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Regulus Irvine Taekwondo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 125 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Irvine, California
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo · Kukkiwon-certified — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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
- 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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–10) — 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 irvinetaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (949) 966-2007
Hours
| Monday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 1:30–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“When my son started at Regulus, I was not sure he would be able to join the group classes as another place had previously rejected him and said he was struggling to focus.”
Other martial arts here
“My son was really nervous after trying jiu-jitsu, but Regulus Taekwondo completely changed that for him.”
What students say
“Master Yoon is awesome – patient, encouraging, and great at motivating the students while still keeping strong discipline and respect in every class.”
“Regulus places a strong emphasis on respect for elders, instructors, and fellow classmates, creating a positive and supportive environment.”
“Another great strength of Regulus Taekwondo is that there are three masters who provide detailed instruction and corrections based on each belt level.”
“Her guidance and recommendations have been incredible for my son! He has made friends, loves and respects the instructors and always looks forward to class!”
“As the levels become more challenging, he sometimes struggles, but Master Yoon, Master Rhee and Master Kim consistently inspire and encourage him to be brave.”
“When my son started at Regulus, I was not sure he would be able to join the group classes as another place had previously rejected him and said he was struggling to focus.”
From the reviews
Regulus Taekwondo is a GAME-CHANGER for kids! My children absolutely thrive here--they can't wait to go to class and come home beaming with pride. Master Yoon, Master Rhee, and Master Kim are phenomenal instructors who genuinely care about each student.
My 6-year-old son has been participating in Regulus’ Taekwondo for a year and a half. In the beginning, we simply wanted him to try it out and get some exercise, but Regulus has given us so much more than that. We have happily continued on this journey and plan to keep going. My son loves his coaches and his friends.
My son was really nervous after trying jiu-jitsu, but Regulus Taekwondo completely changed that for him. The instructors are seriously amazing. They’re so kind, patient, and welcoming that he quickly felt comfortable and actually started looking forward to class!
My boys have been attending Regulus for about four and a half years, and the experience has been outstanding. The masters are not only highly skilled Taekwondo instructors, but also exceptional mentors who genuinely care about each student’s growth.
New to taekwondo? Start at Regulus Irvine Taekwondo Academy
Regulus Irvine Taekwondo Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Regulus Irvine 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 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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