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Pai's Taekwondo
4.6 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Rensselaer, New York
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 (ages 3–18) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule paitkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (518) 687-2224
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–8 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Great teachers and great environment for kids to learn and be sucseccful”
“Kids get lots of opportunities to earn belts and medal even in 4 y.”
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What students say
“The staff were more than welcoming and the Grandmaster and Instructors are wonderful.”
“Update: 2 years later and my kid still LOVES TKD.”
“The staff were more than welcoming and the Grandmaster and Instructors are wonderful.”
“My daughter's confidence is through the roof for a 5 (almost 6) year old and she has excelled in school this year because she started at Pai's 2 years ago.”
From the reviews
Update: 2 years later and my kid still LOVES TKD. It gave her a step up before starting school and is perfect for our afterschool routine. They create a loving, supportive community. Mr. Harry is an incredible teacher.
I started back at Tae Kwon Do after a long absence. The staff were more than welcoming and the Grandmaster and Instructors are wonderful. They challenge you to meet your individual potential and do not force you into a one size fits all model.
I just want to say how much I appreciate Pai's Tae Kwon Do. When I was growing up I was one of those kids who tried all sports. I tried Baseball, Soccer, Basketball, etc. They were fun but they just were not for me. Then Master Pai came to my school and taught a class. I was hooked instantly.
Best mind body connection available. Grand master is an 8th dan. Lots of knowledgeable and capable instructors.
Your first taekwondo class at Pai'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.
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