The Best Taekwon-Do Classes in Inverness, We Teach 4-6 Years Little Ninjas
From 4 year old Little Ninjas to adults who have never thrown a kick, Dunbar's Black Belt Academy gives Inverness families a safe, structured place to grow stronger, more focused and more confident. Your first class is free.
Led by Grand Master Sandy Dunbar · 9th Degree Black Belt
Degree Black Belt Grand Master
Age-specific programmes
Inverness venues
First class, no uniform needed
Most Kids Don't Lack Talent. They Lack Confidence and Structure.
Screens, busy schedules and pressure at school leave a lot of children shy, distracted or bursting with energy that has nowhere to go. And plenty of adults want to get fit but feel too out of shape to walk into a gym. You are not alone, and it is not your fault.
"Both my children enjoy and gain so much out of attending TKD at the Dunbar Black Belt Academy. Master Dunbar is fantastic with the young people."
Eileen MacLeod, Parent and secondary school teacher
Confidence built through small wins.
Every class gives your child something new they can do.
Focus and listening that carry into school.
Structured drills train attention and self-control.
Respect and good manners.
Bowing, turn-taking and courtesy are part of every session.
A clear path to black belt.
Belt gradings give children and adults real goals to chase.
You Don't Need to Be Fit to Start. You Just Need to Start.
Maybe you want to get fit but feel out of shape. Maybe you want to learn self-defence, or just do something for yourself that is not another gym routine. Our adult classes meet you exactly where you are, and every adult there started as a beginner too.
Fitness that actually sticks.
No two nights are ever the same, so you never get bored or plateau.
Real, practical self-defence.
Skills built up gradually and safely, from your very first session.
Confidence beyond the mat.
New goals and real progress that carry into work and everyday life.
A room full of beginners.
Every adult started exactly where you are now. Nobody expects you to be fit.
"Great place for a great workout. Works the whole body and no 2 nights are ever the same. They push you. Help you achieve new goals."
Donna McKracken, Student
One Academy, Two Venues.
A Class for Every Age.
Pick the programme that fits your family, then book your free first class at the Inverness venue that suits you best, in under a minute.
AGES 4 TO 6Little Ninjas. Big Smiles.
A fun, safe first step into martial arts for energetic or shy little ones.
- Listening and concentration
- Coordination and balance
- Respect and good manners
- Waiting turns and self-control
AGES 7 TO 11Confidence, Focus and Positive Discipline.
We give your child the tools they need to succeed at school, at home and in life.
- Confidence and resilience
- Focus and self-control
- Fitness and coordination
- Making friends and social skills
ADULTS · MON AND THUGet Fitter. Feel Stronger. Build Confidence.
You don't need to be fit to start. You just need to start.
- Strength, stamina and flexibility
- Practical self-defence
- Earn belts towards black belt
- Friendly, supportive adult classes
Every programme starts with a free first class. No uniform, no experience and no fitness level needed.
More Than Kicks and Blocks. This Is About Who You Become.
Skills learned on the mat show up at school, at work and at home.
Grand Master Sandy Dunbar
9th Degree Black Belt · Founder & Head Instructor
Learn From One of Scotland's Most Senior Taekwon-Do Instructors
Grand Master Dunbar has dedicated decades of his life to Taekwon-Do. At the 9th Degree, he holds one of the highest ranks in the art. But ask any parent and they will tell you what really matters: he is fantastic with young people. His classes are structured, encouraging and age-specific, so every student, from a nervous 4 year old to a first-time adult, feels welcome from the very first bow.
Real Classes. Real Families. Real Progress.
Here is what a typical session looks like at the Scout Hall and the Gaelic School.
Real People. Real Progress.
"Both my children enjoy and gain so much out of attending TKD at the Dunbar Black Belt Academy. Master Dunbar is fantastic with the young people and I have watched his sessions as a secondary school teacher with respect and admiration. He clearly upholds the values of the sport and communicates these to the participants. I would highly recommend them."
Eileen MacLeod
Parent
"Great place for a great workout. Works the whole body and no 2 nights are ever the same. They push you. Help you achieve new goals."
Donna McKracken
Student
"Excellent instruction and really well-structured classes. The class instructors explain techniques clearly, give helpful feedback, and make everyone feel supported. A great place to learn Taekwondo at any level."
Pauline MacDougall
Student
Getting Started Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3
Choose your programme.
Little Ninjas, Kickin Kids or Adults.
Book your free class.
Pick a time and venue on the calendar in under a minute.
Turn up and try it.
Wear comfy clothes like a T-shirt and joggers. We will take care of the rest.
Two Convenient Venues in Inverness
Scout Hall, Kingsmills Road
Inverness IV2 3LL
Gaelic School, Sir Walter Scott Drive
Inverness IV2 6BA
Before You Book
No. Every programme is beginner friendly. You do not need experience, fitness, flexibility or confidence to start.
Little Ninjas is for ages 4 to 6, Kickin Kids is for ages 7 to 11, and we run adult classes on Monday and Thursday.
Yes. Classes are supervised and age-appropriate. Partner work is introduced gradually and nobody is thrown into fighting.
Comfortable clothes like a T-shirt and joggers. No uniform is needed to start.
Parents can usually watch, and feeling a bit nervous before the first class is completely normal.
Absolutely. Taekwon-Do suits shy, energetic and easily distracted children. Structure and small wins build confidence fast.
Your first class is free. Just choose your programme and book on the calendar.
At the Scout Hall on Kingsmills Road and the Gaelic School on Sir Walter Scott Drive, both in Inverness.
Ready to Discover What You or Your Child Can Achieve?
Join Inverness families building confidence, fitness and discipline at Dunbar's Black Belt Academy.
100% free first class · No uniform needed · Beginners welcome