I am so excited that Mr. O'Malley opened his school in the North Shore. He is one of the best Tae Kwon Do Instructors in the world. I will not repeat what others have already mentioned in their reviews but I can finally train as much as I like, take as many classes as I like on any day from a Hall of Famer! Most schools limit you to train on specific days or once a week like a preschool or something. How are you going to learn anything like that. I love taking Mr. O'Malley's classes, he makes every technique look simple and breaks it down so you can understand it. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or advanced, he will help you learn it. Speaking of techniques, I have never seen anyone generate so much power from their techniques. Its like he's not even human. :) One thing that is also impressing me lately is how fast the people are learning and grasping their techniques. This is just a testament to Mr. O'Malley's teaching ability...to be able to take someone off the street and within a month...teach them so well that they are throwing sidekicks and roundhouses like they have been doing it for years...especially the little ones...they are very impressive to watch. Now I have to also mention that I am not the only one in my family that is taking lessons there. My wife and two daughters are also taking lessons. At first my wife didn't think it was going to be fun and she is very surprised...and my daughters...try to stop them from going to Mr. O'Malley's. I dare you. They are only 4 and 6, but all they talk about is how much fun it is and are always trying to get us to watch them do their form, Chung gi or their new favorite kick, the side kick. They are always asking us to call Mr. O'Malley so that they can show him their kicks. Now if they weren't enjoying themselves and didn't like it, believe me we would hear about it. They are such divas! One final thing I wanted to mention, it is not only fun and a great way to learn to defend yourself but it is a GREAT exercise as well. I have already lost 8 pounds in about 6 weeks! I don't see how you can take these classes and not lose weight. I highly recommend Mr. O'Malley's Tae Kwon Do Center to anyone wanting to learn a martial art or participate in a fun physical activity (with benefits - weight loss, self defense...etc). read more

Mr. O'Malley has been teaching Tae Kwon Do for the past 35 years. He has competed at the international level as a US team member and was recently inducted to to Tae Kwon Do Hall of Fame. He also served as the US Team coach in 1985. It's been an honor for me to have known Mr. O'Malley for the past ten years and to have trained under his supervision. Mr. O'Malley teaches traditional Tae Kwon Do's techniques, discipline and spirit. His class can be filled with different ranks of students (from white to black belts). Going from the basics to much more complex techniques, everyone walks away with more than just a good workout but also with significant improvement in individual techniques. After years of training, some student mistakes can be too subtle to detect. Mr. O'Malley knows just the right approach to bring people to next level. The students at the school have great relationships. Higher ranks are eager to coach lower ranks. Beginners can also learn and practice with each other. The ranks do not separate the students but rather create more opportunities for learning. Beginners start out with private lessons before joining an all-levels class. The variety of the classes is also a plus - all levels, forms, high-intensity, sparring techniques and more. The school is open 7 days a week with late closing times during the week (last class starts at 7:30PM). This helps people who works full time during the day to still be able to practice at night. The school facility is well-constructed and maintained. The dojang floor is made of high density tatami textured mat. Bathrooms, showers, and lockers are kept very clean. I highly recommend this school to people who would like to learn more about martial art or continue their training. read more

I have been training at the MJ O'Malley Tae Kwon Do Center for about 6 months now and I can truly say this is a top-notch school. I last practiced Tae Kwon Do over 10 years ago in Boston and stopped my training due to the commute. I had been thinking about returning to the sport and was pleasantly surprised and excited when I found out Mr. O'Malley was opening up a school in Peabody! Why was I surprised and excited? Well, Mr. O'Malley is well respected and one of the best instructors in the world with 37 years of experience to boot. I am grateful for the opportunity to be trained by him. I like the fact that the school is open 7 days per week which means I can train whenever i want. There are many classes and they easily fit my schedule. And, there are no restrictions to how often I can go, unlike other schools.The school has a great atmosphere and the classes give you an awesome workout. The workouts are serious, but also fun. My nephew is also a member of the school and he loves going and he is always showing me his new form or the kick he is perfecting. It has been a wonderful bonding experience. In fact, many parents and their children train together at the school. Also, if you are female and wonder about this being a masculine sport or too aggressive, don't be intimidated! You will learn an ancient art, develop self-defense skills and build confidence as well as inner and physical strength. What's not to love? If you are looking to get back into your training, are looking for something new to try or have children and want them to experience the martial arts, this is the place to be! read more

I wholeheartedly recommend MJ O'Malley Tae Kwon Do Center! The best way for you to know whether the school is the right place for you and your family is to stop by for a visit. The school is open Monday through Saturday. Hours are listed on their web site. If you're experienced in TKD or other martial arts, you'll know what to look for, and what questions to ask. If you're new to martial arts, a few things to consider. Members range from ages 5 through 70 and above. If you're looking for a place for your kids to exercise and learn focus and respect, notice how much the fun kids are having while still learning the traditional TKD principles. Each student, of any age, receives personal attention, as well as the benefits of working out in a group. If you're focused on developing your martial arts skills, watch the instructors, but more important, watch the students of all the different ranks. The school is a wonderful, diverse place where people come together to get in shape, have fun and improve themselves. read more

This school offers great classes from all instructors. My family has received personal attention in private lessons and also during classes from both Master O'Malley and Mr. Folau. They helped our daughter develop her self esteem and confidence and also helped her pay attention to her surroundings. I appreciated and respected the personal feedback, even when I was at first disappointed, to hear that she was not yet ready to test for the next belt rank. It was a good lesson for her to work harder and reach her own potential, rather than simply be on a schedule that might have worked for other kids. And I realize now that was evidence that the school pays close attention to all students individually. My husband started classes, too and it has been such a great experience for all of us to share stories and even practice techniques together. We absolutely love it!! read more

Thank you very much for taking us on this journey. When my daughter started Tae Kwon Do, our goal for her was to get active while socializing with others and to learn the fundamentals of Martial arts. Years later, we are delighted, we got more than we bargained. Our daughter has grown to be a leader at school and outside.She has tremendously been doing great in all areas. She countinues to show respect, integrity and hard work. We could not have been more proud thanks to the well done job by M J O'Malley and his entire Team. Their caring personality and work ethics are truly impressive. We are fortunate enough to be part of this institution. read more

We looked at a lot of schools before choosing O'Malley's. This school really is wonderful. Both of my boys enjoy going. They have fun, but also are learning about hard work, self control and confidence. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. There is unlimited class time.. you can go as much or as little as your schedule permits. They also offer camps when there are days off from school. My husband recently joined, and he also loves going. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for a school that manages to take teaching TKD seriously while maintaining a warm and fun atmosphere. read more

A World Class Tae Kwon Do Center right in our backyard. How lucky can we get. Master O'Malley and Instructor Folau provide exceptional instruction for beginner (which my son and I are) and expert alike. The classes are very enjoyable and their schedule offers many options to attend. For example, their last class on the weekdays is at 7:30pm, which works great with my busy schedule. Although my son and I have only been members since May of this year, Master O'Malley and Instructor Folau have gone out of their way to make us feel very welcome and part of the O'Malley TKD family. read more

M J O'Malley Tae Kwon Do School is amazing. They are wonderful with the kids and they are very flexible. They have camps for school vacations, they do fun activity days for the students. Once you check this school out you won't need to look at another. read more