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TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S.
5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Middlebury, Vermont
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 tkdkicks.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 802-377-0476
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 2:15–7 pm |
| Thursday | 4:15–7 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We've been attending Tae Kwon Do classes as a family since my daughter was 3 and it's a great way to connect, learn something new, and get a little exercise.”
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What students say
“Master Thomas is great with people of all ages and abilities and will help alter exercises when needed she is very knowledgeable about Taekwondo”
“She is really great with students of all ages, takes her business seriously while providing a fun and safe environment for all ages and experience levels.”
“We've been attending Tae Kwon Do classes as a family since my daughter was 3 and it's a great way to connect, learn something new, and get a little exercise.”
“After I joined as an adult, I found she’s just as effective with grown-ups - patient, detail-oriented, and focused on control and technique so progress feels real and measurable.”
“My daughter has gained so much confidence, discipline, and self-respect through her instruction.”
“From the very beginning, Master Thomas has created a positive, respectful, and motivating environment that helps students grow both physically and mentally.”
From the reviews
TaeKwonDo K.I.C.K.S. has been a second home to me and my family, and Master Kellie Thomas is the reason why. With her guidance, patience, and unwavering support, we've grown not only in our martial arts skills but also as individuals.
TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S. has been absolutely amazing for my daughter. From the very beginning, Master Thomas has created a positive, respectful, and motivating environment that helps students grow both physically and mentally. My daughter has gained so much confidence, discipline, and self-respect through her instruction.
I've been attending TKD Kicks for nearly three years after relocating from another state. I was worried I wouldn't find a community like my previous school- I couldn't have been more wrong.
Master Thomas is skilled, kind, patient, and firm. My son has been taking TaeKwondo with her for over a year, and he's come so far. She works her students hard, and expects a high level of commitment, but treats everyone with respect.
New to taekwondo? Start at TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S.
TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S. 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 TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S.
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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