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South Shore Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Rockland, 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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Website & schedule southshoretkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 781-308-4635
The classes they run
“The instructors truly care about the kids, not just in terms of martial arts, but helping them grow as confident, respectful, and well-rounded individuals.”
“My son has been a Little Dragon for the past few months now and to see how much he has grown and improved is amazing!”
“In addition to the focus on respect, confidence and self-defense, they work hard to create community among the students, the families, and other schools in the area.”
Other martial arts here
“We started just a few months ago after my daughter saw “karate” in a show and had to do that.”
“In addition to the focus on respect, confidence and self-defense, they work hard to create community among the students, the families, and other schools in the area.”
What students say
“Master Whitman and his team put in great effort to ensure every child has a great experience.”
“He makes sure SHE understood and wanted to do it with a 1:1 meeting, 1:1 instruction and the first class to really include her.”
“What I like the most is the family-oriented environment, where every student feels supported and encouraged to do their best while building discipline and confidence.”
“South Shore Tae Kon Do is the place to go to learn the art of Tae Kwon Do with precision and correct form.”
“My son AJ loves Tae Kwon Do and has benefited from the structure & discipline and loves learning new self defense skills.”
“My son, started when he was 9 years old, is now a 2nd degree black belt, and he has been a student here for 6 years with no plans of stopping!”
From the reviews
We started just a few months ago after my daughter saw “karate” in a show and had to do that. Master Whitman was very responsive and informative. We joined the week we reached out. It wasn’t just a here is what it is and sign up.
We LOVE South Shore Tae Kwon Do!!! My son has been a Little Dragon for the past few months now and to see how much he has grown and improved is amazing! Master Whitman runs a great program in a nice clean facility. Miss Whitman and all the Instructors are great with the kids making class informative but also fun!
My son has been at South Shore Tae Kwon Do since he was five years old and is now a junior Black belt! The dojang works closely with parents to ensure that students are embodying the values in martial arts, such as respect for others, with monthly required to-do lists. They started parent classes (which I am in!
This dojo has had such a positive impact on my son. Since starting, we've seen incredible growth in his self-confidence, focus, and overall attitude. He's learned the value of respect, community, and perseverance—all while having fun and staying active.
Your first taekwondo class at South Shore Tae Kwon Do
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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