Bishop's Elite Martial Arts Academy

Bishop's Elite Martial Arts Academy BEMA Academy strives to instill physical and mental training habits through the Five Tenets of TKD. I live, breathe, and take it everywhere I go.

BEMA Academy will continue to make its mark in the community as the premier martial arts facility in the Des Moines metro area. I will guarantee that the service is top notch and will continue to grow and sharpen my skills as a leader in the community. Taekwondo, for me, is not just an activity, but a way of life. No matter where I go, my goal is to leave the people, places, and things better than

where I left it. I hope that you find this message will help solidify your decision in making this investment in the school and that we get to continue making an impact on many more families through the practice of Taekwondo.

-Master Ryan Bishop

08/31/2026

This Sunday we had Jeremy and Jeff receive their green sash! Many other students participated in the class for fun and they all did great regardless. This was officially our last event in the current room before moving space, so we will see you all back in class when we have more room!
Stay humble
-Master Bishop

The calm before the storm..The last three years for our school has flown by so quickly. We have already made so many mem...
08/30/2026

The calm before the storm..

The last three years for our school has flown by so quickly. We have already made so many memories in what is now considered as our "old space."

To have come this far, starting with only 14 active students since the beginning, to where we have outgrown our current spot, currently having 122 active students, is humbling, to say the least. Our team has worked incredibly hard and will continue to make sure we give you our five star experience.

Students, enjoy your week off of classes. I hope you all are just as excited as I am for this next journey and glad you all are apart of it.

Stay Humble,
Master Bishop

08/28/2026

The Wu “fast form” is challenging to master but it’s a lot of fun to practice.
Our students make it look easy.
-Sifu Moline

Congratulations to our Summer BINGO Winner, Aleigha! For filling out all her spaces, she has earned herself a trip to Ad...
08/26/2026

Congratulations to our Summer BINGO Winner, Aleigha! For filling out all her spaces, she has earned herself a trip to Adventureland that she will be going to in a couple of weeks.

Thanks for continuing your summer training. We had a lot of other students who came
very close to the grand prize Well done everyone!

Stay Humble,
Master Bishop

08/21/2026

Tai chi embodies grace and lightness while maintaining its structure and purpose
-Sifu Moline

The happiest of birthdays to our incredible instructor, referee, and student at BEMA Academy, Sarah Puhl. You have accom...
08/18/2026

The happiest of birthdays to our incredible instructor, referee, and student at BEMA Academy, Sarah Puhl. You have accomplished so much in your TKD journey and know you are just getting started. Knowing you since you were three, now being 19 today, is a good feeling knowing you and seeing you grow into the awesome individual you are today!

Hope you have an amazing day today. Enjoy it!

Stay Humble,
Master Bishop

For the first time since December of 2025, every student at BEMA Academy has PASSED their belt level the day of belt tes...
08/15/2026

For the first time since December of 2025, every student at BEMA Academy has PASSED their belt level the day of belt testing. Makes me proud of being your instructor. Remember though, your work is not done. One journey is over, another one begins! Keep the pedal to the metal.

Have a great weekend, BEMA Squad!

Stay Humble,
Master Bishop

08/14/2026

Everyone had been working hard relaxing the body and focusing the mind.
-Sifu Moline

The happiest of birthdays to our up and coming instructor, Miss. Hannah, who will be starting to teach for our school ne...
08/12/2026

The happiest of birthdays to our up and coming instructor, Miss. Hannah, who will be starting to teach for our school next month.

Enjoy YOUR big day, ma'am!!💥🎂😊

Stay Humble,
Master Bishop

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2706 1/2 Beaver Avenue
Des Moines, IA
50310

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1:30pm - 7pm

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