Taekwondo Elite USA

37.2 mi

Excellent and safe place for individuals, families or kids. Master Ron is patient, but consistent…read moreand will make sure you are learning what you need to learn and when the time is right. I started with Tae Kwon Do, but has to switch to HapKiDo due to my work schedule. Give this place a try!

My son who is now 12 has been attending Chung's for the past 6 years and is now a junior black belt…read more(1st Dan). I took classes for about 6 months when he first started but then I changed jobs and got too busy to continue - I only made it to green belt. Master Ron and his family that run the school are friendly and honest about their expectations. Master Ron expects everybody to hold to the tenets of Tae Kwon Do: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, and Indomitable Spirit. During one of our first classes, Master Ron had to discipline my son for goofing off during class. He did raise his voice and got right in my son's face about it. Later, during the same class when my son got something right, Master Ron put his arm around him and told him that he was now doing a good job. He is just as quick to praise good behavior, as he is to discipline for bad. Which is exactly what our son needed at the time. If you (or your child) cannot handle honest criticism and hard work to become a better person and athlete, then maybe Chung's is not for you. Chung's Tae Kwon Do Institute has expanded and moved several times over the years (we started attending class at Master Ron's house in his basement), but in their latest location they do have a CCTV system set up for parents to watch class from the waiting room/reception area. Master Ron has always allowed parents to observe classes whenever they choose since we started there. The Dojang (school) is always clean and orderly, and students are required to keep their Dobok (uniform) clean and wear it correctly (not sloppy, belt tied correctly, etc.) Master Ron makes sure all the sparring gear and other equipment is in good repair and sanitized after each use. Granted, this is the only Dojang my son and I have attended, but considering that when we started Master Ron only had a handful of students meeting in his basement and now he has multiple classes every night of the week, each one filling the Dojang, I think he must be doing something right.

Our Grandmaster, GrandMaster Sang Chel Chung from ChungsTKD in Chicago, IL.

Chung's Tae Kwon Do in Palmer, AK offering the finest in martial arts instruction.

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Champ Martial Arts

2.5

2.0 mi

This is 100% a covid era review and your results may differ. I signed a 6 month contract at a…read morediscounted rate after seeing the champs crew at a local event. I was led to believe their south location would reopen around September 21 and I aligned my contract start date to that timeline. It's now January 22 and the south location is still not open, reportedly due to staff shortages. I find this slightly surprising as the staff seems to be mostly adolescent champs students or family members. This necessitates a much longer, and frequently with Alaska road conditions unsafe, drive. Based on inexperience my child was placed in the toddler group, although they are older. After a month the instructors began to tell my child they could move up into the little dragons group! (If I would sign a non-discounted contract for another year, and buy another slightly different $50 uniform) I've declined to date, in spite of the guilt trips after every class from my child, but would consider renewing if the south location is reopened. More likely we'll move to a different school with more of a focus on the martial art. Positives: my kid enjoys the classes, relatively convenient class times Downsides: location (for us), emphasis on inflexible contracts, no indoor sitting area for toddler/little dragon parents, expensive uniforms, guilt marketing that weaponizes your child

Be careful when signing your contract. It is for 12 months with no cancellation for lessons. We…read morewere going to have our son in after school program but found other care. We were able to cancel that contract. Our son started at Champ but due to work schedules changing we needed to cancel. We were obligated to pay off the remainder of it. Big waste of money for us. Don't sign unless you know it fits in your schedule and your child is able to attend.

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Ak Family Taekwondo

(3 reviews)

15.0 mi

my child has been going here for several years. this place has helped her improve herself so much…read more she has also met some of her closest friends here. the evening classes, day camps, and after school programs have all been such enjoyable experiences for my kid. parents, if your kid is looking for a place to do martial arts, SEND THEM HERE. the instructors/masters/teachers are all amazing.

We originally were looking for a taekwondo school for our daughter who is seven. It's such an…read moreamazing family atmosphere that I ended up signing up as well. They cater to all ages and anyone at any level can benefit from the school. They really treat you like a family and I love the core values that they teach. Our daughter is learning to be respectful to her parents, to herself, and to her belongings. We have such a great time in class and it's a fantastic work out. Her confidence is building by the day. I highly recommend AK family Taekwondo, Master Lee and Master Seo are such kind and patient instructors. We look forward to every class!

We can do it, you can do it~~~

Whole family enjoyed Taekwondo!!!

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Families everything~~~

Jay's Taekwondo

(2 reviews)

15.6 mi

40 years in business! Come train with us! all ages from toddler to adult. We are not a daycare…read moreprogram like many others. We care and train each individual to the best they can be. look no further for some of the best training in the world. 696-0944/376-7433

Best TaeKwonDo Instruction I have seen for children. Very polite, friendly caring. They instill…read morediscipline with love :)

Greatland Martial Arts

(1 review)

0.0 mi

Two of my son's take Taekwondo lessons at Greatland. The instructors are wonderful. They are very…read moreattentive to the needs of the students, and are very effective at teaching them the skills and techniques they need to succeed. In addition to Taekwondo, they offer Judo, Jiu Jitsu, and Hapkido. All of their instructors are black belts, certified coaches and referees.

