AR TKD

AR TKD 🥋 Conway’s Top Private TKD Academy
Building champions through discipline, tradition, confidence & elite martial arts training. Beginner friendly. Family focused.

Competition tested.

08/20/2026

There are some things you can’t build overnight.

ARTKD is not a pop-up martial arts school. It is the product of decades of teaching, learning, sacrifice, mentorship, and legacy.

This picture represents so much more than the people standing in it. It represents the past, the present, and the future of ARTKD.

We are incredibly grateful for Master Bob Blankenship, Mrs. Katherine Blankenship, and Master Wyck Blankenship, people who poured countless hours, knowledge, discipline, and love into this art and into the people who came after them.

And to Grandmaster Almarri, Olympic coach, thank you for the continued guidance, wisdom, and influence you have poured into Mr. Drew, the Team, and into the journey we continue to walk.

The Stiles family is deeply honored to stand on the shoulders of those who came before us. We don’t take that responsibility lightly.

Because that is one of the most beautiful things about Taekwondo: you inherit a legacy, you learn from it, you grow through it, and then you carry it forward.

The goal isn’t to replace what came before us.

It’s to honor it, protect it, build upon it, and give the next generation something even greater to carry forward.

ARTKD is rooted in something much bigger than a building, a logo, or a class schedule.

It is rooted in people.
In mentorship.
In tradition.
In growth.
In family.
In the lifelong pursuit of becoming better.

We are incredibly thankful for everyone who has helped shape this journey and for the art of Taekwondo that has given our family so much in return.

The legacy continues. 🥋

08/18/2026

🥋 WHY DO WE BREAK THICK, OLD-SCHOOL WOODEN BOARDS AT ARTKD?

Because the board isn't really what we're teaching.

We're teaching students how to face a challenge.

Breaking a wooden board requires:

🎯 Timing
📏 Distance
💥 Power
🥋 Proper technique
🧠 Focus & commitment

But the biggest lesson happens before the break.

A student looks at that board and thinks:

"What if I can't do it?"

That's where the real training begins.

They practice.
They get nervous.
They face the fear.
They commit.
And then...

CRACK.

That moment creates something powerful:

"I was afraid, but I did it anyway."

That's how confidence is built, not by telling a child they're confident, but by giving them opportunities to prove to themselves that they can overcome something difficult.

And that's one of the things that makes ARTKD different.

We don't just teach kids how to kick and punch.

We use martial arts to develop discipline, courage, confidence, resilience, and character. skills that matter long after they leave the dojang.

The board is what they break.
The limitations are what they learn to break through.

🥋 ARTKD — Traditional Martial Arts. Stronger People.

08/15/2026

🇨🇱 ARTKD IS DIFFERENT.

While Mr. P is in Chile representing our organization at the WAKO Pan American Championships, we’re reminded of something that makes ARTKD special.

Mr. P isn’t just an instructor — he serves as a State Director and is actively involved in the development and growth of kickboxing at the state, national level, and international level.

That means our students aren’t learning from people who are simply teaching a class.

They’re learning from coaches who are still involved in the sport, still developing themselves, still building athletes, and still connected to opportunities far beyond the walls of our school.

At ARTKD, we believe your child’s instructors should be more than people who can teach kicks and punches.

They should be coaches. Mentors. Leaders. Role models.

That’s one of the things that makes ARTKD different.

We don’t just teach martial arts. We build people. 🥋🇺🇸

08/14/2026

This is ARTKD. 🥋

High energy. Big smiles. Hard work. A little friendly competition.

We want every student walking out of class feeling like they got better than when they walked in.

That’s the culture we’re building. 👊

08/12/2026

At ARTKD, we believe kids deserve three things: a safe environment, a fun experience, and structure that helps them grow. 🥋❤️

This photo is a perfect example of what we mean. Our students don’t just see instructors, they build relationships with mentors they can look up to, trust, and learn from.

And we take that responsibility seriously.

Before our instructors earn their collars, they go through a long development process that includes hundreds of hours of teaching and assisting, written and physical testing, AED training, background checks, and child-safety certifications.

