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Vargas Taekwondo
4.9 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Lake Mary, Florida
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 5) — 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule vargastaekwondo.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 407-687-0886
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–8 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I checked out several local “chain” schools for my kids but this one resonated with me as very similar to one I attended as a child.”
“They are learning discipline and self-control while learning practical self-defense techniques.”
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“They are learning discipline and self-control while learning practical self-defense techniques.”
What students say
“The classes are engaging, well-structured, and motivating, and the environment is always welcoming and supportive.”
“They are learning discipline and self-control while learning practical self-defense techniques.”
“My kids have learned discipline and confidence with the practice of Taekwondo under the guidance of Master Pete and Mrs.”
“There are additional avenues that are promoted and supported to participate in events, tournaments which also helps kids get the competitive exposure.”
“Grand Master Vargas, a Marine veteran, tailors instruction to the age/maturity of each class while still maintaining the students’ focus and interest.”
“Grand Master Vargas, a Marine veteran, tailors instruction to the age/maturity of each class while still maintaining the students’ focus and interest.”
From the reviews
Amazing! Love Mrs. Linda and Mr. Peter. Best decision I made for my son. They are amazing at what they do. The kids love them. Vargas Taekwondo has impacted my son so much and given him confidence in himself and teaching him disciplined behavior. I’m so grateful for Vargas Taekwondo!!!
Wonderful Taekwondo school. So thankful my son has found a home here. Not only are fundamental techniques taught, but also respect. Can’t recommend this place enough!!! Grand Master and Master Linda show true pinnacle leadership with these kids!
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Vargas Taekwondo! The instructors are exceptional — skilled, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping every student succeed. They go beyond teaching martial arts by instilling important values like discipline, respect, confidence, and perseverance.
Vargas Taekwondo is the best place to be to learn amazing martial arts techniques and forms as well as core values that will strengthen you as an individual and make you an overall better person. Mr. and Mrs.
New to taekwondo? Start at Vargas Taekwondo
Vargas Taekwondo 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 Vargas Taekwondo
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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