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Your Premier Taekwondo School in Idaho Falls
At Elemental Martial Arts, we have dedicated ourselves to cultivating excellence in martial arts instruction since our founding. Our curriculum centers on World Taekwondo aligned with Kukkiwon standards, complemented by specialized programs in Kummooyeh, boxing, grappling, and Hapkido. With over 15 years of experience in developing comprehensive training systems, our team of certified instructors brings decades of combined expertise in competitive martial arts, self-defense, and youth development. We offer structured programs for all ages, from Tiny Tigers for children aged 4-7 to advanced Black Belt classes and public self-defense workshops.Our instructors hold prestigious certifications including Kukkiwon Dan ranks and World Kummooyeh Federation accreditation, ensuring the highest standards of technical proficiency. We emphasize personalized growth through small class sizes, competitive training opportunities, and specialized women's self-defense courses. Our facility supports open gym sessions for additional practice and maintains rigorous safety protocols across all programs. Through national competition success and community outreach initiatives, we strive to make martial arts accessible and transformative for every student.
Services
Taekwondo
Kummooyeh
Boxing
Hapkido
Grappling
Highlights and features
- Our instructors hold Kukkiwon-certified black belt ranks up to 6th Dan
- Specialized programs for children, teens, and adults with small class sizes
- National competition success in Poomsae and sparring divisions
- Certified public accountant managing transparent business operations
- Combines traditional martial arts with modern self-defense techniques
Associations and certifications
- Kukkiwon
- World Kummooyeh Federation
What people say
Experienced instructors
Family-friendly environment
Effective self-defense
Structured progression
Competition success
Services
Taekwondo
Our World Taekwondo program follows Kukkiwon standards with structured belt progression. Students develop discipline through forms, sparring, and self-defense techniques. Classes emphasize physical fitness, mental focus, and traditional martial arts values.
Kummooyeh
Traditional Korean sword and archery instruction under World Kummooyeh Federation guidelines. Advanced students learn weapon handling, forms, and defense against armed opponents. Requires black belt eligibility for full weapon access.
Boxing
Fundamental boxing techniques including footwork, punches, and defensive maneuvers. Certified instructors teach proper form and safety protocols. Combines with martial arts training for comprehensive combat skills development.
Hapkido
Practical self-defense system incorporating joint locks, throws, and strikes. Public classes focus on real-world scenarios and situational awareness. Taught by instructors with specialized women's self-defense certification.
Grappling
Ground combat techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling disciplines. Students learn control positions, escapes, and submission holds. Emphasizes safety and progressive skill development for all experience levels.
People
Master Brett Starks
6th Dan Master Instructor / School Owner
6th Dan World Taekwondo expert with 20+ years experience. Kukkiwon-certified instructor and 15-year school founder. Trained nationally in multiple martial arts disciplines.
Christy Starks
3rd Dan Office Manager / School Owner
Certified Public Accountant managing business operations. 3rd Dan Kukkiwon instructor with 9 years teaching experience. Leads family classes and administrative functions.
Marci Buffett
3rd Dan Senior Instructor
Kukkiwon-certified 2nd Dan instructor. Specializes in children's programs and women's self-defense courses. 6 years teaching experience with competition judging background.
Sara Buffett
3rd Dan Instructor
2nd Dan Kukkiwon-certified instructor. National Poomsae competition medalist. Teaches across all age groups with focus on technical precision and student development.
Jeff Webb
1st Dan Instructor
12-year martial arts veteran with Jiu-Jitsu and boxing cross-training. Shelley location co-founder. Focuses on practical application and student progression systems.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We primarily teach World Taekwondo (Kukkiwon standards), Kummooyeh (Korean sword/archery), boxing, Hapkido, and grappling techniques.
Are there family classes available?
Yes, we offer combined family classes and have instructors who specialize in teaching multiple generations together.
Do you offer self-defense training for women?
We provide specialized women's self-defense courses taught by certified instructors with practical scenario training.
What age groups do you accommodate?
Our programs serve children aged 4+, teens, and adults through dedicated Tiny Tigers, Kids, and Adult classes.
Are there competition opportunities?
Yes, we prepare students for national competitions with multiple instructors having placed in Poomsae and sparring divisions.
Do you offer trial classes?
We provide free trial classes through our student dashboard for new students to experience our programs.
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