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Elements ATA
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Avon Lake, Ohio
Part of ATA Martial Arts
Style / system: ATA / Songahm — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule elementsata.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 440-653-1979
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The owner even gives my son a hug before we leave every class and that kind of personal attention means so much as a parent!”
Other martial arts here
“They are also very good at instilling confidence in them with karate as well as other aspects of life.”
What students say
“The instructors are always so friendly, patient, and loving towards him and the other kiddos in class!”
“His behavior, at home and at school, has improved because of the principles that are taught at Elements ATA.”
“Not only does he have so much fun, but we’ve seen incredible growth in his discipline, respect, ability to follow directions, and overall confidence.”
From the reviews
Can’t say enough good things about this place. The instructors are very knowledgeable, patient and promote an excellent learning environment. My son has been taking classes here for the past 4 +years and has developed consistently throughout not only in Taekwondo, but life skills as well which they emphasize on a…
My son started here a few years ago and we have loved the experience. We have seen so much growth in his confidence and physical strength. He has had fun too and made friends along the way. Highly recommend!!!!!!
The staff at Elements ATA are all great teachers. They are really good at keeping the kids engaged. They are also very good at instilling confidence in them with karate as well as other aspects of life.
I have a great appreciation for the instructors and the valuable knowledge they impart to the students.
New to taekwondo? Start at Elements ATA
Elements ATA 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 Elements ATA
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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