We take pride in developing great mentors because our students deserve more than great instruction.

They deserve people who will teach them, encourage them, challenge them, and help them become better people both inside and outside the dojang.

That’s ARTKD. 🥋
Safe. Fun. Structured. Mentorship that lasts beyond the mat.

08/11/2026

🥋 WE’RE BACK NEXT WEEK!

The mats are ready. The energy is coming back. And we can’t wait to see our ARTKD family back in the school! ❤️

Next week, classes officially start back up, and we’re ready to get to work.

Whether you’re brand new, working toward your next belt, preparing for competition, or just here to get stronger and more confident, there’s a place for you on our mats.

The best part of ARTKD isn’t just the kicks, punches, or belts…

It’s the people.
The friendships.
The confidence.
The discipline.
The smiles.
The moments where kids realize they’re capable of more than they thought.

🔥 We’re ramping things back up next week.

Come ready to train. Come ready to learn. Come ready to have some fun.

Let’s get back on the mats.

08/03/2026

☀️ Summer at ARTKD is officially wrapped up! ☀️

What an incredible summer it has been! We are beyond grateful for every student and family who chose to train with us throughout the summer months. Your dedication, consistency, and hard work made this one of our best summers yet!

🥋 Over 60 students tested this summer... WOW! That is an amazing accomplishment, and we couldn't be more proud of everyone's growth both on and off the mat.

❤️ Thank you for trusting ARTKD to be a part of your family's journey. Your support means the world to us!

📚 Reminder: We will be closed for the next two weeks as we follow the local school schedule.

📅 Classes resume August 17th.

We hope everyone gets some well-deserved rest, has a smooth transition back to school, and enjoys these last days of summer. We can't wait to see everyone back in the dojang ready for an awesome fall semester! 💪🥋

07/31/2026

From their very first class... to earning their Black Belt. 🥋

One of our amazing TKD parents blessed us with this incredible video capturing the journey from Beginner to Black Belt, and it's a powerful reminder of what dedication, consistency, and perseverance can accomplish.

At ARTKD, a Black Belt isn't just about learning to kick and punch—it's about building confidence, discipline, respect, resilience, and the mindset to never give up.

Watching this transformation is exactly why we do what we do. We are beyond honored to have been a part of this journey and couldn't be more proud of this incredible achievement.

Congratulations on reaching one of life's biggest milestones. Once an ARTKD student, always family.

07/27/2026

🟦🟩 TESTING WEEK IS HERE! 🟩🟦
The wait is over it's time to show everything you've been working for!

🥋 Testing begins TONIGHT at 6:00 PM with our first group. Come prepared, arrive early, and wear your FULL uniform.
This is your chance to step onto the mat with confidence and earn your next belt. Trust your training, give your best effort, and finish strong!
Good luck to everyone testing this week we can't wait to see you succeed! 👊🔥

07/22/2026

Testing Week is almost here! 🥋

One of the best parts of testing isn't just seeing kids earn their next belt, it's watching our adult students continue to challenge themselves, grow, and prove that it's never too late to start.

Taekwondo isn't just for the young... it's for the young at heart.

One of the beautiful things about Taekwondo is that it's a true foundational martial art. Whether you're 5 or 95, everyone can learn, improve, and even compete. The lessons go far beyond kicks and punches.

By the time you earn a black belt at ARTKD, our goal is for you to have built a strong foundation in:
🥋 Balance & body awareness
🥋 Distance & timing
🥋 Control & discipline
🥋 Patience & perseverance
🥋 Confidence & respect

With those fundamentals, you'll not only become a better martial artist you'll have the tools to succeed in almost any other martial art you choose to pursue.

We don't just teach techniques. We help build people.

To every man, woman, and family that trusts us week after week: thank you. It is an honor to share an art that has impacted our lives so deeply, and we never take that responsibility for granted.

Good luck to everyone testing next week. Let's show how far you've come! 👊

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2104 Harkrider Street, Suite 107
Conway, AR
72032

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Monday 5pm - 8:40pm
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm
Thursday 5pm - 8:40pm

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(501) 472-2501

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