We absolutely love king tiger martial arts! My 6-year-old has been attending for a few months now, and the growth we've seen has been incredible. Not only are they learning strong karate skills, but their confidence, focus, and discipline have improved so much. One of the biggest differences we've noticed is in school. The lessons they've learned in class about respect, listening carefully, and staying focused have really carried over into the classroom. Their teacher has even commented on how much they're excelling and how much more confident and attentive they've become. It's amazing to see how the skills from karate translate into everyday life. Master C is patient, encouraging, and truly wonderful positive role model to these young kids!!! All the instructors keep the classes fun and engaging while still teaching structure and responsibility. My child looks forward to every class and is always excited to show and tell master c the good work he's done outside of the studio! The studio is clean, safe, welcoming, and has such a positive, supportive atmosphere. It really feels like a community. We couldn't be happier with our experience thus far and highly recommend this studio to any parents looking to give their child a strong foundation both on and off the mat! read more

I don't take martial arts lessons but our halau practices here on Sundays. It is a nice sized studio that they keep nice and clean. They have a large main room, a yoga room and a smaller practice room. I love walking in and seeing the inspirational things they have on their wall and front windows. read more

I don't take martial arts but my class holds practices here every Sunday. Am newbie but the amenities look top notch- as you enter there is a counter with essentials as merchandise for sale. As you enter the dojo, mirrors live the front wall, the entire dojo area is lined with cushioned mats. There's a TV in the rear wall, am sure good to watch instant replays of martial arts demo's or competitions. Planking the TV are nam chuks, sticks, etc.The left side has benches for audience to watch and cubbies with trophies on them. On the opposite wall are the American and Korean flags.hanging overhead from the ceiling are posters seemingly made by students here. Very spacious, airy and conducive to classes of any kind. read more

King Tiger Martial Arts - Dojo - Martial Arts Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Awesome instructors, builds confidence in my son. He loves it. They move the kids through the belts at a good pace and I'm impressed with the retention my son has with the forms read more

5th Class completed and the first mile stone passed. Earning the white belt in another martial art at 43. My body is sore and the diet is tough but that just means we're doing it right. Thank you so much Ktma-Master Cielo for this experience it means so much to me and my family. Ehn Figgs thank you for being such a good sparring partner. Still so far to go!!! I'm eager and blessed! . The challenges I'm facing here are helping me conquer the challenges I'm facing in life!!! read more

My kid loves being in here and everything they are doing. He always looking forward to what is the next form after the other. All the staffs are the best! read more

There are at least three reasons why being a part of KTMA is important to me. The first would be that I'm able to challenge myself as an individual, pushing outside of my normal comfort zone, and pursuing something beneficial to me. Then, to show my children if you want something in life you need to earn it and work hard for it. This expectation does not stop with childhood but will follow you through to adulthood. One of the final reasons is to continue to further immerse in taekwondo and Korean culture. My four children and I are a part of this studio. The instructors show and give their dedication and passion every day we are there. I'm very appreciative of being a part of this "family". read more

Didn't think much of it till my boys started attending. Now theirs new found confidence, new found skill set, and new found friendships. My kids now have a new found hunger and self discipline. I recommend this place to any and everyone. read more

Instructor Perida (2 classes) Master Cielo (1 class) Seriously intense. Great exercise. Strength building. Focus. Learn self defense moves. Camaraderie with fellow classmates. Respect is always shown for instructor, self and peers. The children's class was before my class each day and I really see what a great impact this can have in a young child's or teen's life (respect, strength, discipline, self-confidence, character, follow-through). Instructor Perida was very patient with me. On my part, I tried everything that I was instructed to do, never having the "I can't" attitude. I really had the most wonderful time here. I'm not particularly athletic and hadn't been engaging in any workout-type activities in the weeks prior to taking the class so I definitely did not feel physically ready for this challenge. The first class I took was on a Thursday which turned out to be an intermediate class (oops). We were dripping sweat onto the mat half-way through every class. What I really appreciated is that during certain portions of the class when they were doing advanced moves Instructor Perida would instruct myself and the other newbie to repeat one of the earlier moves, or do the simpler kick rather than the combination kicks. The class consist of the warm-up to get your blood flowing and get your muscles and joints loosened up, the workout/instruction period, and the cool-down. After these classes I felt stronger, more confident and capable in my abilities like I could take on other challenges. And I am grateful to have learned a few great self-defense maneuvers. A few weeks after my last lesson I had the privilege of seeing the students and instructors of King Tiger Martial Arts do a skills demonstration synchronized to music at a festival. It was a wondrous spectacle. It was such showmanship. A splash of punches and lunges and kicks and flips and faux fighting with sticks. I was in such awe of their precision, their movements in unison they were so in sync. Power and determination behind each deliberate motion it was indeed a great performance. Master Cielo has 20+ years experience. read more

