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Yong-In Martial Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule hixsontkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (423) 877-5661

Hours

Monday 11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–8 PM
Thursday 11 AM–8 PM
Friday 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–12 PM
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 Yong-In Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 35 mentions

“If you're looking for somewhere fun and supportive for your children to learn a martial art (and for yourself, if you're like me), I couldn't recommend Yong-In enough.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“So much more to this than the actual self defense part of it that each child is receiving by being at Yong-In.”

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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 Yong-In Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“So much more to this than the actual self defense part of it that each child is receiving by being at Yong-In.”

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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 68 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 10 mentions

“Master Silva is truly amazing with kids of all ages and he is able to push his students to be their best selfs on and off the mat without pushing us past our limits.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Master Silva is truly amazing with kids of all ages and he is able to push his students to be their best selfs on and off the mat without pushing us past our limits.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 11 mentions

“If you're looking for somewhere fun and supportive for your children to learn a martial art (and for yourself, if you're like me), I couldn't recommend Yong-In enough.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“If you or your child needs help with confidence, respect or discipline, Then yong-in martial arts is the place to go.”

certified & recognized school 24 mentions

“Master Silva is truly amazing with kids of all ages and he is able to push his students to be their best selfs on and off the mat without pushing us past our limits.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 26 mentions

“Master Silva was patient but firm with him, and after over a year in the studio he has improved a lot in terms of his attention span and self-discipline.”

From the reviews

Master Silva at Yong-In came to my daughter’s school one day and she was set on trying tae kwon do! I called to speak to someone there to get more details and was able to talk to Master Silva himself. He was so kind and professional at the same time. After one class, my daughter was hooked!

★★★★★ — Shauna, Apr 2022

I absolutely love being my child here! Hes 3.5 years old and diagnosed with autism. I was certain I wanted to take extra precautions to make sure he is well socialized and has a good outlet. I think boys need that. I have been bringing my son regularly for about 4 months. Master Silva has been incredible here.

★★★★★ — Tori, Feb 2026

Yong-In is anything but ordinary. This martial arts school not only teaches traditional Taekwondo, but also teaches discipline, respect, responsibility, focus, and so much more. We have been with the school for 2 years and 4 out of the 7 members of my family take classes.

★★★★★ — Regina, Mar 2019

Yong-In Taekwondo with Master Silva is an excellent place to take your children. My 3 year old son was struggling with behavioral issues, attention, and aggression when we first started him.

★★★★★ — Kathryn, Oct 2025

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New to taekwondo? Start at Yong-In Martial Arts

Yong-In Martial Arts 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Yong-In 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 Yong-In Martial Arts

3900 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN37415

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