In the wild and wonderful world of New Hampshire, a land of endless forests, majestic mountains, shimmering lakes, and frosty winters, a group of extraordinary kids known as the "Taekwondo Tornadoes" train in the ancient martial art of Taekwondo. These kids are as diverse as New Hampshire's seasons, each one unique, yet united by their shared passion. The leader of this karate-chopping, high-kicking crew is none other than Tommy 'Twister' Thompson. With a mop of curly hair as wild as the White Mountain National Forest and a spirit as fiery as the sunsets over Lake Winnipesaukee, Twister is as New Hampshire as maple syrup and moose sightings. He can split a stack of boards as easily as splitting logs for a winter fire. He's so quick on his feet, he could outrun a racing chipmunk on Mt. Washington. And when he belts out a 'Kihap!' (that's a Taekwondo yell), even the Old Man of the Mountain would have clapped his rocky hands in approval... if he still had hands, of course. Yet, the Taekwondo Tornadoes aren't just about flying fists and twirling kicks. Oh no, these Granite State kids know that Taekwondo is about discipline, respect, and helping others. They shovel snow for elderly neighbors, they pick up litter in the forests, and they even host an annual pancake flip-off to raise money for local charities. So, if you ever find yourself in New Hampshire, listen for the sound of a 'Kihap!' echoing through the trees. It just might be the Taekwondo Tornadoes, showing that the spirit of New Hampshire is not just in the landscape, but in the hearts of its kids too.

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best taekwondo programs in Dover, NH

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
4.5(4 reviews)
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At Seacoast Warriors, we are passionate about helping families learn to protect themselves and their loved ones. Located in Dover, New Hampshire, our martial arts school offers self-defense and martial arts training for the whole family, including kids, teens, and adults. We integrate a variety of traditional and modern disciplines, with a focus on real-world self-defense techniques to keep families safe both in the playground and on the street. Seacoast Warriors is committed to helping individuals and families develop the confidence, physical and mental strength, and indomitable spirit that comes with self-defense and martial arts training. We strive to provide a safe and realistic environment to support our students’ growth and development. Whether you’re a child, teen, or adult, we provide the resources and support for all family members to learn how to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Dover, NH 03820
5(1 review)
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Seacoast Warriors, located in Dover, New Hampshire, is dedicated to providing martial arts training for the whole family. Our programs include a variety of traditional and modern martial arts disciplines, all focused on providing real-world self-defense techniques for our students. We strive to teach our students skills and habits that will help make them confident and safe, no matter where they are. Our classes are designed to foster discipline, respect, and self-assurance while giving students the mental and physical strength to stay safe in any situation. With Seacoast Warriors, families can feel confident they are giving their loved ones the tools they need to stay safe.

Dover, NH 03820
3.6(2 reviews)
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At Rising Phoenix Martial Arts we believe that martial arts can be a great way to learn self-discipline, self-confidence, respect, and mindfulness. We strive to create a drama free learning environment and ensure respect is a two-way street. Our instructors work hard to ensure students are not bullied or pressured into anything. We believe that anyone can learn martial arts, as long as they have the desire and are willing to work hard. Our martial arts program is based on the art of Shaolin Kenpo Karate. This art form combines concepts from hard-styles of Okinawan Karate and Chinese wushu. It focuses on striking, kicking, grappling, and felling. Our classes are designed to help every student improve their physical and mental well-being, as well as their self-defense skills. We also strive to help each student develop a sense of respect for their peers and instructors.

Dover, NH 03820
4(3 reviews)