Don't ever give this business your email address! Came in for a free class and gave my email address for more information. Now, over a year and multiple unsubscribe requests through their website and to their business email address, I still get monthly email addresses. Not cool read more

Master Cielo and all the staff are amazing. This is not just a martial arts school, it is a small family community. We met Master Cielo at an event with the Virginia Beach Public schools where he was teaching about anti-bullying and what steps to take to prevent and/or get out of a bullying situation for kids. He is an amazing and inspirational teacher. The programs he teaches falls inline with our family values and the core values that all children should be learning. He not only teaches them martial arts, he reinforces good citizenship and education. His programs include self discipline, healthy habits, book reading, and practice that are all requirements signed off by parents to a certain level before the next belt test can be taken. On top of everything that is being taught we have fun in the classes also. Family events, small friendly competitions, and a parents group to help it be a full family experience. read more

King Tiger Martial Arts - Martial Arts Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Excellent instructors who are dedicated to helping everyone achieve success. Regularly scheduled family events and fun for kids and adults of all ages.The owner is not out to set a money trap another reviewer suggests, as consumers we all have options to purchase merchandise elsewhere. Master Cielo routinely volunteers his time to our local public schools. Unbeknownst to many he also offered free classes to a group of high risk youth for more than 2 years; many of these teens were on probation or had been locked up. I watched each of them give him their hard earned respect and they positively responded to his mentoring. They looked forward to each class and for its duration I watched them transform into unbroken teenagers who once again felt good about themselves and believed they could accomplish anything. The bad reviews found here read more like personal vendettas instead of honest reviews. This is no place for slandering someone or attacking their character. read more

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This place is a joke and embarrassment to the martial arts there is no respect the instructor lets kids run about in the dojo and on the training mats while class is going on and very noisy more like a day care and the student teachers are a joke I was embarrassed to sit there and watch you could probably pay to get a black belt waste of time and money I give it a F- - - - - Couldn't erase the star it gets no stars read more

Omg, how wrong I was. I picked this place and have been so disappointed. Shortly after signing our 1 yr contract the main teacher left. Master Cielo began to teach less and less leaving it to the 14-16 yr old red/black and black belts or Ms.Bobby (she does so much and tries so hard) to teach and to answer phones. He did get a new instructor but between birthday parties, running the front desk, and running classes I'm sure the teacher to child limit is well over regulation. I thought you actually had to pass your test to get the belt but you really don't. You can mediocre half ass through it and you'll get it. It's just a racket to get money, that's why they have more belts/colors then most TKD schools. Where I really notice do own bad it was, was when we started going to tournaments. Yellow belts from other schools knew far more advanced techniques, they used weapons (not taught at all till red belts the KTMA), there sparring was superb, basically they were way better than our green and blue belts. And it kept happening. When you go you are impressed by the older black belts but don't be fooled! The instructors who trained them aren't there anymore. Your kid will not get that and you will be stuck in a contract. Whatever you do, don't sign the 3 yr contract! Since this is so long I won't get into the safety hazard that "summer camp" was. Don't do it. Oh yeah , ask around you will find different people pay different amounts for the same classes at the studio. Awesome eh? read more

Both my sons who are 7 and 6 yrs old go goes here and it was one of the best decisions my husband and I made. My oldest been going for 3 yrs and my youngest for the past 4 mons. My youngest was having difficulties with his confidence as well as his behavior afterhe started King Tiger his behavior has improved as well as his shyness. I highly recommend them!!! read more

