Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple
Family-Oriented, Traditional, Self-Defense
Welcome To Our
Martial Arts School
Welcome to Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple, a family- and veteran-owned martial arts school in Temple, TX for kids and adults! Everything we do is geared toward helping each student. We aren’t just focused on physical training but educating the mind and body. Students learn martial arts and self-defense while improving confidence, communication skills, and more. With affordable rates, flexible schedules, and training tailored to help all types of students—including kids with learning disabilities—we are equipped to help change lives through Tae Kwon Do in Temple!
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Who We Are at
Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple
Our School
We are proud to offer a special experience for martial arts in Temple. We aren’t just the only certified Haidong Gumdo school between Dallas and Houston, but have a culture unlike any other. Classes are energetic and motivating while staying strict and structured. We help service kids of all less-fortunate backgrounds, learning abilities, on the spectrum, and different experiences to have fun while bettering themselves. Our training is designed to adapt to each student’s needs. No matter where you come from, background, or personal challenges, you can achieve your goals! We are here to help you each step of the way to make the most of your training journey!
Our History
Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple was created to change lives through martial arts. As a U.S. veteran, school owner David Shadden has seen how martial arts can drastically improve the daily life for all types of people. The self-defense skills, life values, and personal growth are just a few of the benefits he’s seen throughout the years.
Master Shadden’s experience is second to none. He has been a school owner for 20+ years and has earned black belts in multiple disciplines. His teaching journey led him to rebranding to Central Texas Tae Kwon Do in 2010, teaching in Belton for six years and Temple for eight years. In 2022, he moved the school to the current location and has continued to stay true to his purpose – helping families through the wonderful world of martial arts.
Our School Schedule!
Go check out our schedule for the best time for your training! We stay flexible to fit training into your busy week!
Meet our
Martial Arts Instructors
The Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple team has dedicated their time to making the most of our students’ training. Led by Master Shadden’s storied martial arts past, every member of our staff helps create a special environment for martial arts in Temple. Take a look below to learn to meet the group leading the way in our school!
Master David Shadden
Started Tae Kwon Do Hapkido and Gumdo in 1983 under Master A.W. Choi in San Antonio Texas, while there also studied under Raymond Garcia Jeet Kune Do, Arnis, Kali, Silat, and Thia Boxing.
In December 1986 joined the United States Air force at the age of 21, went to basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio TX, then attended technical school at Lowery Air Force base. He stationed Hahn Air Base Germany in 1987 – 1989, continued my Tae Kwon Do and Gumdo training under Master Lee, received a non-Kukkiwon 1st degree at Hahn A.B. While stationed in Germany became a PKA style kick-boxer under Captain Curry (aka kid curry), taught a self defense class and Tae Kwon Do class, before leaving Germany Master Shadden achieved a fight record of 8 wins and 4 losses. While in Germany received outstanding unit award, Airman of the quarter and Humanitarian award for aiding during air show catastrophe, at Ramstein AB.
In 1988 transferred to Shaw Air Force Base South Carolina, where Master Shadden continued my Tae Kwon Do training on my own. While stationed at Shaw receive Humanitarian award for hurricane Hugo, received outstanding unit award, Airman of the quarter, Recognition letters from my Commanders and First Sargent.
Honorably discharged from the United States Air Force in 1990. Master Shadden moved back to Texas in 1990 and continued to train in Martial arts on his own until 1995 when he moved to LA. And trained under Master Prejuan where he received his 2nd non Kukkiwon 1st degree black belt.
In the year 2000 Master Shadden moved to Waco Texas for work where restarted Tae Kwon Do training with Chang Lee’s Tae Kwon Do in Hewitt Texas, until 2006. While there Master Sadden received his Kukkiwon 1st degree in 2003, 2nd degree in 2007 and his 3rd degree in 2009.
In 2003 Master Shadden started teaching Tae Kwon Do at the competition gymnastics and cheer leading school until the school closed in 2004.
