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Merafuentes Tae Kwon Do Academy of Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Turlock, California
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- 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 merafuentestkdkick.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (209) 620-0261
Hours
| Monday | 3:45–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:45–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:45–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:45–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They get the energy out of my boys and my oldest loves to be part of the leadership group which teaches them to be a role model for the younger children.”
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What students say
“Grandmaster Merafuentes runs an amazing place with numerous masters and helpers to keep the kids motivated and having fun while also educating them.”
“Grandmaster Merafuentes runs an amazing place with numerous masters and helpers to keep the kids motivated and having fun while also educating them.”
From the reviews
Instructors love the sport and it shows. They are kind and happy people who keep classes exciting, interesting and fun. You get to know class mates almost like family. In fact many families go together (parents, children, grandparents). It's a great work out!
Fantastic academy. Couldn't say enough good things. Master Merafuentes has done a wonderful job building an extended family there and runs a very professional operation. Worth every penny.
Love this place, Thank you Master Tony & Emily for making it a great experience.
Grandmaster Merafuentes runs an amazing place with numerous masters and helpers to keep the kids motivated and having fun while also educating them.
Your first taekwondo class at Merafuentes Tae Kwon Do Academy of Martial Arts
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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