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Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy

4.6 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Shoreline, Washington

Taekwondo school Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 4–12) — 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule wapremiertaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (206) 629-4711

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Friday 10:30 AM–6 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 48 mentions

“My son started at Washington Premier about two years ago with Master Han after we've tried different team sports and he's been loving it so much.”

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🐲 Little Dragons

“He began TKD at age 4 and this past November after a lot of hard work, earned his black belt.”

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🎓 Belt Testing 3 mentions

“i was often always stressed about belt testing but it wasn’t ever as bad as i thought it would be.”

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What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 5 mentions

“Master Han is amazing with the kids,he makes Taekwondo fun while teaching respect, focus, and discipline in such a positive way.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions
🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 10 mentions

“We appreciated the quality of the instruction our son received, and the Hans also incorporated a lot of fun, family events into the school.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“The leadership at this school has taught my children self-discipline, self-respect, respect to others, and public performance that we could not have imagined.”

certified & recognized school 28 mentions

“i love it here:33‼️ so fun hehe, master han the goat i joined 2 years ago now and its been very fun learning and doing new things as well as meeting new people.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 21 mentions

“The leadership at this school has taught my children self-discipline, self-respect, respect to others, and public performance that we could not have imagined.”

From the reviews

My son was a student of Master Han’s for 3 years. He began TKD at age 4 and this past November after a lot of hard work, earned his black belt. Master Han and his staff are all wonderful! They are professional, really care about the students and while they expect hard work, also want the students to have fun.

★★★★★ — Rebecca, Jan 2019

Our son took tae kwon do with Master Han for over 4 years, and we were very happy there. My son loved Master Han, and he and Mrs. Han and their son and daughter truly care about their students. They are flexible and responsive.

★★★★☆ — Amy, Feb 2019

My child has been coming twice a week to Master Han's for just over a year. We have had an exceptional experience. All of their staff are wonderful with the kids. They focus on teaching self-discipline, physical strength, and balance all while encouraging and motivating.

★★★★★ — A, Jun 2023

i love it here:33‼️ so fun hehe, master han the goat i joined 2 years ago now and its been very fun learning and doing new things as well as meeting new people. i’ve gotten 2 close friends from taekwondo and i feel like almost nothing is too embarrassing here because everyone is nice.

★★★★★ — Aurea, Sep 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy

Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy 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.

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Your first taekwondo class at Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy

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 Washington Premier Taekwondo Academy

640 NW Richmond Beach Rd, Shoreline, WA98177

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