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World Champion Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 128 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Wake Forest, North Carolina
Part of World Champion Taekwondo
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 4–7) — 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nctaekwondo.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 919-562-8984
Hours
| Monday | 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 3–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has gone to World Champion Tae Kwon Do for a year and a half now, since she was four, and it’s increased her self confidence, self-esteem, and physicality by folds.”
“My son has been going for about a year and half now, starting as a white belt and is now currently a deputy black belt earning his stripes to be able to test for a black belt.”
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What students say
“The other students are encouraging and competitive in a positive manner, but where it really shines is in their array of incredible instructors.”
“From the very first day, we were welcomed with warmth and kindness, and we immediately felt like part of a supportive and caring family.”
“Master Lee and the instructors are wonderful and so attentive to each individual helping them perfect their form and giving incredible encouragement all along the way.”
“Moreover, I have noticed a positive change in my son's discipline and respectfulness, both at home and in school.”
“My daughter has gone to World Champion Tae Kwon Do for a year and a half now, since she was four, and it’s increased her self confidence, self-esteem, and physicality by folds.”
“Master Lee and the instructors are wonderful and so attentive to each individual helping them perfect their form and giving incredible encouragement all along the way.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at World Champion Taekwondo since 2021, and looking back, I can see how much this journey has shaped me. Now as a 2nd Dan and a member of the leadership team, Taekwondo has strengthened my discipline, confidence, and mindset in ways I never expected.
A year ago, I enrolled my daughter and son at World Champion Taekwondo. I wanted to help my shy daughter gain confidence and was worried about my 5-year-old son’s focus and behavior before starting school. After one year, the transformation has been amazing!
My daughter Seleena has been going to world champion taekwondo for 5 years, it very much impacted her life in a great way! The wonderful staff team are great especially Master Lee.
My son Cameron started with Master Lee in 2020 during COVID. First and foremost, I must say that the instructors are absolutely fantastic. They are not only highly skilled in Taekwondo but also very patient and encouraging with the students.
New to taekwondo? Start at World Champion Tae Kwon Do
World Champion Tae Kwon 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 World Champion Tae Kwon 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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