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American Taekwon Do

4.8 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Douglasville, Georgia

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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 amtkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (770) 942-0227

Hours

Monday 2:30–8 PM
Tuesday 2:30–8 PM
Wednesday 2:30–8 PM
Thursday 2:30–8 PM
Friday 2:30–8 PM
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 Taekwon Do, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 34 mentions

“Mark really care about the 360° development of these children and will even require them to provide report cards and reference letters before advancing to their next levels.”

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🐲 Little Dragons 6 mentions

“We have a Great AfterSchool Program, Little Ninja (ages 3-5), Juniors (ages 6-12), Adults (ages 13 and up), Fitness (Adults).”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“My son loved the format of focusing on a different skill and earning stripes each week.”

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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 Taekwon Do — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate

“I recommend this place to anyone & everyone who may be interested in Taekwondo (karate).”

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🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“They have a nice training area and if you are into kickboxing and/or effective old-school/crossfit-type training.”

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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 38 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 14 mentions

“If you are looking for a place where your child can grow, learn, and shine and is set up on principles and family oriented.”

🧒 strong kids program 10 mentions

“My son loved the format of focusing on a different skill and earning stripes each week.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 17 mentions

“My child is enrolled in a very well-structured program and absolutely loves it, with self-confidence, fitness and respect for self and others, He continuing to grow.”

From the reviews

I've enjoyed the growth that I've seen in my son and daughter as they've been in the program. They have gained confidence and respect. They are held accountable among their peers and that is a valuable trait that they'll need as they grow. The staff is caring and professional.

★★★★★ — April, Aug 2014

My twin daughters.have attended since they were 4 years old, they have excelled tremendously and have increased confidence, discipline, coordination, balance and fighting skills. This is a must for youngsters.

★★★★★ — Ike, Apr 2023

My family and I are loving our experience with American Taekwon Do!!! They are outstanding with the children. My son is currently in the little ninjas class ages 3-5 and he loves it! Every routine is new and refreshing to watch, the staff is welcoming friendly family oriented and very patient with each child.

★★★★★ — Shauntay, Feb 2020

Great organization with instructors who are passionate about their students' success in martial arts and life. My child is enrolled in a very well-structured program and absolutely loves it, with self-confidence, fitness and respect for self and others, He continuing to grow.

★★★★★ — B, May 2015

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New to taekwondo? Start at American Taekwon Do

American Taekwon Do comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 American Taekwon Do

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 Taekwon Do

8889 GA-5, Douglasville, GA30134

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