We are absolutely loving Master Scott's Taekwondo Kids! As a family with deep roots in martial arts -- my husband was a karate instructor himself -- we weren't going to settle for just any studio. We found exactly what we were looking for here. Master Scott is genuinely wonderful with kids. He's kind, patient, and clearly passionate about what he teaches. Our 10yo son has gotten so much stronger since joining, and more importantly, he's developing a real appreciation for martial arts as a lifelong practice -- not just something to do after school. If you're in the Litchfield Park area and looking for a reputable, high-quality program led by someone who truly cares about his students, look no further. Highly recommend! read more

We are incredibly grateful for TaekwonKids. My four year old daughter, Noelle, has been attending Tae Kwon Do here 2 to 4 times a week, and the growth I've seen in her has been amazing. Before choosing this dojo, I visited several different places because I wanted to find the right fit. As a dad, I was not just looking for a place that teaches kicks and punches. I was looking for a place with strong leadership, real patience, a healthy culture, and people who genuinely know how to work with young children. The reason I landed here was because of Master Scott and the support system he has built around him. From the beginning, it was clear that this place is about much more than martial arts. They are helping build confidence, discipline, focus, respect, and courage in these kids. My daughter is only four, and she is doing incredible. She looks forward to class, takes pride in what she is learning, and continues to grow both on and off the mat. Watching her gain confidence, listen well, respond to instruction, and believe in herself has meant a lot to me. One thing I really appreciate is the way they challenge the kids while still meeting them at their level. That balance is not easy to find. They know how to make class engaging and age appropriate, but they also hold the children to a real standard. That matters. Kids rise when adults believe they can. Master Scott has created an environment that feels structured, encouraging, and safe. You can tell he cares deeply about the children and the families who walk through the door. That kind of leadership sets the tone for everything. The support from the staff has also been a huge part of why this experience has been so positive for us. As a parent, there is something really special about finding a place where your child is not only welcomed, but truly seen. This has been that kind of place for us. I have watched my daughter grow stronger, more confident, and more determined, and I'm thankful for the role TaekwonKids has played in that. I highly recommend this dojo to any parent looking for more than just an activity. This place is helping shape character, and that is worth a lot. read more

Our kids, Jonas & Eris, attended till about the end of 2024, and I have nothing but praise for Master Scott, and the work he did with them. He made the sport fun and approachable and was always focused on providing them a good training environment. He was strict but fair and had an awesome method and strong work ethic. We unfortunately could not continue after me and the wife both returned to work, so we had to move to a school closer to home. We miss our time here and often reflect on how great it was for the kids to get there start at Taekwonkids. I recommend this school to any parents who are considering enrolling their kids. Thanks again for all the fond memories, Master Scott. read more

Amazing place for kids. Totally recommended. Best experience with my children. A must!

We couldn't be happier with our experience at TaeKwonKids in Litchfield Park. Having been part of two other schools across the country, we came in with pretty high expectations--and this place exceeded all of them. Master Scott is truly exceptional. You can immediately see how much he cares about the school and, more importantly, about each individual child. His dedication, attention, and genuine investment in every student really set him apart. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and part of the community. Our 10-year-old son, who is already a second-degree black belt, has continued to grow and improve in ways we didn't expect at this stage. That speaks volumes about the quality of instruction here. Master Scott knows how to challenge students while still building confidence and keeping them engaged. If you're looking for a school that combines discipline, skill-building, and a truly supportive environment, this is it. Highly, highly recommend. read more

My son Brady has been coming twice a week for the last two months and has been loving it here! He's 4 years old and his attention span is sometimes all over the place and the instructors here are so patient and so good with him and understanding what he can and can't do and what should be expected. It's fantastic to see him grow each week not just with his technique, but how he's learning the language and mannerisms involved. Highly recommend for all ages! read more

Our son has been attending Taekwon-Do for three years, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. The growth we've seen in his confidence, discipline, and focus has been incredible. Master Scott is truly outstanding. He leads with patience, encouragement, and a genuine passion for teaching kids. He creates an environment where students feel supported while being challenged to do their best. You can tell he cares deeply about each child's development, both on and off the mat. We're so grateful to be part of such a positive and empowering program. Highly recommend to any family looking for a place where their child can grow, learn respect, and build confidence. read more

I can't say enough great things about Master Scott. From day one, he created an environment that is both welcoming and motivating. He managed to strike the perfect balance between discipline and encouragement, making every class engaging and rewarding. His passion for taekwondo is obvious, and it genuinely inspires his students to push themselves and stay committed. Beyond just technique, he emphasises respect, confidence, and perseverance--values that carry over into everyday life. I've seen not only physical improvement in my son but also a boost in focus and self-discipline. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated taekwondo instructor, I highly recommend him. Asher had an amazing experience training here. We are moving and will miss training with Master Scott! read more

My daughter just started attending Taekwonkids a few weeks ago and she has already grown so much more confident and improved so much! She has so much fun with Master Scott and his team and she can't wait to attend her classes! I highly recommend Taekwonkids for any family! read more

Master Scott is the best. My son has been going for 2 years now and his progress in skill and discipline has been amazing

This is a great place to send your kids to! I sent one of my daughters here and she learned so much. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable, kind and very professional. Great place for kids to build lifelong friendships while learning discipline, integrity and self-defense. Highly recommended by us! read more

Great for the kids! Growth and development. Friendships and bonding for the kids. Levels to grow and work towards.

