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JTF Taekwondo School
5 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Hendersonville, North Carolina
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
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–12) — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule jtftaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (828) 618-4583
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The school organizes events pretty often outside of regular class time which gives the kids opportunities to connect with each other and the instructors more.”
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What students say
“It is a wonderful school with highly trained and excellent instructors.”
“Grand Master Dunn, always with a smile on his face, is so welcoming and encourages the students to be the best they can be at home and at school.”
“When you begin your practice, you join an incredible family who give you the highest quality instruction while embodying the remnants of Taekwondo.”
“And the kids program is wonderful.”
“Grand Master Dunn, always with a smile on his face, is so welcoming and encourages the students to be the best they can be at home and at school.”
From the reviews
We are so lucky to have found JTF Taekwondo. The school is affordable and conveniently located next door to the Hendersonville WalMart. Grand Master Dunn and his Instructors are all amazing with the students. Kids from as young as 2 years old to Adults of all ages come and train at this school.
This is by far the best martial arts school I’ve ever been a part of in over 30 years of training. Everything is traditional and the instruction is incredible. This school has world class fighters and instructors visiting regularly. And the kids program is wonderful. The kids love it.
By far the best martial arts school I have experienced after training at many schools in many places over the years. The instructors really know what they are doing, and Grand Master Dunn is the real thing! The facility is extremely clean and well put together.
Excellent school! It has done wonders for my rambunctious 6 year old. He has learned respect and control and looks forward to class every day!
New to taekwondo? Start at JTF Taekwondo School
JTF Taekwondo School 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 JTF Taekwondo School
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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