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Legacy Taekwondo Academy and Gym
5 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Huntsville, Alabama
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule legacytkdacademy.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (205) 253-4508
Hours
| Monday | 2–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 2–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 2–5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructor is a fantastic role model — he does an amazing job teaching my son to wait, be still, and listen before acting.”
“If you are looking for a dojang to master the craft of taekwondo and not just an 8-week belt testing factory, this is your place.”
What students say
“From the moment I walked in, the environment was welcoming, respectful, and very professional.”
“My son thrives on the encouragement — the high fives and fist bumps mean the world to him.”
“If you are looking for a dojang to master the craft of taekwondo and not just an 8-week belt testing factory, this is your place.”
“You know it's quality knowledge and it's worth the effort to learn.”
“Though they just opened their doors August 2025, they are growing and they truly have a heart for individuals of all ages to succeed in learning the discipline of Taekwondo.”
From the reviews
We absolutely love Legacy Taekwondo Academy! This new, family-run academy has been such a gift to our family. They have been incredibly caring and patient with my 4 (now 5!) year old son. You can truly feel the heart behind what they do. Mom runs the business side and is so kind, organized, and genuinely helpful.
Legacy TKD Academy is the only ITF (International Taekwondo Federation) affiliated dojang in the state of Alabama! If you are looking for a dojang to master the craft of taekwondo and not just an 8-week belt testing factory, this is your place.
The instructors are all wonderful people who know what they're talking about. You know it's quality knowledge and it's worth the effort to learn. Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn this new skill or brush up on old ones!
My kids’ favorite place to be! The instructors are patient, encouraging, and truly invested in your children’s success. Highly recommend!
New to taekwondo? Start at Legacy Taekwondo Academy and Gym
Legacy Taekwondo Academy and Gym comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Legacy Taekwondo Academy and Gym
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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