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Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo

4.9 ★★★★★ 99 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Cranston, Rhode Island

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 — 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
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  • Website & schedule masterleemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 401-368-4450

Hours

Monday 11 am–8:25 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8:25 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 11 am–8 pm
Saturday 9–11 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 45 mentions

“I've seen a big improvement in my child's behavior since starting Taekwondo class and the program and they continue to help her improve and gain self confidence.”

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🐲 Little Dragons 2 mentions

“My two kids ( ages 4,8) practice taekwondo here and it has helped immensely with their focus and listening not to mention physical abilities.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Our children are gaining confidence, discipline, and strong work ethics while also learning leadership and self defense in the process.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Our children are gaining confidence, discipline, and strong work ethics while also learning leadership and self defense in the process.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 99 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 3 mentions

“Master Chan is an incredible instructor who really balances being strict with being nurturing in the Little Dragons program.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“We love coming here as a family, as they're very welcoming and accepting of all sorts of families in the community.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 21 mentions

“While studying Taekwondo has been a great after-school energy burner, the classes have gone above and beyond at teaching our son how to have a supportive, winning attitude.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“I have noticed a big improvement in my son not only with behavior but his confidence is extremely high now he’s not as shy and closed in as he use to be.”

certified & recognized school 18 mentions

“The staff at Master Lees Us Taekwondo has helped to make my children’s confidence level rise up and for them to be true leaders, while taking on new challenges.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 26 mentions

“I've seen a big improvement in my child's behavior since starting Taekwondo class and the program and they continue to help her improve and gain self confidence.”

From the reviews

This place is amazing. My kids have been coming here for a total of three years now. whether it’s taekwondo or before/after school I can assure you that your kids will be safe the communication from the staff is the best. The kids will also be taught discipline , Honesty , Strength or leadership Skills.

★★★★★ — Oscar, Nov 2023

Master Lee’s US Taekwondo program has had such a positive impacted on my high spirited child. They have perfected a method of making learning fun and inclusive for all personalities and abilities. My child looks forward to every class and event she is able to attend at the center.

★★★★★ — Danielle, Sep 2020

I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the amazing experience my son has had at this studio. It has been 18 months since he started, and the transformation I've witnessed in him is truly incredible. First and foremost, the opportunity to learn in this studio is exceptional.

★★★★★ — Toby, Nov 2023

I highly recommend Master Lee’s Taekwondo! Not only has my daughter learned respect, leadership, discipline, and confidence, but she has made friends along the way. I can’t say enough about the instructors and staff- they are very knowledgeable, patient, friendly, responsive, and amazing with the kids!

★★★★★ — A, Nov 2023

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New to taekwondo? Start at Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo

Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Master Lee's U.S. 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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Master Lee's U.S. Taekwondo

1400 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI02920

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