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Panamerican Taekwondo Academy

5 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule panamericantaekwondoacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 4–8 PM
Tuesday 8:30–10:30 AM, 6–8 PM
Wednesday 4–8 PM
Thursday 8:30–10:30 AM, 6–8 PM
Friday 4–8 PM
Saturday 8:30–11 AM
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 Panamerican Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 11 mentions

“He is very patient with the children, but also gives them the motivation and push they need to succeed.”

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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 Panamerican Taekwondo Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“I do kick boxing with Carlos for wait loss its pretty fun.”

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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.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“Carlos is a very knowledgeable instructor, he has a very hard working ethic.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 3 mentions

“The kids love it, it is a very friendly environment.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My child’s confidence and discipline have grown so much since we have been taking classes here.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 4 mentions

“They do a fantastic job balancing discipline with fun, making every class engaging for all ages.”

From the reviews

My family loves this family run dojo! We have tried 3 different taekwondo dojo’s and we started classes with Carlos and will never go anywhere else! He is an amazing teacher. He is very patient with the children, but also gives them the motivation and push they need to succeed.

★★★★★ — Autumn, May 2025

Carlos at Panamerican, is one of the best Tae kwon do instructors that I have ever met. He actually takes time to break things down correctly for the kids. He is very patient and kind with all the children. We were introduced to him by another mother who has been nothing but satisfied her son's progress.

★★★★★ — Rachael, Apr 2025

Pan American is a wonderful taekwondo school. Carlos is a great instructor with years of experience. His passion for thoughtful development of his students is primary. Classes are great and well worth your time. Best new taekwondo studio in the area!!! Check it out

★★★★★ — Geoff, Apr 2025

I do kick boxing with Carlos for wait loss its pretty fun. Carlos is a very knowledgeable instructor, he has a very hard working ethic.

★★★★★ — That, Aug 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Panamerican Taekwondo Academy

Panamerican Taekwondo Academy 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 Panamerican Taekwondo Academy

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. 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 Panamerican Taekwondo Academy

3712 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC27106

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