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Kat Taekwondo Shawnee
4.3 ★★★★☆ 22 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Shawnee, Kansas
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
- Membership memberships run around $99/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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Website & schedule kattaekwondoacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 913-441-6520
The classes they run
“It is great exercise, and the benefits of martial arts training are amazing for both kids and adults.”
“He takes ages 4 and up and is wonderful with children and adults.”
“KAT helped build my child from a small, shy, and fearful little girl to a strong, healthy, confident, and assertive teen.”
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What students say
“He emphasizes personal responsibility and accountability focusing on respect for your family, your peers, and dedication at school.”
“You and your children learn more than kick and punch techniques.”
“Students receive personalized guidance and coaching from certified black belts including the humbly strong and wise Master Hwang.”
“They look forward to taekwondo days and have learned so much about self control, respect, perseverance and what they can accomplish if they put in the work.”
From the reviews
This taekwondo school and the Instructor (Master Hwang) is like no other. He is an incredible teacher. He teaches respect and patience. He pushes students to the best of their abilities. He says “No pain, No gain” and teaches wonderful lessons. Not just physically but mentally as well.
We originally started at the Lenexa location and I cannot imagine going anywhere other than KAT. My daughter started at 5 and she is now 13 and a second degree black belt. Let me tell you, we interviewed 10 facilities before deciding on KAT! Master Hwang is incredible, passionate, loving, and highly respectable.
I don't know that there are words that describe the impact that Master Hwang has had on my family. He is an incredible teacher, mentor, role model and friend to my children.
I'm a bit confused by the past low reviews of KAT but can only say that our experience has been positive throughout. Our son has attended classes there for 2+ years and has learned a great deal from the instructors as well as developed a high level of maturity, focus and respect throughout the process.
Your first taekwondo class at Kat Taekwondo Shawnee
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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