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SK Taekwondo Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Rowland Heights, California
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 — 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialartsinrowlandheights.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 909-918-9965
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 | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I still remember what he said to the kids,that “ to teach them the best so that they could surpass him in taekwondo in the future” which is also master Ryu’s goal.”
“My child started learning Taekwondo from Master Sean at age 5, and now, at 11, he has returned to the dojang as Master Sean has opened a new one.”
“Taekwondo is a great way to improve kids' discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills, as well as their ability to focus and exercise self-control.”
“He wants to make sure his students are improving their skills and techniques as they move on through their black belt journey.”
Other martial arts here
“Taekwondo is a great way to improve kids' discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills, as well as their ability to focus and exercise self-control.”
What students say
“TOP OF THE FOOD CHAIN There are some coaches who are great instructors and some who became coaches only because they were incredible athletes.”
“If you're looking for physical fitness, character development for your children or just a fun family activity then this is the place to go.”
“He wants to make sure his students are improving their skills and techniques as they move on through their black belt journey.”
“Taekwondo is a great way to improve kids' discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills, as well as their ability to focus and exercise self-control.”
“Both my son and daughter are learning great discipline and skill here.”
“WCTA(WorldChampionTaekwondoAcademy)Grandmaster Ryu is a former instructor of the Korean national Taekwondo team and is skilled in teaching.”
From the reviews
Master Kim is an amazing instructor and he makes learning Taekwondo fun! They can help adults and children with self discipline and building confidence!! Highly recommended for all!!!
Master Sean is extremely passionate and highly skilled in his field, with abundant professional knowledge. Additionally, he genuinely cares for and treats his students with love.
Master Sean is amazing with children, patient, and makes learning fun. Taekwondo is a great way to improve kids' discipline, confidence, and self-defense skills, as well as their ability to focus and exercise self-control.
Absolutely love how Master Kwon teaches Taekwondo he is amazing with the kids and is a joy to be around!! The kids learn not only the art of Taekwondo but also respect & discipline while having a productive & successful workout! If you have not yet checked this place out, what are you waiting for?
New to taekwondo? Start at SK Taekwondo Center
SK Taekwondo Center 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 SK Taekwondo Center
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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