American Tiger Martial Arts Academy

American Tiger Martial Arts Academy is a martial arts school in Myrtle Beach, SC, located on Gateway Road. It serves students of all ages and skill levels, offering instruction in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Kickboxing. The curriculum blends traditional techniques with practical self-defense methods for real-world situations. The academy describes itself as award-winning and nationally recognized, providing training in a professional and supportive environment.

The school offers specialized programs for children, teens, and adults. The Kids Class is designed for beginners, starting at age five, with an emphasis on goal-setting, hard work, and positive reinforcement to help children stay safe and avoid confrontational situations. For advanced students aiming for a black belt, the Black Belt Club provides advanced self-defense techniques, exposure to various martial arts disciplines, weapons training, and grappling. The teen programs focus on building confidence, discipline, and physical fitness while teaching essential self-defense skills, fostering leadership qualities and teamwork. Adult Taekwondo programs cater to students from beginners to advanced practitioners, focusing on physical fitness, self-defense, and mental discipline. A distinctive feature of the academy is its inclusion-based approach, which pairs students with special needs alongside more advanced peers to foster language skills and social relationships. Instructors are highly trained and experienced, specializing in teaching children in an age-appropriate manner. The school emphasizes life skills such as discipline, focus, respect, and teamwork alongside physical techniques. Free trial classes are available for prospective students to experience the training, and private one-on-one training is offered for those seeking to accelerate progress or work on specific techniques.

The academy is situated on Gateway Road in Myrtle Beach. It holds a reputation for providing a community where students can grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. The school focuses on empowering individuals through martial arts training, helping them build confidence, improve fitness, and master self-defense.

Services:

• Adult Programs
• Kids Programs
• Teen Programs