Master Carlos and the rest of the team are great. Our son loves going to Taekwondo twice a week…read more We also did a couple of private lessons on Sunday, which were absolutely incredible. The teacher went over everything with our son, from warm-up, counting in Korean, to kicking, punching and board breaking. Friendly and great group of people!

We have only been here for a month (for the very affordable trial period! Best value in the area),…read morebut we signed up for 6 more months today. Mr. Carlos is so amazing. My son has learned so much already! He's obsessed. The tiny tigers are so cute to watch too. It's very smart to teach the kids to memorize their home address as well!

Our daughter is on the Blackbelt program and has progressed very well. The teachers are great and…read moreso are the values they teach.

What an amazing community at this school. Everyone is encouraging and positive. My son was not sure…read moreat first whether he wanted to take Taekwondo classes, but every time he goes now, he gets more focused and motivated. I'm really excited to watch him grow and advance in the program here!

What can I say about this place? Let me start by saying the warm and supportive staff at U.S. World…read moreClass Taekwondo in Downtown Gresham has done everything in compliance to the state's and CDC's guidelines to keep students and families safe. Including pre-registration for classes, Zoom options, social distancing, masks, extensive cleaning and sanitizing of both the school and the equipment, taking temperatures of students coming to class... the list goes on..I am confident of my safety as well as my child's safety during this pandemic when I choose to attend classes at USWC Taekwondo. They are AWESOME!! Very highly recommended.

This place is AMAZING. We feel welcomed every single class we come to, Mrs. Claire and Master Sam…read moreare so dedicated and passionate about all the students they teach. They will work through everything with you, they have charts for children to fill out in regards to chores to earn stripes on their belts, etc. Every single class is shaped for ever belt to learn new things & more. Hands down the best Taekwando place we could ever be a part of. Thank you for all the hours you put into making this place the place it is!! We love this program!!

My son has been enrolled at Top Notch now for 6 months, from the beginning we have been nothing but…read moreimpressed with every piece of the program. Communication has always been great, all of the instructors have been amazing with not only my child, but all the students and scheduling/payments are a breeze. My son absolutely loves going to practice, if it were his choice he'd go more!

The instructors are so nice and helpful! Perfect for any starters that want to do taekwondo!read more

We are back at in person TKD classes, and during the phase 1 covod times they are really doing a…read moregreat job. Classes have a break between, they spary everything down, have proper spacing, masks, and the whole 9 yards. The instructors are doing a great job juggling zoom and in person. Its one of the few normal things the kids have in their lives. If you are stuck in the house and want the kids to get a little normal. While being safe and mindful, come check them out

My daughter has been coming here for two years, two to four times per week, for child lessons. The…read moreinstructors work amazingly with the kids, teaching her forms, teamwork, weapons, and (of course) discipline. The best part is -- she enjoys it! Master Kim and the instructors stress the importance of discipline, not only in the gym, but also at home and in school. The same goes for respect and trying one's best. Great values for children of any age! I recommend WCT Gresham for anybody whose kid wants to learn self defense and have a great time at the same time.

I joined Traditional Taekwondo in 2019 with my two kids. It was just supposed to be something fun I…read morecould do with the kids, but I absolutely fell in love with it. Even through the pandemic, Master Johnson went above and beyond to keep students engaged, whether that meant classes via Zoom or classes in the park. I have never done a sport in my life, and this past spring (2025) I got my black belt - at age 51! The classes are rigorous and the instructors are extremely skilled. In addition to getting a great workout and learning an incredible traditional martial art, I have discovered a community that is supportive and dedicated. I highly recommend Traditional Taekwondo to students of all ages.

My son has been going here for awhile and loves it. It's great for exercise and his self-esteemread more

By far, the best martial arts school in the area! Knowledgeable, trained instructors who are there…read moreto help students reach their personal goals. Plenty of class offerings to suit your needs.

From the owner: Martial Arts Lessons for Kids, Adults and Families. We teach discipline, goal setting, focus, a…read moredeep sense of respect, self-defense, and fitness. In every one of our Portland Kids Martial Arts classes, your child will develop each of these and more. And they'll have a ton of fun too. Every class contains group activities, games & more that encourage positive social skills, friend-making and fun.

The masters (specifically Master Kim and Master Im) are extremely dishonest, greedy, and…read moreunprofessional. When I was 17, I was touched inappropriately/in a sexual way by one of the masters here during a training. While many students witnessed it, the master faced no disciplinary actions. The company refused to share CCTV footage, so the situation was unable to be escalated. Do not send your daughters here. My parents spent around $20,000 on my tuition here, because I was a student for more than ten years. We were disgusted with what happened.

I can't say enough good things about World Champion TaeKwonDo. Master Will has been wonderful,…read morehelping my 5-year old daughter gain confidence, focus, and respect. He's taught my daughter how to respect others and herself. The values he's teaching are so important for today's young people and I've seen such a difference in my daughter. He pays attention to where every student is at and has so much patience for the little ones. My daughter loves going to her lessons and has so much fun. I'm so glad we found this studio and would recommend to any parent.

My daughter has been going here for a few months. Thank goodness she is getting some exercise and…read moresocial activity during COVID. They take precautions and it is the only time she gets out of the house. I am so grateful and she is really loving it. She loses interest in most thing easily and she seems to be enjoying it and was so excited to make her yellow belt recently.

I met an amazing instructor and young adult when taking my kid here when we lived in the Portland…read morearea. Josh Tavill was a great example for son Andrew. While Andrew was growing up he often talked about Josh and how much he misses him. My son learned so much; he went in with a really bad temper but now he handles himself maturely and shows compassion. He is the one to help others relax now too. Thank you Josh we miss you and love you for all you did. We live in Salt Lake City now but I appreciate all you guys do for the youth in this world it gives our family hope.

My son takes lessons there and I plan to join him soon. Master Brown, Mr. Master Brown, and the…read moreother instructors are all highly skilled and knowledgeable about Taekwondo but also very patient and willing to work with students as much as they need to in order to help them progress in the sport. I don't think I would ever want to have my son go anywhere else to learn Taekwondo or any other martial arts, even though other schools are a little closer to us.

From the owner: Come join our community of martial artists and get a good workout, build self-confidence, and learn…read moreself-discipline at one of Portland's premier studios. Our philosophy is to build a strong mind and body. Taekwon-do is an aerobic exercise utilizing kicks, punches, and blocks to ensure coordination, strength, and balance. We welcome men, women, children and encourage families to join together. For more Kim's Taekwon Do locations visit our website.