- 515-255-0095
- 3843 121st St., Urbandale, IA
program
If you’re looking for preschool martial arts in Urbandale, IA, our program is specifically designed for children ages 4–5 to build focus, confidence, coordination, and listening skills — all while having fun. This is not a typical daycare activity. It’s a structured Taekwondo-based program that helps young children develop the foundations they need for school and life.
Our classes combine traditional martial arts values with age-appropriate games and drills so preschoolers stay engaged, burn energy, and learn important life skills in a safe, encouraging environment.
Our Urbandale preschool martial arts classes are carefully structured to match young attention spans and physical development. Classes are short, upbeat, and positive — designed to keep little ones engaged without overwhelm.
We welcome shy beginners, high-energy kids, and everything in between. No prior experience is required.
We focus on the skills that matter most during early childhood development:
✔ Listening and following directions
✔ Focus and attention span
✔ Confidence and independence
✔ Balance and coordination
✔ Respect and discipline
✔ Social skills and teamwork
Many parents notice improvements at home and in preschool or kindergarten within just a few weeks.
Train alongside supportive instructors and families who make learning martial arts fun, safe, and encouraging for all ages.
Our passionate, highly trained staff brings years of experience to help each student grow with proper technique and confidence.
Boost strength, flexibility, and overall fitness while improving focus and reducing stress through fun, dynamic training.
Build discipline, confidence, and respect while developing focus, leadership, and positive habits that last a lifetime.
Absolutely not.
Our programs are designed for complete beginners. Every class is structured so new students feel comfortable, supported, and confident from day one. No experience required — just a willingness to learn.
Yes. Safety is always our top priority. Classes are age-appropriate, instructor-led, and focused on proper technique, control, and awareness. Students progress at their own pace in a structured and positive environment.
For the first class, comfortable athletic clothing is perfectly fine. If a uniform is required, we’ll guide you through everything after your trial class so there’s no pressure or confusion up front.
Most students attend 2–3 classes per week for the best results. Consistent training helps build confidence, discipline, fitness, and skill progression much faster — especially for kids.
Getting started is easy. Simply click our Get Started button on the site, come in for your first session, and see if it’s the right fit for you or your child. Our team will walk you through everything step by step.
Martial arts training goes far beyond physical techniques. Students build confidence, discipline, respect, focus, and real-world self-defense skills that positively impact school, work, and daily life.
The results in our testimonials show what happens daily at Farrell’s Martial Arts. Students from Urbandale, Des Moines, and surrounding communities consistently choose us because they experience real progress.