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Korea Taekwondo - KTKD Dublin
4.9 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Dublin, Ohio
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo — 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
- 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 4–6) — 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ktkdcolumbus.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 380-232-5291
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors not only teach martial arts but also emphasize important principles and morals, instilling a strong sense of discipline and respect in the kids.”
“What we appreciate most is that they teach self-defense, not aggression.”
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“What we appreciate most is that they teach self-defense, not aggression.”
What students say
“Master and instructors are amazing and the staff are very nice and respecful.”
“The instructors, led by Master beak , are not only incredibly skilled but also exceptionally patient and supportive with students of all ages.”
“Would recommend to anybody who would like a fantastically structured, professional experience in takewando for their children or the whole family!”
“Not only do they teach great techniques, but they also focus on respect and focus.”
“My son has been much more respectful in school, and he's been determined to do his very best!”
“The certified Korean masters bring authentic Taekwondo instruction and real passion for helping students grow — not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.”
From the reviews
I’ve been back in Ohio for 4 years now and visited 6 different taekwondo studios for our 8 yr old twins. None of the taekwondo studios we visited near our home were the right fit in environment, people and culture. I just didn’t “feel it”. Met this amazing team at a weekend market and it felt good.
My daughter has been participating in this Taekwondo class since October 2023, and we couldn't be happier with her progress as a student. She is currently a red belt and will become a black belt by the end of the year.
Our daughter loves it here! I give all of the credit to the amazing instructors. You can tell they care and want to see each student succeed. 100% recommend!!
Words cannot express how truly and honored to be a part of KTKD-Flushing/Corona location. It all started out with my son when he was 6 years old. He expressed he wanted to try to taekwondo because one of his friend from school was there.
New to taekwondo? Start at Korea Taekwondo - KTKD Dublin
Korea Taekwondo - KTKD Dublin 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 Korea Taekwondo - KTKD Dublin
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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