Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Kaneohe, HI
Smith Taekwondo has been dedicated to martial arts excellence since 1985, founded by Grandmaster Smith, a 7th Dan black belt with decades of competitive and instructional experience. Our certified Kukkiwon school emphasizes discipline, self-control, and community through Taekwondo, Kickboxing, and tactical training. We prioritize quality instruction over quantity, offering programs for children, teens, and adults.Grandmaster Smith's leadership extends beyond the dojo, including seminars for law enforcement, military training, and free community courses. Our curriculum blends traditional martial arts principles with modern self-defense techniques, fostering confidence and lifelong friendships. With over 30 years of service in Kaneohe, we remain committed to personal growth and community enrichment through martial arts.
Services
Taekwondo
Kickboxing
Krav Maga
Muay Thai
Tactical Firearms Training
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of certified martial arts instruction by Grandmaster Smith, a 7th Dan black belt.
- Our curriculum combines traditional Taekwondo with practical self-defense and tactical training.
- We provide free community seminars and specialized programs for law enforcement and military.
- Certified Kukkiwon instructors ensure authentic, high-quality martial arts education.
- Flexible class schedules for children, teens, and adults, including competitive training options.
Associations and certifications
- World Taekwondo Federation
- Kukkiwon
Services
Taekwondo
Our Taekwondo program teaches traditional Korean martial arts techniques focusing on kicks, strikes, and forms. Classes emphasize discipline, self-defense, and physical fitness for ages 5+. Students learn the five tenets of Taekwondo while building confidence and coordination through structured belt progression.
Kickboxing
IKF-style Kickboxing combines cardio conditioning with practical self-defense techniques. Classes cater to ages 16+ with options for fitness-focused workouts or competitive training. Instruction includes Muay Thai, Krav Maga, and ground techniques taught by experienced professionals in a supportive environment.
Krav Maga
Krav Maga training focuses on real-world self-defense scenarios using practical techniques against armed and unarmed attackers. Programs emphasize situational awareness, disarms, and rapid counterattacks for civilian and professional applications. Classes integrate physical conditioning with tactical mindset development.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai instruction covers traditional Thai striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Training includes clinch work, defensive maneuvers, and conditioning drills. Programs accommodate recreational practitioners and competitive fighters seeking to refine their stand-up combat skills in a disciplined setting.
Tactical Firearms Training
Mission Bravo tactical programs teach defensive firearms handling, marksmanship, and threat response. Courses cover handgun and rifle proficiency, tactical movement, and force protection principles. Training is conducted by experts with military and law enforcement experience, emphasizing safety and real-world application.
People
Grandmaster Smith
Founder & Head Instructor
A 7th Dan black belt with 30+ years of experience, Grandmaster Smith is a former Hawaii State Champion and military anti-terrorism instructor. He has taught martial arts to thousands while providing community seminars and training to law enforcement agencies across Oahu.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We offer Taekwondo, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, and tactical firearms training programs for all skill levels.
Are there age requirements for classes?
Taekwondo classes start at age 5, while Kickboxing and tactical training require participants to be at least 16 years old.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes! We provide a free first week of classes with no obligation to join, allowing you to experience our programs risk-free.
Are there competitive opportunities?
We offer competitive training programs for tournament participants while maintaining non-competitive fitness-focused classes for recreational students.
What certifications do your instructors hold?
Our instructors are Kukkiwon-certified black belts with additional qualifications in various martial arts and tactical disciplines.
Do you offer community programs?
Yes, we provide free seminars and training sessions for local schools, hospitals, and law enforcement agencies across Oahu.
