KTA
Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest
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Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest
Welcome to Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest – the best spot for Taekwondo in Indianapolis! We have provided Taekwondo to Indianapolis for over 30 years, continuously growing and evolving. We have always prided ourselves on building a strong, supportive environment for kids and families to train at. Our classes are kept fun and energetic for students of all ages and skill levels. Students can learn competitive Taekwondo or focus on self-defense training and improve their focus, discipline, humility, courtesy, and respect. If you’re looking for a Taekwondo academy to help you on and off the mat, look no further than Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest!
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About Our School
The experience level at Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest is second to none. Grand Master Donald Cottee, 8th Dan Black Belt. Grandmaster Donald uses his vast experience and a productive approach to Taekwondo to make classes enjoyable and productive. Students are kept motivated while they are instilled with discipline through hard work. We strive to help them build up their confidence – and this isn’t just in Taekwondo. Our younger students are encouraged to grow in all aspects, including academically as well as promoting good behavior in school and at home. You can sign up you and your kids for an all-around training experience. Come on in, break a sweat, make some friends, and become your best self on our mats!
Our History
Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest has served the Indianapolis community since 1994. Grandmaster Donald Cottee opened our doors to teaching Taekwondo in Indianapolis as the second KTA location in the area. He continued the work of Grandmaster Chul Koo Yoon, one of the most prestigious instructors in the area, who opened the original Korean Taekwondo Academy in 1974. Four years later in 1978, Grandmaster Cottee began his Taekwondo training under Grandmaster Yoon. In a short time, Grandmaster Cottee used his teachers’ wisdom to dominate on the mat. He became Indian State Champion, earned bronze medal in sparring at the 1980 national champions, and has been on the National Team for Poomsae. With his vast experience, Grandmaster Cottee has strived to provide Indianapolis Taekwondo in its best form, teaching students to never give up.
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Meet the
KTA Team
Our Taekwondo Academy is led by academy owner, Grand Master Donald Cotte, 8th Dan. He has continued on the lessons of Korean Taekwondo Academy’s founder, Grand Master Chul Koo Yoon, to make our Northwest Indianapolis Taekwondo academy location special. Take a look at each of their bios and see what led them to lead others through martial arts.
Grand Master Chul Koo Yoon
As one of the founding fathers of Taekwondo in Indiana, Grand Master Yoon brought his 50+ years of experience to Indianapolis more than 40 years ago. Since then, he has promoted more than 3,500 students to Black Belt status. An 9th Degree Black Belt certified by the World Taekwondo Federation, Grand Master Yoon conducts all promotion tests only for KTA students. His goals include continuing the growth of Taekwondo among the young and young at heart.
As Indiana State Taekwondo President from 1974-94, Grand Master Yoon promoted and developed Taekwondo in our state to its current Olympic status. In 1990, he was named Coach of the Year by the United States Taekwondo Union for leading several outstanding National Champions and World medalists.
When Indianapolis hosted the Pan American Games in 1987, Grand Master Yoon successfully arranged adding Taekwondo as a new sport in the Games. As Technical Director, he coordinated this event and spectator seating sold out before any other sport on the Pan-AM Games.
Grand Master Donald Cottee
8th Dan
Head Instructor and 8th Degree Black Belt, Grand Master Donald Cottee brings over 40 years of his competitive experience and instruction to KTA students six days a week. Under the direction of Grand Master Yoon, Master Cottee has not only achieved great success as an instructor, he has also found that same success throughout his years as a national and state competitor. Master Cottee was Indiana State Champion and 1980 national sparring bronze medalist. He was named the 1980 Indiana AAU Taekwondo athlete of the year. Master Cottee was also been a member of the 2018 and 2109 US National Poomsae Teams.
Master Cottee is a graduate of Indiana State University and holds a degree in Life Sciences. He also retired from Eli Lilly and Co. after 39 years of service.
Led by Master Cottee, KTA Northwest has a number of experienced Black Belt instructors, which enables us to give students the individual attention they need. We also provide special classes just for instructors and Black Belts to insure that your instruction is consistent and top-notch!
Class Schedule
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Programs
Our martial arts classes help students learn self-defense as well as improve their mental strength.
That goes for both our Hapkido and Taekwondo classes, which may have different fundamentals, but teach the same values. Take a look at each program and find which one fits with you and your family’s goals!
Tae Kwon Do
Our Taekwondo program has classes for everyone wanting to train: Kids, Adults, Beginners, and Advanced. No matter which class you enter, you will learn how to defend yourself with the fundamentals of Taekwondo, using your hands and feet.
- Beginners & Advanced
- Kids Classes
- Adult Classes
Hapkido
Just like our Taekwondo classes, our Hapkido classes will teach you to grow on and off the mat. You’ll learn to improve your self-defense skills with a hand-to-hand approach.
Words from
Our Community
Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest has provided Indianapolis Taekwondo and martial arts training at the highest level for 30+ years. We have sought continuous improvement and have strived to make our academy a place for everyone. And don’t just listen to us. Check out our customer testimonials and see what they say makes us a special place to train!
“I cannot say enough about my son‘s experience with Master Cottee. He encouraged and pushed him to limits I’m sure that he was not aware that He could go.”
“Positive affirmation from a caring adult in a child’s life is priceless. And with KTA, my kids get this with the side-benefit of working hard in a challenging sport.”
“Our children have been coming to Taekwondo Academy around 1 year and they love it! They have gained confidence and learned so much in a small amount of time. “
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We pride ourselves on providing Taekwondo in Indianapolis and to our nearby communities, including: Carmel, Zionsville, Whitestown, and Brownsburg. We are located near Costco and Crunch Fitness. Reach out and see what Korean Taekwondo Academy Northwest can do for you!