Kickstart Taekwondo martial arts school in Etobicoke

Kids Taekwondo & Martial Arts in Etobicoke

Kickstart Taekwondo is an award-winning martial arts school in Mimico, South Etobicoke, serving families from New Toronto, Long Branch and across Etobicoke. Led by Master Ivan Petrovic, a 5th Dan black belt and Kukkiwon-certified International Taekwondo Master, we teach kids, teens and adults confidence, discipline and real self-defence.

🏆 Top Choice Award winner for Best Martial Arts School in Toronto & Etobicoke · 4.9★ on Google
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Kids Taekwondo Classes

Tiny Tikes (3.5–5), Junior (6–12), Teen/Adult & Black Belt classes.
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After School Program

A full school-year program for kids from local Etobicoke schools.
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March Break & Summer Camps

Fun, active day camps with daily taekwondo, games & crafts.
*Non-members: free trial class required before camp
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What Parents Say

4.9★ from 95 Google reviews

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“My son absolutely loves it. This is the first activity he is genuinely excited to attend… He helps them build confidence, discipline, respect, perseverance, and good character.”
Oleksandra K. · Google review
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“Both of my kids absolutely love their Kickstart experience… Master Ivan is truly one of a kind—phenomenal with the kids and an inspiring mentor who positively shapes their growth and development.”
Nicole M. · Google review
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“It has been 4 years since we have been members at Kickstart… The kids love it, the staff are great… we have recommended it to many others and their families love it too.”
Jamie R. · Google review

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Why Parents Choose Kickstart

Confidence and focus. Taekwondo builds concentration, self-discipline and self-control — skills kids carry into school and home.

Real skills, real fitness. Forms, kicks, breaking and sparring develop coordination, flexibility, balance and strength.

Respect and character. Courtesy, honesty and perseverance give kids the confidence to stand up to peer pressure.

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Taekwondo for Teens & Adults

Get in the best shape of your life by working out with a purpose. Learn practical self-defence, forms and sparring at your own pace while building strength, flexibility and energy.

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