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Master Russo's Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Clermont, Florida

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4–13) — 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's taekwondo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Website & schedule russotkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (352) 978-1212

The classes they run

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

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 25 mentions

“I think when you have a leader who communicates the way Master Russo does it keeps kids engaged and willing to learn instead of feeling intimidated.”

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🐲 Little Dragons 3 mentions

“My son has been working with Master Russo since he was a Little Tiger at 4 years old.”

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💪 Women's Classes

“When Master Russo offered free adult women’s classes in May, I immediately signed up.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“In addition to regular belt testing, he also hosts two large scale tournaments each year where students can showcase their skills, which is such an exciting opportunity for them!”

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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 Russo's Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

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 16 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 7 mentions

“Master Russo is one of the greatest instructors and Masters that I have had the pleasure of learning from!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Master Russo and his team were excellent leaders, able to work with students of all ages and abilities.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 10 mentions

“Plus, he's created a fantastic, supportive environment that's perfect for learning and personal development.”

📘 strong forms & technique 3 mentions

“He’s made wonderful friends, looks forward to every class, and I’ve seen real improvement in his technique, his kicks and movements get sharper and stronger each week.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Master russo is the reason why my daughter love's going to class he makes it fun as the kids also work hard to move up to the next level.”

certified & recognized school 33 mentions

“Master Russo stopped the class after a few minutes of watching them work on a technique he had just demonstrated.”

From the reviews

Master russo teaches my daughter Marissa. He is a great teacher he is awesome with all of the kids. Master russo is the reason why my daughter love's going to class he makes it fun as the kids also work hard to move up to the next level. You won't be disappointed choosing him to teach your kids.

★★★★★ — Linda, Jul 2023

Master Russo is one of the greatest instructors and Masters that I have had the pleasure of learning from! He is amazing with the kids and is great at teaching ever age with any level of ability. You will never regret joining!

★★★★★ — Logan, Aug 2023

Master Russo is an amazing martial artist! He is extremely dedicated to helping everyone. You will not be disappointed

★★★★★ — Alex, Jul 2023

He was my old master. I would put my full trust in him any day. Worth trying it out.

★★★★★ — Robbie, Jul 2023

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New to taekwondo? Start at Master Russo's Taekwondo

Master Russo's 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.

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Your first taekwondo class at Master Russo'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 Russo's Taekwondo

3208 Citrus Tower Blvd, Clermont, FL34711

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