About Team Carlo: Taekwondo Classes in Melbourne
Taekwondo at Team Carlo is a valuable life skill activity that will support your child’s physical, mental, emotional and social development.
We offer age-based taekwondo programs all over Melbourne in a small group structured learning environment. Our instructor student ratios of 1:5 provides individualised attention and care to nurture and engage your child.
Building physical capability through taekwondo develops confidence, resilience and fosters positive self-esteem, laying a strong foundation for their future.
What We Do
We welcome students of all ages to Melbourne’s leading martial arts studio.
Taekinda
Ninja
Warrior
Junior Program
A Physical (Exercise/Sport)
B Mental (Focus/Discipline)
C Emotional (Resilience/Mental Health)
D Social (Confidence/Social Skills)
A Airport West
B Preston
C Ivanhoe
D Taylors Lakes
E Go back
A Airport West
B Preston
C Ivanhoe
D Taylors Lakes
E Go back
A Airport West
B Preston
C Ivanhoe
D Taylors Lakes
E Go back
A Airport West
B Preston
C Ivanhoe
D Taylors Lakes
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GET STARTED WITH A FREE TRIAL CLASS
Investing financially and emotionally in a life skill activity like taekwondo for your child, requires a considered decision.
At Team Carlo we offer prospective members the opportunity to participate in a class in our age-based programs, to see if taekwondo at Team Carlo is right for your family.
Our families have the opportunity to:
- Meet our team
- Get a feel for our family-oriented culture
- Watch their child participate in a class
- Learn about the program, timetable availability and membership options
**Instructor student ratios of 1:5**
What Our Parents Say
Zack2024-09-11Georgina and her team at Team Carlo Airport West run fantastic classes that engage the kids & teach them valuable life skills in a safe and encouraging environment. Our boys look forward to their classes and always come out with a smilePervin Piccione2024-08-09Everyone at Team Carlo has been very welcoming and friendly. They have been patient with Isla in helping her become a part of the group. Thanks!Danielle Carey2024-08-07We started at team Carlo a few months ago. My boys LOVE attending and the staff are fantastic with my kids! We have seen a boost in confidence, their ability to focus & the self-defence and life stills they have developed are amazing!!Natalie Renee Tozer2024-05-31Georgina and her team are exceptional at what they do. I have never seen such a well organised kids activity in all my years of taking my children to sports and clubs. The staff are so engaging with the kids, clear instructions....heaps of encouragement and fun games to finish things off. I have found Team Carlo Airport West always so welcoming, great communication and a sincere interest and investment about the outcomes for both my boys that are having lessons. Highly recommend Georgina and her awesome team!!!!Stephanie Biviano2024-03-06Can not recommend Team Carlo enough . I now have both of my children in the program . They provide a safe environment for the children to learn and grown in. There is an amazing balance of fun and discipline whilst still sharing the techniques of taekwondo. I love the class sizes and the amount of instructors . The communication with the parents , parent week and grading are just next level amazing . Thank you so much team !Maria Long2024-03-04We just love Team Carlo! We have been with them for 2.5 years now and there is no turning back. My son has gained so much from Taekwondo, inside and out. I think the thing I love the most is how flexible and understanding they are, when life happens. 10/10 for us!Drew Germaine2024-02-12An excellent place for your kids to start learning martial arts. My youngest boy has started his combat sports journey here and he just loves it. The amazing Georgina and her team at Airport West have gone above and beyond to make his learning experience incredibly fun, but also highly applicable to real life. In turn, I know my boy is totally safe here, and in great hands. Truly, I cannot recommend Team Carlo highly enough, and as a parent you can rest easy that your child is getting the best instruction available. Small classes, lots of tried and tested/friendly instructors in session, and also world class facilities and a very accepting community. 5 out of 5 stars.Trent D2023-10-20Team Carlo is a fantastic, family friendly way to learn TKD. The instructors are fun, professional and encouraging, and Team Carlo are really flexible when it comes to make up classes. Learning TKD at Team Carlo has been such a positive experience for our child. Georgina at Airport West is just brilliant. 5 stars. Would recommend!Rosanna Filippone2023-10-20My son joined Team Carlo in 2021. The staff at Airport West are absolutely amazing, especially Georgina. My son loves it there and has learned many valuable skills that support him to thrive in many aspects of life. Thankyou Team CarloNidal M2023-10-19Super friendly and supportive business that has brought out the best in my son when it comes building core strength, power and discipline. Highly recommended for all ages.
