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Kids practicing front kicks in a Taekwondo class in Salinas

Taekwondo & Hapkido for Kids, Adults and Families in Salinas

Discipline, confidence and real self-defense. Inclusive classes for every ability, ages 3 to 65.

★★★★★ 5.0 on Google

No experience needed

Parents can train too

5.0 ★

32 Google reviews

26+ years

Head instructor experience

Ages 3–65

Kids, teens, adults

Every ability

Adaptive classes

PROGRAMS

Martial arts classes for every age in Salinas

Start where you are. Every class teaches focus, respect and real technique, from a first-day white belt to black belt.

Young students practicing front kicks at a kids Taekwondo class in Salinas, CA

AGES 3–12

Kids Taekwondo

After-school classes that build focus, confidence and good habits through kicks, forms and belt goals.

TEENS & ADULTS

Taekwondo & Hapkido

Traditional Korean striking plus Hapkido joint locks, throws and practical self-defense.

Adults and kids training together at a family martial arts class in North Salinas

TRAIN TOGETHER

Family Classes

Parents and kids on the mat side by side. A shared goal, and a lot more fun than watching from the bench.

Martial arts students practicing punches in Salinas, CA

ADULTS · $75/MO

Cardio Kickboxing

A real workout with pads and bag work. No experience needed, and no sparring required.

Student and instructor in weapons training at Korean Martial Arts Academy in Salinas

ADVANCED

Weapons & Private Lessons

Sword, staff and Ho Kuk Mu Sul forms, plus one-on-one lessons at $50 an hour.

Kids practicing a punching drill in an inclusive martial arts class in North Salinas

ALL ABILITIES

Adaptive Martial Arts

Classes adapted for neurodiverse students and students with disabilities, at a pace that works for each child.

Kids practicing punches under a Focus, Motivation, Dedication sign at KMAA in Salinas

Focus. Motivation.
Dedication.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE KMAA

More than kicks and punches

1

Confidence you can see

Kids practice standing tall, speaking up and setting belt goals they can reach.

2

Respect at home and school

Every class starts and ends with respect for instructors, classmates and family.

3

Real self-defense

Hapkido techniques that work, taught safely and step by step.

4

Run by a family, for families

Master Harold Morrison and his family know every student by name.

INSIDE THE ACADEMY

Belt tests, board breaks and big moments

Every promotion is a family event. Here's what a test day looks like at KMAA.

Boy breaking a board as instructors cheer at a belt test in Salinas
Instructor tying a new belt on a young student at a belt promotion in Salinas
Adult martial arts students celebrating a belt promotion in Salinas
Green belt kids practicing punches at a martial arts class in Salinas
Kids practicing front kicks at a martial arts class in Salinas

WHAT SALINAS FAMILIES SAY

Rated 5.0 by the families who train here

“KMAA is like a new home to my son and I.”

Mary A. · Google review

“We both have became more confident.”

Mary A. · parent and student

“We brought our daughter here just to try it out. My daughter has not left since.”

April D. · Google review

5.0

★★★★★

32 reviews on Google

GETTING STARTED

Your first class is free

No uniform, no experience and no pressure. Just come try it.

1

Book or text us

Pick a class time online or text (831) 809-9521. We'll reply the same day.

2

Wear comfy clothes

Shorts or sweats and a T-shirt are perfect. Arrive 10 minutes early.

3

Meet the instructor

Try a full class, ask questions, and see if it's the right fit for your family.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

Visit us in North Salinas

Monday – Thursday

4:00 – 8:00 pm

Friday

By appointment

Saturday – Sunday

8:00 – 10:00 am

365 Victor St, Suite E
Salinas, CA 93907

Serving North Salinas, Boronda, Prunedale, Castroville and Marina.

Kids practicing front kicks in a Taekwondo class in Salinas

Ready to see your child's confidence grow?

Book a free trial class this week. Parents are welcome on the mat too.

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