In 2004 Master Shadden opened Chang Lee’s Tae Kwon Do Belton Texas in 2004 until 2009.
In 2009 Master Shadden opened Central Texas Tae Kwon Do. While with Chang Lee’s became a USTU/USAT and AAU referee, as a referee he has refereed state, collegiate, National qualifiers, Nationals and Fort Worth International, ATU Nationals, along with numerous smaller tournaments.
In 2007, 2008, and 2009 set up and held my own Central Texas Friendship tournaments. I have received appreciation awards for refereeing and volunteering for 2004 nationals, 2005 nationals’ qualifiers.
In 2009 Master Shadden received an appreciation award from the WTF for his work in promoting and advancing Tae Kwon Do. Master Shadden has competed in state in 2001,2002, 2003, Fort Worth International in 2002, 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2008 as well as competed in National qualifiers in 2002, 2003, 2004. Nationals in 2004 also in the U.S. Open in 2006.
Master Shadden is also a certified USAT and AAU coach and have coached at state, Nationals, Fort Worth Internationals along with numerous smaller tournaments, in 2003 – 2010.
In May of 2010 Master Shadden joined the Texas Haidong Gumdo Association under Master Vasquez and opened Central Texas Haidong Gumdo Academy.
Ms. Steffanna
Master Prado
Ms. Smith
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Explore Our
Martial Arts Programs
Our martial arts classes at Central Texas Tae Kwon Do have just what you need! Each program is designed to help students thrive on and off the mat with personalized instruction toward their needs! And each program has multi-family discounts! Take a look below to find the right fit for your training!
Kids Martial Arts
Kids of all different learning styles, backgrounds, and challenges can shine in our Kids Martial Arts classes! It is academically-based, focusing on the mind and body. Students will improve physically, mentally, and emotionally. We’ve seen these results especially in the classroom and on the report card!
Adult Martial Arts
This is a great home for all types of students. Our Adult Martial Arts program serves as a space for adults AND entire families to have fun and train. We invite whole families on the mats to make it easier to fit your child’s training into your already busy schedule. Our curriculum focuses on more traditional Tae Kwon Do for adults while still adapting to children in class.
Haidong Gumdo
We are proud to be the only certified Central Texas martial school between Dallas and Houston to offer Haidong Gumdo classes! This is a traditional Korean sword art that focuses on multiple targets. The rank and progression system process is quicker for development. This program is geared toward older kids/teens and adults.
Cardio Kickboxing
Our Cardio Kickboxing classes are a straight self-defense program for your safety. We teach different skills for your development and street protection. At the same time, the physical fitness and mobility you gain go hand-in-hand with your self-defense abilities.
Afterschool Program
Our Afterschool program provides kids a healthy, positive environment after a day of learning. We pick up children from specific Belton and Temple schools and bring them to the school. From there, they receive healthy snacks and dive into academic-oriented activities. This is primarily for 4-10 year olds, with older children allowed alongside their younger siblings. Inquire about which school we pick up from.
Summer Camp
The Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple summer camps are a great time. They are elementary focused for 4-10 year olds (we accept older kids if younger siblings are in the camp). Kids enter a safe environment where they can play games, have fun, and make new friends.
Words from Our Community
Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple is a special home for martial arts in Temple. We’ve created the best place for children with tough backgrounds, disabilities, or on the spectrum to shine through training. The moment you join, you become a part of a family-oriented community where you are treated with the respect and attention you deserve. You don’t need to hear it just from us. Check out our student testimonials to see firsthand experiences in our Tae Kwon Do school!
“My wife has learned so much and developed so much more self confidence over the past few years.”
“My kids love going here. For my oldest I had really helped with behavioral problems.”
“I am so impressed with this program! The instructors are very hardworking and teach your children values that matter! “
Our School Schedule!
Go check out our schedule for the best time for your training! We stay flexible to fit training into your busy week!
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Central Texas Tae Kwon Do Temple has everything…except you! Join our community today and begin your martial arts journey!