Our Locations
Preston
506 High Street, Preston 3072
Ivanhoe
141 Bell Street, Ivanhoe 3079
Airport West
99 Matthews Ave, Airport West 3042
Taylors Lakes
100 Village Avenue, Taylors Lakes, 3038
THE TEAM CARLO DIFFERENCE
Confidence is our core value
Taekwondo is the vehicle to grow and develop physical capability which breeds inner confidence. Our student's confidence grows as does their self-esteem and self-belief.
Instructor Student Ratios 1:5
Industry-leading, small-group structured learning environment with a ratio of 1:5. Research confirms this type of model provides the best environment for children to learn effectively and efficiently.
Unique Grading System
Our uniquely designed grading system supports our students to learn at their own pace. Belt ranks signify developmental milestones and provide a pathway for success.
All-inclusive Memberships
Our memberships are inclusive of taekwondo classes and all grading and belt costs throughout their time at Team Carlo. There are no surprise costs, supporting families to make a considered financial decision.
SMALL GROUPS
Industry leading small group structured learning environment with a ratio of one instructor to every five students. Students benefit from the modernised and accelerated teaching methods as they are nurtured through every phase of our age-based programs.
Experience
Expose your child to world class coaching inspired by dual Olympian (Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004) and International Gold Medallist Carlo Massimino.
SELF DEFENCE
Our self-defence curriculum is based on the Olympic combative sports of Taekwondo, Boxing, Wrestling and Judo. Students gain a physical and emotional tool kit of skills to draw upon in any situation.
PROFESSIONAL
Team Carlo Taekwondo schools are full-time centres. We offer modernised training facilities delivered by a team of fully qualified instructors. Our management and administration team share the passion of the life-long benefits of taekwondo.
IN DEMAND
Team Carlo is one of Australia's fastest growing organisations. We have 4 locations across metropolitan Melbourne. We offer kids taekwondo programs and taekwondo-inspired fitness programs for the whole family.
IN DEMAND
Team Carlo is one of Australia's fastest growing organisations. We have 4 locations across metropolitan Melbourne. We offer kids taekwondo programs and taekwondo-inspired fitness programs for the whole family.
OLYMPIC PROGRAMS
Olympic taekwondo programs developed by dual Olympian, Carlo Massimino. Our Athlete Program is seasonally based, covering all elements required of an athlete (a pathway from club level competition to the Olympics).
PARENT SUPPORT
For most parents, the decision to enrol their child in taekwondo is an intuitive one. By educating and supporting our parents, we develop a formidable partnership to help their child achieve their goals.
FAQs
Naturally, you have some questions.
Can my child participate in a free trial?
Absolutely.
We would like to invite you and your child to experience a FREE trial in our age-based taekwondo programs.
It is an opportunity to get a feel for the Team Carlo culture, meet our team and learn about our class structures.
We will take you through everything you need to know in the trial so you can make a considered decision with your child.
How many classes a week does my child need to attend?
We understand our families have busy lifestyles, accommodating mutliple activites for their child(ren).
At the Taekinda, Ninja and Warrior beginner levels, one class per week is all they need to confidently progress through their belt ranks.
At the intermediate and advanced levels, we recommend two classes per week to support learning and development as the curriculum advances. It is recommended but not compulsory.
How much do taekwondo lessons cost?
We have a number of membership options for our families.
Our memberships are all-inclusive covering their dedicated class each week (instructor student ratios 1:5) and all grading and belt costs.
We will take you through those options in your trial.
Do I need to buy a uniform?
When you join Team Carlo there are two start up costs involved; the Adidas branded uniform and annual registration with our Olympic governing body, Australian Taekwondo.
Our special introductory offer is $0 fee joining and a free start-up pack.
Do you operate through the school holidays?
We facilitate our programs based on the school term dates. Your fees cover classes for a 10 week term.
We offer an evolving specialised holiday program timetable based on the current needs of our students. We will communicate those offerings in the lead up to the school holiday period.
What if my child cannot attend a class?
We understand their may be times where students are unable to attend their class on any given week.
We offer make-up class opportunities where we have availability in timetable, ensuring we adhere to our instructor student ratios.