Hwang's Martial Arts at Springhurst Review

My 2 sons (ages 6 and 3) and I had the opportunity to check out Hwang's Martial Arts near Hurstbourne and Westport Rd. during the recent Fitness Crawl week hosted by JCC and Leo Weekly. They also are located in Okolona and Jeffersontown.

 Our class was in Taekwondo. It was our first experience with any type of martial arts. We were greeted by the friendly instructors as we walked into the gym. Since it was our first class we watched a promo video and filled out some paperwork. We were given our belts and waited for our class to begin as we sat criss cross applesauce (as my boys like to call it) in a line on the floor.

Our class started. The adults were called first and ran down to the other side of the gym. There were a few other first time students in my class with a few others that had been coming for a few weeks. Our instructor was perfect for a newbie like myself. He broke everything down so all we had to do was mimic him. He explained why you yell while doing punches and kicks - which if you do not know, just go try the class out. After going through punches and kicks, we did various kicks and punches while moving across the floor. Before you knew it, the class was over.

I did not get a chance to watch my boys in their class, but they said they had fun. My oldest liked learning the punches best while my other son enjoyed the kicks the best. Both were worn out from the class. 

At the end of class, all the students line up for announcements. Hwang's do a monthly character development report card. It rewards kids for completing their daily responsibilities, self-discipline, reading daily, and practicing Taekwondo which is recognized during this time as well.

I really liked how the class was set-up so that everyone in the family (ages 3 and up)  could participate at the same time. With a family of 5, I understand how hard it is to get anything done. Fortunately, Hwang's helps to get everyone in the family some exercise by offering beginner classes daily.

Hwang's Martial Arts also offers summer camps and after school care. They give back to the community too. April 26 they are having a kick-a-thon to raise money for Kosair Children's Hospital.

If you have not tried martial arts out, be sure to check Hwang's Martial Arts out.  They have Groupons or sign-up for two classes for $15.


 Check out my other reviews on B. You's B.silque class, Clayton Sallee's static trapeze class, FitMe Studio's Zumba.