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U.S. Tae Kwon Do
4.9 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Tampa, Florida
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo — 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 4–14) — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule newtampataekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (813) 991-6565
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8–10 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As my daughter trained for her first dan black belt, we witnessed her growth in so many ways—physically stronger, more confident, more focused, and even more honest and self-aware.”
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or help your child develop confidence and discipline, US Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic choice.”
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“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or help your child develop confidence and discipline, US Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic choice.”
What students say
“I just wanted to share how incredibly thankful i am for this taekwondo program and the amazing instructors who have poured so much into our son.”
“The atmosphere is always welcoming and positive, and the masters are patient, offering personal feedback that helps students improve.”
“We are deeply grateful to be part of this community and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any family seeking a quality martial arts education.”
“Many thanks to Master Vahid, Master Eduardo, Master Sarah and other instructors to make us feel welcomed and have lots of patience to teach us all techniques.”
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, learn self-defense, or help your child develop confidence and discipline, US Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic choice.”
“Many thanks to Master Vahid, Master Eduardo, Master Sarah and other instructors to make us feel welcomed and have lots of patience to teach us all techniques.”
From the reviews
Our child has been a student with US Tae Kwon Do since they were four years old. Our child is now eleven. We cannot say enough positive comments about this Dojang. The instructors are professional and focused on allowing their students to grow, understand, and love the martial art of Tae Kwon Do.
My 4-year-old daughter absolutely loves her Taekwondo class here! The instructors are patient, energetic, and know exactly how to keep young kids engaged while teaching them discipline, respect, and confidence.
As a 40 year old mom, starting Taekwondo alongside my son has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. Not only am I getting stronger and more confident, but I’m also creating memories with my son. It’s never too late to try something new, and I’m so grateful for this journey we’re on together.
U.S. Taekwondo is a great place to learn Taekwondo, as well as important life skills such as dedication, discipline, and commitment. The instructors not only teach techniques but also the core values behind them.
New to taekwondo? Start at U.S. Tae Kwon Do
U.S. Tae Kwon Do 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 U.S. 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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