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Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Somerville Boston
5 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Somerville, Massachusetts
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
- Membership memberships run around $50/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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule meet.oomyungdoe.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (857) 997-0352
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–7 PM |
The classes they run
“Over the last nine months, our kids have not only developed physical strength but also learned essential life skills, including mental focus, hard work, and respect for others.”
“The class is not only about the body it’s also about the mind too In this class you will learn self defense, patience , focus and flexibility….”
“Yesterday, when my instructor, Vangjel handed me my white belt with one of its seven stripes dyed black, I was overjoyed.”
Other martial arts here
“I can say without question that Oom Yung Doe is the best Karate school for all ages.”
“I really appreciate the well-rounded curriculum here—Tai Chi, Qigong, Judo, Kung Fu, and more.”
“The class is not only about the body it’s also about the mind too In this class you will learn self defense, patience , focus and flexibility….”
What students say
“Instructor Tyler is amazing teacher and has been working with her.”
“I know I’m still at a beginner level and there’s so much more to refine, but what I’ve gained in just one month has far exceeded my expectations.”
“All of the instructors are supportive and attentive, whilst pushing me to test myself and improve.”
“They take seriously all of the principles and fundamentals of the other OYD schools around the country.”
“Everyday is challenging and I've never had such intense workouts without injuring myself.”
“" Forget the CNA (certified nursing assistant) assisting you with daily tasks like going to the bathroom & bathing.”
From the reviews
Besides focusing on self-defense, the Oom Yung Do martial arts school offers valuable verbal guidance after each training session. I recommend you join & follow the coaching curriculum support team of the Regional Head Instructors & other Assistant Trainers, such as Tyler & Vangiel, to enhance your daily skills to the…
My family journey started 5 years back when my son started taking classes at Somerville location. We were looking for school where he can learn self control and focus. We saw results within few months. His Focus improved and he started to work hard at Oom Yung Doe and at school.
We spent years looking for a good Martial Arts school in East Cambridge with no luck. Then came the spring of 2023 when an Oom Yung Doe school opened in Twin City Plaza, and we immediately enrolled our then 8-year-old son and 5-year-old daughter. Our experience with OYD has been nothing short of amazing.
We spent the summer touring different Martial Arts places this summer for my 6 year old to attend: Oom Yung Doe was our first spot, and wow. They set the bar high. The instructor, Tyler is one of a kind. My son instantly felt seen by Tyler, and Tyler has some special magic with kiddos.
New to taekwondo? Start at Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Somerville Boston
Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Somerville Boston 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Somerville Boston
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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