Ages 13 and up
Taekwondo for teens and adults, ages 13 and up
Patterns, self-defence, fitness and Olympic-style sparring. No experience needed.
- Ages
- 13 and up
- Class length
- 45 to 60 min
- Schools
- 3 schools
- To start
- Two free classes
The program
About Teens and Adults
Teens and adults train together in the evening Teen/Adult class at each school: 45 to 60 minutes, all belts together. No experience and no particular fitness level is needed to start.
The program covers WT Taegeuk patterns, self-defence, kicking and punching combinations, sparring with equipment and more, with self-defence techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Aikido and Hapkido taught with the help of law-enforcement veteran instructors. Master Shak is an 11-year veteran of the Toronto Police Service.
Three schools
Choose your Dragon school
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Milton
925 Main St. East, Units 6–10, Milton
4 classes a week, Monday to Thursday
Teen and adult classes in Milton -
Oakville
467 Speers Rd., Units 5–8, Oakville
4 classes a week, Monday to Thursday
Teen and adult classes in Oakville -
Burlington
4112 South Service Road, Burlington
3 classes a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Teen and adult classes in Burlington
The classes
The program has four kinds of class: Poomse; Olympic Sparring, for red belts and up (full-contact WT Olympic-style sparring); Curriculum (kicking and punching combinations, a little kickboxing, situational awareness and footwork); and an Open Class with a little of everything, including an introduction to weapons training. Students build skills at their own pace and earn belt promotions as they go.
Competing is optional, and available
Intermediate and advanced students can compete locally, nationally and internationally, and the ones who want it get a real pathway through the High Performance team, under coaches who have competed at World Championships.
Where and when
Teen/Adult classes run Monday to Thursday at 8:00 PM in Milton (until 9:00) and Oakville (until 8:45), and Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 PM in Burlington. At Oakville, Friday at 5:45 PM is a Red to Poom and Teen and Adult class, all ages.
FAQ
Questions about Teens and Adults
Do I need experience or to be in shape?
No. The program is designed for beginners as well as experienced martial artists, and the instructors tailor the training to your level.
Who does full-contact sparring?
The Olympic Sparring class, full-contact WT Olympic-style sparring, is for red belts and up.
Are there competitions?
Yes, and they are optional. Students who want to compete at a higher level can be assessed for the High Performance program.
What does it cost to start?
Two free classes first. Then $279.99 + HST for two months, two classes a week, with a free uniform, if you sign up right after your first class; or $399 + HST for three months after either trial class.