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Taekwondo

Taekwondo Youth and Adult Classes

Taekwondo

The J is pleased to offer Taekwondo for all ages. Taekwondo is a non-aggressive, ethical system of self-defense that has become one of the world’s most successful and popular martial arts. Its practitioners enjoy physical and mental discipline, as well as fitness benefits and the ability to defend themselves if necessary. The word Taekwondo itself is made up of three Chinese/Korean words: Tae, meaning to kick or jump; Kwon, meaning fist or hand; and Do, which means “the way.”

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Instructors

Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex

  • Joe Barnard, 6th-degree black belt – more than 37 years of Taekwondo experience, 17 years as an instructor.
  • Jason Barnard, 5th-degree black belt and 4th-degree Hapkido

Chesterfield/Marilyn Fox Building

  • Instructor: Philip Hardin, 4th-degree Kukkiwon black belt in Taekwondo – more than 21 years of experience, more than five years as an instructor. He is Safe Sport Certified by the United States Olympic Committee and CPR/First Aid certified.
  • Assistant: Ross Marquart is a 4th-degree Kukkiwon Black Belt in Taekwondo as well.  Ross Marquart also holds a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Hapkido.

Youth Classes

Yong Shins/Little Ninjas Taekwondo

Yong Shins/Little Ninjas

For ages 4-6. An introductory class into the world of Taekwondo. This nationally accredited program introduces discipline and respect with a focus on fitness, control and technique. Little ones will have fun learning and training while building confidence and coordination.

Yong Shins
Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex

Mondays
6:30-7:15pm

Little Ninjas
Chesterfield/Marilyn Fox Building

Thursdays
5:30-6:30pm

Saturdays
2-3pm

Youth Taekwondo - Beginners

Taekwondo – Beginners

Ages 6+. Instructors determine the appropriate class level for students. Training uses a combination of combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment and philosophy. Students will develop and refine skill and build and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge and control.

Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex
Wednesdays
6:30-7:30pm

Chesterfield/Marilyn Fox Building
Thursdays
6:30-7:30pm

Saturdays
3-4pm

Youth Taekwondo - Advanced

Taekwondo – Advanced

Instructors determine the appropriate class level for students. Training uses a combination of combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment and philosophy. Students will develop and refine skill and build and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge and control.

Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex
Wednesdays
7:30-8:30pm

Chesterfield/Marilyn Fox Building
Thursdays
7:30-8:30pm

Saturdays
4-5pm

Adult Classes

Taekwondo for Adults

Taekwondo for Adults (16 years+)

Training continues using a combination of combat technique, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment and philosophy. Students will further their skill development and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge and control.

Creve Coeur/Staenberg Family Complex
Mondays
7:30-8:30pm

Pricing

  • $56 members/monthly
  • $79 public/monthly

Waiver
Fee Agreement

Call to register! Reach our Registrar at 314-442-3110.

Contact

Mathew DeWinters
314-442-3104