Martial Arts Schools near Murphy

“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.“

“That everyone is friendly, good location, that they are there to help your child in different areas of their lives“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Great place to learn and discipline your kids. I cannot recommend this school enough! My daughter has been attending for 3 years now and the change in her confidence has been incredible. The instructors are phenomenal—they strike the perfect balance between being firm and being supportive. She’s not just learning self-defense; she’s learning discipline, respect, and perseverance. It’s been the best outlet for her during these busy high school years!

Thank you Masters & Staff.“

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

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

“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“

“A great place of trained professionals to get back to discipline, routine, fitness and of course new friends. I’m happy to have enrolled here, now I have something to look forward to, for evenings and weekends, a great fitness routine. Thanks team!“

“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!“

“Best taekwondo dojang in the area! They are amazing with the kids. Great for birthdays as well.“

“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.“

“We have been attending Legendary for almost three years, and our daughter has really grown thanks to them. She has learned self-defense, life skills, focus, and has seen improvement through her hard work. She loves it so much, she insisted on having her birthday party at Legendary and all her friends and classmates loved it. (She especially loved cutting her birthday cake with a katana).

We love that Legendary has family classes, so instead of sitting on the sidelines watching, we can learn martial arts and get a great workout as well!

The owners have made Legendary really feel like family. Coach Denny is skilled, patient with the kids while maintaining discipline with the class, and shows how skills are applicable to tournament and self-defense situations.

We have been in their aftercare programs, Tae Kwondo classes, parents nights out, and summer camps and recommend them all!“

“My kids have loved taking karate here. The instructors are all very engaging, focused, energetic, and professional. They pack a lot into the training sessions and you can tell they take pride in their work. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Wonderful staff and program. My son has been a member here for 18 months, from age 15 to now 17. His growth over that time has been impressive - work ethic, attitude, maturity, and confidence. Our relationship has greatly improved over this period as well. Lots of kids and women are involved at all levels as well. I’m finally going to do my 2 week intro and give it a shot as well.“

“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.“

“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 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.“

“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“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Knowledgeable and friendly staff, great instruction and great attitude overall. A must attend while in the DFW area!“