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New Life Tae Kwon Do

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in District Heights, Maryland

Taekwondo school Kids & teens

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  • Phone (301) 516-3888

Hours

Monday 12–7 PM
Tuesday 12–7 PM
Wednesday 12–7 PM
Thursday 12–7 PM
Friday 12–7 PM
Saturday Closed
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 New Life Tae Kwon Do, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 8 mentions

“My son has been going to New Life for about three years now.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“They were both participating in a belt test ceremony.”

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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 New Life Tae Kwon Do — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate

“After school program provides transportation, helps with homework and includes karate lessons and uniform.”

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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 16 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 4 mentions

“Master Paul truly feels like family in the way he partners with us all.”

certified & recognized school 8 mentions

“I can see the progress he has made in behavior and social skills working with Master Paul and his team.”

From the reviews

My son has been going to New Life for about three years now. Master Paul is a true gem. He’s dedicated to making the life of his students better. I’m very glad I found New Life. Master Paul has become like family. I trust him with my child. He works very hard. He is consistent and thorough.

★★★★★ — Tammika, Dec 2023

Where do I begin?! I was invited to this dojo by one of my students, and to my pleasant surprise, another one of my students was there well! They were both participating in a belt test ceremony. Both students (and all of the students present) did extremely well.

★★★★★ — Marv, Dec 2021

I absolutely love New Life Taekwondo. Master Paul truly feels like family in the way he partners with us all. His love for his students is crystal clear as he motivates them to become their best selves inside and outside of class.

★★★★★ — Monique, Dec 2023

My Son has been a student here the last few years. I can see the progress he has made in behavior and social skills working with Master Paul and his team. 💪🏾 so glad I found this place. They really have a heart for the kids.

★★★★★ — Rhonda, Aug 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at New Life Tae Kwon Do

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 New Life Tae Kwon Do

7981 Fernham Ln, District Heights, MD20747

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