment that I have ever been to. I am currently attending with my whole family. They respect and include everybody no matter what age or discipline level. Grand Master Keller and his family run a fun yet intense class.
New to taekwondo? Start at Jays Taekwondo
Jays 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 Jays 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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