My daughter started at HK Taekwondo as a Tiger (5 years old) and over the last five years has…read moreearned her Red Belt. HK Taekwondo has been the one to take her through this entire journey so close to reaching the top. HK Taekwondo is probably the best experience I've not only had with a martial arts studio, is has been and still remains one of the best family owned businesses I've ever had experiences with. Master Kim and his Teachers are firm, consistent, teach discipline but not through aggression or anger rather sternness and firmness at a level the child can comprehend and understand. I believe this is why over the last five years, I have seen other kids also grow up in the same program. If you want to start this journey as adult or with your child I very much highly recommend this school. PS - I also know this school follows guidelines and teaching standards for a path to the Olympics.

Most of the high reviews are from years ago…read more Master Kim, the owner, is missing and rarely interacts with students. The instructors are hit or miss. If you get one of the 2 that actually teach they have different approaches that contradict each other. A 3rd teacher is a student that has no business teaching. He has no leadership ability and the students have no respect for him. At one point in 2022 their main instructor at the time went on vacation and then was out sick for an extended time. During that time, the owner, master Kim was still no where to be found and the classes were taught by students. When the instructor came back most of the classes were a disobedient mess. No one was prepared for that round of testing so they had the students repeat the previous test since they went 2 months without learning anything. When you look at the calendar it is packed with classes, but that is not up to date. They teach multiple experience levels at the same time in a relatively tiny studio. There is no common space, for parents, gear, backpacks or shoes. Just a narrow walkway with a row of benches right off the mat. Students get close enough to hit spectators. Kids are stacked too close to each other and run into each other while practicing forms. There is so much confusion about which class is at each time, you almost always end up with lower belts in the advanced class. They take 30 minutes to warmup, split into groups, maybe do 5-10 minutes of Taekwondo, and then spend the last 15 minutes of class playing a kids game like tag or jump rope. The week before each test they realize how under prepared most students are and suddenly get serious. They need everyone to sign up for the test because it is a revenue generator. You get to the test, where master Kim makes an appearance. His rambling and confusing comments drag the event beyond the expected time, usually running an hour late for 1 hour time blocks. The test devolves into him referring to everyone as "you" since he doesn't know any of his students names. He starts teaching a class during the test. It is really more judgement on the poor quality of instructors rather than the students trying to pass. The parents sit there asking themselves where this level of instruction has been the prior 3 months. Ultimately the students try multiple times, take breaks to have 1 on 1 training sessions before they try again. Eventually after enough attempts most of them pass. I wrote this review while sitting at a belt test, watching multiple students fail even though they required a testing form to be signed in advance by an instructor, acknowledging they were ready. Master Kim determines if the kids pass the test, but the instructors somehow have no idea what his standards are. In the weeks leading up to the test, us and other families were requesting help on specific aspects of the test but the help provided by the instructor (who is actually a student on the performance team) was minimal and provided no constructive feedback. Over half of the students failed and the owner told those families that he would personally guarantee to work with them for 2 weeks and they would retest and pass. From Friday to Tuesday master Kim forgot about the promise he made. It turned into assigning a different instructor to work with them which turned into students (who were not instructors or black belts) working with the kids for about 15 minutes in one of the classes. The most frustrating part of the re-test was an instructor telling the kids if they worked "this hard" before the original test they would have passed the first time. Absolutely disconnected, if the instructors were consistent every class, rather than just the week before a test, their students would have actually been prepared. But keep letting the kids run around playing tag with pool noodles.

We have been taking our daughter here since 2016. We started out at the round rock location and…read moretransfered here since it was closer. My daughter is now a black belt and continuing classes. They have great out of school activities like kicking for miracles.

Our kids have been attending Master Yang's TKD since the day Cedar Park opened and we can easily…read moresay that it has been a truly wonderful experience for our family. Master Higgins and his well trained team are top notch and when COVID hit last year, they were one of the few places that got it right from the start. To switch to virtual classes, flexibility with schedule while maintaining a high level curriculum was not an easy task, but they did an excellent job. I highly recommend!

