Taekwondo Instructional Video

What is Briargate Taekwondo?

December 2, 2022 by Briargate Taekwondo

We wanted to share a recent podcast interview from Colorado Business Podcast because it’s important to do your research when choosing the right self defense class. And remember, for the best Taekwondo in Colorado Springs, choose Briargate Taekwondo!

How to Tie a Taekwondo Belt

November 29, 2022 by Briargate Taekwondo

How to tie a Taekwondo belt is a common question among new students, so we thought we would address it on our site for this week’s post. We find video to be the best teacher; you can slow it down, speed it up & rewind until you have mastered the technique. As with anything, practice […]

Blake Burroughs

★★★★★

I was looking for a winter hobby for my teenage boys and decided to give Briargate Taekwondo a try. I purchased two of their $49 trial offers for them for Christmas and am SO GLAD I did. Yes, I had to "make" them go a bit at first-- what teenager wouldn't rather stay at home and play video games. But now they are getting into it and enjoying it. We now go twice a week. Briargate Taekwondo is the best Taekwondo in Colorado Springs. Matthew, the lead instructor, really knows his stuff.

Sam Schafer

★★★★★

Good 👍

Maya Upreti

★★★★★

Melissa Tafoya

★★★★★

Definitely recommend! Started training with my daughter and both of us received a warm welcome by the instructors and students. The instructors make sure the students know proper form and work with the students till they are confident in the forms. This place works on character and skill.

Response from the ownerThank you, Melissa! It means so much to us that you felt welcome so quickly by our students.

Diana Fernandez Sorensen

★★★★★

Matt really cares about the students and their welfare. We had practiced at a different Taekwondo studio before and had a very different experience. Definitely recommend Briargate Taekwondo!

Response from the ownerThank you so much, Diana! The success of our students is paramount.

Lindsay Crust

★★★★★

Briargate Taekwondo was represented at our school's Health Jam before Thanksgiving Break. Matt came to volunteer and WOWED our staff and students with his kindness and the kids said it was one of their favorite stations. I have heard from families in our community how wonderful the event was as well as the gratitude to everyone who volunteered their time to help our students learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. We highly recommend Briargate Taekwondo to anyone looking for a way to teach excellent character traits and learn taekwondo!!

Response from the ownerThank you so much Lindsay! We loved being a part of the Health Jam and adding value to our community!

Rebecca S.

★★★★★

An amazing school with amazing instructors. I’m having so much fun studying here and training with all of these wonderful people. great work!

Response from the ownerThank you so much, Rebecca! We believe that Taekwondo should be fun and engaging.

Colorado Tracy

★★★★★

Briargate Taekwondo has been understanding and accommodating specifically to my child with physical and intellectual disabilities and to my family as a whole. I highly recommend the Briargate Taekwondo Dojong to anyone interested in Taekwondo.

Response from the ownerThank you so much, Tracy! We believe in creating a safe and accepting environment for everyone.

Ned Lentz

★★★★★

In January 2022, the owner of this franchise location went independent from USTC. While my son and I had enjoyed USTC, we have found over the past few months that staying with Instructor McCuistion, who has re-engineered the curriculum to a more focused and pointed training, has been the best decision for us and other students to concentrate on forms, techniques, and discipline. I thoroughly enjoy the sparing, Poomsae, and other training sessions. While USTC provides several locations in Colorado Springs, they are second to Briargate when it comes to quality and traditional Kookiwan Taekwondo which is paramount to my son and I. There are several other parent-child teams that attend and I find they share a similar viewpoint. I highly recommend enrolling your child at this Dojang location if you want the best influence and training for your little student. I also strongly encourage parents to join as well to get the full experience with your son(s) and/or daughter(s).

Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Ned. We appreciate your feedback!

Marcie Wegner

★★★★★

We chose Briargate Taekwondo over a large taekwondo school, as the small class size, individualized instruction, caring staff, a sense of belonging and mutual respect, and the feeling that the instructors always have the students' best interests at heart.

Response from the ownerThank you, Marcie. We appreciate your review!

Justin Newton

★★★★★

My son started at this school last year, and all of the staff was great from the start. Normal classes were structured, and my son received great instruction. Some events, like the periodic belt tests, felt a little chaotic, but that is understandable when there are so many kids testing at once.We were nervous about the school rebranding and what might change at the school as result. We stayed for two reasons: location was one of the key favors in our decision to sign up at this school, and Instructor McCuistion had always encouraged a little more discipline and respect from the students than some of the younger instructors working there. We were hopeful that our son would be held to a higher standard if we stayed (which is what our son needs).I'm pleased to say that our experience since the change has not disappointed! The professionalism and quality at this school are great. My son has been challenged to perform his skills and to focus at a higher level than ever before. We are very happy that we stayed.

Response from the ownerThanks for the review, Justin. We are looking forward to seeing you again!

Kim Wheaton

★★★★★

Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, Kim.

Dolores Reed

★☆☆☆☆

My two boys started attending USTC-Briargate back in 2019. In the beginning, it was an excellent place for my kids. But recently, USTC Briargate split from USTC when their contract expired in December. Instructor McCuistion (owner of USTC Briargate, now Briargate Teakwondo) offered my boys the leadership program which cost $9,458.00 which we paid in full just a week before the contract was knowingly set to expire. Two weeks later we were notified that the company was changing its name and was no longer going to be affiliated with the USTC. All contracts were to be honored with any location we decided to attend. However, when we decided to stick with the USTC taekwondo at a different location rather then the new Briargate taekwondo with instructor McCuistion he informed us that our money would not be transferred to the new location and would not be refunded. If you want your child to be taught integrity and honesty this is not the gentleman to do that. His actions are not honorable. Don’t waste your hard earned money and savings like me on this institution. Your money will be better spent with any of the USTC locations.

