Our Story

In 1990, Sykesville Tae Kwon Do Academy opened, providing quality Martial Arts instruction to the Sykesville Maryland area. Tae Kwon Do Academy served the Sykesville area for 29 years. During its service, a small tight-knit community was forged. We lovingly called this community our “Tae Kwon Do Family”.

With a heavy heart, Sykesville Tae Kwon Do Academy made the difficult decision to close its doors in August of 2018. This left a tremendous void in the Sykesville area. The bonds forged in our Tae Kwon Do Family were strong and deep-rooted. The experienced instructor team was highly motivated to find a way to keep the family together.  This is where the name and concept for our school was born.

Sykesville Family Tae Kwon Do was established in October 2018. Under our Chief Instructor, Mr. Tae Huor, our experienced and certified instructor team carry on the traditions and teachings in the Korean Martial Art, and sport, of Tae Kwon Do. Our incorporation of traditional martial arts teachings with modern applications provides a world-class curriculum for all ages of the family.

We look forward to serving Carroll County for several more decades and hope you choose to train as part of our Tae Kwon Do Family!

Experience our Program for 4 Weeks Free

We’re so confident our program will meet your needs, that we’re inviting you to try us out for 4 weeks free. Come experience the SFTKD difference.

    Our Family

    Mr. Tae

    Chief Instructor | Co-Owner

    Mr. Tim

    Program Dir | Co-Owner

    Ms. Hanna

    Senior Instructor

    What our Family Members are Saying

    This team is super friendly. Their love for this art, martial arts, is very apparent. We are only in our free four week trial classes so far but,... read more my son looks forward to going everyday; Mama loves that. . .and the fact that he is accepting the bath or shower rule afterward is a win as well. Thanks Sykesville Family Tae Kwon do.

    Kathryn Nordvedt Avatar Kathryn Nordvedt

    Our child has quickly gotten bored with most extracurriculars but SFTKD has found a way to build up his confidence and keep his interest in both team and solo activities.... read more The classes are catered purely to specific age ranges of kids and he’s being taught at a rate he can handle. We’re thrilled with the instructors and plan to keep coming here for years.

    Brian Habecker Avatar Brian Habecker

    Our child has quickly gotten bored with most extracurriculars but SFTKD has found a way to build up his confidence and keep his interest in both team and solo activities.... read more The classes are catered purely to specific age ranges of kids and he’s being taught at a rate he can handle. We’re thrilled with the instructors and plan to keep coming here for years.

    Brian Habecker Avatar Brian Habecker

    After 8 months at SFTKD, I can say my 6 year old son is gaining an invaluable experience in confidence, character, and community. Confidence in his physiological awareness, aka mind-body... read more connection, that sets him up for a lifetime of taking good care of himself and others. Character in developing perseverance, consistency, and the ability to learn from failure. Community in the incredible environment created by the owners and staff that expertly bridges preparation for the skills and practice of Taekwondo with kid centered teaching methodology. He loves coming here and we love bringing him.

    Emily Gibbs Avatar Emily Gibbs

    After 8 months at SFTKD, I can say my 6 year old son is gaining an invaluable experience in confidence, character, and community. Confidence in his physiological awareness, aka mind-body... read more connection, that sets him up for a lifetime of taking good care of himself and others. Character in developing perseverance, consistency, and the ability to learn from failure. Community in the incredible environment created by the owners and staff that expertly bridges preparation for the skills and practice of Taekwondo with kid centered teaching methodology. He loves coming here and we love bringing him.

    Emily Gibbs Avatar Emily Gibbs

    Wonderful place, very enthusiastic instructors, great for kids, teaching is fantastic, recommended to family and friends!

    Mike Federman Avatar Mike Federman