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Apex Martial Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 63 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Port Charlotte, Florida

Taekwondo school Kids & teens

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Hours

Monday 8 am–8 pm
Tuesday 8 am–8 pm
Wednesday 8 am–8 pm
Thursday 8 am–8 pm
Friday 8 am–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 Apex Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 43 mentions

“My daughter is in the after school program, she has had a great experience, learned more discipline, more respect, more self confidence.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Ever since I signed my kids up, they not only learn self defense but they learn responsibilities, respect ,discipline and so much more.”

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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 Apex Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“Ever since I signed my kids up, they not only learn self defense but they learn responsibilities, respect ,discipline and so much more.”

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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 63 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 12 mentions

“This is a family run after school and summer/school break camp that also teaches taekwondo along with all their other fun activities.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“My daughter absolutely loves coming here and has grown so much since starting.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 23 mentions

“They teach a great deal of discipline and genuinely care about how she’s doing both at school and at home, because all of that ties into her performance and belt advancement.”

From the reviews

We love Apex! This will be my son's 3rd year in the Summer Camp program. Mr. King, Maddie and their staff are amazing. This program has taught my son so much with patience. Mr. King helped him so much with his discipline and self esteem. He is definitely not the same kid he was when he first started the program.

★★★★★ — Brandy, Jul 2022

Miss Maddie always has a warm welcoming smile and Mr. king is always great at taking the time to inform me on how my son is doing in and out of class! Professional, friendly, respectful are just a few words to describe top dog.

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Jun 2019

I still recall the first day I walked in here with my daughter. She was crying and afraid. I talked to her and said, “If you don't like it after a week, you don't have to come back—but let's give them a try for now.” That was about five years ago, and now my daughter is in the 6th grade and still attends.

★★★★★ — Kervin, Apr 2025

Huge thanks to Apex Martial Arts Academy and all the instructors. Since my sons started training here, I've seen incredible positive changes. They're more disciplined, focused, and their confidence has really grown.

★★★★★ — Christine, Apr 2025

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Your first taekwondo class at Apex Martial Arts Academy

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 Apex Martial Arts Academy

2721 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL33952

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