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Allen Park Martial Arts Center

4.9 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Allen Park, Michigan

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
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  • Website & schedule allenparkmartialartscenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 313-928-5288

Hours

Monday 4–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 am–1 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Allen Park Martial Arts Center, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 27 mentions

“I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude and share my feedback regarding my son and his experience at Allen Park Martial Arts Center.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“I highly recommend APMAC to anyone that wants to learn self defense, increase movement/flexibility, build endurance, and/or be more active at any age.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Allen Park Martial Arts Center — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 2 mentions

“There's rarely a morning that passes without him asking, "do I get to go to karate today?”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“I highly recommend APMAC to anyone that wants to learn self defense, increase movement/flexibility, build endurance, and/or be more active at any age.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 232 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“I would highly recommend this place for beginners, especially those who get anxious or anxiety starting a new school/activity.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 11 mentions

“The structured lessons and supportive environment you provide have been instrumental in his growth.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“Once she was struggling with a form and Ms.”

🧒 strong kids program 7 mentions

“APMAC has helped build my sons confidence in the art of Martial Arts and overall in the last 3 years immensely.”

certified & recognized school 4 mentions
🧠 builds confidence & discipline 14 mentions

“Since my son joined your class, I have noticed remarkable improvements in not only his physical abilities but also his confidence, discipline, and focus.”

From the reviews

I am 53 yrs old and have been searching for a Martial Arts school off and on for the last year. I have Martial Arts experience but have not participated in the last 13yrs. I've visited several schools but never felt comfortable until I spoke with the instructors at the Allen Park Martial Arts Center.

★★★★★ — Joseph, Dec 2018

We just started my sons 3rd year here! Due to covid his second year was short lived. But he is sooo excited to be back. During locked down all he talked about was going back to class!

★★★★★ — Kayla, Jul 2021

I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude and share my feedback regarding my son and his experience at Allen Park Martial Arts Center. Since my son joined your class, I have noticed remarkable improvements in not only his physical abilities but also his confidence, discipline, and focus.

★★★★★ — Mary, Dec 2024

My 7 yr old son joined APMAC a few months ago and he loves it! His confidence level has totally improved. The staff is so kind and really make it fun for the students. It has been a great experience for my son and me as a parent.

★★★★★ — J, Nov 2016

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New to taekwondo? Start at Allen Park Martial Arts Center

Allen Park Martial Arts Center comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Allen Park Martial Arts Center

Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Allen Park Martial Arts Center

7318 Park Ave, Allen Park, MI48101

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