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American Independent Taekwondo

4.9 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Springfield, Missouri

Taekwondo school Affiliated Kids & teens

Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule aitkd.org — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 417-773-5933

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 6–9 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 American Independent Taekwondo, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 12 mentions

“I feel so grateful that we have found a great place for our kids to learn martial arts from instructors who are top notch and who are rooted in the Christian Faith!”

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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 American Independent Taekwondo — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

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 38 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“I don’t know where I would be without this school and the amazing instructors and I can’t imagine not being a part of this school!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 13 mentions

“A family atmosphere with quality instructor's and students who have excepted the challenge to make a huge change in their lives.”

great workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“Recommend this so many times for anyone looking for great exercise, important values, and an excellent community!”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 10 mentions

“My children are gaining strength, flexibility, endurance, coordination, self discipline, and confidence.”

From the reviews

A.I.T is not just another Martial Arts School, they have qualified instructor's who's number one goal is to change lives of any student ready to put forth the effort. What to expect? Spiritual walk with God, integrity, honor, strength, and respect, are just a few.

★★★★★ — Steve, Jun 2022

Awesome Taekwondo School! This school has a great history and the current instructors are continuing the legacy. There is an emphasis on traditional Taekwondo and the respect that goes along with it. The instructors are amazing and do a wonderful job finding ways to help each person on their martial arts journey.

★★★★★ — Andrew, Jun 2022

My kids have attended for close to 3 years now. I see growth in all areas of both kids. The instructors are geared to teach and help kids fill their potential in martial arts as well as life. The spiritual part is amazing as they word it to put in everyday life. The school is for kids as well as adults.

★★★★★ — Debra, Mar 2023

This is the most amazing school! I can’t say enough for the instructors and the quality of instruction received. This isn’t just a couple times a week and you go about life, the values and commitment change the way you live…for the better. Loving and respectful environment! Great for your whole family!

★★★★★ — Ashley, Jun 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 38 reviews →

Your first taekwondo class at American Independent Taekwondo

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 American Independent Taekwondo

3111 E Battlefield Rd, Springfield, MO65804

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