Martial Arts Schools near Garland

“My son has been a student for about 4 years and he has learned so much in his classes. Master Daniel provides the kids with structure and helps them set and hit their goals. He teaches them responsibility and gets them ready to become young adults. Mudo has been a fantastic experience and much more than just Taekwondo lessons.“

“My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time here! She's in the after school program and goes to day camps when school is out. She’s a girly girl so I was a bit hesitant at first but it’s been exactly what she needed. There’s a good mix of boys and girls, tons of activities, games, park trips, and quality instruction. Mr. Denny is “a cool dude,” in my daughter’s own words. He’s informative, skilled, and just simply has a gift with children. Everyone on the team is made for it, they’re a well oiled machine!“

“Master Jake is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! He brought and taught more than just taekwondo and his level of discipline, compassion, love and support is unmatched. Master Jake is the best!!!“

“This is a great dojo! I'm an adult student and one of my kids goes here too. The instructors are engaging, encouraging, and really skilled. I practiced martial arts as a youth with an excellent instructor but then took 30 years off! I came back as a beginner after seeing my son in class and realizing this is a wonderful gym/dojo. Also, the pricing is very reasonable and the workouts are great. Check it out and you will be glad you did.“

“A great place for self defense and once you are here for more than a year stuff gets serious and you start learning better kicks and the forms get harder amazing!!“

“My journey to earning a black belt has been anything but linear, yet every twist in the path made the achievement more meaningful. I first stepped into the world of martial arts at the age of twelve. For several years, I trained with the kind of passion only a child can sustain — pure, eager, and unburdened. But as high school academics intensified, training slowly slipped out of my routine. Even then, martial arts never truly left me; it lingered quietly in the back of my mind, waiting for the right moment to return. It took over ten years before that moment arrived. In my late twenties, I found my way back to training, rediscovering the discipline and joy I had missed. But soon graduate school and work demanded more of my time, and once again, martial arts drifted out of reach. Another decade passed. In 2020, everything changed unexpectedly. I brought my five‑year‑old daughter to her first Taekwondo class, thinking only about her experience. On a whim, I asked whether they offered adult classes. Without hesitation, Grandmaster Atoun tossed me a uniform and told me to join in. I did — and instantly felt as though I had returned to a part of myself I had been missing since childhood. This time, I refused to let life pull me away again. Work and travel often interrupted my rhythm, but I kept going, even if slowly. Reaching black belt became not just a goal but a promise to myself. Today, I am grateful I kept that promise. I owe thanks to Grandmaster Atoun for his unwavering encouragement, and to my daughter, whose excitement at training together made the journey even more special. Together, we turned a long‑delayed dream into a shared accomplishment.“

“I highly recommend GT Sport Taekwondo. My daughters are happy to be part of the GT team. Master Tubbs is an excellent coach who, in addition to techniques, teaches discipline and, above all, a love for this sport. Thanks to his support at home, we already have a National Champion, and we're going for more!“

“Phenomenal gym, was training there for a year and anyone who’s looking to learn the art of Muay Thai , trust me you’d be in very good hands.Mona, the head instructor, is super experienced and has trained fighters for decades now.Jake is an excellent coacher and trainer, very friendly and makes you feel like you belong.Mark and the other coaches are amazing too, they’ll push you and make sure your technique is crisp!Love this gym overall, 5/5 the environment the people the fighters all make it an excellent gym to not only train and fight, but also get an excellent work out in“

“My 7 year old loves it and really has improved both physically and with following directions and listening in a short period of time. He loves all of the coaches and looks forward to his class twice a week. He also just entered their black belt training and is incredibly proud of it.“

“I have trained jiu-jitsu previously in Florida before moving here and tried multiple gyms in the area. This gym was by far the best gym. The atmosphere, instructors, and students were all incredible.“

“I was allowed to drop in and had some great rolls during an open mat. Members were welcoming and shared their knowledge. If I am ever in the area, I will definitely make make my way to cobra bjj.“

“We have been coming to Premier Martial Arts for over a year and have thoroughly enjoyed our experiences. The instructors are engaging, knowledgeable, and always positive.“

“James is as legit as it comes when it comes down to instructors, just take a look at his resume. Highly recommend this gym for anyone looking for high quality martial arts instruction. Great vibes, great instructors, great people, and awesome facilities.“

“I train out of Tyler and was in town visiting and wanted to not miss out on training so I found Progresso and they allowed me to come in and train for the night. I plan on going there anytime I come into town. Great environment to train and safely learn!“

“AMA has been a wonderful experience for my son. He has learned so much about not only martial arts, but how to persevere, learn discipline, and to take pride in everything he does. Master and the instructors have been nurturing and supportive of my son during his journey to achieve a black belt. We are forever grateful for this opportunity. I highly recommend AMA taekwondo. Thank you for everything!“

“So good 5 stars, it made my sons belly go down and he is more respectful and when they push you they don't hate you they make you get better you should definitely sigh up here and if your son/daughter is soft they will make him/her stronger.“

“Master Choi’s World Class TKD is outstanding! Master Choi is the real deal and an amazing instructor who truly cares about his students. His new studio is bigger and better, and even the parking lot is improved. There is plenty of seating for families, and every class is run with professionalism. Belts are earned here through real effort, and the quality of instruction is top-notch. The studio is awesome, the staff is the best, and you won’t find a better instructor anywhere in the U.S.“

“RMAC has changed my son’s life! They have helped him find more confidence and discipline. The instructors and staff find ways to help him grow in his leadership skills as well. Thank you so much to our RMAC family!“

“My son has been taking Taekwondo classes here for a year, and I couldn’t be happier! The instructors are amazing — they truly care about the kids, help them grow in confidence, discipline, and strength, and make every class fun and motivating. It’s an incredible team that supports each student like family. They even made my son’s birthday celebration so special! We’re so grateful to be part of this academy. Highly recommend it!“

“I’m a beginner at KMD, and I’ve loved it so far. The coaches are great at breaking things down so it makes sense and at creating a fun and positive environment!“

“Shaolin Wu-Yi Institute, has been a amazing journey for my 1st year as a student who is learning Martial arts. This school has been amazing ! And all the teachers and patient with the students and guide them to their journey. I want to honor my teachers who has been teaching me for 1 year and making me the best self I could become today, from the start of my journey when I became a white belt I was scared and afraid of everything what was around me, but instead a came with warm welcomes from everyone and the community, teaching me my rights and wrongs and helping me become stronger! I was struggling with being bullied by the age of 5 to 10 years old. But my dad who was a brown belt in martial arts had enough seeing me weak and tired and decided to enroll me to this school! I couldn’t thank you enough what my teachers have taught me from heart to soul I thank my teachers for making me feel better and more confident about myself; without being in Shaolin Wu-Yi Institute I wouldn’t be able to do nothing in life. Thank you for helping me through out my 1st year in your school.
From : Danna Aguilera“

“It has been an awesome and enlightening experience really appreciate Justin's approach...“

“This dojo is a class act through and through. Great leadership and student base. It's been a pleasure to train with them.“

“Great gym, with some great techniques and people. Everyone there, including the front desk ladies were super nice and a pleasure to train with. 10/10 would come back.“

“My son has been attending for the last 2 months and absolutely loves this place. The instructors are thorough and patient with the kids and teach the kids not just principles of Martial Arts but how it pertains to everyday life. Setting a good foundation to their young lives. I can’t say enough great things about this place and they can’t wait to see you soon.“

“Awesome school, welcoming of all ages and abilities. If you like words of affirmation, this is the place for you. All of the instructors are amazing.“