Midwest Tae Kwon Do
For Sport. For Health. For Life.
Welcome To
Midwest Tae Kwon Do
Welcome to Midwest Tae Kwon Do, proudly serving the Plymouth community for almost 20 years. Since 2006, we have strived to exemplify courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit in everything we do—values we endeavor to instill in our students. Students learn that perseverance, discipline and personal accountability are key factors that lead to achievement and are encouraged and supported as they work hard to achieve their goals. Through the years, our gym has become more than a place to train. It has become a community rooted in connection, encouragement and friendship that continues to inspire and support personal growth from the moment each person begins their journey with us.
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Who We are at
Midwest Tae Kwon Do
Our School
Our goal at Midwest Tae Kwon Do is for every student to leave stronger, more confident, and better than when they first walked in. We know that each student is unique, which is why our teachers modify instruction to meet the needs of each student to best help them achieve their goals. With skill and encouragement, our instructors guide students through challenges while building resilience and growth along the way.
History
Midwest Tae Kwon Do opened in 2026, but its roots were planted long before when Master Tanya Panizzo enrolled in a Tae Kwon Do class with her brothers at the age of 7 (she is a triplet). She began simply because her brothers did, but over time developed a love for the Korean martial art. Master Panizzo went on to compete in elite tournaments, capturing a gold medal in an international competition where she defeated her mother’s home country of Argentina to advance to the finals. Years later, Master Panizzo made the profound decision to resign her job as an automotive industry engineer to teach Tae Kwon Do full time. Soon after, Midwest Tae Kwon Do was born. Growing from just a handful of students in 2006, Midwest Tae Kwon Do expanded its offerings to include self defense and personal safety training for children and adults through Master Panizzo’s second company, Fighting Spirit Safety. Master Panizzo believes that each person who walks through Midwest’s doors deserves to feel worthy and strong, and intends to help them discover their potential as she did hers while studying Tae Kwon Do over the years.
Setting the Standard for Excellence
Respect and responsibility at Midwest Tae Kwon Do extends beyond training and guides how we care for our students and our facility.
Being in operation for almost 20 years means we approach each challenge with experience and wisdom.
We are here to earn your trust. Because of this, students are not required to commit to a long term contract in order to train.
All of our instructors are Kukkiwon certified black belts, which means students have qualified, knowledgeable instructors leading every class.
CPR certification is a must in our gym. All of our instructors are CPR certified and follow Michigan concussion protocols to ensure a safe training environment.
Cleanliness is important! We follow a regular cleaning schedule, documenting each time we clean so that you feel comfortable in the space.
Our Tae Kwon Do Schedule
Our taekwondo classes run Monday-Thursday and Saturday. Depending on your level and commitment we have a class that will fit your needs.
We are Ready to Welcome You!
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Sign up for our
Introductory Month!
Are you ready to experience Tae Kwon Do the Midwest way? Join us for a discounted Introductory Month and experience what being a student in our gym is all about.
Words from Our Community
Midwest Tae Kwon Do has provided taekwondo to the Plymouth community and beyond for nearly two decades. Our commitment to our students, families and the entire community has been a defining characteristic of our gym through the years. Nothing speaks louder than the experience of our students and families. See what they have to say and why they’ve made Midwest Tae Kwon Do their second home.
“Both my kids attend classes here and have for 3 years. Fantastic gym for beginners all the way to advanced athletes.”
“I feel confident that my kids are getting a great base of knowledge of TKD as well as community spirit, sports conduct, confidence and exercise!”
“What stands out most is the sense of community. Families are included and celebrated, and students cheer each other on.”
“I highly recommend Midwest to anyone looking for sound and traditional Tae Kwon Do instruction in a warm and inviting environment.”
“My son joined the Midwest family in July of 2021. Absolutely love the staff. They are welcoming and treat him like family.”
Contact Us Today!
Midwest Tae Kwon Do welcomes students from all over the Metro Detroit area. Please feel free to contact us for more information about any of the programs we offer.
For inquiries regarding tuition, schedules, directions or other general school items, email us at info@midwesttaekwondo.com
For information regarding transferring, tournaments, specific dojang / program information or other items please contact Master Panizzo at tpanizzo@midwesttaekwondo.com