The Academy of Fighting Arts officially began its Lee's Summit history in 1983, with Dan Nicoll and Jeff Yeagley providing Christian Tae Kwon Do instruction. The Academy conducted its trademark “hard core” classes three days a week, and averaged 12-15 students. In 1985 the Academy moved to its first commercial location in downtown Lee's Summit. Over the years, the enrollment has grown, and the school has moved to various locations.
The business is now located in a spacious 6000 square foot facility, at 825 NW Commerce Dr. Programs have expanded to also include cardio kickboxing, daytime classes, classes for homeschool students, strictly self defense classes, and classes specifically designed for the pre-school/kindergarten aged children. While enrollment has increased, there still remains that important “tight knit” family atmosphere that sets them apart.
Other schools may pride themselves on the quantity of Black Belts
they produce, but at the Academy of Fighting Arts, it's the quality
that counts. “We train harder – it's a tradition.” This has been their motto since
1983 and that standard of excellence will not be compromised.
Seeking more information about classes? Private instruction/personal training? Martial arts birthday parties? Please email us at: tyqndo@gmail.com
Trapped in a school you're not happy with but you're paid up on a contract? Bring a copy of your contract in, and you can train for FREE at the Academy for the duration of your time. No strings attached!
T-shirt days are a great opportunity for students to have a "cool" workout wearing an ACADEMY t-shirt. These are available for purchase starting around $10 in our Pro Shop. Please see Becca behind the counter for more information.
Need a birthday idea? How about a gift certificate for a free month of class, a free private lesson, or a shopping spree for new gear, t-shirts, etc.
