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.
