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Ames Parks & Recreation - Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Ames, Iowa
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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule facebook.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 515-239-5350
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–9 pm |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 3:45–8 pm |
The classes they run
“I (46) joined with 2 of my kids (14 & 10) two years ago and then my spouse and remaining 2 kids (12 & 5) joined last year.”
“They give out stripes and belts only when you do things the right way (so the kid feels like they have earned it).”
What students say
“This Taekwondo school is a safe and supportive environment where students of all ages and abilities can grow in an exciting art form.”
“They are rigorous, they make the kids work hard and practice hard, and learn Taekwondo forms and kicks the right way; while still being kind and nice to them.”
“Traditional Taekwondo School with opportunities to compete at the local, and national level.”
From the reviews
Out of all the classes/activities that my child (she's 10) has done, this is the absolute best. I love how the instructors teach. They are rigorous, they make the kids work hard and practice hard, and learn Taekwondo forms and kicks the right way; while still being kind and nice to them.
We love the tkd classes! The teachers are amazing and the kids all have fun while learning important skills. The instructors also have real life applications for the skills. All around a wonderful program.
We love APR Taekwondo! I (45) joined with my sons (10 and 14). We have all been challenged physically and mentally. What we have come to love most is the community.
APR Taekwondo is awesome! I (46) joined with 2 of my kids (14 & 10) two years ago and then my spouse and remaining 2 kids (12 & 5) joined last year. Exercise, family time, and fulfilling P.E.
New to taekwondo? Start at Ames Parks & Recreation - Taekwondo
Ames Parks & Recreation - Taekwondo 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Ames Parks & Recreation - 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.
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