Omaha Blue Waves Martial Arts

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OMAHA’S BEST MARTIAL ARTS SCHOOL

Omaha's Most Respected Traditional TaeKwon-Do and Hapkido school.

WHERE TRADITION AND INNOVATION INTERSECT TO FOSTER GROWTH, COMMITMENT, AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT. ARE YOU READY?

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Based on 49 reviews
Helen Sun
Helen Sun
2023-08-14
OBW is a dojang where everyone is welcomed and embraced for what makes them unique and what makes them strong. I trained here during the brief time I spent living in Omaha and never felt more at home in a city so different from where I’m from. GM Helaney and all the teaching staff are great at creating a learning environment that is both productive and fun. I enjoyed how concept-focused their teaching style is; it helped me learn faster and truly understand effective self defense strategies. They also have great respect for the Korean culture behind the art form.
Corey Ostby
Corey Ostby
2023-07-20
I’m a former TKD practitioner now in my late 40s who was looking for a different type of martial art to try. I decided to try Hapkido at Omaha Blue Waves and I am more than happy with my decision. Grandmaster Helaney and his family are extremely knowledgeable and have a wealth of experience and Mr. Humphrey is an excellent instructor. The Hapkido group is very welcoming and always happy to help practice a technique or concept. I have arthritic knees and that has not been a hindrance to this point as I look forward to continuing in hopes of achieving a black belt one day. I encourage anyone to come in and see what Blue Waves has to offer.
Chelese Short
Chelese Short
2022-12-28
Our son has been part of the Omaha Blue Waves family for about 11 years. The leadership and comradery of this martial arts facility is truly one of a kind and is something we are grateful to be a part of. Highly recommend for anyone considering their martial arts journey!
Scott Dykema
Scott Dykema
2022-12-21
Omaha Blue Waves if such a fun family atmosphere where your kids (and adults) can learn to love exercise, martial arts, and leadership skills. Hapkido was especially great for me. Our family loves the day we found this place!
Maureen Fulton
Maureen Fulton
2022-12-04
We held our son’s 5th birthday party here in Dec. 2022. I had been looking for something a little different for a party, as we have been to several kids’ parties at BounceU and SkyZone. I spoke with Jeff and Michele and they told me about what they offered for a 1.5 hour party; but that I could also customize it. They honestly understated the experience; it was an amazing birthday party and my son and his friends had a blast. Many of the kids who came had not tried martial arts before so a few were hesitant, but most jumped right into the mini martial arts class that started off the party. One thing that blew me away was the number of staff they had there for the party. I had expected 1-2 but there were 4-5 staff members there to assist in teaching the kids. The staff was clearly very good working with kids as they were quite patient when some were running around. The parents also loved how Jeff and Michele could get the kids to be quiet and listen! 🙂 there were many other aspects of this experience that were great; I could go on and on. But I will end with saying, I had researched other martial arts facilities for parties and this was the only one I saw that let every kid at the party have a chance to break a board (as opposed to just the birthday kid). The kids who tried this LOVED it. Such a cool experience. Thank you, Jeff, Michele, and team!
Jill Rath
Jill Rath
2022-12-03
We are so grateful for OBW team. The instructors are wonderful. My son feels so welcomed and respected. I LOVE that taekwondo is a whole mind and body journey at OBW. it is a legit second home for our family!
Michaela Sherrets
Michaela Sherrets
2022-11-19
My son has been doing TKD at Omaha Blue Waves for just over a year and he absolutely loves it! He has learned so much already and we’ve noticed him come out of his shell and become so much more confident..
chaos bunny
chaos bunny
2022-09-14
Our son has found a great team of leaders at Blue Waves to help guide him. Not only in Taekwondo but in learning skills like respect, dedication, hardwork, time managerment, helping without being asked, and making healthy eating choices. As a parent sometimes they don’t want to listen to us. Its been such a great resource/outlet for our son! We love Blue Waves for their encouraging training techniques and highly recommend going and doing a test class if you’re on the fence!
Ce Hansen
Ce Hansen
2022-08-28
Our family LOVES Omaha Blue Waves! Their staff is amazing. They are knowledgeable, compassionate, and excited to help each person on their martial arts journey. They are committed into building to each of their students not just as a martial artist, but to building character as well.
Christopher Silligman
Christopher Silligman
2022-07-06
I’ve been with this as I’d call family for 15 years now as a student and then became an instructor not to long ago. They are great people that do amazing things. Martial Arts is a different experience that I believe everyone should have the chance to do.
I got picked on a lot in school. By sheer, dumb, luck… I happened onto these people. My parents had no idea what to look for, just that these guys were in the area doing martial arts and that martial arts are supposed to be good for building confidence, self-esteem, fitness… all that. And it was one of the best things that ever happened to me. Save yourself the trouble of shopping around. If you’re in the area, go to Omaha Blue Waves.
Benjamin Thompson
Benjamin Thompson
Omaha Blue waves is an outstanding Taekwondo / Hapkido School, operated by a Hall of Fame Inductee, Grandmaster Jeff Helaney. Omaha is fortunate to have such a quality school and team within their community
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Bianca Belair Bridget
We love Omaha Blue Waves! My daughter has learned so much, and most importantly, the instructors and classes have increased her confidence ! Such a great group!
Lisa 'Brown' Nielsen
Lisa ‘Brown’ Nielsen
Omaha Blue Waves is a great martial arts schools. My kids have been going there for over ten years. They learned focus and self control when they were younger. Now they are still engaged in fun classes and still love it.
Amy Iddings
Amy Iddings
Blue waves is such a wonderful, family friendly place! Our kiddos love it!
Casey Marion
Casey Marion
My son goes to OBW and we love it! The instructors are very knowledgeable and make the classes so fun! My son has learned so much and we are so happy to be apart of this Taekwondo family!
Nikki Blum
Nikki Blum
Great martial arts school with amazing instructors! I would highly recommend
Reece Marion
Reece Marion
The staff are extremely knowledgeable in not only the practice of the art itself but its historical significance and core values. There is good mix of working hard and having fun during class.
Helen Sun
Helen Sun
Our family loves Blue Waves! My daughters take taekwondo classes and tumbling classes. I take taekwondo as well! OBW feels like an extension of our family. Everyone is always willing to help you achieve your goals and encourage you along your journey. I started my black belt journey as a grown adult, and was met with encouragement and excitement by my teachers and classmates. They teach more than martial arts; they are helping me with my mission to raise respectful, responsible and courteous adults. I get to learn along side my kids and be the example I want to be to them.
Liz Zaa
Liz Zaa