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Sunrise Taekwondo & Afterschool
4.9 ★★★★★ 121 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chicopee, 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
- 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 — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sunrisetkdchicopee.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (413) 237-8521
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Now have been some months and I decide to join the Sunrise team too, now I train in some classes for adults and sometimes in the family class when I Can particle with my kids.”
“Now have been some months and I decide to join the Sunrise team too, now I train in some classes for adults and sometimes in the family class when I Can particle with my kids.”
“We had the great honor of spectating the Grand Opening Belt Testing and Demonstrations today.”
“If you're looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or build confidence, I highly recommend Sunrise Taekwondo.”
“We had the great honor of spectating the Grand Opening Belt Testing and Demonstrations today.”
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“If you're looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or build confidence, I highly recommend Sunrise Taekwondo.”
What students say
“The atmosphere is welcoming, whether you're just starting out or have experience.”
“I started going myself a few weeks ago, I have already caught the bug, the adult class is a supportive and confidence building experience.”
“They push you to be your best while also making sure you're learning proper technique and discipline.”
“It has helped reshape my children’s honesty, respect, and over all behavior both at home and school!”
“Thanks to Master Kim and instructor Ian for teaching them the importance about respect, responsibilities, and much more.”
“If the kids are having a hard time he talks to them about the importance of being respectful and helping and how to effectively communicate with their parents.”
From the reviews
My son started at Sunrise last month. This is our first experience with any martial arts. We had actually been wanting to sign him up but weren't sure where to go. This business is the real deal. They have a lifetime of experience with Grandmaster Kim and his family leading the way.
I decided to enroll my 2 boys into the class, the best decision ever! The class with master Kim and coach Ian has been really good for them, they have improved their organization at home, they listen at the first time -most of the times-, they have improved their notes at school, and at class the work out they do is…
Great class! My son and nieces attend they have all been doing great at home, in school, and Taekwondo classes. Thanks to Master Kim and instructor Ian for teaching them the importance about respect, responsibilities, and much more.
I have both my boys attending Taekwondo lessons here and they love it. My kids don’t have behavioral issues but needed an avenue to have activity that’s safe and teaches discipline, focus and respect. Since going there they have been making great improvement at home and interaction with other kids.
New to taekwondo? Start at Sunrise Taekwondo & Afterschool
Sunrise Taekwondo & Afterschool 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Sunrise Taekwondo & Afterschool
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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