What age can my child start?
Our ATA Tigers program is built for children ages 5 through 7, and 4 year olds may join if they are turning 5 by December 31 of the current year. On Fridays at the Menifee Campus we also hold a 4:30 class for Little Dumplings 4 & Under. Karate for Kids covers ages 3-6 and 7 through 12.
Where are classes held?
At three Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District community centers: Wheatfield Community Center, 30627 Menifee Rd., Menifee 92584 (Mon, Wed & Fri); Marion V. Ashley Community Center, 25625 Briggs Rd., Menifee 92585 (Mon & Wed); and Bella Vista 2 Community Center, 31215 Wild Meadow Dr., Murrieta 92563 (Tues, Thur & Sat).
Is the first class free?
Yes. We offer a complimentary class so you and your child can try taekwondo before deciding. Call 951-970-6009 to make an appointment. Classes run six days a week at three campuses.
How much do classes cost?
We've partnered with Valley-Wide since 2002 to provide quality martial art training at affordable prices. Call 951-970-6009 and ask for Mrs. Kathy Thomas. She'll walk you through the options, including this month's special and your complimentary class.
How does belt testing work?
Color belt testing is held about every two months: Fridays at 4:00 P.M. in Menifee and Thursdays at 5:00 P.M. in Murrieta. A student must have their instructor's permission to test. Black Belt rank tests are held on Saturdays because of their length, and 5th Degrees and higher test at Regional, National or World level.
Are you part of ATA?
We are an ATA Martial Arts school that is independently owned and operated. Students train in the ATA curriculum, test for rank with us, and can compete at ATA tournaments, including Fall and Spring Nationals and the World Championships, along with tournaments hosted by other ATA licensees.
Can parents train with their kids?
Yes, and we encourage it. Taekwondo is one of the few things a family can do together: you actually train with your children and, in later stages, spar and break boards alongside them. Our in school seminars are also a good way for friends and family to try a class.
Who teaches the classes?
Our head instructors are Sr. Master Brad Thomas, 7th Degree, and Kathy Thomas, 6th Degree Master Candidate. They are joined by Loriley Thomas, 6th Degree Master Candidate; Brian Evans, 5th Degree, a Multi-Time World Champion; and Jean Gnida, 2nd Degree.