Twin Cities's Best Martial Arts SCHOOL

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Family Martial Arts

After School Program
in the Twin Cities

Imagine every day after school, while you're at work, your child is safe... and learning amazing skills for life. We are a school of leadership and designed to bring out the best of each student!

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Kids Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Our kids martial arts program in the Twin Cities gives your child the tools they need to protect themselves with self-defense, but it also equips them with incredible life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch them improve in school, too!

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Adult Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Great friends, great fun! Crush your fitness goals with our adult martial arts classes in the Twin Cities. Learn self-defense skills and martial arts together while having a ton of fun. HRD is a true complete martial art - no more boring workouts!

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preschool martial arts classes in twin cities

Little Tiger Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our little tiger program in the Twin Cities gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.

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Teen Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

The ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active, engaged, and it helps them feel confident too. Help your teen make friends and get off their screens with our teen martial arts classes in the Twin Cities!

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Summer Camp
in the Twin Cities

This summer, give your child an experience they won't forget!
Martial arts changes lives.

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Birthday Parties
in the Twin Cities

Stop trying to reinvent the wheel. Birthday parties should be fun, not a ton of work! Enjoy watching your kids have fun!

why CHOOSE the Hwa Rang Do Martial Art Academy?

Since we’ve opened, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in the Twin Cities. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.

Hwa Rang Do is a true complete martial art where you will have the opportunity to study all aspects such as striking, grappling, and weaponry, plus also delve into the inner arts of meditation, energy, and health. We are a traditional school that respects the lineage of our art which goes back to the ancient days of historical Korea.

We strongly believe that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience levels. Throughout all of our programs, students will not only learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves, we stand behind our realistic and practical approach, confident it will enable every member to achieve greatness and live their best life.

"Hwa rang do has the best philosophy of all the arts I have either audited or spent any amount of time practicing. I hope I live up to it's standards."

"Our son has been attending Hwa Rang Do for 5 years and it's been a great experience for him. The instructors are wonderful with the kids, patient yet firm and committed to getting kids to be their most excellent selves."

"The Best and most Comprehensive Martial Arts in the World. His Founder Dr. Joo Bang Lee. A Great Place to Learn."

"The martial art is a comprehensive fighting system and is truly a lifestyle martial art as it includes practice in meditation and healing arts."

"My son loves the physical aspect and I love the character building philosophy that is weaved into everything they do! Such a positive experience for all!"

"Very good experience and interactive martial arts class. They cause the pupils to forget a true bond with each other as the progress through the belt ranks. Truly amazing."

About our programs

Family Martial Arts

After-School Program
in the Twin Cities

Looking for a safe, fun, and enriching environment for your child after school? Our after-school program in the Twin Cities is the perfect place for kids to learn, grow, and thrive!

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kids martial arts classes

Kids Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Parents LOVE our the Twin Cities kids martial arts program because it teaches not only self-defense, but also vital life skills like focus, discipline, respect, and more! Watch your child's confidence flourish and their grades improve with this awesome Child Greatness program.

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Adult Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Our Twin Cities adult martial arts program combines next-level fitness with next-level FUN; no more boring workouts! It's time to switch up your routine and get the results you've been looking for in an awesome community of like-minded people.

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preschool martial arts classes in twin cities

Little Tiger Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Discover why parents love our little tiger program in the Twin Cities. It's the perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, character enrichment, and it gives your little one an edge when they enter a busy school setting.

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teen martial arts classes in twin cities

Teen Martial Arts
in the Twin Cities

Combining confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self-defense, our Twin Cities teen martial arts program keeps your teen's wellness and happiness in mind. It's time to get your teenager active, making new friends and bettering themselves.

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Summer Camp
in the Twin Cities

Discover why parents in the Twin Cities love our Kids Martial Arts Summer Camps. Give your child an experience they won't forget. Martial arts changes lives.

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Birthday Parties
in the Twin Cities

When we say we have the best birthday parties in the Twin Cities, we mean it. Give your child the perfect party, while you enjoy a stress free day. Your child will thank you later, we guarantee it!

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our martial arts programs

We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons.

This is up to you.  While we encourage parents to be involved with their child’s martial art progress, we also want them to focus on the experience of their training while on the mats.

You are welcome to watch or if you wanted some ‘me-time’? Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee. They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!

Martial arts is all about action, so even better than watching classes, join the journey yourself and jump into some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!

 

No, not at all! We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our martial arts classes in the Twin Cities. Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!

Truthfully, the journey to black belt is an individual one. Everyone can progress at a different pace. There is no judgement on students for how long it does take. What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE!

The self-defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for black belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self-discipline lead to life-long success.

You will find that your instructors at the Hwa Rang Do Martial Art Academy Twin Cities are dedicated to helping you on your journey to black belt or whatever your personal goal may be.

We do only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area. Take advantage of our limited time offer…The fastest way is to fill in the form. 

Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our Twin Cities martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!

Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in! Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes. You will find the Hwa Rang Do Martial Art Academy in the Twin Cities has martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun! Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class. We are sure you will be too!

Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started. So you will fit right in!

Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve! You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts instructors are trained to keep their teaching simple. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!

Hwa Rang Do Martial Art Academy

Twin Cities

We’re located at 5417 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, stop by and say hello!