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Martial Arts USA

4.9 ★★★★★ 216 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Lexington, Kentucky

Taekwondo school Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Sparring

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
  • Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule martialartslexington.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 859-224-0060

Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 11 am–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Martial Arts USA, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 25 mentions

“The staff are very nice and accommodating and they always do their best to encourage the kids and ensure everyone is having a good time and learning.”

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🎓 Belt Testing 2 mentions

“Our boys love it, and I appreciate how accommodating they've been even when we mixed up a belt test date and were going out of town.”

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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 Martial Arts USA — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate

“I have a 9 year old girl and a 5 year old boy that both come to karate and do after school program here and I have seen so many positive changes in them.”

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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 216 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“All staff are truly dedicated, passionate, welcoming and uplifting!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 5 mentions

“All staff are truly dedicated, passionate, welcoming and uplifting!”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“My son loves Martial Arts USA and staff fix his mistakes and help him pass Leadership testing or Belt tests.”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“Grand Master just added the sparring competition there.”

certified & recognized school 3 mentions

“I hope to be involved with Grandmaster Jeon and his Tai Kwan Do program at Martial Arts USA for many years to come.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 13 mentions

“MAUSA teaches self discipline and respect, celebrates each student for who they are, and we are grateful for the staff and the example they provide for our kiddo.”

From the reviews

Absolutely amazing ! we just recently found this after school program; but it has quickly become the highlight of my daughters day. She has gained so much confidence, and fallen in love with Korean culture as a whole. I couldn’t ask for a better space and team of people to help me mentor my daughter.

★★★★★ — Linzi, Jul 2023

The owners of this place are first class! They operate a clean energetic business. In addition, they are fantastic with the kids. They focus on personal success. Belt progression moves at each student’s ability. The leadership program is excellent.

★★★★★ — Regenia, Oct 2024

Enrolling our son in Martial Arts USA six months ago proved one of the best decisions we've made as parents. The dedicated instructors provide excellent guidance, adapting their teaching to each child's motivations and skill level.

★★★★★ — Alex, Jun 2023

My daughter loves it here. Everyone is so great and patient with the littles. My daughter has learned so much and I was so proud watching her at her belt challenge today. I can Definitely tell they work hard and are dedicated.. most important my daughter is continually learning respect! Today we got her blue belt ..

★★★★★ — Laila, Nov 2024

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Your first taekwondo class at Martial Arts USA

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 Martial Arts USA

260 Meijer Way, Lexington, KY40503

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