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Yoo's Authentic Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 40 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Alexandria, Virginia
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 yoosama.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 703-765-7881
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“This studio is far more than that -- it's tai kwan do, community, discipline, athleticism, accountability, and a place to help kids become their best selves!”
“Our son attends both the pee-wee class and the after-school program, and our experience has been truly exceptional.”
“Yoo's has helped my children and AJ became a black belt and is now going to Gonzaga Jesuit High School.”
“I have been attending adult classes under the Taekwondo program for almost a year now and I can’t express how much I love it.”
“My oldest is now ranked #1 in the USA in Olympic Sparring and is a member of both national teams.”
Other martial arts here
“They are the real deal specializing in Taekwondo, Hapkido(which I also studied under them), and Kung Fu as well as the Taekwondo sport program.”
What students say
“I was a student of Grandmaster Yoo in the 1970's, and the best thing I ever did was enroll my son when he was a kid.”
“Family owned and operated since day one, they offer a wide variety of classes that cover many styles and all ages and skill levels.”
“This studio is far more than that -- it's tai kwan do, community, discipline, athleticism, accountability, and a place to help kids become their best selves!”
“They focus on all aspects of the arts which include not only various forms and techniques but also the mind set it takes to learn and do well in the sport on a competitive level.”
“My kids love coming to the studio every time they come and tell me how much fun every class was and show me all the things they learn.”
“My oldest is now ranked #1 in the USA in Olympic Sparring and is a member of both national teams.”
From the reviews
Grandmaster Yoo and his family show true dedication and devotion to martial arts. They focus on all aspects of the arts which include not only various forms and techniques but also the mind set it takes to learn and do well in the sport on a competitive level.
I've been training under Grand Master Yoo for about 3 months. 2 things stand out to me in this time. One Grand Master Yoo truly cares about his students and their well being. I strained my hamstring and I was out for just about 2 weeks.
There's no one that I trust more than the Yoo's family. I was a student of Grandmaster Yoo in the 1970's, and the best thing I ever did was enroll my son when he was a kid. This place is special, and will continue to be a staple in the community for years to come.
Our family cannot say enough wonderful things about Yoo’s Authentic Martial Arts! From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and supported by the entire staff. The level of instruction is top-notch. The team is not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and encouraging.
New to taekwondo? Start at Yoo's Authentic Martial Arts
Yoo's Authentic Martial Arts 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 Yoo's Authentic Martial Arts
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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