Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts School in Ann Arbor
At PKSA Ann Arbor, we have dedicated ourselves to transforming lives through traditional martial arts since February 2000. Our Ann Arbor North community school offers Tang Soo Do training that balances physical discipline, self-defense techniques, and philosophical principles to foster personal growth. With over 15 years of service to Ann Arbor, we emphasize character development alongside physical fitness, instilling confidence, leadership, and community responsibility in students of all ages.Our experienced instructors create a family-friendly environment where individuals achieve excellence both on the mats and in daily life. Through initiatives like our annual Turkey Brigade, we actively contribute to local welfare while maintaining a commitment to quality instruction and student-centered growth.
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Self-Defense Training
Fitness Programs
Youth Leadership Training
Community Outreach
Online Instruction
Character Development
Traditional Tang Soo Do
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We've served the Ann Arbor community for over 15 years with traditional martial arts instruction
- Our curriculum develops discipline, leadership, and self-defense skills simultaneously
- We combine physical training with philosophical lessons for balanced personal growth
- Annual community initiatives like Turkey Brigade demonstrate our local commitment
- Experienced instructors specialize in adapting training to individual student needs
What people say
Excellent instructors
Great teachers
Caring teachers
Great program
Improved fitness
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Traditional Tang Soo Do instruction for all ages and skill levels. Our structured curriculum develops physical fitness, self-defense capabilities, and mental discipline through progressive belt programs. Classes emphasize proper technique, character development, and practical application in a supportive learning environment.
Self-Defense Training
Effective self-defense techniques integrated into martial arts instruction. Students learn situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and physical defense strategies applicable to real-world scenarios. Training builds confidence while emphasizing responsibility and de-escalation principles.
Youth Leadership Programs
Specialized programs cultivating leadership skills in children and teens. Through martial arts practice, students develop discipline, respect, and teamwork while improving focus and self-confidence. Curriculum incorporates goal-setting and community service components.
Community Outreach
Annual charitable programs supporting Ann Arbor residents. Our Turkey Brigade provides holiday meals to hundreds of families while students participate in various fundraising activities. Community service remains integral to our martial arts philosophy and student development.
Online Instruction
Remote martial arts training maintaining quality instruction during special circumstances. Live virtual sessions preserve student progress through adapted curriculum focusing on technique refinement and physical conditioning while maintaining safety protocols.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in traditional Tang Soo Do, a Korean martial art focusing on striking techniques, forms, and self-defense principles while emphasizing character development.
Do you offer family training programs?
Yes, our family-friendly environment accommodates multi-generational training with classes designed to build shared skills and strengthen family bonds through martial arts practice.
How do you incorporate community service?
Through annual initiatives like our Turkey Brigade, students participate in food drives and community events that embody our philosophy of using martial arts for positive social impact.
Are online classes available?
We provide virtual instruction maintaining proper technique development and physical conditioning when in-person training isn't possible, ensuring continuous student progress.
What age groups do you accommodate?
Our programs serve students from age 4 through adults, with age-appropriate curricula maintaining proper challenge levels and developmental focus for each group.
How do you measure student progress?
We use a structured belt system with regular testing evaluating technical proficiency, character development, and understanding of martial arts principles to track individual advancement.
