Many adults watch their kids train and think, "I wish I could do that." The good news: you can. Martial arts is one of the best activities an adult can start, at any age or fitness level.
A complete workout
A Taekwondo class combines cardio, strength, flexibility and coordination in one session. Instead of counting reps on a machine, you are learning skills, so the hour flies by.
Real stress relief
Hitting a kicking pad after a long day is one of the most satisfying ways to release tension. The focus training requires also pulls your mind away from work and screens.
Practical self-defense
Adults learn awareness, escapes and effective strikes. More importantly, they learn to stay calm under pressure.
Mental sharpness
Learning new patterns and combinations challenges memory and coordination. Many adult students say it feels like exercise for the brain as well as the body.
Goals outside of work
Earning a belt gives adults something meaningful to work toward that has nothing to do with deadlines or bills.
A supportive community
Adult classes are full of people from every background. You will train with beginners and experienced students who are all there to improve, not to judge.
"But I'm not flexible"
You do not need to be. Flexibility, strength and stamina improve with training. Instructors modify techniques so every student can train safely at their own pace.
Getting started
TS Taekwondo's Teen & Adult program in Beaverton welcomes complete beginners. Book a free class, wear comfortable clothes and come see how good it feels to train.