Business Details
16 Years
experience
Martial Arts Training for All Ages in Garland, TX
Mu Do Martial Arts is a dedicated taekwondo and hapkido studio in Garland, Texas, committed to helping students of all ages achieve physical, mental, and spiritual growth through martial arts. Our professional instructors provide structured, safe, and supportive training environments, emphasizing discipline, respect, and self-improvement. With over 14 years of teaching experience, our lead instructor, Master Daniel Lee, combines traditional Korean martial arts techniques with modern pedagogy to foster confidence, strength, and character.We offer age-specific programs for children, teens, and adults, focusing on practical self-defense, fitness, and life skills. Our studio serves the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Richardson, Plano, and Rockwall, and maintains a strong reputation for excellence through competitive achievements and community engagement. The 9-week introductory program with a free uniform provides accessible entry points for new students, while our certified Kukkiwon Master ensures adherence to global taekwondo standards.
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Hapkido Training
Self-Defense Programs
Youth Martial Arts
Adult Martial Arts
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Certified Kukkiwon Master with 14+ years of Texas-based instruction
- Structured programs for children, teens, and adults with proven results
- Comprehensive self-defense techniques from expert hapkido instructors
- Family-friendly environment emphasizing respect and positive reinforcement
- 9-week trial program with no obligation or pressure
Associations and certifications
- Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Federation
- World Hapkido Federation
What people say
Amazing instructors
Positive changes in children
Super clean facility
Hooked after first lesson
Highly recommend
Services
Taekwondo Classes
Our taekwondo programs develop physical strength, discipline, and self-defense skills through traditional Korean techniques. Students learn kicking patterns, forms, and sparring in structured classes that promote character development. The curriculum benefits children, teens, and adults seeking improved fitness and confidence.
Hapkido Training
Hapkido instruction combines striking techniques with joint locks and throws for comprehensive self-defense training. Students learn to neutralize threats using controlled techniques that emphasize leverage over strength. The program develops situational awareness and practical defense strategies for real-world scenarios.
Youth Programs
Specialized classes for children focus on motor skill development, socialization, and confidence building through martial arts. Our curriculum improves focus, respect, and physical fitness while teaching age-appropriate self-defense techniques in a supportive, educational environment.
People
Master Daniel Lee
Lead Instructor
5th Dan Kukkiwon Master with 14+ years teaching experience in Texas. Specializes in taekwondo and hapkido instruction, emphasizing character development through martial arts training.
Christopher Charles
3rd Dan Black Belt
Experienced instructor focusing on advanced taekwondo techniques and competition preparation for students seeking higher belt ranks and tournament participation.
Cindy Gandara
2nd Dan Black Belt
Dedicated martial arts instructor specializing in youth programs, helping children develop discipline and confidence through structured taekwondo training sessions.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach traditional taekwondo and hapkido, focusing on both self-defense techniques and character development through Korean martial arts principles.
Is there a trial program available?
Yes! Try our 9-week $99 program with free uniform - no obligation or pressure to continue after the trial period.
What age groups do you accommodate?
We offer classes for children as young as 5, teens, and adults of all experience levels in separate, age-appropriate training sessions.
Are your instructors certified?
Our lead instructor holds Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Federation certification with multiple black belt rankings in both taekwondo and hapkido disciplines.
What self-defense techniques are taught?
Students learn practical self-defense combining taekwondo kicks with hapkido joint locks and throws to effectively neutralize threats in real-world situations.
