Supporting your child’s Taekwondo journey

Choosing an activity for your child is an important decision — and Taekwondo offers much more than just sport. In Switzerland, Taekwondo clubs affiliated with Swiss Taekwondo follow clear standards to ensure a safe, respectful, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children.

On this page, you’ll find guidance on how to support your child, and what you can expect from a quality Taekwondo program.

What Taekwondo offers children

Taekwondo helps children develop in many ways:

Physical skills: coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility
Mental focus: concentration, self-discipline, and emotional control
Social skills: respect, teamwork, and confidence
Personal values: perseverance, courage, and fairness
Training is usually structured in age-specific groups and adapted to the child's level — whether beginner or advanced.

What parents can expect from a Swiss Taekwondo club

Clubs affiliated with Swiss Taekwondo follow national standards for training quality and safety. You can expect:

Continuing instructor education resulting in instructors with experience in child and youth training
A respectful and inclusive atmosphere where values matter
Age-appropriate training that balances learning and enjoyment
Clear communication between club and parents
Opportunities for progress, such as belt exams and fun events

We recommend observing a class or speaking with the instructor if you're unsure - most clubs offer free trial sessions.

How parents can support

You don’t need to know martial arts to support your child’s journey. Here’s what helps most:

Encouragement - Celebrate effort and progress, not just results
Consistency - Help your child attend training regularly
Patience - Development takes time and comes in small steps
Trust - Let the instructors guide the process, and stay in dialogue
Role modelling - Show respect, commitment, and curiosity

Taekwondo is a long-term journey - your encouragement and steady support are essential in helping your child grow with it.

Want to get started?

Visit our Clubfinder to discover a Swiss Taekwondo club near you and book a trial session today.