Hilliard Taekwondo Academy

09/19/2026

Price vs Value

Is the cheapest price always the best option?

For some families, yes.

If you only have a set number of dollars to spend on something, then price is likely going to be THE most important metric in your decision.

Most families, though, have a certain amount of discretionary income after taking care of all the expenses. They DO want the best price they can get, but they CAN afford to pay more if they feel it will give them the best value.

The cheapest shoes may not last very long, and replacing them (or the cost of repairing) frequently may end up costing more in the long run than the purchase price of the more expensive shoes would have been.

The same with a car (the cheapest car may mean more expensive repairs in the long run), a home (the cheapest house may require more expenditures for repairs and replacement items over time), and even the activities you enroll your kids in.

Whether it's dance or gymnastics or music lessons or even martial arts, the super cheap introductory price may seem like the best deal (and it MAY actually be), but the true long term costs may end up being higher than the option with the higher initial price.

And what is it you want from that activity?
Will the cheapest "get you in the door" option help you and your child achieve those lifelong skill, behavior management, confidence building, and character development goals you have for them and that will guide them to achieve more success at home, at school, in friendships and on the job?

What you pay up front and what you end up paying long term; What you want for your child up front and what you get long term;
What you pay up front is the price, what you actually get long term is the true value.

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We value:
Every student
Every class
Every day

09/19/2026

"easy & fun"
vs
the success that comes with hard work & effort.

Should we, or our kids, stick with activities that are never fun, don't teach good skills, don't develop positive character, are run by people who are not good role models?

We, at Hilliard Taekwondo Academy, would say absolutely not.

Whether it's gymnastics, music lessons, soccer, softball, football, dance, or even taekwondo, it is normal to get bored from time to time, to not want to put down the video game controller, to get up off the comfy couch, to put off playing with friends until later.

So, we would ask:

✅if a program is good for your or your child;

✅if it helps you or your child work toward goals you want to achieve;

✅if it does a great job of teaching important skills;

✅if it is led by great role models you trust;

✅your kids have fun & are learning while they are there;

✅if it is building the positive character traits you want in your family;

✅if it increases the odds that your child will be able to stay resilient in the face of challenges;

✅if it improves the chances for success at home, at school, in friendships, on the job ...
.. why would anyone choose "quitting when it's not always easy & fun" over the investment into the long term confidence & success your child will learn to achieve through their own hard work & effort?
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Every day.
Every class.
Every student.

09/18/2026

What's happening in October at Hilliard Taekwondo Academy?!

09/18/2026

As if national tournaments aren't amazing enough!!!

The September national tournament will be even amazing-er with the addition of CHAMPION ACADEMY!

Before, between and after your competitions, you can learn from our amazing 8th & 9th Degree Grand Masters!

Get signed up NOW!

🥋About Champion Academy🥋

🙂 Throughout National Tournament weekend, our 8th and 9th Degree Grandmasters will lead a series of exclusive 30-minute-Masterclasses coveringeverything from tournament forms and sparring to Krav Maga, Jiu Jitsu, weapons, board breaking, and more.

Whether you want to sharpen your skills before competition, experience a completely different side of martial arts, or simply have some fun with instructors you don’t normally get the opportunity to train with, there’s a Masterclass for you! 🙂

More Information: https://taekwondoamerica.org/championacademy/

09/13/2026

How Martial Arts Builds Character!

It's more than just a sport or "kids' activity" or physical skills.

⭐️At Hilliard Taekwondo Academy we say what we mean & we mean what we say
This can be a "surprise" to kids who may be used to being told a list of rules, hearing repeated warnings, being told "I'm counting to 3" but for whom the "promised" consequences are rarely applied.

⭐️We follow the same rules we expect our students to follow.
We use the same respectful words, tone & behaviors with each other and with students that we expect them to use with each other, with us, and at school & home.

⭐️Expectations are clear, and consequences are applied calmly, immediately & consistently.

⭐️We have high achievable standards and praise effort, improvement & positive behaviors rather than focusing on star performers who have natural ability.

⭐️Integrity matters because trust & respect can be lost in a moment, but are difficult to earn back.

⭐️Working toward mastering physical skills IS important.
⭐️Developing positive character while improving those skills is even MORE so.

HilliardTKD.com

Every day.
Every class.
Every student.

09/12/2026

The Benefits of Martial Arts for Teens

1) courtesy & respect are the foundation of martial arts

2) bullying, teasing, hazing are not permitted

3) effort & improvement are praised and count for more than natural ability

4) introverts & extroverts feel comfortable because it's an individual sport where they work out together in a welcoming team environment

5) we help them develop physically, mentally & emotionally

6) courtesy, respect & self-control improve

7) they develop leadership, team building & creative problem solving skills

8) they learn the importance of integrity & accountability

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Every day.
Every class.
Every student.

09/12/2026

8 Benefits of Martial Arts Training for Adults

1) the variety of activities in every class keeps it from being boring

2) even adults benefit from working out with peers & making friends because you all inspire each other to become the best versions of yourselves

3) fun & challenging workouts reduce stress & increase endorphins

4) learning new skills keeps your brain active

5) cardio & flexibility improves

6) muscle tone increase

7) self-defense skills help you feel safer

8) the confidence you gain helps improve success in relationships & in the workplace

HilliardTKD.com

Every day.
Every class.
Every student.

09/12/2026

10 Benefits of Martial Arts for Kids

1) they train with a team of friends but their progress & success is entirely individual

2) no one sits on the bench; every student participates in all the activities in every class

3) effort & improvement are recognized more than natural ability

4) confidence builds with each new skill

5) energetic classes help reduce stress

6) it's a year 'round indoor sport, so a climate controlled environment and no wasted time getting back up to speed each season

7) strength & self-defense skills continuously build

8) respectful behavior, focus & self-control continue to improve

9) leadership, team building & creative problem solving skills increase

10) self-discipline increases the odds of success at home, at school, in friendships & in their career

HilliardTKD.com

Every day.
Every class.
Every student.

09/11/2026

High rank testing prep workout
Sundays Sept 13th & 20th
Noon - 2 pm
at HTA

If you are a Taekwondo America Black Belt, whether you are planning to test this month in Dallas or in January in Cincinnati or just want a great workout & to help the testers prepare, this is a great opportunity to get feedback.

Casual clothes
Sparring gear
Water bottle.

Ms. Thompson has new sparring skills drills. 🥳

09/10/2026

Accountability

A challenging lesson for kids (and even we adults) to learn.

It's so much easier to look for someone else or some past situation to blame, but for kids to grow into respected & trusted individuals at home, at school, in friendships & on the job we need to help them learn to focus on & take responsibility for their words & actions.

HilliardTKD.com

Every day.
Every class.
Every student.