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YB World Taekwondo Academy | Martial Arts, Hope Street, Stamford
4.9 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Stamford, Connecticut
Style / system: Olympic / World Taekwondo — 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
- 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
- Membership memberships run around $65/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 13) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ybworldtkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (203) 658-8776
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 3–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 3–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter had asked for karate lessons, and we happen to make the winning bid at a school fundraiser for an 8 week session at YB World TKD.”
“My son started in the Family Class as a 2-year-old, now as a 3-year-old in Little Dragons and truly loves it.”
“I have two children that just passed their blackbelt test at the YB World Academy.”
Other martial arts here
“My daughter had asked for karate lessons, and we happen to make the winning bid at a school fundraiser for an 8 week session at YB World TKD.”
What students say
“Master CJ is such a great teacher, the kids all love him and Mrs.”
“Kim's friendly attention and consideration for every member and the professionalism and individual attention that Master Carlos and Master CJ gives to every kid.”
“My son really enjoys every single class. We love Randall and the owner Mrs.”
“Kim's friendly attention and consideration for every member and the professionalism and individual attention that Master Carlos and Master CJ gives to every kid.”
“Small focused classes and individual roadmap for every kid is the reason you will see each kid growing at their pace in a very open friendly and collaborative environment.”
From the reviews
My daughter had asked for karate lessons, and we happen to make the winning bid at a school fundraiser for an 8 week session at YB World TKD. That was over a year ago! I am so happy we did this for her. She loves it! She has gained confidence and perseverance.
I am so thankful to be part of the YB World Martial Arts Taekwondo Academy on Hope Street. The instructors are second to none. They provide a nice balance of structure and care.
This is a great place for kids interested in martial arts. The instructors Masters CJ and Carlos are patient with the kids and spends time emphasizing the importance of all aspects of martial arts including respect and teamwork. The instructions are good and the kids get an excellent workout. Mrs.
We saw a big change in our kid since we started going to YB world at hope street. Became more social, confident and an extrovert. The staff is amazing right from Mrs.
Your first taekwondo class at YB World Taekwondo Academy | Martial Arts, Hope Street, Stamford
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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