Taekwondo Classes in Pittsburgh, PA

Good to know in Pittsburgh

For a recognized affiliation or certification (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon, or a certified black-belt master), students point to North Hills ATA Martial Arts, Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness, Zang TKD Greentree and Young Brothers Tae Kwon DO.

Plan your first class

These schools offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try taekwondo before you enroll. Check each school's schedule for the current offer.

• North Hills ATA Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.9 (73) — 484 Lowries Run Rd
• Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (32) — 3606 Brownsville Rd

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New to taekwondo?

These schools are called out by students as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that you start with the basics and sparring builds up slowly with protective gear. Everyone started as a white belt.

• Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Pittsburgh ★★★★★ 4.9 (38) — 2014 Murray Ave
• Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (32) — 3606 Brownsville Rd
• Young Brothers Tae Kwon DO ★★★★★ 4.6 (22) — 3391 Babcock Blvd

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Kids & teen taekwondo in Pittsburgh

These schools run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills. Check each school's schedule for age groups and times.

• North Hills ATA Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.9 (73) — 484 Lowries Run Rd
• Oom Yung Doe - 8 Martial Arts - Pittsburgh ★★★★★ 4.9 (38) — 2014 Murray Ave
• Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (32) — 3606 Brownsville Rd

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Taekwondo in Pittsburgh: quick answers

How much do taekwondo classes cost a month in Pittsburgh?

Most Pittsburgh schools don't post prices online. Taekwondo is usually sold as a monthly membership, plus a uniform (dobok) and belt-testing fees, and rates vary by school. Many offer a free intro class, so you can visit before you enroll — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.

Do any Pittsburgh schools offer a free trial or free first class?

Yes — 2 of the 5 schools in Pittsburgh advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including North Hills ATA Martial Arts, Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness. Offers change, so confirm on the school's site before you go.

I'm a total beginner — can I start taekwondo in Pittsburgh?

Yes. Taekwondo welcomes complete beginners of every age, and you don't need to be fit or flexible first — classes build your strength, flexibility, and coordination. 3 Pittsburgh schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly. You start with the basics — stances, blocks, kicks, and forms — and sparring is introduced gradually with protective gear. Every student begins as a white belt.

Are there kids' taekwondo classes in Pittsburgh?

Yes — 5 Pittsburgh schools run kids' or youth taekwondo, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills in a supervised setting; check each school's schedule for age groups and times.

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