Robinson Tae Kwon Do Academy

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I started reviewing TKD academies over a year ago when my son was having behavioral problems at school. I knew that martial arts programs were helpful in instilling discipline as well as self-respect. I was impressed when Mr. Robinson encouraged me to review other schools before committing to his program; I thought it displayed a healthy amount of confidence in what he has to offer. I now appreciate why. more

A few years ago a friend told me he was going to start taking TaeKwonDo at The Factory in Franklin and I told him I had always wanted to do martial arts. When I was about 6 years old I watched Kung Fu on tv and I wanted to be Grasshopper and learn from a wise master. I know that may sound a bit silly, but I do know that having the right teacher makes all the difference between success and failure, and the difference between a postive and negative experience. more

I recently noticed that my unfortunate negative review was taken off this website along with several others, and the only ones left were 5 star reviews. I am very fishy about this website now and will continue to now not trust this business. Wow, this takes nerve. This instructor used to be wonderful. Then as time passes you realize that as he talks himself and his academy up, everyone else that does not agree with EVERYTHING regarding life/taekwondo or any health things he believes in, then they are wrong and uneducated fools. Be careful, he will talk behind your back. If you pull your child out, you are an unwise fool and you have no idea how to parent your child. He knows best, so he says. Be careful what you sign up for, things change often along with the costs. PLEASE check into his instructors. They are wonderful people, but how much training have they had, just ask. He has stated to us that they are all background checked but is this true? Does he really require first aid for all his instructors? Ask to see all their first aid cards. An instructor cannot deceive you if you ask the proper questions. Make certain your child is getting the proper teachings. Telling children that football, soccer and other sports are bad and unhealthy is not the instructors responsibility but the parents to make those decisions for them. Adults, if you enter into this program, prepare for frequent changes of the program. If you are looking for traditional taekwondo, this is not the program for you. more

I have been very impressed. My son has taken TKD for close on two years. It's help build confidence and self discipline... And let's face it, every little boy (young or old) will find martial arts COOL! The owner has children of his own, which I felt help him understand and cater to my own. (In fact, all the instructors have been very good and popular with the children). Robinson is an ex nurse, so I know my kid's body will be looked after. There is a high level of good sportsmanship expected - I'm thrilled with all my son is learning there both physically and academically. I should point out that girls and adults take classes too. I felt I had to write something after reading the other review, which actually made me laugh out loud - I could not disagree more. Pros: Excellent way to help teach your kids about honor Cons: Gets expensive more