Business Details
25 Years
experience
Empowering Lives Through Martial Arts in Dothan, AL
Dothan Martial Arts Academy has been dedicated to enhancing character development and promoting healthy lifestyles through martial arts since 2001. Our family-owned academy specializes in traditional Korean martial arts, including Taekwondo and Haidong Gumdo, taught by Grandmaster H. W. Lee, a respected instructor known for his patient and transformative teaching methods. We serve students of all ages and skill levels in Southeastern Alabama, offering programs designed to improve physical fitness, mental discipline, and spiritual growth. Our mission focuses on maximizing individual potential through prestigious training that combines traditional regimens with modern fitness dynamics. With classes for youth and adults, we emphasize character development, integrity, and respect while fostering academic excellence and a healthy mind-body connection.Our team holds the highest martial arts certifications and remains committed to delivering top-quality instruction that builds self-esteem, concentration, and self-control. We serve Dothan and Enterprise communities, providing accessible programs regardless of age, gender, or athletic background. Our after-school care program extends these values through structured activities that enhance focus and discipline. Through decades of experience, we ensure every student receives personalized attention in a supportive environment. Our legacy of excellence continues to positively impact lives through the transformative power of martial arts.
Services
Little Dragons Program
Junior Taekwondo
Adult Taekwondo
Haidong Gumdo
After School Care
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in traditional Korean martial arts instruction
- Our certified instructors emphasize character development alongside physical training
- We provide age-specific programs for children starting at age 4 through adults
- Our after-school program combines martial arts with academic support
- We maintain traditional regimens while incorporating modern fitness techniques
Services
Little Dragons Program
Our Little Dragons Program (ages 4-6) develops foundational martial arts skills while fostering physical fitness and social development. Through structured lessons, children learn teamwork, courtesy, and respect in a fun environment that prepares them for academic success. The program builds coordination, balance, and self-confidence while introducing core values of discipline and perseverance.
Junior Taekwondo
Junior Taekwondo (ages 7-12) combines traditional training with modern fitness techniques to develop physical strength and mental focus. Students learn self-defense techniques while improving flexibility, coordination, and concentration. The program emphasizes character development through structured lessons that teach respect, perseverance, and goal-setting principles applicable to school and home life.
Adult Taekwondo
Adult Taekwondo (ages 13+) offers comprehensive self-defense training while providing stress relief and physical conditioning. Participants develop strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness through dynamic workouts that build self-confidence and practical self-defense skills. The program accommodates all experience levels, focusing on real-world applications and personal growth through traditional martial arts principles.
Haidong Gumdo
Haidong Gumdo teaches traditional Korean sword martial arts through precise movements that enhance balance, coordination, and mental focus. This unique discipline combines physical training with meditative aspects, developing practitioners' precision and control. No prior martial arts experience is required, as the program builds technical proficiency while cultivating patience and mental discipline through structured sword forms.
After School Care
Our After School Care Program provides structured enrichment activities for elementary to middle school students. The program includes daily martial arts classes, homework assistance, and supervised recreational activities that develop focus and discipline. Transportation from local schools and weekday programming create a safe environment that supports academic success while building physical fitness and character values.
People
Grandmaster H. W. Lee
Founder
Grandmaster H. W. Lee has dedicated his career to teaching traditional Korean martial arts since establishing Dothan Martial Arts Academy in 2001. Recognized for his patient instruction and community impact, he specializes in Taekwondo and Haidong Gumdo. His teaching philosophy combines technical excellence with character development, helping students achieve personal growth through martial arts training.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Taekwondo for all ages, Haidong Gumdo (Korean sword martial arts), and specialized programs for children aged 4-12, including our Little Dragons and Junior Taekwondo classes.
Do you provide after-school care services?
Yes, our After School Care Program includes martial arts training, homework assistance, and supervised activities for elementary to middle school students, with transportation from local schools.
Are there family discount options available?
We offer family-friendly pricing structures for multiple family members enrolled simultaneously. Contact us directly for specific details about current promotional offers.
What are your instructors' qualifications?
Our instructors hold the highest martial arts certifications and have decades of combined teaching experience. Grandmaster H. W. Lee, our founder, specializes in traditional Korean martial arts instruction.
Do you offer trial lessons for new students?
Yes, we provide free trial lessons for all our programs. This allows potential students to experience our teaching methods and facility before committing to regular classes.