Kids Martial Arts Near O'Fallon, MO: Kuk Sool Won in Nearby St. Peters

If you live in O'Fallon and are looking at martial arts for your child, or for yourself, here is what you should know about Kuk Sool Won of St. Louis in St. Peters, about 8 to 12 minutes from most of O'Fallon.

Where the School Is

Kuk Sool Won of St. Louis is at 1 Sutters Mill Rd Ste E in St. Peters, roughly 4 miles and 8 to 12 minutes from most O'Fallon neighborhoods depending on where you start and traffic. The school has been at this location since 1995, and Kuk Sool Won has been taught in the St. Louis area since 1992.

What Is Taught

Kuk Sool Won is a comprehensive Korean martial art. It was founded in Korea in 1958 and brought to the United States in 1975. The curriculum includes hand striking, leg techniques, throwing and grappling, joint locks, falling and acrobatics, body conditioning, animal-style techniques, and traditional Korean weapons.

Kuk Sool Won of St. Louis is an official member school of the World Kuk Sool Association, and has trained over 1,500 students.

Programs by Age

Students can start at age 5.

• Little Dragons (ages 5 to 8)
• Youth Kuk Sool Won (ages 9 to 12)
• Teen Warriors (ages 13 to 17)
• Adult Martial Arts (ages 18 to 64)
• Silver Dragons (ages 65 and up)

Traditional Korean drumming is also part of the school's culture. It meets the first Saturday of every month. It is open to students 13 and older and to all black belts, regardless of age.

Class Hours and Location

Classes run Monday through Thursday, 5:00 to 8:00 PM, and most Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Silver Dragons meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00 AM. See the full class schedule.

Kuk Sool Won of St. Louis, 1 Sutters Mill Rd Ste E, St. Peters, MO 63376. Phone (636) 928-0035.

How to Start

The school offers one week free, with no uniform required. Book online or call. Enrollment options are explained in person during the trial week, before you commit to anything.