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20 Years
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Empowering Character Development Through Taekwondo in Kansas City
Founded in 2006, KOMA Taekwondo has established itself as a leading martial arts school in the Kansas City metro area. Our mission centers on helping students cultivate essential life skills through character-driven martial arts instruction. With decades of combined experience, our certified taekwondo instructors deliver a curriculum that emphasizes intrinsic motivation and personal growth over external competition. We serve families across three convenient locations in Johnson County, providing age-specific programs for children starting at age 3, special needs students, and adult participants.Our unique 'one by one' approach creates a supportive community where students develop confidence, focus, discipline, resilience, and leadership skills. Through consistent class attendance and goal-oriented belt progression, we help students build lifelong habits for success. Community service remains integral to our curriculum, shaping students into compassionate leaders who positively impact their communities. Backed by thousands of families' positive experiences, we invite you to discover our transformative approach to martial arts education.
Services
Martial Arts
Taekwondo Instruction
Karate Classes
Kids Programs
Special Needs Martial Arts
Adult Fitness
Belt Testing
Community Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Our 'one by one' approach celebrates individual progress in a non-competitive environment
- Certified taekwondo instructors with decades of combined teaching experience
- Community service integrated into martial arts curriculum for holistic development
- Three convenient locations serving Johnson County families
- Proven track record transforming thousands of children since 2006
What people say
Huge confidence boost
Supportive instructors
Remarkable transformation
Patient and encouraging
Lifetime skills development
Services
Kids Taekwondo
Our youth taekwondo program builds essential character traits through structured classes designed for children starting at age 3. Focusing on confidence, focus, and discipline, the curriculum develops goal-setting habits and perseverance through non-competitive belt progression. Certified instructors create a supportive environment where each child progresses at their own pace.
Special Needs Martial Arts
The Solo program provides tailored martial arts instruction for special needs students, emphasizing individual growth and self-confidence. Our patient instructors use personalized techniques to develop focus, coordination, and social skills through structured, supportive training sessions that celebrate each student's progress.
Adult Martial Arts
KOMA Fit offers adult martial arts classes combining physical fitness with practical self-defense training. Participants develop strength, flexibility, and stress management skills while learning effective techniques in a supportive community focused on personal growth and achievement.
Character Development
Our curriculum integrates character development with martial arts instruction, cultivating virtues like discipline, resilience, and leadership. Students progress through monthly challenges that build perseverance and self-awareness while establishing foundations for lifelong success in personal and professional endeavors.
Community Workshops
We offer community events and workshops that extend martial arts principles beyond the training floor. These programs reinforce character development through interactive activities, scout workshops, and birthday parties that promote teamwork, respect, and leadership in family-friendly settings.
People
Master Bronson Ko
Founder & Head Instructor
Master Ko established KOMA Taekwondo in 2006 with a vision to develop character through martial arts. Host of the About Our Father's Business podcast, he combines decades of taekwondo expertise with youth development experience to create impactful programs for students of all ages.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer for children?
We offer age-specific taekwondo programs for Super Tykes (3-6), Elementary (7-9), and special needs students with curriculum focusing on confidence, focus, and character development.
Do you provide martial arts instruction for adults?
Yes, our KOMA Fit program delivers adult martial arts classes for physical fitness, stress relief, and practical self-defense skills in a supportive environment.
How do you approach belt progression and skill development?
We use structured monthly challenges for belt advancement, emphasizing gradual skill mastery, goal setting, and perseverance in a non-competitive environment.
Are there community events or special workshops available?
We host scout workshops, birthday parties, and community events that incorporate martial arts skills while fostering teamwork and leadership among participants.
How does KOMA Taekwondo differ from traditional sports programs?
Our individualized approach emphasizes personal growth over team competition, creating a supportive environment where every student can thrive at their own pace.
What makes your instructors qualified to teach martial arts?
Our instructors are certified taekwondo professionals with extensive experience in youth development, recognized for their ability to connect with students and foster growth.
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Reviews (7)
Samara Nazir
Aug 10, 2020
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KOMA does so much more than just teach students Tae Kwon Do. The instructors focus on teaching students confidence, disciple and hard work in a loving and nurturing environment. If you are looking for an after school activity, I highly recommend Tae Kwon Do at Ko Martial Arts!
Malanie Loonsfoot
Jul 05, 2020
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Both our boys have been at KOMA for about three years. On the road to become a black belt they have also been taught how to show respect to everyone, how to be more confident, and how to be better leaders. They have utilized these skills in their everyday life and the changes in them both have been amazing. Especially in our son who is on the Spectrum. Other athletic endeavors werent an option and they have been amazing working with him.
Chelsea Kenyon
Jan 21, 2020
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We have been with KOMA since the summer. Their curriculum is progressive and positive, always focusing on building character and doing your best. We have two kids at very different skill levels and the KOMA staff does a fabulous job! The class schedule is very flexible and offers a lot of options for busy families. We are big fans of the KOMA program! Highly recommend!
Kathryn Pinto
Sep 09, 2019
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Ko Martial Arts has provided an experience in unparalleled personal growth for our daughter. With a qualified staff composed of caring individuals who take a genuine interest in each student, KOMA provides a safe and diverse environment for students to shine. The thing we appreciate most about KOMA is the people. Great students, wonderful parents and classes available for children, teens and adults, we couldn't have asked for a better place for our daughter to spend her childhood. I love it that we see a big, bright smile on her face when she walks in and an even bigger smile when she walks out
Chris C.
Aug 09, 2019
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I've been in the education industry my entire adult career. I've got to tell you this is an amazing to learn a martial art. The instructors keep the kids motivated. My son was 8 years old when he started He is soon to be 12 and will acquire his black belt 1 month after his birthday!
Broadcastallie
Dec 21, 2018
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KOMA has been hands down one of the best opportunities we have given our son. We do not live close to KOMA, but over and over we had friends that raved about the impact that the teachers and the classes have had on their kids. One class and we knew KOMA was something we had to be part of... regardless of the drive to get there. The KOMA culture and the values they emphasize are helping us to raise a respectful, determined child with grit and integrity. All of the instructors are talented and dedicated. We feel so lucky that a place like KOMA is in our community.
Amy Kapsalis
Aug 02, 2018
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We have had an absolutely wonderful experience at KOMA. Master Ko and his instructors take the time to get to really know each child and their strengths, areas they need work on and their interests. There is nothing quite like watching your child learn new things and work on them with such excitement and pride. We look forward to going and watching just as much as they look forward to their lessons three times a week. They'd go even more if they could! I can't say enough about KOMA and the wonderful people there. We definitely made the right choice!