King Tiger Martial Arts - My children really loves this school! - Martial Arts Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I went for a free trial day. Upon arriving they took us to the class for the 3-5 kids. The instructor, a lady did not greet us or anything just simply look at us with an attitude and told us no shoes. My son was so excited for this class when I told him but as soon as he saw the instructor being rude he did not want to even participate. This was his first time and when he was called to the front the instructor told him to do skills that he did not knew and did not even show him just told him that if he was not participating to go and sit down. She really put my son down and that is not all. They are to kick an xray film with their foot. The instructor came to show my son who was holding his grandmother since he was terrified of the instructor lady. The instructor told him to kick it and if he didn't do it then she would hit him with it on the head.. which she did twice. HOW INAPPROPRIATE! Then she told him not to act like a victim and hit him again with it while he almost started crying. She acted like a completely bully towards my son. We came out of the class so disappointed and met with the owner, who did a wonderful job talking to my son but did not really address the issue and I felt like we were completely ignored when I later explained to him what had happen. The owner did a great job at teaching the second class but unfortunately I will not recommend this business. The teacher who teaches on Saturday morning is the worse and a bully! My concerns and what my son went through were completely ignore. read more

My five year old just didn't take to this sport. We struggled to get him out the door every week. We gave it a good go for four months then had to throw in the towel. King Tiger Chesapeake on Cedar Road would not let us out of the contract no matter what. Owner more interested in money than doing what is right. I was shocked at the response. read more

If I could give a zero star, I would. Terrible place. My child got foot fungus here coz they rarely clean the place. And it smells bad. Don't get me started on the instructor/owner. He didn't teach the proper way to spar. He just let kids hit each other. My child got traumatized, he didn't want to come back. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! read more

Master "C" is deceiving parents after their trail period. We did a quick quote/write up less than 5 minutes in December with possibility of starting in January. I never gave him my bank information. And he had me to believe it was just a quote for a membership. Meaning if I'd come back later than January the price could increase and I couldn't get the "great discount" I was offered. I told Master C a couple days later that unfortunately I was not going to be able to do this after talking to my husband. He just gave me a sad face and explained what a great program it was. What a joke! My son broke his foot at their Christmas party during the trial period since the side room stairs are poorly constructed. No one ever called me to tell me to come back, check on my son who was injured there, or tell me that I apparently signed a contract without my knowledge. Since then I have been receiving calls that I owe money to Member services; they told me I should of known what I was doing. Master C never takes any of my calls. They want me to pay $2400 for no service! I have not taken my son back there since the Christmas party (broken foot)! And the reception (Chris) says he can't even find my "contract" but guess who has it Member services who says I owe them. I'll be taking King Tiger to small claims court since he lied about everything. He can pay Member services my account balance since I received no service!! read more

My family and I have been going here for almost three years now. Great atmosphere and everyone is very supportive of each other.

This place is a joke, kids might have fun and break boards, even maybe learn some basics. However I trained here for over a year, when I went to the lead instructor's former teacher, the Former teacher said this guy was no good, a bad student with no black belt, and only after money and popularity. I found this to be true too. I left the school for a real teacher, but not until I found out the instructor was sleeping with the secretary, while married. I would rather throw my money in a fire than give it to this chump. For years I have continued training in various styles and I have toured many schools this is a MCDojang if I ever saw one. read more

Let me give you a review of 2015. Similar to what a previous reviewer said, this place gives false advertisement and is a money trap. Bought their groupon promo, tried out their kid's program then they want you to sign in a contract which is not part of the groupon deal. They will tell you about their current specials to make you sign into their contract. Look for a sign behind the front desk, "tuition fees are non-refundable." They make you well aware of that so they will not be held accountable later on. The program is supposedly design for kids and their martial arts capability. Kids do not understand what's behind every business ordeal when you sign them in any extracurricular activities so parents be aware. Go to a place where they provide true value to parents and their kids not your $. read more

I liked the instructor very much. Had no problem at all with the school. The Major Malfunction is with Member Solutions in Hatboro, Pa. Thats the company who handles billing for your member fees. I'll skip the long story. Just make sure you keep your contract because Member Solutions will continue to bill you when you only agree to a set number of months/payments. they are criminal. My bank is fixing it for me. they said to avoid unauthorized reoccurring payments, you should give a business your checking acct routing number and acct number, NOT card number. Those are harder to undo. read more