Taekwondo Classes in St. Louis, MO

Good to know in St. Louis

For a recognized affiliation or certification (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon, or a certified black-belt master), students point to Premier Martial Arts - St. Louis, MO, Arch Taekwondo and Tae Kwon-Do Karate Club.

Plan your first class

This school offers a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try taekwondo before you enroll. Check each school's schedule for the current offer.

• Arch Taekwondo ★★★★★ 5 (16) — 3010 Locust St

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New to taekwondo?

These schools are called out by students as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that you start with the basics and sparring builds up slowly with protective gear. Everyone started as a white belt.

• Premier Martial Arts - St. Louis, MO ★★★★★ 5 (24) — 503 N Taylor Ave
• Arch Taekwondo ★★★★★ 5 (16) — 3010 Locust St
• Axiom Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (13) — 11541 Gravois Rd

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Kids & teen taekwondo in St. Louis

These schools run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills. Check each school's schedule for age groups and times.

• Premier Martial Arts - St. Louis, MO ★★★★★ 5 (24) — 503 N Taylor Ave
• Arch Taekwondo ★★★★★ 5 (16) — 3010 Locust St
• Axiom Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (13) — 11541 Gravois Rd

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Taekwondo in St. Louis: quick answers

How much do taekwondo classes cost a month in St. Louis?

Most St. Louis schools don't post prices online. Taekwondo is usually sold as a monthly membership, plus a uniform (dobok) and belt-testing fees, and rates vary by school. Many offer a free intro class, so you can visit before you enroll — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.

Do any St. Louis schools offer a free trial or free first class?

Yes — 1 of the 5 schools in St. Louis advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Arch Taekwondo. Offers change, so confirm on the school's site before you go.

I'm a total beginner — can I start taekwondo in St. Louis?

Yes. Taekwondo welcomes complete beginners of every age, and you don't need to be fit or flexible first — classes build your strength, flexibility, and coordination. 3 St. Louis schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly. You start with the basics — stances, blocks, kicks, and forms — and sparring is introduced gradually with protective gear. Every student begins as a white belt.

Are there kids' taekwondo classes in St. Louis?

Yes — 5 St. Louis schools run kids' or youth taekwondo, with some classes starting as young as age 7. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills in a supervised setting; check each school's schedule for age groups and times.

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