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USTC's Red Tiger Taekwon-do
4.9 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — 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 →
Plan your first class
- 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule red-tiger.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (215) 969-9962
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30–11 AM, 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30–11 AM, 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Daniel and Master Marcello are incredibly patient and encouraging, tailoring their approach to suit the learning and energy styles of even the youngest of children.”
“Masters are wonderful teachers and work very hard with the little tigers.”
“This family owned place is not just to learn some self defence techniques and shred some pounds, the professional trainers teach discipline and respect.”
“The most important stage ahead for everyone involved in taekwondo is the black belt test, but with such a coach and such a team, I'm sure everything will work out.”
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“This family owned place is not just to learn some self defence techniques and shred some pounds, the professional trainers teach discipline and respect.”
What students say
“Daniel and Master Marcello are incredibly patient and encouraging, tailoring their approach to suit the learning and energy styles of even the youngest of children.”
“Red tiger is a great place to learn taekwondo for all ages and all backgrounds.”
“Red Tiger is not just teaching taekwondo drills, sparrings and patterns - it makes me a part of the most inspiring and supportive community I’ve ever seen.”
“This family owned place is not just to learn some self defence techniques and shred some pounds, the professional trainers teach discipline and respect.”
“In this club, your children will learn discipline, willpower, character, and they will also find friends who will support them in victory and defeat.”
“My children have been training here since 2022 and they’re winners of many competitions and tournaments.”
From the reviews
Red Tiger Taekwon-do has been an amazing experience for my kids(Aliya and Usman)! They absolutely love going there every week. The atmosphere is fantastic—welcoming, positive, and full of energy. The coaches are incredibly friendly and make learning fun while ensuring the kids understand the importance of discipline.
We came to the Red Tiger almost 4 years ago. During this time, our daughter participated in many competitions, won many medals and cups. The most important stage ahead for everyone involved in taekwondo is the black belt test, but with such a coach and such a team, I'm sure everything will work out.
My brother and sister, Jhon Franklyn and Yolimar, have been attending Red Tiger for over a year now and they absolutely love it. I always encourage the kids to have extracurricular activities and when I came across Red Tiger, I advised my parents to enroll the kids.
This was my first time signing my son up for taekwon-do. The teachers there are so calm and good. When I my son entered they taught him how to fight. However they also taught disciplined him. They taught him to be patient, calm, and also to respect others.
New to taekwondo? Start at USTC's Red Tiger Taekwon-do
USTC's Red Tiger Taekwon-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 USTC's Red Tiger Taekwon-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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