Our oldest son is 7 and has been going to Taekwon Kids since January of this year. He loves going to class 2 to 3 times each week. In just a few months, we have seen him grow so much in confidence, persistence, and emotional maturity. Master Scott Sonu is wonderful with children and knows how to empower each person to do one's best. We look forward to sending all our kids to Taekwon Kids. read more

I cannot speak highly enough of this program. My boys (7 and 10) have been going here for about a year now and we could not be more impressed with the skills that they have learned, the confidence they have built, and the sense of family/community we have felt with them. Master Scott and all of the wonderful instructors have taught my two very different boys how to excel in the very different ways they were struggling. He was able to identify their strengths/weaknesses and help encourage and nurture them in the right direction with the right approach. Their customer service is impeccable. They really help these children GROW in the art and competition as well as respect and encouragement/sportsmanship. read more

This is an update to my first review. This used to be Elite Taekwondo and I was always happy with Master Ashley and her crew, we do miss her. That being said, my GF and I are huge fans of Master Scott and his crew. He is very disciplined and doesn't simply let kids get higher belts. He actually requires them to increase knowledge, practice and show the ability to accomplish the moves. Our son has show amazing improvement. If you are looking for a place that will truly teach you true Taekwondo and require discipline, this is the place for you and your kids. read more

TaekwonKids is such a fantastic school. If you have a child who has expressed interest in martial arts I couldn't more strongly recommend any place other than this to take them. From day one, Master Scott and Instructor Cage take an immense amount of time getting to know your child and tailoring the lesson to their strengths and weaknesses. There is time spent as a group and each child gets individual instruction. Teaching children anything can be difficult, but they have mastered the art of delivering technique and instilling discipline in their students. In a few short months I have seen my son's confidence grow leaps and bounds and his technique improve week by week. Highly recommend. read more

I can only review Master Scott, not this studio. Master Scott recently branched off on his own after several years at a very successful taekwondo franchise in the Bay Area. Master Scott is a gem - a practitioner who really feels passionately about taekwondo, a teacher who is a strong role model for his students, and someone who really cares about kids. My son greatly enjoyed his time with Master Scott and had a great experience learning taekwondo with him. We were blessed to have this amazing instructor work with our son, and we wish him well in his new endeavor. Here's my review of Master Scott's other dojang: https://www.yelp.com/biz/taekwon-kids-mountain-view-3?hrid=2ZJfsgM5dS2aMxN7bdnHfQ&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) read more

Friendly community, great staff, instructor is great with the TaeKwonDo students, and math tutors are amazing at their techniques of teaching math. read more

TaekwonKids - Taekwondo Near Me - Litchfield Park, Arizona

Full disclosure: I have not been to Taekwonkids Phoenix, nor do I even live in Phoenix. That said, I feel qualified to rate this business. Here's why: Master Scott Sonu recently moved to Phoenix, after teaching Tae Kwon Do to children in the SF Bay Area for several years. My two boys (age 9 and 6) both were TKD students of Master Scott, each starting at the age of 5, so I have several years of experience watching Scott teach and guide young children in this martial art. Words cannot describe what an amazing instructor Master Scott is. While at first glance, Scott may seem a bit intimidating (shaved head, REALLY muscular), he is absolutely wonderful with the children. He is so patient and nurturing with his young students, and he is always encouraging and motivating the students to do their best. I have watched my two young sons (neither of whom are naturally athletic) grow and flourish under his instruction, as they have loved learning TKD from Master Scott. What Silicon Valley has lost, Phoenix has gained. I heartily recommend enrolling your kids at Taekwonkids Phoenix. read more

Just my 2cents We recently moved to surprise and have spent alot of time checking out the local martial art schools Elite Taekwondo Academy by far was the most professional and hands on school we have seen Some schools seem only to care about exercising 80% and very little teaching Elite is the opposite, 80% teaching TKD, and 20% exercising, if I wanted 80% exercising I will go to the gym, you join a school to learn TKD Very Impressed so far read more

I have been a student at Taekwonkids for over a year and it is a very pleasant school. It is a safe environment for all ages and I highly recommend it to everybody. Master Scott Sonu is a very passionate instructor who really cares about his students and the quality of his teaching. Every class he goes very deep into detail on everything he teaches and does not shy away on telling you what you are lacking. I have learned life long skills from this school. read more

