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TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Fullerton, California

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

Karate master and instructors offer classes for children and adults alike.

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
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule temataekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 714-715-4010

Hours

Monday 2–8:30 pm
Tuesday 2–8:30 pm
Wednesday 2–8:30 pm
Thursday 2–8:30 pm
Friday 2–8:30 pm
Saturday 2–8:30 pm
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 TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 33 mentions

“They quickly built a strong rapport with kids of all ages, blending patience, warmth, and a clear respect for each child’s individuality.”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“My daughter wanted to try taekwondo after seeing some of her preschool classmates do it, and she started here about 4 months ago.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“We are heading to CA to stay for a month and I am hoping that we can get a few private lessons in for my children.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Students are not only learning Taekwondo skills, but also building character, focus, and self-defense abilities that will benefit them for life.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“One of the things I appreciate most is how they stress the importance of hard work and dedication when it comes to belt and stripe promotions.”

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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 TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Students are not only learning Taekwondo skills, but also building character, focus, and self-defense abilities that will benefit them for life.”

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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 81 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 7 mentions

“Master Yoo and Master Y do an amazing job at keeping the kids engaged, make learning so much fun, while still keeping them disciplined.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 3 mentions

“I’ve known Master Yoo and his team for quite some time, and I can confidently say they create an incredibly positive and supportive environment for their students.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My Son has become even more confident and eager to attend each class.”

certified & recognized school 31 mentions

“I’ve known Master Yoo and his team for quite some time, and I can confidently say they create an incredibly positive and supportive environment for their students.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 32 mentions

“Master Yoo and Master Y truly care about their students and teach not only taekwondo skills, but also life skills like discipline, perseverance, focus, and respect.”

From the reviews

Master Yoo is the best! My son Andrew looks up to him as his role model. He enjoys to come to the classes after school. Andrew has improved with his behavior in school and has more focus and his confidence has increased as well! I wouldn’t look anywhere else Master Yoo is an incredible person inside and out!

★★★★★ — Christina, Mar 2023

I don't even know where to begin and Angela was right about Cali is blessed to have Master Yoo. Master Yoo has very unique teaching technics, we LOVE his energy, his sense of humor, his confidents, his love for all his students.

★★★★★ — Julianna, Jun 2021

Two of my daughters are enrolled in TEMA. The instructors, Master Yoo and Master Y are great with young students. My girls look forward to attending every week as TEMA creates a fun and disciplined environment.

★★★★★ — Donald, Oct 2024

We love TEMA and Master Yoo and Master Y. Our kids have grown so much in strength, self control, and concentration. They love learning and growing in their taekwondo journey! Thank you for making it a perfect mix of serious and fun!

★★★★★ — Molly, Dec 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts

TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts 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 TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts

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.

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 TEMA - True Education of Martial Arts

1030 E Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton, CA92835

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