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Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 210 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
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
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ascensionma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 414-856-9100
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We especially appreciate how neurodivergent-friendly the program is; the team truly understands how to meet kids where they are and help them thrive.”
“In addition, the Little Dragons program is excellent too.”
“As a woman, its hard to find a place that we feel safe enough to be aggressive yet vulnerable.”
“The BBC program is a great next step toward his Black Belt goal.”
Other martial arts here
“I take Taekwondo, Jiu Jitsu, and Sparring classes.”
“I also participate in the adult kick boxing and have been thoroughly enjoying the exercise, the drills and conditioning that my body needs to stay young.”
What students say
“The cherry on top was the reality that an adult like myself could not only join but become part of a community - one that I would quickly call my own!”
“It's clear how much he has learned—not just the forms and techniques, but also discipline and focus.”
“My son is an introvert and very shy. He loves coming to Ascension to learn, exercise and have fun.”
“I have been with Master Youn and AMA for 24 years.”
“The classes are very structured and like to take that structure along with discipline and respect not just in their classes, but also to have it practiced in home and school.”
From the reviews
This is where I began my search for a martial arts school for my girls - soon after it would become mine too. The first school called me 2 weeks after I already enrolled - the second school would not give me full details until I tried them - a mistake because now my kids wanted to join but had no clue of the financial…
We've had a wonderful experience at AMA over the past year. My son really enjoys the classes, which are kept at a manageable size so he always gets quality instruction. The instructors are kind, encouraging, and highly professional.
I have been with Master Youn and AMA for 24 years. The instructors are excellent and the atmosphere is one where you work hard and have fun at the same time. In addition, the Little Dragons program is excellent too.
I take Taekwondo, Jiu Jitsu, and Sparring classes. This place is amazing and very welcoming! I have been going here for a few years and have met so many friends. As an adult, it can sometimes be hard to make new friends who have share the same interests.
New to taekwondo? Start at Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
Ascension Martial Arts - AMA 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Ascension Martial Arts - AMA
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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