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Middle Tennessee Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Smithville, 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mttkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 615-225-7493
Hours
| Monday | 3–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3 pm–12 am |
| Thursday | 12 am–9:30 pm |
| Friday | 3–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12–4 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son enjoys Middle TN Tae Kwon Do for the fun, structure & discipline classes, for the friends he’s made through it and we love it because of the life skills he is learning.”
“Master Lloyd creates a fun environment while teaching traditional Tae Kwon do forms, history of Tae Kwon do, self defense, and core exercising just to name a few.”
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“Master Lloyd creates a fun environment while teaching traditional Tae Kwon do forms, history of Tae Kwon do, self defense, and core exercising just to name a few.”
What students say
“Been doing the class for about 3 months very supportive and very encouraging love this place and the people that run it and study there!”
“Master Lloyd creates a fun environment while teaching traditional Tae Kwon do forms, history of Tae Kwon do, self defense, and core exercising just to name a few.”
“Our son's respect for others, not only for adults but for older kids and his self confidence has grown.”
“Master Lloyd creates a fun environment while teaching traditional Tae Kwon do forms, history of Tae Kwon do, self defense, and core exercising just to name a few.”
“My son enjoys Middle TN Tae Kwon Do for the fun, structure & discipline classes, for the friends he’s made through it and we love it because of the life skills he is learning.”
From the reviews
Awesome instruction from professionals who genuinely care for their students. We love Mrs. Amy and Master Lloyd!
My son started taking this class last summer. He is on the high end of the autism spectrum and had been in an abusive family when we got him. He was too scared to sleep by himself and would have nightmares. Because he is on the autism spectrum, he would let out squeals and would have a hard time concentrating in class.
Our 5 year old son has been a student at MTTKD for 7 months. Being one of the youngest and smallest students, he has been pushed just enough and has excelled. Master Lloyd creates a fun environment while teaching traditional Tae Kwon do forms, history of Tae Kwon do, self defense, and core exercising just to name a…
Master Lloyd is an AWESOME instructor! My son enjoys Middle TN Tae Kwon Do for the fun, structure & discipline classes, for the friends he’s made through it and we love it because of the life skills he is learning.
New to taekwondo? Start at Middle Tennessee Tae Kwon Do
Middle Tennessee Tae Kwon Do 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Middle Tennessee Tae Kwon Do
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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