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United Studios of Self Defense - Livermore
5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Livermore, 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
- 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule karatelivermore.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 925-449-1746
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–6 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been training with him for over 2 years, and we’ve seen tremendous improvement in his skills, discipline, and confidence.”
“For children and teens, the how to overcome obstacles with wisdom, with focus.”
“Our son has learned to focus more on his school as well as his self defense lessons and talks about mike all the time.”
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“plus they get to learn some pretty cool Karate moves while feeling good about themselves.”
“Our son has learned to focus more on his school as well as his self defense lessons and talks about mike all the time.”
What students say
“Our son was experiencing some confidence issues and had a little bullying happening at school so we wanted to help build his confidence.”
“The head instructor is wonderful at instilling the core principles of the martial arts (such as discipline and self control) while also making it enjoyable and fun.”
From the reviews
What an amazing school, Mr. Delfino and his crew are fantastic, you will be happy you checked out their program. For adults, how to protect ourselves, is just the tip of the iceberg in what you will receive. This Martial Arts program is a virtual fountain of youth, you will feel younger and more alive.
I am one of the the older folks, in my sixties now. I wanted to learn self-defense but I find myself improving balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. Sensei Mike brings humor and years of professional experience to each class. Great group of people and I highly recommend USSD.
Highly recommended! Well rounded instruction with a genuine love for the art and craft of karate. Sensei is truly fantastic with students, allowing them to enjoy learning while challenging them to do their personal best at each class/lesson.
I absolutely LOVE this place. I joined this dojo wanting to learn a little self defense. I was super timid and nervous about going. The instructor, Mike is such a genuine and kind person that I instantly felt at home in this dojo. I'd be lying if I said this place didn't change my life.
New to taekwondo? Start at United Studios of Self Defense - Livermore
United Studios of Self Defense - Livermore 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 United Studios of Self Defense - Livermore
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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