Response from the ownerHello Dolores, the change and re-branding of our school was not known at the time of your contract signing. Upon the entities amicably agreeing to separate we allowed students to choose if they'd like to continue training at Briargate or transfer to another facility. We've had several students decide to remain with us during our transition upward to our new brand and legacy. We wish you the best and you are more than welcome to return in the future.

Jenny Rizk

★★★★★

Matt was very helpful, friendly and professional. The instructors here are top notch...very knowledgeable and great with the kids!

Brittany S

★★☆☆☆

GM was overall good with kids. However, after enrolling my daughter into his 4 week program, I was notified that it was full. A week later I was contacted and notified that the program was now open to my daughter. Due to this, my daughter was left out of earning certain awards. Upon inquiring about the 6 month program, GM was pushy about me signing up and paying then and there. Mind you, I was intending to pay the full $800 upfront, but wanted to be certain my 7 year old absolutely wanted to do this. Also mind you, that I'm currently 2 days away from my delivery due date, and just wanted to get home.All said and done....do soccer, basketball, or fencing for the kids. It teaches much better physical discipline and team building.

Lili

★★☆☆☆

Amy Werner

★★★★★

We have been instant fans from the beginning. The sport and center are both new to us, but our 5 year old is learning respect, discipline, and the importance of doing well in school and at home...and those aren’t even the physical skills he’s learning! The staff is patient and does not let the little guys give up or act out. I can’t wait to see how far my little guy can/will take this in life.

Jimmy Simmons

★★★★★

As a recent student the facility is awesome and the instruction feels to notch. Would reccomend to everyone. Taekwondo is the way to go...

Kayden Ho

★★★★★

Response from the ownerThanks for leaving such a great review of our school! We love our students and seeing where training in Taekwondo takes them in life. If there's anything we can do to improve your experience with us, please let us know!

Benjamin Ward

★★★★★

I started training here 9 months ago with my son and daughter. It has been a great experience. The staff members are absolutely professional and the instructors are amazing. They really emphasize developing focus, respect, and self-discipline in their students. Going in I didn’t think I was really black belt material but since I’ve begun training this has become my goal. It is really easy to get started with their no obligation trial program. I highly recommend USTC for anyone who would like to try martial arts.

Melissa Rogers

★★★★★

Don Hickox

★★★★★

THE ENTIRE STAFF AT USTC BRIARGATE HAVE BEEN ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. INSTRUCTOR TROY SMITH AND HIS TEAM WORK VERY HARD TO CREATE A FAMILY STYLE ATMOSPHERE. HONOR AND RESPECT IS TAUGHT , REENFORCED , AND EXPECTED BY EVERYONE. ALL THREE OF MY CHILDREN ATTEND AND BENEFIT GREATLY FROM THE INSTRUCTION THEY RECEIVE. WE ARE VERY THANKFUL THAT THE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT AND VALUES WE TEACH AT HOME ARE REENFORCED AT USTC BRIARGATE.

Justin Zeisler

★★★★☆

Fun and instructive! Self defense and mental training make confidence. Good facility, but can get quite expensive. Some level of bargaining can be done at contract signing.

Megan Gustafson

★★★★★

The staff is excellent, the other attendees are fun to train with, and the school is at a great location/is always clean.

Robert Spinella

★★★★★

Great community and training center.Multiple locations around town which I appreciate with my work schedule.

Natalia

★★★★★

A friendly and active community. I've been a part of it for almost two years now and have found myself with not just a way to keep in shape and balance my life, but a supportive group of friends with which to share the exciting journey to black belt.

Kali Hendon

★★★★★

Martial Arts, specifically Taekwondo, have been a huge part of my life since I was 4 years old. When I moved to Colorado Springs I did not expect to find a school that would meet up to my expectations, but the US Taekwondo Center has exceeded all expectations. Excellent school for children, teens, young adults, and families.

Jeremy Graf

★★★★★

I started going to classes here last August. It's a great school and I've enjoyed learning Taekwondo here for the past 9 months. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The instructors show genuine interest in each of the students and do a great job at teaching. I would definitely checking this place out if you're interested in learning martial arts.

Brandon McCollum

★★★★★

Great school

Paula Raising to Bless

★★★★★

We first joined just because we wanted our kids to learn self-defense. But after being here for almost two years now, I can say there is so much more. The discipline and respect they are taught here infiltrates every area of their lives. And mine as well. They have a weekly report card which helps the child work on and develop character. The people here are kind, friendly, and have become like a second family. They are as much invested in the character and development of my children as I am, and partner with me to bring out the best in my children. Very family oriented, they encouraged me to join as well. And now we do Taekwondo together as a family. It's much more than just martial arts training... it's a family commitment to respect, discipline, health, and character. I am so thankful we found USTC Briargate!!

Carrie Murwin

★★★★★

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Matt really cares about the students and their welfare. We had practiced at a different Taekwondo studio before and had a very different experience. Definitely recommend Briargate Taekwondo!

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An amazing school with amazing instructors. I’m having so much fun studying here and training with all of these wonderful people. great work!

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As a recent student the facility is awesome and the instruction feels to notch. Would reccomend to everyone. Taekwondo is the way to go...

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Fun and instructive! Self defense and mental training make confidence. Good facility, but can get quite expensive. Some level of bargaining can be done at contract signing.

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