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Thrive Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Walled Lake, Michigan

Taekwondo school Kids & teens Sparring Competition team

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
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  • Website & schedule thrivetkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (248) 973-7414

Hours

Monday 3–9 PM
Tuesday 3–9 PM
Wednesday 3–9 PM
Thursday 3–9 PM
Friday Closed
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 Thrive Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 25 mentions

“Coach Zach does a phenomenal job teaching kids not just taekwondo/martial arts skills, but more importantly, respect and discipline.”

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

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 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 5 mentions

“Horn is an amazing instructor that knows how to work with kids in a way that makes learning and working hard, fun.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 4 mentions

“Lastly, he is truly humble, never looking to be at the center of the attention; it is always about the students and their growth physically and mentally.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“They also get you right into forms, weapons, and sparring, which is also really nice to get the full experience and start learning right away.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“Our son joined Thrive Martial Arts only a few months ago, but we have already seen him grow and gain so much confidence!”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“It was a great tournament day for my girls, they really love their Tae Kwon Do classes and at the tournaments they see how much they have advanced and learned”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 24 mentions

“Zack has made sure my child reaches all his goals and has given him the confidence to succeed in things he didn’t think he could.”

From the reviews

My 2 children transferred in from another studio and are both very happy here. Watching them work towards their next belts is such an amazing accomplishment. Mr. Horn is an amazing instructor and has a great work ethic here in the studio. I have also joined and enjoy taking classes with my children.

★★★★★ — Cassie, Apr 2022

My 7 year old has been coming here since last summer. Coach Zach and his team are so professional and knowledgeable and they truly care about the improvement of each student. My son has improved so much in self discipline and his ability to listen and follow instructions.

★★★★★ — Hattie, Jan 2023

Was looking for a place to get involved in martial arts, but culture was key. I've been going about 2 months now, and have nothing but great things to say. The instructors are fantastic, the students are supportive to new people like me, as well as their peers. Everyone cares about a learning environment.

★★★★★ — David, Sep 2022

Our son joined Thrive Martial Arts only a few months ago, but we have already seen him grow and gain so much confidence! He is not interested in traditional organized sports, so we thought we would give martial arts a try. We are so happy that we did, and even more thrilled to have found Thrive and Mr. Horn! Mr.

★★★★★ — Van, Mar 2026

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Your first taekwondo class at Thrive 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.

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 Thrive Martial Arts

724 N Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake, MI48390

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