Cho's Academy

Cho's Academy offers Lil' Panthers, Youth Taekwondo, Youth Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Women’s Self Defense, Open Mat, and Little Warriors. Little Warriors is a homeschool enrichment program that includes martial arts, self-defense, chess, and meditation. Group classes and private lessons are available, and martial art uniforms and supplies are carried.

Programs

• Lil' Panthers — 3.5 to 6 or 7 · M/W 3:10-3:50 pm; T/Th 3:10-3:50 pm to be added as needed
• Youth Taekwondo — 6 to 11 · Beginner: M/W/F 4:00-4:45 pm; Intermediate: M/F 4:00-4:45 pm and W 4:45-5:45 pm; Advanced: M/W/F 4:45-5:45 pm
• Youth Jiu Jitsu — 7 to 11 · All Levels: M 5:45-6:30 pm and T/Th 4:45-5:45 pm; Advanced: Th 5:45-6:30 pm; Fridays to be added as needed 5:45-6:30 pm
• Kickboxing — teens & adults · Monday & Wednesday 6:30 pm
• Muay Thai — teens & adults · Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 pm
• Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — teens & adults · Monday through Thursday 7:30 pm; Tuesday & Thursday 12:30 pm
• Women’s Self Defense — teens & adults · on hold
• Open Mat — teens & adults · on hold
• Little Warriors — Fridays 10:30 am-1:30 pm · Homeschool enrichment program that includes martial arts, self-defense, chess, and meditation. Cabrillo Point Charter funds accepted.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Group classes and private lessons available. 2026 September-December schedule listed; homeschool enrichment Fridays 10:30 am-1:30 pm.

About the provider

Cho's Academy has been located in and proudly serving Laguna Beach since 2009. It is committed to enriching the community through multiple disciplines and is consistently involved in giving back and supporting charitable causes, locally and beyond.

• Christian Prayer Group — Wednesdays 5:45 pm
• Donation-Based Kundalini Yoga — Tuesdays 9:00-10:30 am · with Cher Mang
• Action Strength — Mondays 7:00-8:00 am · Strength & Conditioning class utilizing bodyweight exercises and functional strength tools such as kettlebells.

First class is always free. Locals and visitors welcome. Subject to change without notice. For youth classes, standard closures are listed for Laguna Beach Ski Week, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Summer Break, Labor Day Weekend, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Winter.

What families say

“I’ve trained in countless Martial Art schools over the past 30 years and have met many instructors. Jacob Cho is without question the most dedicated instructor I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. His passion for teaching, technical skill, and obvious love for his students is inspirational.” — Jason Bukich, Former MMA Pro, 3rd Degree Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Former LBHS Wrestling Assistant Coach

Last updated October 8, 2026.