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Kids Taekwondo in Portland
18 schools in Portland, Oregon 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 18 options in town, it's worth visiting two before you decide.
1. W1 Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 187 reviews
“Our daughter expressed a keen interest in learning Taekwondo, prompting her to join trial classes at W1 Taekwondo. From the very beginning, she found herself thoroughly enjoying…” — Gurpreet
2. Rock Creek Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 159 reviews
“We absolutely love the experience at rock Creek taekwondo. My oldest son reached his blue belt before choosing a different sport. Now it's my little man's turn to shine, learn…” — Tyler
3. World Champion Taekwondo, Inc
4.9 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
“We started Tae Kwon Do to help our 8 year old daughter gain some confidence, focus, and an understanding of commitments and dedication. Her first lesson was difficult. It was so…” — Celina
4. US World Class Taekwondo Hollywood
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
“Such a great place! The teachers are kind and patient with the kids. My daughters loves coming here and it is a great place to develop confidence. There is a side room that the…” — Megan
5. World Class Taekwondo Bethany
4.7 ★★★★★ 56 reviews
“USWC TKD at Bethany is simply amazing. Master Ryan Carraba is the instructor for my child and he is such a good teacher. The care, patience, and excitement level he brings to each…” — Red
6. World Champion Taekwondo-Forest Heights
5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
“Phenomenal place to learn. Instructor Jordan is amazing with kids of all ages (I've seen her teaching kids as young as four and as old as fourteen as well as occasional adults).…” — K.
7. World Class Taekwondo Cedar Mill
5 ★★★★★ 50 reviews
“Mr. Alex is such a wonderful instructor and amazing person. He is so caring, patient, cheerful, and helpful at all times. His enthusiasm is viral and gets kids going so well. Our…” — Red
8. Yong-In Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 44 reviews
“My father and I have worked with Grand Master Ha for over ten years now and have found every minute to be of value. Yong-In is unique in that you get an 8th degree (VERY…” — Fea
9. Sunrise TaeKwonDo
4.6 ★★★★★ 47 reviews
“It has taken me a while to write this review. Pros: Most of my family's experiences were positive. a)They do a great job with young kids, helping them build self confidence and…” — Kathryn
10. World Champion Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 37 reviews
“amazing bunch of people and master lee is a delight. funny and always willing to help and guide the kids under his teachings. Master Lee was seen during the testing and we know…” — George
11. Kim's Taekwon-Do Portland
4.9 ★★★★★ 31 reviews
“I began training there with my three children. Besides a fantastic workout, it has been an amazing bonding experience going on this journey with my children. The Instructors are…” — Ryan
12. Sunrise Taekwondo Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 23 reviews
“My kids went there and it was a whole new world! My kids made SO many friends and they're all nice. The instructors are REALLY nice and friendly, I recommend going and starting…” — Oscar
13. Dragon Brand Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 22 reviews
“This school and its owners/instructors are top notch human beings, and skilled trainers. My daughter has studied here for years, and has gained a great deal of confidence in…” — Rhonda
14. Traditional Taekwon-Do
4.9 ★★★★★ 18 reviews
“I guess I could be considered biased since I have been going here for most of a decade, but perhaps that in of itself is review enough. My son and I started here many moons ago…” — Rockne
15. Taekwondo - White Tiger Martial Arts
4.1 ★★★★☆ 9 reviews
“This is a great martial arts class. The instructor is extremely patient while, at the same time, maintains discipline in the classroom. The prices for the classes and uniforms are…” — Joe
16. One Taekwondo Academy
4.4 ★★★★☆ 7 reviews
“My son started here last year and was immediately drawn in and fell in love with taekwondo. Master Vicente shows a great balance of discipline and humor. The students get a…” — Sarah
17. One Taekwondo Academy-Portland
5 ★★★★★ 6 reviews
“My kidshave been here for a few months now and they love it. The master is awesome with the kids and parents and with the class all together” — Candis
18. Woodstock Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 3 reviews
“I love this Taekwondo school which operates at a location through the Portland Parks and Rec!! They have amazing, patient teachers and a flexible schedule all at a very reasonable…” — Gabby
Enrolling your child in Portland: 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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