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Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo
5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Memphis, Tennessee
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
- Poomsae & forms forms (poomsae) practice — the patterns at the heart of taekwondo and your belt testing
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule memphiskimsmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 901-300-0554
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 1–7 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 1–6 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They also teach Kids, the Kids class are a lot more lax than the adult class, so don't let that put you off if your'e a young adult looking to learn self defense.”
“They also teach Kids, the Kids class are a lot more lax than the adult class, so don't let that put you off if your'e a young adult looking to learn self defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Master Kim Teaches Old School Tae Kwon Do and Kodokan Judo.”
“They also teach Kids, the Kids class are a lot more lax than the adult class, so don't let that put you off if your'e a young adult looking to learn self defense.”
What students say
“Master Kim is Very Knowledgeable Holding an 8th Degree in Tae Kwon Do and a 7th in Judo.”
“They are a family oriented business that provide fun and skill.”
“Master Kim Teaches Old School Tae Kwon Do and Kodokan Judo.”
From the reviews
I've been at this school for 7 years. Master Kim Teaches Old School Tae Kwon Do and Kodokan Judo. Master Kim is Very Knowledgeable Holding an 8th Degree in Tae Kwon Do and a 7th in Judo. if you want to learn old school fundamental Tae Kwon Do and Judo, go here.
All around atmosphere is amazing. They are a family oriented business that provide fun and skill. The amount of classes they offer fits everyone's schedule ranging from young kids to senior adults. They even offer family classes. James Ward is the senior instructor and he is great.
Really great place. Family environment. It doesn’t feel like a corporate martial arts place. The instructors do a great job and our kid loves it.
Your first taekwondo class at Kim's Martial Arts Academy/Tae Kwon Do, Judo
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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