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Korean Martial Arts Academy Salinas (KMAA)
5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Salinas, California
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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule kmaasalinas.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 831-998-8558
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12 pm, 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Friday | 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8–10:30 am |
| Sunday | 8–11 am |
The classes they run
“So I told her let's go, as we were walking out Sa Bum Nim (Korean for Instructor) called to my daughter and told her to come back in and she went.”
“steps like warm-up, self defense and disciplines of course I highly recommend this place for your kids, teen or grown ups to start healthy lifestyle.”
“steps like warm-up, self defense and disciplines of course I highly recommend this place for your kids, teen or grown ups to start healthy lifestyle.”
“If that means they need some one on one attention he makes sure they receive what they need.”
“steps like warm-up, self defense and disciplines of course I highly recommend this place for your kids, teen or grown ups to start healthy lifestyle.”
Other martial arts here
“If your wondering what karate class you should take your child to, start here.”
“There's a variety of class times and they even offer kickboxing for adults (such a great workout).”
“steps like warm-up, self defense and disciplines of course I highly recommend this place for your kids, teen or grown ups to start healthy lifestyle.”
What students say
“From the introduction Harold and his family has made this an welcoming place for our daughter.”
“The best teachers I will say, they make you feel as family and are very very helpful and guide you in anything and everything you need.”
“Last but not least, Master Harold does his best to help all children of different levels reach their own achievements through detailed individual feedback.”
“Especially my Son, learning discipline which has helped his grades in school as well as keeping him active and social.”
“Last but not least, Master Harold does his best to help all children of different levels reach their own achievements through detailed individual feedback.”
“steps like warm-up, self defense and disciplines of course I highly recommend this place for your kids, teen or grown ups to start healthy lifestyle.”
From the reviews
I am thrilled to share my positive experience with my daughter's Korean Martial Arts Academy. From the moment I enrolled her, I knew it was the right decision. What I love most about the academy is the emphasis on discipline, respect, and self-improvement.
From the introduction Harold and his family has made this an welcoming place for our daughter. Harold is an awesome instructor. Regardless of class size he makes sure to address the needs and concerns of each student. If that means they need some one on one attention he makes sure they receive what they need.
Our 5 year old (now 6) started at KMAA 6 months ago with severe anxiety where he cannot join the group practices. After incredible patience, effort and understanding individual needs by Master Harold and his family, today even though he is little shy at the door, he can stay in a group with smile and pride the whole…
We brought our daughter here just to try it out, to see if she would like it. We were welcomed by Master Harold and his family. My daughter has not left since. We have been here for about a year. She has made new friends. She looks forward to practices.
New to taekwondo? Start at Korean Martial Arts Academy Salinas (KMAA)
Korean Martial Arts Academy Salinas (KMAA) 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 Korean Martial Arts Academy Salinas (KMAA)
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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