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West Coast Taekwondo

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Tustin, California

Taekwondo school Free trial Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Sparring Competition team

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 4–18) — 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 westcoasttaekwondotustin.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (714) 505-3220

Hours

Monday 4:50–9 PM
Tuesday 3:10–9 PM
Wednesday 3:10–9 PM
Thursday 3:10–9 PM
Friday 3:10–6:55 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 West Coast Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 13 mentions

“In a world where kids are immersed in social media and online gaming, this is a great way to get them a real life activity to open their mind.”

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Teens

“Perfect place for young kids, teens and adults to learn Taekwondo.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Very reasonably priced and they teach not just Taekwondo but also some very important self defense techniques and life skills.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“They also have a good schedule for the testing cycles.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at West Coast Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Very reasonably priced and they teach not just Taekwondo but also some very important self defense techniques and life skills.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 4 mentions

“Williams for about 7 years and they treat you like a family and They have excellent instructors, Their dedication and positive energy to every student goes way beyond the norm.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 8 mentions

“West Coast Taekwondo prepare kids and youths for real-life martial arts, our Family knows Mr.”

📘 strong forms & technique 3 mentions

“Very reasonably priced and they teach not just Taekwondo but also some very important self defense techniques and life skills.”

great workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“In a world where kids are immersed in social media and online gaming, this is a great way to get them a real life activity to open their mind.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Thank you West Coast Taekwondo for making our child confident, patient and humble!”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“They have leadership classes and also participate in regional and national level tournaments!”

From the reviews

Perfect place for young kids, teens and adults to learn Taekwondo. All the instructors are super good. They are extremely patient and very helpful. I joined here in 2022 and I am loving my journey here.

★★★★★ — Niyati, Dec 2024

Everybody is so nice and kind at West Coast Taekwondo. We are so pleased that our son goes to that school and learns many positive concepts. In a world where kids are immersed in social media and online gaming, this is a great way to get them a real life activity to open their mind.

★★★★★ — Jm, Feb 2023

Master Vaughn's Self Defense Class was absolutely incredible! She was so knowledgeable on the subject and I appreciated how she focused on building upon our individual strengths. She also addressed our individual concerns and prepared us with what we need to know to protect ourselves and loved ones.

★★★★★ — Cassidy, May 2023

My kid joined taekwondo as dragon n now moved to tiger group. Austin sir trained him very good in all perspectives not taekwondo alone. Vaughan, Adam n other instructors too are very good n observed many kids performing very well. Thank you team.

★★★★★ — Mohan, Dec 2024

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New to taekwondo? Start at West Coast Taekwondo

West Coast Taekwondo 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first taekwondo class at West Coast 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.

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 West Coast Taekwondo

2640 Walnut Ave # B, Tustin, CA92780

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