I wasn't expecting such enjoyable and friendly teachers which is great as they are so patient and…read morehelpful with my restless and testy children. By nature I tend to be very skeptical of many places for my kids but so far I am very glad we found a great group of instructors especially considering they have a genuine interest in teaching and helping others in the community. Very highly recommended!!

From the owner: We teach the Traditional Style of Tae Kwon Do. You will learn the global standard of Tae Kwon Do…read moretraining under a 9th Degree Grand Master. It is an Olympic recognized sport which gives anyone the opportunities they seek in a martial arts or karate style hobby or career.

Finding a place where your child feels comfortable, supported, and excited to learn is…read morepriceless--and that's exactly what we found here! The instructors were so patient with him and gave him the space to open up while gently encouraging him along the way. Seeing the difference now is amazing--he looks forward to every class and comes home so proud of himself! What I love most is that they're not just teaching Tae Kwon Do. They're helping the kids build confidence, discipline, respect, focus, and good habits in such a positive and encouraging environment. The instructors truly care about the kids, and it shows in everything they do. We're so happy we found this place!

First the good:…read more Master Yang and Master Higgins are outstanding instructors! They obviously have a love for Tae Kwon Do and for teaching in general. You and/or your child will likely learn a lot under their teaching. They will dedicate time to you and/or your child to help you along in the process. Now, for the disappointing: When you sign up, it appears you are signing a contract, which is completely understandable. As it turns out, not only are you signing a contract, you are applying for a loan, which will go on your credit report. Keep this in mind, as signing up (unless you are paying cash for everything up front) will likely impact your credit report, as it did ours.

If you are looking to learn Tae Kwon Do - this is the place! We were trying to stay away from…read moreMcDojos, and luckily found Master Jung's dojang. Two months in, we learned and improved a lot. We are all enjoying the classes and how precise and accurate Master Jung is in his teaching. He breaks down the moves, explains them, and lets us repeat enough times so our body learns how to move, kick, etc fluently, quickly, and correctly. He checks and corrects each student. At the same time, each class is very different from the other, so we get to experience varied moves and then put them together. This makes classes fun and interesting for both kids and adults. We are very blessed to have Master Jung teach - his classes are well worth our investment, as we are both learning and improving rapidly! If you are looking for a real dojang - look no further!

Too quality teaching taught by the best instructor. Focus's…read moreon student's disciple, respect and life skill. And don't forget about the amazing Olympic style taekwondo teachings! I would recommend anyone from young to old to try it out!!

My son is in the little warriors class, and LOVES it! He has learned so much in such a short amount…read moreof time. Tae Kwon Do has really helped my son learn to focus a little more, and it has overall been such a great thing for him!

My daughter has been going here for almost a year. Our neighbor had a birthday party at the school…read moreas she is a student there. We went and my daughter had a blast and the parents couldn't say enough good things about the instructor/owner Mr. Evans. So we talked to Evans and he said for her to come to a real class for free and see if she liked it (as the birthday parties are a little more loose and silly compared to regular class). Sounded like a solid deal so we did 2 days later and to our surprise she loved it. She goes to class about 3-4 times a week only because some days the class for her belt group was at a time that we couldn't get off work in time to get her there. The new location is awesome because it is so close to our house and Mr. Evans and some of the black belt student instructors like Donald and Daeyon (god I think I spelled that right) are amazing. The amount of patience these guys have with working with kids from 5/6 all the way up to 13/14 year olds for the "kids" classes is amazing. We have seen such a big difference in our daughter's confidence as well as manners too (not that she was a bad kid or rude to begin with) but they teach kids about respect and courtesy and what it means to have self discipline and other values. Plus the exercise she gets has been great for her too, and I feel that if she did get picked on by bullies she could deal with it. The place is great, lots of our neighbors have daughters that go there and it is awesome seeing the girls kick ass as much as the boys. We couldn't get my daughter into any extracurricular activities like Dance or anything, so we were very happy she has found this. The school also rewards kids for good attendance as well as getting good grades at school. If you are looking for your kids then call them and set up a day to check it out. I would be surprised if they didn't love it and it is very affordable.

