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Boyer Academy

4.5 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Troy, Missouri

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

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
  • Membership memberships run around $200/mo — many schools also offer a discounted first month and family plans, so ask about new-student rates
  • 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
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  • Website & schedule boyeracademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 636-290-6246

Hours

Monday 3:30–8 pm
Tuesday 3:30–8 pm
Wednesday 3:30–8 pm
Thursday 3:30–8 pm
Friday 3:30–8 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 Boyer Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 30 mentions

“As the mom of an amazingly autistic teen, I have seen the life-changing impact that Tae Kwon Do at Boyer Academy has made on my daughter.”

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Teens 3 mentions

“As the mom of an amazingly autistic teen, I have seen the life-changing impact that Tae Kwon Do at Boyer Academy has made on my daughter.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you’re looking for confidence boosting and self defense skills or amazing fitness, Matthew Boyer is your guy!”

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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 Boyer Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 3 mentions

“🥋 The instructors don’t just teach karate—they live leadership.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you’re looking for confidence boosting and self defense skills or amazing fitness, Matthew Boyer is your guy!”

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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 60 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions

“Master Matt is a great role model and instructor for all the students.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 8 mentions

“Boyer Academy isn’t just a martial arts school—it’s a launchpad for confidence, discipline, and community.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“He’s not just learning karate techniques like katas and weapons, he’s gaining life skills, discipline, and confidence that will last a lifetime.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Our son loves being a part of team Boyer, and as a parent, I love watching him grow and sharpen his skills.”

certified & recognized school 5 mentions

“I have had several children work with Master Matt over the years and each of them have excelled.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 30 mentions

“He’s not just learning karate techniques like katas and weapons, he’s gaining life skills, discipline, and confidence that will last a lifetime.”

From the reviews

We love everything about Boyer Academy. It’s an incredible business ran by an incredible family. They have so much to offer. We now have three members of the household enrolled in classes. We began with my son because he was getting bullied in school.

★★★★★ — Chantel, Oct 2021

Boyer Academy isn’t just a martial arts school—it’s a launchpad for confidence, discipline, and community. My kids walked in as shy ducklings, and now they’re strutting out like warriors with purpose (and some seriously cool kicks). 🥋 The instructors don’t just teach karate—they live leadership.

★★★★★ — Justin, Aug 2025

I couldn't possibly say enough glowing words about Matthew Boyer and his team. As the mom of an amazingly autistic teen, I have seen the life-changing impact that Tae Kwon Do at Boyer Academy has made on my daughter.

★★★★★ — Rachel, Aug 2025

Stopped in for a trial class with a group of kids. Both boys had a great time and you can tell how much time and effort goes into this place. Master Matt was great with the kids. Definitely recommend checking out Boyer Academy for your martial arts needs!

★★★★★ — Amanda, Feb 2022

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New to taekwondo? Start at Boyer Academy

Boyer Academy 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Boyer 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 Boyer Academy

4 oakley plaza, Troy, MO63379

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