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Frequently Asked Questions
Browse our Taekwondo frequently asked questions to learn about getting started, classes, membership, coaching, and safety. If you need more information, we’re happy to help.
Getting Started
Classes & Training
Coaching & Safety
Children usually start at age 4, but age alone does not determine whether they are ready for class. Children under 4 may be able to start if they can follow simple instructions and take part in group activities. Others within the recommended age range may need a little more time to get ready. Before enrolling in Little Tigers, every child must attend a free trial class so we can assess their readiness and find the right time for them to start.
Yes. No previous Taekwondo experience is needed. We help beginners learn the basic movements step by step at a level that suits them.
Not at all. Some parents start Taekwondo alongside their children. You can begin regardless of your age or experience and progress at a pace suited to your fitness and training level.
It is natural to feel shy or nervous in a new environment. We encourage children and help them feel comfortable. If needed, we can arrange additional trial classes after discussing this with you. Activities with other children can help build confidence and a sense of participation, and every child adjusts at their own pace.
Yes. We offer a free trial class for new students. To request a trial, email us or complete the Free Trial Request Form on our website. Please provide the student’s name, year of birth, and any previous experience in Taekwondo or other martial arts. We will recommend a suitable class and trial time.
Wear comfortable exercise clothing that allows you to move freely. Please also bring enough drinking water for the class.
Complete the registration form provided at your trial class and bring it to your first regular class. Payment for your selected membership is also due when you register.
K-Top does not operate on a school-term basis, so registration is available throughout the year. Contact us when you are ready to begin, and we will help you find a suitable class and start date.
Membership fees vary depending on the membership option, duration, payment and any applicable family discounts. We explain the fees in detail at your trial class.Additional costs include a uniform, colour belt and black belt testing fees, and an annual association registration fee. Students who take part in sparring also need protective equipment.Sparring classes are offered at no additional class fee. However, if you purchase protective equipment outside K-Top, a one-time sparring membership fee applies. This fee is paid only once and is not a recurring class fee. Please check with us before purchasing equipment.
Our shortest membership is 13 weeks (approximately 3 months). We also offer 26-week and 52-week memberships, approximately 6 months and 1 year respectively. We do not currently offer a one-month membership.
Yes. When family members enrol together, including parents and children, the following membership discounts apply: · First student: regular price · Second student: 10% discount · Third and each additional student: 20% discountEligible families may also apply for funding through KidSport or Jumpstart. Eligibility and funding amounts depend on each organization’s criteria, regional programs, and available funds. Please contact the relevant organization directly with any questions about funding.JumpstartKidSport
Parents or guardians must apply directly. Please prepare and submit the documents required by the organization, such as proof of income. If needed, K-Top can provide class information and an invoice to support your application. The funding organization decides whether an application is approved and how much funding is awarded.
Yes. You do not need to kick high or perform difficult movements when you begin. You can gradually build fitness and flexibility while learning basic positions and movements. At K-Top, we help you start at your current level and make progress without pushing beyond what you can safely manage.
At K-Top, students learn when and how to use their skills, as well as the skills themselves. Threatening friends or attacking others as a joke is not allowed. In class, we emphasize following instructions, respecting others, and controlling force.Sparring is an optional class activity with established rules, protective equipment, and instructor supervision. If a student uses their skills inappropriately outside class, please let us know. We will work with the family to help the student learn appropriate behaviour.
K-Top Taekwondo is located at 30 Farnham Gate Rd, Unit 16, Halifax, near the boundary between Clayton Park and Rockingham. The plaza is directly off Dunbrack Street and close to highway exits, making it easy to reach from Bedford West and surrounding communities. Nearby bus routes include 30B, 39, 136, and 433. Free parking is available in the plaza parking lot.
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