This is an amazing school! I live in Liberty Hill, and I…read morejoined just to try and get some exercise and lose weight. After three weeks, I was completely hooked. My two adult sons have done: MMA, Brazilian Ju Jitsu, Karate, etc. and their classes always looked pretty boring to me, just nonstop kicking and punching. Moy Tung is not that. It's a very complex and interesting system. I can't say enough good things about the instructors: Nic and BeeBee. They are so encouraging and enthusiastic and helpful. They go out of their way to break down and explain the techniques. They are very talented and patient teachers. This Moy Tung Kung Fu Academy is a very inclusive and welcoming place to train. You don't have to spend years trying to earn your way into a click or the inner circle. I have been doing it for 4 months now, and I have become so much healthier and stronger, both physically and mentally.

I am new to Kung Fu, and have been curious for years about the impact this discipline would bring…read moreto my daily life. It has been a challenging and rewarding journey. The staff is dedicated, exact, and caring. Yes, they push you to get it right. For me at age 64, I'm glad I finally found a place where they love their craft, it shows. I am getting stronger, more at peace, and now look forward to what I can learn. I hope I never have to employ these moves, but I will be prepared if this day come. Regards, Thomas Stirneman

As a lifelong martial artist and founder of TaeKwonYuSul, I have had the privilege of teaching…read moreTaekwondo and Hapkido for over 40 years. For the past two decades, I have conducted seminars across the country, sharing the principles of Taekwondo and TaeKwonYuSul with dedicated martial arts communities. Among the many schools I've worked with, Master Kaufman's Taekwondo studio stands out. I've had the pleasure of working closely with Master Kaufman and his students for more than 20 years. During that time, I've witnessed firsthand the excellence of his instruction and the character of his students. They consistently demonstrate respect, discipline, and a sincere dedication to learning. Their skill level and attitude are a direct reflection of Master Kaufman's tireless commitment--not only to teaching martial arts techniques but also to shaping strong, responsible individuals. Master Kaufman is a true martial artist and educator. His passion for the arts and his care for his students are evident in everything he does. I am proud to continue working alongside him and to support the work he's doing for the next generation of martial artists. -- Grandmaster Sam Um Founder of TaeKwonYuSul

My son joined magnum force TKD 3 years ago and my daughter has been coming here for about 8 months…read more. Master Kaufman is the most sincere teacher I have ever seen. I tried couple of taekwondo academy and found magnum force best among them all. We love the courage, respect , technique and discipline in Master Kaufman teachings. kids are given lots of attention to make sure they understand the drills and do them correctly. I love how master Kaufman encourage the children and boost their confidence. We love the taekwondo experience. Taekwondo leads to better fitness, self-discipline, and promotes self-confidence. Classes are well structured, and Master Kaufman provides a wonderful character development program through Taekwondo. Master Kaufman is a great role model for his students! We highly recommend Magnum force TKD.

There are plenty of TaeKwondo and other martial arts school in Austin so picking the right one can…read morebe difficult. After much searching, I have found the right place for our entire family. The Round Rock TaeKwondo is affiliated with the Tiger Rock program. They have several locations in the Austin area and membership to one allows you to take classes at any of their locations. They offer TaeKwondo, Jiu Jitsu, grappling and Yoga classes for toddlers to adults. We have been here for almost a month now. This is location is owned by Mr. Toohey and run by his wife, both are super friendly. Mr. Toohey is very good with kids. He is firm, yet nurturing. He has their respect and they look forward to coming to class everyday. I have never seen my boys so excited to go anywhere. They are even cleaning their rooms and practicing piano just so they can go to TaeKwondo. The new location is much larger, with large viewing windows and a separate room for their after school care. The family membership is a great deal so my husband and I are going to try their Jiu Jitsu program. If you are looking for a great martial arts program in a family-friendly atmosphere, I highly recommend this location.

Amazing Taekwando!! Our 8 year old absolutely enjoys it. It's been only a month but he is enjoying…read moreit and doesn't miss a class. He is attentive during the class and enjoys the learning. Mr Toohey is an amazing teacher, so much patience, just incredible. There are so many martial arts to choose from and I am lucky to have found the perfect one for us!!