This place is awesome. Before committing to this location, I did my due diligence for a few different locations for my eight year old son. The masters here are absolutely AMAZING! Master Kim and Master Suyeon are not only experts in their art, but also extremely entertaining to kids and parents. They're very attentive to each kid's needs and accommodating. Respect! read more

Dragon Martial Arts - Martial Arts Near Me - Torrance, California

[Review #129] We enrolled H when she was 2-1/2 years old... after 3 struggling lessons, she quit. I felt she was too young to start TKD lessons because she was the shortest & only girl in class. H liked her teacher, Master Park, & he always made her feel welcomed & accepted. So we're back, almost 3 years later. H has mastered the basic foundation skills: poomse, punches, & kicks; she is ready to transition from her white belt & test for the yellow belt. The other masters are equally impressive... Master Ian has great form & skills when I watch him instruct the kids with higher color belts. He is also patient & sensitive... as I watched him deal with my l'il one's frustration one morning. Within seconds after talking to her, she straighten up & got in line to wait for the class to start. Master Park is a superb master & is great with kids. He alters from the serious TKD master to the kids' best buddy so they feel comfortable in class; this is especially important for the new students as the class (size) can be overwhelming. In addition to teaching martial arts, he also emphasizes respect to the teacher, your parents, & people. And his teaching overflows to H's everyday life outside of class - discipline, respectful, patience. I highly recommend this school for you or your kids! read more

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Fun filled yet serious about their Tae Kwon Do ! My 11 yo daughter doesn't want to miss any of her twice a week class! Hands down to Master Park and Master Ian !! read more

Dragon Martial Arts - Martial Arts Near Me - Torrance, California

My friend and I were looking for a martial arts studio that could accommodate our 5 (collective) children. After trying a few different places, we hadn't found a match, but we had narrowed down what we were looking for. We wanted a place where: 1) all children ages 3-7 could join in the class (we were willing to stay for two back to back classes); 2) there had to be a good mix of boys and girls enrolled; 3) the class size couldn't be too big; 4) class ideally would start after 3:30pm but before 5pm; 5) we didn't need to sign a year long contract (we were willing to pay a slightly higher price for that) as our children can be fickle; and 6) our children needed to enjoy it. We finally tried out Dragon on Sepulveda. It met our requirements, which were rather superficial and pragmatic. But that's not what impressed me (I'm sure there are other schools that could meet these requirements). I was impressed rather by the way the instructor dealt with my son, who's a bit on the sensitive side. He managed to have 3 meltdowns over the course of his first two classes. The instructor didn't bat an eye. I was prepared to throw in the towel and go home, particularly after the last one, but the instructor handled it so well that by the end of each class my son was laughing and smiling. They clearly put emphasis not just on physical fitness and form, but on mental and emotional strength. It's about the whole person and about character building. Big thumbs up. read more

This is the best place ever for the kids. I don't know much about martial arts, but I do know a great kid program when I see one. The instructors are naturals when dealing with kids and they make fitness fun. After my 4 yr old watched one session with my 7 yr old she had to join. Now they both go together and have a blast every time. Their program stresses respect for people and parents and they give the kids home projects to work on between classes like making their bed, etc. I've seen a hug attitude and respect improvement from my kids in a very short time. An absolute recomendation. read more

Best place for TKD my kids likes to come And they enjoy the training with Master Park and Master Ian Adult class is great starts at 7:45 perfect to end the day and get rid of the Stress read more

I absolutely recommend this location. I have been to 4 other dojangs and none of them compared to this one. The coaching style is very very professional and have learned more efficiently than the other places. They are very friendly with children but know how to teach skills very well. read more

My son has been attending this Taekwondo studio for two years and he loves it. Master Ian and his instructors are very patient, loving and dedicated to the children. I appreciate their passion for martial arts, their support for education, good behavior and discipline. read more

My 9 year old grandaughter took the summer session. She had a great time and learned a lot. The instructor is really good!

We were originally at the PCH location, but after my son's Master left without warning we decided to quit. The replacement was less then stellar who made the experience for my son less then motivating. By accident we ran into Master Ian who works out of the Sepulveda location. He encouraged us to come to his location and that he would help my son get his black belt. I was hesitant based on the last experience. Teachers have an impacting effect on kids and to keep changing things would not be beneficial to sons. After much debated we decided to give it another try. From the beginning Master Park and Master Ian had a lot of patience for both boys. My 3 year old was just starting out and very much a toddler. His focus is not always on point, but both Masters were so good with getting him to participate and pay attention. Fast forward to a year, my oldest is 7 with a green belt and my youngest is 3 with a yellow belt. Both Masters are very disciplined yet fun with the kids. It is not just all work which is important. Every location is different based on the person running it. I am very pleased with this location even though it is the smallest out of the others. The staff is very personable and professionally. Had it not been for the two Masters encouragement, we would have given up. Thank you Masters! read more

