About
KMA Taekwondo Hapkido offers play-based martial arts for preschool and kindergarten children ages 4-6. For elementary through high school students ages 7-17, it combines practical Hapkido and sports Taekwondo, and each month includes self-defense, poomsae (forms), sparring, and breaking or weapons.
Programs
- Pre-School – Kindergarten (4-6 Year Olds) — 4-6 · Play-based martial arts with Erikson and Piaget stages in mind
- Elementary – High School (7-17 Year Olds) — 7-17 · Practical Hapkido and sports Taekwondo combined to develop lifelong martial artists
At a glance
- Ages: 4–17 years old
About the provider
KMA Taekwondo Hapkido has been rooted in Houston since 1987. GrandMaster Song is the Head of KMA Community and has dedicated over 40 years to teaching Taekwondo. Master David is the Head of Dojang, and Master Jeffrey is the Lead Specialist Instructor. The program describes itself as an award-winning Korean martial arts school with WT Kukkiwon Certified & Recognized Instructors and a WMAC Hapkido (Practical) + Sport Curriculum. Its mission is to be the most positive and impactful martial arts community in Texas.
3 year path to black belt on average. Tested anti-bullying and self-defense training. Tuition fees are set with no annual price increases ever; once a member, the rate will never increase unless you leave KMA. Each month they cover self-defense, poomsae (forms), sparring, and breaking or weapons.
What families say
“We took our four-year-old son to KMA as other Taekwondo schools said he was too young. He felt so safe that he developed a little brother crush on Master JJ… then my 50-something-year-old husband also decided to enroll and loves it more than our son!” — Marie Achgill
“I really love this place. I’m 65 years old and learning Taekwondo has greatly helped with mobility, strength, and endurance. They offer great one-on-one and actually listen and care.” — Harold Kruger
“Excellent place to build self-confidence and motivation for kids. This is not only a great place for children to learn martial arts, but also a great place to teach discipline and create a positive attitude. Master Song and Master Dave are good role models for the students.” — Le Nguyen
Last updated September 9, 2026.
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