Westchester Lagoon

4.7

(13 reviews)

2.9 mi

I probably spend more time at this park year round than any other park in Anchorage proper. It is…read moreconveniently connected to multiple trails and easy to access on foot from most of West Anch, Spenard, Northstar/Valley of the Moon, Midtown, and Downtown. If you've got a bike, you can connect from even further out very easily. As such, the Lagoon looks a lot like a Gilmore Girls community and is popular with people year round. There are frequently small sponsored events going on- the coolest of which involves ice skating in the winter. I personally love this park because it's a great place to bird watch. It's a fragile breeding ground for aquatic birds (take note dog owners - IT IS NOT OK TO LET YOUR DOGS OFF LEASH HERE OR LET THEM SWIM!) Red Neck Grebes are one if the more unusual arctic birds that breed here. The arctic terns also put on quite a show. Various loons and cranes also make an appearance, as well as some unique ducks. There's also an awesome playground and snack bar for the kiddies. A few years ago they also installed a bike counter that tracks the thousands that use the Tony Knowles at various intervals - it's fun to watch the numbers climb as the season goes on. There's also a free bike maintenance station here. Definitely a great location for lots and tourists alike, but parking is a problem, so carpool or better yet, use the trails!

This is a park which also goes by the name also known as Margaret Eagan Sullivan Park, is home to a…read moreman-made water fowl sanctuary, a lake, a disc golf course and a playground. They have private parking lots for you to park free of charge. It is located near downtown and is a welcomed break from the hustle and bustle of the city. It conveniently lies at the intersection of two of Anchorage's most popular trails, the Tony Knowles and Chester Creek trails. There were many runners traveling through while I was there, going through the two little tunnels that run under the road. You will find benches and picnic tables here to sit around the lake. This is home to lots, I mean lots, lots of waterfowl. They seemed aggressive, so I kept my distance. The disc golf course was nice but was covered in snow and mud. The lake is nice and during the winter is converted to an ice hockey/skating rink. My only complaint is that the park could be a little cleaner, even though part is that could be due to me visiting off-season. There were some maintenance guys there do some other stuff. The park is touted as a great place to bird watch in the spring and you can see other animals such as moose, beaver in the early morning or late evening, muskrats, foxes, otters, and minks, year-round, but it is rare. I did not see any of them. This nature park has a calming kind of peace to it, even though you hear the hum of cars on the nearby road. Just sitting on the bench looking out to the lake was so very soothing. If your schedule permits, I highly recommend visiting this place to just relax and recharge.

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Rabbit Lake Trail

(5 reviews)

10.2 mi

One of the best trails I did in Alaska!!!! it's not that long and on relatively flat ground…read more Changing scenery along the way and you are rewarded with an absolutely gorgeous Alpine Lake at the end.

Beautiful trail any time of year. The parking area and street can packed, so be prepared to hike to…read morethe start of the trailhead depending on the time of day and day of the week. In the past I've only hit this trail to go to peak two for skiing, but recently went to Rabbit Lake on the most perfect day possible. Got great photos of the Suicides, waded in the lake, and wallowed on the grass. One regret is that I didn't get a pano shot. I'm like queen of the panos, what the heck? There were a few people tenting it, making it a perfect amateur backpacking adventure. Will come again and may pack a picnic.

Unless you really know what you're doing, don't go past the gate in the winter or this could be you!

9/26/21

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9/26/21

Chugach Guides Alaska

3.1 mi

Super Late on this review but finally got to it. We were in Alaska last year for my sister's T4K…read moreRide (http://www.texas4000.org). After she was done we wanted to explore Anchorage a little. After reading about Chugach guides we booked a hike with them. My parents never go hiking or trekking, neither does my wife!!! For them to enjoy this, was a big deal. Sudevi was on time and super cheerful. She is very knowledgable and kept the hike easy for most of the way keeping in mind that my sister just biked 4500 miles from Austin 2 days before. My mom is a botanist so she got to explore her flowers and plants, I like mountains so we got some nice shots. I would highly recommend Sudevi and her company. She was equipped with water and snacks, what else can you ask for.

I signed up for a day long hike and had the best hike of my life! Luke was our guide. He was…read moreenjoyable to be with and offered education along the way, as well as keeping the conversation going between us. He hiked us up to hidden lake, and then gave us the option to climb to the summit of The Ramp for the most breathtaking view. As a novice hiker, it was certainly a challenge, but the views at the top were spectacular. All in all, 13 miles round trip. Hiking poles, snacks and water were provided. Those poles saved my knees on the way back! I highly recommend this company. I felt I received great value.

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