Lusk beginners: January 2027 waiting list open

Kids Taekwon-Do Classes in Lusk

Help your child build the confidence to speak up, the focus to keep trying and the discipline to follow through. Our next Lusk beginners intake starts in January 2027. Secure your child's place now with a fully refundable €10 holding fee. Their first class is free.

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  • Established in 1987
  • Led by Master Terry Donnelly, ITF 8th Dan
  • Ages 7+
Smiling girl practising a Taekwon-Do kick at Elite Taekwon-Do Academy
Mon & Wed, 6:00 to 6:45 pm Lusk National School
Young Taekwon-Do student in a yellow belt practising a focused technique in Lusk
For Lusk parents

Is your child ready for something that builds them up?

Maybe your child is a little shy and holds back in new situations. Maybe they find it hard to stick at things when they get tough. Or maybe they just have energy to burn and you want it going somewhere positive.

That's exactly where Taekwon-Do helps. At Elite, every class is structured so children earn small wins, week after week. They learn to listen, try again and feel proud of what they've achieved. Those habits follow them home and into the classroom.

Fun follows discipline. When children feel real progress, they want to keep going.
Beyond the kicks

What your child will gain

Taekwon-Do is how we teach. The real goal is a child who grows stronger in body, mind and character, with skills that carry over to home and school.

  • 1

    Confidence

    Standing taller, speaking up and being willing to try new things.

  • 2

    Focus

    Listening carefully, following instructions and staying on task.

  • 3

    Discipline

    Sticking at something, even when it feels challenging.

  • 4

    Resilience

    Learning that mistakes are part of getting better, and trying again.

  • 5

    Respect

    For instructors, classmates and themselves, on the mats and off them.

  • 6

    Fitness

    Strength, balance, coordination and flexibility, built through active fun.

Join the Lusk Waiting List Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 to 6:45 pm, Lusk National School
Class details

Beginner classes in Lusk

Classes finish at 6:45 pm, so training fits easily around homework and dinner.

  • VenueLusk National School
  • DaysMonday and Wednesday
  • Time6:00 to 6:45 pm
  • Ages7+

Getting there

Lusk National School
Chapel Road
Lusk
Co. Dublin
K45 CX43
  • Use the main gate of the school.
  • Ample car parking on site.
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The 12-week Discovery Course

A clear path from day one

New students start on our 12-week Discovery Course, a structured beginner pathway designed so your child sees real progress early, and knows exactly what they're working towards next.

  1. Week 3Blue stripe
  2. Week 6Halfway certificate
  3. Week 7Red stripe
  4. Week 10Black stripe
  5. Week 12Yellow Stripe Belt and graduation

Every milestone is a moment of pride, and a reason to keep showing up.

12-Week Discovery Course: €249 early-bird price when you pay before 25 December 2026. From 25 December, the price is €299.

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Two smiling young Elite Taekwon-Do students in yellow belts wearing their medals

Progress is earned, and celebrated.

Peace of mind for parents

Safe, welcoming and well run

Starting something new can feel like a big step, for your child and for you. Here's what you can count on from the very first class.

  • No early sparring

    Beginners do not spar during their first months. Sparring comes later as controlled light contact with full safety equipment.

  • A low student-to-instructor ratio

    Every child gets attention, encouragement and positive correction, not lost in a crowd.

  • Highly trained instructors

    A structured, professional approach from an academy established in 1987.

  • Nervous beginners welcome

    Most children arrive with no experience at all. We start where they are and build from there.

The Tenets of Taekwon-Do

Every class reinforces the five values at the heart of Taekwon-Do, on the mats and beyond them.

  • Courtesy
  • Integrity
  • Perseverance
  • Self-Control
  • Indomitable Spirit
Your instructors

Who teaches in Lusk

Experienced black belt instructors who know how to help beginners feel welcome, safe and proud of their progress.

Master Terry Donnelly, ITF 8th Dan, owner and head instructor of Elite Taekwon-Do Academy
Owner and head instructor

Master Terry Donnelly

ITF 8th Dan

Master Donnelly founded Elite Taekwon-Do Academy in 1987 and has been helping children in North County Dublin grow in confidence, focus and discipline ever since.

He leads the Elite approach in every class: high standards, real encouragement, and progress that's earned and celebrated.

  • Miss Abi Dunne

    3rd Dan Black Belt

    Instructor, Lusk

  • Mr Martin Ibbotson

    3rd Dan Black Belt

    Instructor, Lusk

Classes are also supported by members of our student Leadership Team, giving every beginner extra help and encouragement.

Reviews

What Elite parents say

Real reviews from Elite Taekwon-Do Academy families, straight from Google.

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FAQ

Questions parents ask

Everything you need to know before your child's first class in Lusk.

Does my child need any experience?
No. Our beginner classes are built for complete beginners, and most children start with no experience at all.
What age can my child start?
Children can start from age 7. Our Young Warriors programme is for ages 7 to 11, and Teen Warriors is for ages 12 and over.
How does the waiting list work?
Pay a fully refundable €10 holding fee to secure your child's place for our January 2027 Lusk intake. We'll contact you on WhatsApp as soon as places open. If you join, the €10 comes off your first month's fees. Join the Lusk waiting list.
Is the first class still free?
Yes. Your child's first class is free, so you can both see if Elite is the right fit. If you decide not to join, we refund your €10 holding fee in full, no questions asked.
Will my child have to fight?
No. Beginners do not spar during their first months. When sparring is introduced, it's controlled light contact with full safety equipment.
How often do they train?
Beginners in Lusk train twice a week, on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 to 6:45 pm. Training consistently is what builds real progress and confidence.
How much does the Discovery Course cost?
You'll find full details of the 12-week Discovery Course, including what's included and the cost, on our Discovery Course page.
Do you also have classes in Balbriggan?
Yes. We also teach at Castleland Community Centre, Balbriggan, on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Find out about Balbriggan classes.

Still have a question? Message us on WhatsApp (085 104 6627)

Give your child a great start in Lusk

Places for our January 2027 Lusk intake are limited. Join the waiting list today with a fully refundable €10 holding fee and be first to hear when places open. Your child's first class is free.

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  • Monday and Wednesday, 6:00 to 6:45 pm
  • Lusk National School, K45 CX43
  • Ages 7+