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What is U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy in La Vergne?
U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy is a martial arts in La Vergne, Tennessee. It is located at 1117 Stones River Ct, La Vergne, TN 37086. This page lists its address, phone number, hours and website, plus visitor information, verified by Only in Murfreesboro. Contact the organization directly to confirm hours or anything that may have changed.
About U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy and its services
U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy is a locally owned Korean martial arts and self-defense school located at 1117 Stones River Court in La Vergne, Tennessee, serving children, teens, and adults across Rutherford County. Established in La Vergne in 2006 and led by Master John Oakley and Master Tammy Sands, who were honored as City of La Vergne Citizens of the Year for their youth mentorship and community service, the academy has trained thousands of local students. The curriculum integrates traditional Korean Tae Kwon Do, which develops kicking and punching technique, speed, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness, with Hapkido, a defensive martial art focused on joint locks, leverage, balance, and redirecting an opponent's force. Classes emphasize the five core tenets of Tae Kwon Do: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit. Afternoon and evening training sessions run Monday through Friday at the Stones River Court dojang near Murfreesboro Road. Explore more local businesses and activities in our La Vergne, TN Community Guide.
What to know before you go
- Owned and instructed by Master John Oakley and Master Tammy Sands, recipients of the City of La Vergne Citizens of the Year award
- Operating in La Vergne since 2006 at 1117 Stones River Court off Murfreesboro Road
- Combines traditional Korean Tae Kwon Do striking and forms with Hapkido joint-lock and leverage-based self-defense
- Offers youth, teen, and family martial arts programs focused on character development, discipline, and self-confidence
Frequently asked questions
Where is U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy located?
U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy is located at 1117 Stones River Court, La Vergne, TN 37086. The academy phone number is (615) 213-8532.
Who are the instructors at U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy?
The school is led by Master John Oakley and Master Tammy Sands, who have taught martial arts in La Vergne since 2006 and were named City of La Vergne Citizens of the Year.
What martial arts styles are taught at the academy?
Students train in both traditional Korean Tae Kwon Do, which focuses on kicking, punching, and physical conditioning, and Hapkido, which teaches joint locks, coordination, and practical self-defense.
What are the hours at U.S. Tae Kwon Do & Hapkido Academy?
The academy is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 PM to 7:30 PM, with afternoon and evening class times grouped by age and belt rank.