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Natomas Academy - Family Taekwondo

3.9 ★★★★☆ 41 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Sacramento, California

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Membership memberships run around $20/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
  • 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule natomas.familytaekwondoacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (916) 566-5856

Hours

Monday 9 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–9 PM
Thursday 9 AM–9 PM
Friday 9 AM–9 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 PM
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 Natomas Academy - Family Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 20 mentions

“Very good Taekwondo academy in Natomas, Sacramento area to get trained and learn Taekwondo, helps kids with building confidence and learn life long skills.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I feel that self defense is a life skill that everyone should know along with learning how to swim and Taekwando does this in a safe and controlled environment.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“The challenges presented in each class have pushed me to persevere, and with every belt promotion, I have gained confidence in my abilities.”

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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 Natomas Academy - Family Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“I feel that self defense is a life skill that everyone should know along with learning how to swim and Taekwando does this in a safe and controlled environment.”

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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 41 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“Master M gets the best out of you, very patient and encourages everyone to try their best.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“My husband's health does not allow for him to train regularly, but the Academy is very caring and welcoming that when he is ready to return he is welcomed with open arms.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 33 mentions

“Family Taekwondo Academy in Natomas has been an incredible experience for my son, who started his journey at the age of 5 and is now 7 years old.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Master Matsumoto has a lot of patience and done an excellent job teaching myself and my son. I can see he is more confident, getting independent.”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“My son loves the tournaments—they're always fair, and the staff is genuinely invested in the students' growth.”

certified & recognized school 16 mentions

“Master Matsumoto is an exceptional instructor whose passion for taekwondo and dedication to his students are truly inspiring.”

From the reviews

Been trained & training in this Academy since 2017. The instructor dedicates time & effort to all students while patient at each students' learning pace and styles. Try for a trial training and experience yourselves the quality instruction for a win-win satisfaction for clients & instructor.

★★★★★ — Jf, Nov 2020

I am thrilled to share my experience at Natomas Family Taekwondo Academy over the past two and a half years. Joining this academy has been one of the best decisions of my life, and I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible journey I've had here.

★★★★★ — Allison, Oct 2025

We met Mr. Paul when he came to a school fair and my son has been hooked on taekwondo since. He loves his practices and is always excited to go. He got bullied quite a bit in school last year and he was very emotional about it. Now he doesn't let things get to him and has more confidence in himself.

★★★★★ — Brittany, Dec 2018

I've been there for almost 3 years, and it just felt like home to me. Everyone there treats each other with respect and kindness.

★★★★★ — Akira, Oct 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 41 reviews →

New to taekwondo? Start at Natomas Academy - Family Taekwondo

Natomas Academy - Family 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Natomas Academy - Family 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 Natomas Academy - Family Taekwondo

4551 Gateway Park Blvd #1, Sacramento, CA95835

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