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YB Champions Taekwondo Academy
5 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Greensboro, North Carolina
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo · Kukkiwon-certified — 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 →
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 — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ybchampionstkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (336) 285-7869
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He creates a disciplined, positive, and motivating environment where kids build confidence, respect, and strong character.”
“It’s been great seeing him stay so motivated, even after reaching his black belt goal.”
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What students say
“Master An is very patient and supportive with all the color and black belts.”
“I’m so thankful for the positive impact this school has had on him, and I highly recommend it to any family looking for a great taekwondo program.”
“Usually, my husband and I attend his Family Classes, but there are a variety of classes to choose from (sparring, weapons, forms).”
“The discipline was a welcome change from the other programs and has allowed my child to thrive.”
“His classes are very reasonably priced for learning Taekwondo from an Asian Olympics Gold Medalist.”
“Master Ahn teaches with a genuine passion for Taekwondo, and it really shows in the way he cares for and motivates the students.”
From the reviews
We had a fantastic experience with Taekwondo training and after-school program at this gym. Master An is very professional and caring. As a mother, I know my kid is in the best hands. Highly recommend.
I have been training Taekwondo with Master An for a year now. Usually, my husband and I attend his Family Classes, but there are a variety of classes to choose from (sparring, weapons, forms). The classes are fun and appropriately challenging.
A great place for kids and adults to learn Kukkiwon Taekwondo. Master An is very patient and supportive with all the color and black belts. He has a good martial art background and curriculum. The students develop discipline, confidence and strong social skills, and they have fun too!
A wonderful place for kids to grow! My son has been training here for years (since he was 4). The instructors are so talented at teaching in a way that’s both educational and fun. It’s been great seeing him stay so motivated, even after reaching his black belt goal. We couldn't be happier!
New to taekwondo? Start at YB Champions Taekwondo Academy
YB Champions 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.
Your first taekwondo class at YB Champions 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.
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