Martial Arts Schools near Circle Pines

“My kids love this place! They said they are planning to achieve the black belts in four years! Go Champs!!!?“

“My 9 year old daughter loves it and has been going for 2 years. Instructors and helpers are great! It's obvious they actually enjoy working with the kids. The atmosphere is open, friendly, and respectful to all.“

“I’ve been training martial arts around 15 years and have trained at a lot of different gyms. This gym is my favorite and the only one I’ve stuck with long term. They just teach such solid bjj and striking. Plus Great people and instructors. Like that Bodie guy. One thing I noticed after stepping away from martial arts for a couple years and then returning, Was I basically forgot all the sporty stuff that I learned from the other gyms. But what I learned from the warriors cove stuck with me.“

“Having been a student at Lee's Champion Taekwondo Academy for three years now, I can confidently say it is the premier place for training in the area. The school maintains a professional and disciplined environment that pushes you to your limits while remaining welcoming to all skill levels. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how the instructors balance rigorous physical training with essential life lessons like perseverance and respect.

One of the standout features that has really helped my progression is the availability of private classes. These sessions allow for a level of technical refinement that you just can't get in a group setting. It’s also a unique privilege to occasionally train with Master Brandon H. Lee. Even with his success as a martial arts star and actor, his sessions are incredibly grounded and focused on high-level precision, which has been a major highlight of my time here.

I will be honest: this academy is quite expensive. Between the standard tuition, testing fees, and the added cost of private lessons, it is a significant financial commitment compared to other schools. However, after three years, I firmly believe you get what you pay for. The quality of the facilities, the low student-to-teacher ratio, and the chance to learn from world-class talent justify the premium price.

Ultimately, the growth I've experienced in both my physical skills and my personal confidence makes every cent worth it. If you are serious about martial arts and want the absolute best instruction available, this is the place to be. It is an investment in yourself that pays off every time you step onto the mat.“

“Ultimate Martial Arts - Ham Lake is the best! Our son has been attending since he was 4. He is now 8 years old and still loves karate. It has been really fun watching him improve and keep moving up the ranks. He's thrilled to have his name on the wall as a future black belt. Master Olson is such a great role model and any other teachers that step in also do a great job!“

“Grand Master Kim, runs a great program! Clean facilities and modern training environment with traditional values.“

“Master Kim is the best TKD master!! I've been a student of Master Kim for about 15 years and have truly learned various TKD skills as well as valuable life skills.

Master Kim also actively seeks out new techniques and pushes his students to excel, both as athletes and individuals. I've definitely become a stronger and smarter athlete under Master Kim. Thanks to Master Kim's commitment and excellent coaching, our demo team also was one of the best in the state, even placing at nationals.

And I can't miss the fact that Master Kim treats everyone like family!! TKD with Master Kim has been a core part of my life, and I'm so grateful for the supportive community I grew up in ?

If you want to learn TKD from the best, learn from Master Kim at KTA!!“

“Just a wonderful team and organization here. So welcoming, so positive and really experts at dealing with any kind of child that walks through their doors. Our family really appreciates this team and what they provide our community. I cannot say enough good things about Master Hendrickson and also her team.“

“Es un lugar excepcional para tus hijos y toda la familia, excelentes maestros y compañeros. Gran comunidad de enseñanza y disciplina“