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Pilsung ATA Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Greenwood, Indiana
Part of ATA Martial Arts
Style / system: ATA / Songahm — 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
- 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 (ages 3–18) — 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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule pilsungata.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (317) 881-2762
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter almost wanted to quit after just 2 classes, but we pushed her to try a little longer, and she has already advanced to the next stage after just a couple of months!”
“The way the instructors train, mentor and help kids, young teens, and adults grow and get better in their overall life skills, not just at martial arts, is exemplary!”
“They impressed me with how good they are at: Keeping the attention of the children Teaching them accountability Helping them learn a valuable life skill of self defense.”
“But they also do not just “give” belts and stripes here — it is all earned.”
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“They impressed me with how good they are at: Keeping the attention of the children Teaching them accountability Helping them learn a valuable life skill of self defense.”
What students say
“He always looks forward to classes and they've been incredible working with him in the beginners classes!”
“As soon as we walked in the door, we were treated like family and it is obvious that their care for the students is genuine.”
“A student can start classes any month, and there are always discounted trial classes which are a great way to see what you are getting into, you will love it, I promise 😊.”
“My son feels safe, loved, and supported every day by the other students, parents, and staff.”
“We were looking for something for our two kids to get involved in and had an interest in martial arts, so we checked out a few places and decided to give Pilsung ATA a try.”
“Focus and following directions are current goals for our kindergarten kiddo and we have seen a significant improvement in both in just four weeks of classes.”
From the reviews
My son started at Pilsung ATA for his 3rd birthday. He has learned so much these past 4 years, both physically and socially. He is strong and full of self esteem! All of the instructors truly care about their students and want them to thrive.
I did a lot of research of martial arts schools within around a 30 mile radius when my son decided he wanted to give martial arts a try. The result of my research led us to Pilsung ATA. Our experience has been that the instructors are all very kind and knowledgeable.
Mr. and Mrs. Myers, Mr. Sears and the remainder of the staff were instrumental teaching our boys Taekwondo. It was an awesome experience for them. Our oldest attained his black belt. Classes are well structured. Staff is very encouraging.
Pilsung ATA martial arts has offered both of my boys an amazing experience to learn and grow. It has helped with personal growth, life lessons, and athletic training. I especially like the Tiger program for young athletes!
New to taekwondo? Start at Pilsung ATA Martial Arts
Pilsung ATA Martial Arts 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 Pilsung ATA Martial Arts
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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