Little Tigers, ages 4 to 6
Thirty minute classes on listening, balance and basic kicks, twice a week.
Teaching Raleigh since 2006
Discipline your kid keeps outside the dojang
Age grouped classes from Little Tigers at four years old through adult sparring. Instructors are background checked and hold certified black belt rank.
20 yrsteaching in Raleigh
310active students
12:1student to instructor
6certified instructors
Programs
Classes by age and rank
Students are grouped by age and belt so a six year old is never sparring an adult.
Youth taekwondo, ages 7 to 12
Forms, sparring and board breaking with belt testing roughly every three months.
Teen and adult taekwondo
Evening classes covering forms, conditioning and controlled contact sparring.
Brazilian jiu jitsu
Gi and no gi grappling on Tuesday and Thursday nights, all experience levels.
Family plan
Two family members on unlimited classes, $45 for each additional member.
Private lesson
One on one work on a form, a testing requirement, or tournament preparation.
The academy
Twenty years of belt tests on Falls of Neuse
Master Ellis opened the school in 2006 after fifteen years of competing and coaching. We have promoted 74 students to black belt, and a good number of them now assist in the youth classes. Parents watch from a heated viewing area with a clear line to the mat.
•All instructors background checked and CPR certified
•Belt testing held on site, no travel or outside fees
•Make up classes available in any age appropriate slot
Reviews
From our parents
“My son was the kid who could not sit still in kindergarten. Two years in, his teacher asked what changed.”
Angela M., parent, Wake Forest
“I signed my daughter up and ended up joining the adult class myself. Best decision either of us made.”
Ben C., adult student
“They never pushed a contract on us. We did the free week, then the free week ended and we just stayed.”
Tanya W., parent, Raleigh
FAQ
Common questions
What is the youngest age you take?
Four years old for our Little Tigers class. Those sessions run thirty minutes because that is honestly the attention span at that age. Kids move into the youth program around seven.
Do I have to buy a uniform right away?
No. Wear a t shirt and athletic pants for the free trial week. If you enroll, a uniform and white belt are included in the $50 registration fee.
How often is belt testing and what does it cost?
Youth students test roughly every three months, adults every four to six. Testing is $45 for color belts and covers the new belt and certificate. Nobody is invited to test until an instructor believes they will pass.
Is sparring full contact?
Not for youth classes. Kids spar with light controlled contact in full protective gear, including headgear, chest guard, shin and forearm pads. Adults choose their own contact level with a partner and an instructor watching.
Contact
Try a week on us
Call or fill out the form and we will put you in the right class for your age and experience. The trial week costs nothing and there is no obligation after it.
Phone(919) 555-0188
Address2210 Falls of Neuse Rd, Suite 8, Raleigh, NC 27609, Raleigh, North Carolina
HoursMon to Thu 3:30pm to 9pm, Fri 3:30pm to 7pm, Sat 9am to 1pm
AreaRaleigh, Wake Forest, Knightdale, Garner