Focus with a purpose
Follow instructions, work on a specific technique, and learn to return attention to the task at hand.
Ages 7–12
Kids Taekwondo & Martial Arts in Ridgewood, NJ
Help your child build practical skills, focus, and confidence through traditional Korean Taekwondo. Our Ridgewood school welcomes children beginning their journey and students ready for their next challenge.
Grand Master Lak Gwan Kim30B Cottage Place, RidgewoodBeginners welcome
The KT approach
Confidence that comes from practice.
Children learn more than a sequence of movements. Listening to a correction, repeating a technique, and working respectfully with others all matter. At KT, progress is earned through consistent effort and individual guidance.
Learn about our school
Respect in action
Practice self-control and consideration for instructors and training partners in the dojang.
Skills that develop over time
Build coordination and Taekwondo fundamentals, with classes organized by experience and belt level.
Your first visit
A starting point that fits.
We’ll ask about your child’s age and experience, then recommend a class. During the trial you can get to know the school and discuss the next step with Master Kim. There is no need to choose a belt-level class on your own.
How to prepare for your first classMake a plan
When to train.
Beginner, intermediate, advanced, and black belt classes appear throughout the week. Saturday also includes a children’s class. Ask us to match your child with the right class.
Explore the full scheduleBefore you begin
Your questions,
answered.
Learn more about the school’s approach and instructor.
Meet Grand Master KimWhich class should a beginner join?
Start with a free-trial request and tell us your child’s age and experience. We’ll recommend the appropriate class rather than asking you to choose a belt level.
Is this the same as karate?
KT teaches traditional Korean Taekwondo. Karate is a different martial art. Families comparing kids’ martial arts can visit a trial class to see our teaching approach firsthand.
Can a child with previous training join?
Yes, contact the school with details of their previous training and belt level. Master Kim can discuss a suitable class and next steps.
Can we ask about confidence and bullying concerns?
Yes. Tell Master Kim what you hope your child will work on, including confidence, self-control, or personal boundaries. We can discuss how training fits those goals. If bullying is happening, involve the responsible adults at school as well.
Experience KT
Take the first step with kids Taekwondo.
Tell us who would like to train. We’ll recommend a class and confirm your free trial in Ridgewood.