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Michigan Academy of Taekwondo
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Northville, Michigan
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
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule northvillemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (248) 349-6900
Hours
| Monday | 12–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8 PM |
| Thursday | 12–7:15 PM |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We picked MAT because during the first trial session my son walked out with a giant smile and asked when he could come back.”
“He didn't make it all the way to black belt, falling one rank shy, but he moved on to wrestling in middle school and eventually was captain of the varsity high school team.”
“The private sessions have helped her little one improve focus and stay on track, and the games make it fun so she wants to keep coming back!”
“Whether you're looking for self-defense training or a good physical fitness regimen this is the place you're looking for.”
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“Whether you're looking for self-defense training or a good physical fitness regimen this is the place you're looking for.”
What students say
“Master Rose does a great job in accommodating all students, as well as helping each student reach their personal goals.”
“The staff are all highly skilled martial artists and do a wonderful job running classes that cater to all ages and abilities.”
“It gave him structure, goals with a clear path to meet them, a supportive social circle, a sense of belonging and accomplishment, and it built his confidence immeasurably.”
“community has done wonders for my daughter’s confidence and has helped her in managing ADHD.”
“Master Paul Rose and his leadership team demonstrate the perfect blend of coaching, encouragement and pushing students to fulfill their potential on -and off- the mat.”
“The private sessions have helped her little one improve focus and stay on track, and the games make it fun so she wants to keep coming back!”
From the reviews
The best place to learn taekwondo, the instructors and Masters are very well prepared and are excellent human beings, our whole family has grown a lot in 1 year of being part of the academy and we are very happy with all the learning.
My son started Taekwondo at the age of 10 at this school. He was a good student but struggled socially and lacked confidence. Taekwondo was a game changer for him.
My daughter and I have been training at M.A.T. for 5 years. Being part of the M.A.T. community has done wonders for my daughter’s confidence and has helped her in managing ADHD. I have never felt stronger!
The Michigan Academy of Taekwondo is truly the best around. I am so grateful to have been a part of the MAT community for so long and to have met so many amazing people. The Masters and students alike have created a community that emphasizes encouraging one another and breeds positivity unlike anything else.
New to taekwondo? Start at Michigan Academy of Taekwondo
Michigan Academy of Taekwondo 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 Michigan Academy of Taekwondo
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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