We have been with TKK since Master Scott Sonu took over the Do-jang in Litchfield Park. We chose TaekwonKids because of the endless positive reviews on Yelp under the TaekwonKids school that Grand Master Scott lead in No. California with his brother. We are so glad we chose TKK. Grand Master Scott, Master Cage and Master William (who recently left for college) have been wonderful role models for our son these past 3 yrs. The self confidence, discipline and skills he has learned from his Masters at TKK has helped him not only in Taekwondo but in school and other sports that he participates in. TKK is Kukkiwon Certified and they often have high ranking Taekwondo martial artists fly in from Korea to teach the kids additional skills. Grand Master Scott and his team are very respectful, kind, and are Authentic Masters of Taekwondo. read more

Great place!! Master Scott and the rest of the staff are wonderful. They are patient with the students and make sure they understand what they are doing and why. The instructors make sure each students gets individual attention as well as plenty of interaction with their peers. read more

Im an Instructor here, have been working with Grand Master Scott for almost a year now and what i can say about him is i've learned more martial arts knowledge from him in a time frame of 3 or 4 months than i did from anywhere else in 3 years, The last instructors and masters who owned the business before him were jokes, He took over the business and turned it into a fun, healthy, and exciting environment for everyone, He is a true master and continues to train and get better along with his students and instructors everyday! Could not ask for a better mentor and master! read more

Do you want six-pack abs? Get an amazing workout? Sweat, kick and punch? When I started fitness classes with Master Scott, I wanted these things, too. He is a phenomenal inspiration during workouts; he doesn't just shout slogans and count reps for you but he actually does the entire workout along side you. Master Scott has a keen understanding of individual fitness levels and therefore, his classes allows each person to work at their own level while motivating them to push against their perceived limits. His mixture of martial arts, boxing, self-defense, weight lifting and agility drills keeps every class fresh and exciting. There's never a dull moment! My energy increased exponentially as a result of my training as did my muscle definition. But do you know what I loved the most? Master Scott built a community. I was a mom who had plenty of acquaintances through my kids' school; I'd spend most days running around, simply waving to people. What Master Scott encouraged was true connection: connection with women who wanted to be healthy and empower each other. I am eternally grateful to Master Scott for his workouts and generosity of spirit. Come for the six-pack but stay for the family you'll find! read more

If you are looking for a great place to help your child learn discipline, respect, confidence along with a martial art, this is the place to go! We've been at TKK for the past 8 months and in that time our very shy daughter has found that she is so much stronger inside & out than she ever imagined! Master Scott & Instructor Cage run their classes so well. They are patient and encouraging but challenge the kids to push themselves and keep improving. We have had such a terrific experience watching our daughter thrive under their teaching! read more

Elite Taekwoondo is a Gold Nugget of caring love!!! In addition to education, everyone there awesomely positive while providing love and encouragement with sincere smiles that warm your heart. The directors are always involved in giving affectionate interest to each child every time they interface with them while establishing wonderful relationships with the families. The lead teachers and assistants are professionals and always so polite and friendly! This great team makes this the perfect place for my daughter, niece and nephew. I definitely recommend this location as an alternate home away from home for them knowing that they are cared for individually, attentively, lovingly, safely, and in a professionally enriched educational atmosphere. read more

Taekwonkids is more than just an incredible taekwondo school -- it is a community where your kids will learn discipline, hard work, leadership, and compassion for others. Master Scott Sonu and his brother Master Chin Sonu have taught my son and daughter taekwondo for six years in Mountain View, CA. My kids have grown to be strong and confident with the kind mentorship of the Taekwonkids. We were so sad to see Scott move to Arizona, but know that we will stay in touch because Taekwonkids is more than just a school. My kids and my family have made life long friends there. read more

My kids have only been going here about 1 month but they LOVE it! They can't wait to go during the week. This is the first time my daughter has been passionate about something! Instructor Ashley has a way of teaching that keeps the kids attention. They all really respect her and best of all, she teaches them to respect their parents, teachers, etc. The kids have a sense of pride and family here. I am so glad we found this place! read more

I absolutely love taekwonkids, it is the best school in Arizona, with polite staff, I personally would like to bring in everyone from other studios to try out here. Master Scott Sonu, is. very advanced in teaching poomsae and sparring, and also brought in a jiu jitsu master so we can get a taste of a different martial art. I recommend this school for everyone!! read more

Member of the US Air Force. When I first started looking for a Tae Kwon Do school I was looking for skill, discipline, and an instructor who wasn't afraid to get loud when necessary. To tell me how i look and perform each day without beating around the bush. Instructor Ashley and Instructor Jake did just that. If I performed bad, they told me. If I was improving, they told me. With my schedule at work constantly changing, they worked with me financially and also put in a Saturday class to help me keep up with training when my job wouldn't allow the time for nights. I searched for other schools who provided different hours and I definitely found plenty. Although, NO ONE had the professionalism and commitment that these Instructors have for their students. Thank you for all the training and dedication you put into me. I look forward to applying my education in dojangs during my current station in Korea. *bow* read more