I love this place. Master Yong, Master Park, Master Jaque, Instructor Raymond and Instructor Toshi are really nice and super good trainers. They know what they are doing. I am in better shape, I am more flexible than ever.I started with them last September and they helped me lose over 40lbs. They have changed me into a better fit person and they also have very good pricing. I REALLY RECOMMEND IT! read more

My 7 year old daughter loves this class. Master Park and Master Ian are both very good instructors - they make it fun and interesting for the kids, but they also keep them in line and don't let them horse around during class. It's a very flexible schedule with two or three classes available daily and the children learn valuable lessons about discipline and behaving well at home and in school in addition to tae kwon do. I would recommend to all parents for kids 5 and up. read more

Doesn't get any better than this. We have 3 kids here....my son got his Black Belt last year....and 2 daughters are progressing toward same. This location is run by Master Park and Master Ian....and they offer the perfect balance of fun yet serious disciplined martial arts. read more

Awesome! Master Park and Master Ian are so dedicated to showing the kids Tae Kwon Do and they all have fun while doing it! Classes are unlimited, you can go as many times as you want. My daughter should be a black belt by the end of this year. Gentlemen you do a wonderful job teaching my child discipline and have a great time in the process. Good job! read more

My son Christopher Failla has been attending Dragon Martial Arts since last year and we all love it. Master Ian and master Sue are really good with the kids. All the instructors do a great job of being patient and teaching the kids take kwon do. My son looks forward to coming to class everyday. The techniques and life lessons that he has learned here are valuable and have made him a better person. We love dragon martial arts at the sepulveda location. read more

My son has being going to this location for a a few years. Master Park and Master Ian have really good instruction and work well with the kids. Great place for kids to learn great discipline and respect. read more

I love dragon martial arts studio in Torrance, Master Park and Master Ian are amazing with kids, they are very patient, fun and yet inspire respect and discipline to all the class, my son Joshua loves to go every time, he is not only feeling accomplished but also doing lots of good exercise, he is more relaxed and happy after we come back home, since he's been there his attention spam and impulsiveness has improve a lot, even ourselves have learn just by watching how to get his attention in a better way. We are totally happy to meet people like them and to know our son is in great hands! read more

Outstanding staff who takes the time and are patient with the kids! Master Park and Master Ian are very knowledgable!

Master Park left and Master Ian is unkind and singles my child out in a negative way! My son refuses to go. This has become a waste of money and I am sad my son lost a hobby he once enjoyed. Places like this should only employ people who encourage kids not bully them! So sad Master Park left. He is a kind and caring teacher! read more

Best place TKD for my son Saif and he enjoyed a lot . Master park and master lan are so nice . They know how to make kids enjoy and they work with kids very well. Kids learn great discipline and respect. Thanks to master park and master lan. read more

Love this location! Master Ian and Master Park are awesome to make the atmosphere passionately. Strongly recommend all people who have kids or themselves there is an adult class too. Join DMA! read more

The teachers are both really good with the kids and they learn here! Awesome Tae Kwon Do dojo, parking can be hard to find and the dojo isn't BIG, but it shouldn't matter as long as the teachers are really good, the place is clean, and everyone here learns something all of the time they're here. read more

Masters are very kid friendly and energetic. My kids (6 and 9) never want to miss sessions held twice a week. Some are negative about instructors goofing around with kids but I think they show kids learning martial arts can be real fun. And before you know it kids learn discipline and manners! read more

We love it here at Dragon Martial Arts. Master Ian and all of the instructors are awesome with the kids! They make it fun for them, while teaching them at the same time. I love that they are learning respect and discipline in addition to Tae Kwon Do skills. This is really a great place to help boost your child's self confidence and sense of accomplishment. read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about this establishment! The truly care about each child and their progress.

I can watch Masters Park and Ian work with these kids all day. They're teaching them not only the martial arts, but also practicing respect for their parents and their siblings. They are so loving and fun but they don't put up with any nonsense either. The rewards the children receive for their specific behaviors are meaningful to them and their sense of pride just resonates and beams across the room. I'm very glad we have our young daughter (RB) here. read more

This is the third martial arts we have tried. Third time is the charm. We are staying here through the black belt program. The masters here are dedicated, clearly love what they do and children. Even when there is discipline necessary, it is communicated with love and completely appropriate. This program is about more than just a weekly hour class. Home rules are talked about. What to do about bullying is talked about. My son is nine and we have been here for about 18 months. Parents are included and not asked to drop off or wait outside. Also, the studio runs quality summer camps, tutoring programs and extra events. There are movie nights and a yearly family picnic. I can't rave about this place enough. read more