Welcome to Hoovers Martial Arts!

Training as an Adult at Hoovers Martial Arts is a rewarding and often life-changing experience. We have a large adult student body with highly diverse goals, skills and backgrounds. Regardless of why you are considering training at Hoovers Martial Arts, the instruction you receive will challenge you at every step along your path.
We have a very rare community of talented individuals here committed to developing your abilities and helping you reach your goals. We achieve a high level of skill through safe, positive and effective methods. Your fellow students will support and encourage you as much as your instructors. Of course, we'll expect the same from you!
We are all students here and there is always more to learn!

About the Program

What is the Age group for Adults?
14 years old and up.

When are classes held?
We offer classes at various times throughout the week. You select the classes that work best for your schedule.
Check the Schedule for current days and times.

What if I have to miss a class?
We understand that your family schedule is busy and often unpredictable. We also recognize that consistency is key to success. Our schedule is designed to offer ample opportunities to attend or make up a class.
You are always welcome at any class for your Belt rank!

What will I learn?
The obvious answer would be that we study the Songahm style of Traditional Taekwondo. More on Taekwondo later... but perhaps the more correct answer is that you will be studying the physical and mental potential you possess within yourself. Many come for the rigorous workouts and enhanced flexibility. Many come for the various aspects of Martial Arts; traditional skills and techniques, sparring, weapons training, self defense or competition. Your path is your own and your interests and focus will likely change as you develop. Know that we are here to help you explore your abilities and pursue your potential, wherever that may take you.

What is Traditional Taekwondo?
'Martial Arts' is certainly a vague term when describing the multitude of styles and disciplines that exist. Even within the Martial arts community, the term 'Taekwondo' doesn't exactly clarify a great deal more. Loosely translated, Taekwondo means "The way of hand and foot". At a basic level, it is a versatile system of blocking techniques, strikes and powerful kicks. We train in Songahm Taekwondo, a Traditional Taekwondo discipline created by ATA founder, Eternal Grand Master H. U. Lee. The Songahm style incorporates a system of development where you can set goals, develop and master your technique and employ the values that are inherent within the art; discipline, control, focus, balance, speed and power.

Who will be teaching me?
Chief Master Hoover is an 8th Degree Black with 40 years experience in Martial Arts. He is a practicing Martial Artist and a hands-on instructor. He personally trains every instructor on his staff through an intensive 3 year program. Our Instructors are nationally certified in Martial Arts, class management and positive, effective teaching methods.
There are currently 15 Certified Instructors and 13 Instructor Trainees teaching and/or training at Hoovers Martial Arts Academy.

How physically fit do I need to be?
If you are able to do your best, then you are ready! If you're thinking to yourself that you would like to be in better shape, then you've just described every student and instructor at Hoovers Martial Arts. Let's face it, this is challenging work we're doing here. It never stops being challenging. I guarantee that you possess more ability than you realize.

When can I begin?
You can begin today! Every class we teach is designed to accept new students.
The first step is to call the Center and schedule an introduction. Ask for Mr. B!