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Kids Taekwondo in Los Angeles
20 schools in Los Angeles, California show real evidence — from their own sites or parents' reviews — of running kids or youth taekwondo classes. Taekwondo is a genuinely good fit for children: it builds confidence, focus, and fitness in a disciplined, respectful setting, and young beginners drill kicks, forms, and pad work rather than full-contact sparring. The best move before enrolling is simply to go watch a class — ask each school what age ranges its classes serve and how it introduces sparring for kids, and notice whether the instructor is patient and the room is calm and organized. Schools are ranked below by local reputation (rating weighted by review count), and with 20 options in town, it's worth visiting two before you decide.
1. Tae Ryong Taekwondo School Los Angeles
5 ★★★★★ 112 reviews
“Excellent studio! Master Hutchinson does a fantastic job teaching students of all ages and abilities. The Olympic style of Taekwondo (World Taekwondo) taught here offers a great…” — Todd
2. Tae Ryong - Taekwondo School
5 ★★★★★ 95 reviews
“We really love Brentwood Taekwondo studio! The instructors are not only highly skilled but also very kind, patient, and encouraging with the kids. My child loves his instructor…” — Han
3. Villa's Taekwondo
4.9 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
“Villa's TKD is an excellent privately owned dojang that is committed to their students and athletes. My son started here nine years ago when he was slightly under five years old.” — Jorge
4. Alonzo Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 56 reviews
“I am thrilled to share my experience with Master Alonzo’s Taekwondo classes in Mar Vista! In just a couple of months, my toddler has blossomed under his guidance, gaining…” — Kara
5. Two Nations Tkd College 🥋
4.6 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
“very excellent school love the structure , dedication and discipline amazing will definitely recommend ...” — Mayra
6. 360 Taekwondo: Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 38 reviews
“My experience as a bigger really good school the master very respectful and they make you feel like a family overall really good school” — Iowe
7. LA Do San Taekwondo | 엘에이 도산 태권도
4 ★★★★☆ 43 reviews
“Where should I start from.. ever since I joined this family things have changed for me in general. From being at home all the time to practicing martial arts 24/7. I encourage…” — Ana
8. Progression Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews
“Not just an incredible place to train, but an incredible community as well! My kids have trained with Master Lee for 9 years, and I have trained with the moms for years as well.…” — Angelike
9. Jun Chong Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 29 reviews
“Our daughter started taking classes and over the years my husband and I enrolled. We love Jun Chong Tae Kwon Do. Master Chong and every other instructor has something special to…” — Krater
10. Hwang's Taekwondo Center 🥋
5 ★★★★★ 26 reviews
“Hwang’s Tae Kwon Do Center is an amazing place for adults and kids alike. I’m now ringing in my eighth month at the Dojang, and I can honestly say that joining was one of the best…” — Darcy
11. Best US Tae-Kwon DO Academy
5 ★★★★★ 25 reviews
“We love it here! Master Kim and Master Choi are amazing and my son loves Tyler, the assistant teacher. Great for young kids, my son is 5 years old, and older kids as well. They…” — Barbara
12. Azteca Taekwondo Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 26 reviews
“No doubt I couldn't have done better than to choose Azteca Taekwondo center for my 5 year old it's only been her 3rd month Training and they are amazing with communication and…” — Patricia
13. Tiger Black Belt Center
4.5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews
“Grand Master is the best my brothers took his classes in the 80s they are all brown belts....My son took his classes in 2015 he's a black now my 10 year old son & 6 year old grand…” — Cookie
14. Rangers Taekwondo Club
5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews
“This dojo is one of the best dojos I have been in! If you come sure the training may be boring, but get on the masters good side and you can play minigames! This dojo teaches you…” — Angel
15. D.K. Tae Kwon Do Academy-Pico
4.8 ★★★★★ 14 reviews
“Been coming here for about 5 years the masters and instructors are great. My kids love attending class. The people here work with you with payment plans for memberships and you…” — Ana
16. Dae Sung Brothers Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 13 reviews
“Master Kim and his instructors are the best!! I love their classes and they really motivate you. I so appreciate all the skills I've learned so far with my kids at this school for…” — Vksvlva
17. Taekwondo International
5 ★★★★★ 13 reviews
“The lessons Master Cordoba taught me many years ago have stuck with me. He taught me discipline, focus, and strength. If I lived in LA I’d enroll my kids immediately. If you can,…” — Brianda
19. Youngjin Tekwondo Center
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
“The masters and school have given my daughter so much confidence. We love going here.” — Kevin
20. Chung Do Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 4 reviews
“though i stopped doing taekwondo a few years back, the discipline, self-confidence, and physical fitness i gained from it are still part of me. master kim was so inspirational. he…” — Sid
Enrolling your child in Los Angeles: practical notes
- Watch a class first. Any welcoming school will let you and your child observe before signing up. Look for a patient instructor, a calm and organized room, and kids who are having fun while staying on task.
- Ask about age ranges. Confirm which class fits your child — many schools split younger kids from older kids and teens — so the pace and content match their age.
- Ask about the sparring policy for kids. Reputable schools keep young beginners on kicks, forms, and pad work; sparring should be introduced gradually, kept light, done in protective gear, and closely supervised.
- Keep gear simple to start. Comfortable athletic clothes and water are enough for a first class — most schools provide a dobok, and they'll tell you when it's worth buying your own. See the what-to-wear guide.
- Use a free trial. Many schools offer a free trial class — the lowest-pressure way to find out if it clicks for your child. See free taekwondo trial classes.
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