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The best taekwondo schools in South Dakota

Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 211 reviews of South Dakota schools. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 Brookings TaeKwonDo LLC

5 ★★★★★ 92 reviews · Brookings, SD

Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team Affiliated expert masters & instructorsfriendly, family atmospherestrong forms & technique

“We just recently had a self-defense session for AFROTC at this location and had an outstanding experience. The instructor had a lot of experience that he shared and drew from while…” — Gavin

#2 Maka's Taekwondo

4.9 ★★★★★ 35 reviews · Tea, SD

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“Maka’s Taekwondo has not only kept me in shape, physically but also mentally, I am more focused than ever. It’s a great experience for anyone who’s willing to venture out of their …” — Kelly

#3 Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Sioux Falls

4.9 ★★★★★ 30 reviews · Sioux Falls, SD

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi Competition team Affiliated strong kids programcertified & recognized schoolbuilds confidence & discipline

“Both of the owners are absolutely incredible. Ability to recognize a younger child and offer self confidence among a plethora of items you have the right place. They know the middl…” — Cody

#4 Full Circle Martial Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 25 reviews · Rapid City, SD

Free trial Kids & teens expert masters & instructorswelcoming to beginnersfriendly, family atmosphere

“I have a dual perspective of this amazing training space. I trained solely as a student for about five years and always felt supported and challenged. Full Circle has become my mar…” — Jessica

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