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Kwang's Taekwondo Academy

5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Battle Creek, Michigan

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Phone +1 269-660-2500

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Closed
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Kwang's Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 12 mentions

“The staff/teachers here are amazing with kids and adults at all levels of learning and training for behavior and lessons of the craft.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“I am so glad we joined :) and recommend it for any child who wants learn self defense and discipline.”

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

🛡️ Self-Defense

“I am so glad we joined :) and recommend it for any child who wants learn self defense and discipline.”

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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 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 2 mentions
🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Very positive, welcoming environment, fun to participate in, well managed, and instructors always bring a smile to everyone’s faces even when accidents and mistakes happen.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 7 mentions

“Very positive, welcoming environment, fun to participate in, well managed, and instructors always bring a smile to everyone’s faces even when accidents and mistakes happen.”

certified & recognized school 4 mentions

“Master Nikole and Kiersten do an excellent job of not only instructing but modeling young people.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 11 mentions

“This institution is more than just a place to learn martial arts; it is a community that fosters growth, discipline, and respect in every student.”

From the reviews

Master Kwang spanked my little brother and I found it pretty funny. Its a good story for family time. Very family friendly dojo. Would go there again.

★★★★★ — Elijah, Feb 2017

I had high expectations going into the taekwondo martial art. They were blown right out of the park!! Very positive, welcoming environment, fun to participate in, well managed, and instructors always bring a smile to everyone’s faces even when accidents and mistakes happen.

★★★★★ — Brad, Nov 2024

The patience and dedication of the instructors is phenomenal. So proud my daughter has the chance to be apart of this.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Mar 2020

I cannot speak highly enough about Kwang’s Taekwondo Academy. This institution is more than just a place to learn martial arts; it is a community that fosters growth, discipline, and respect in every student. When you walk through the doors, you are greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Shannon, Feb 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Kwang's Taekwondo Academy

Kwang's Taekwondo 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.

Call about beginner classes: +1 269-660-2500

Your first taekwondo class at Kwang's Taekwondo 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 Kwang's Taekwondo Academy

938 W Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI49015

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