Taekwondo Classes in Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert has 4 taekwondo schools — including 2 with a free trial, 3 beginner-friendly, and 4 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what students say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each school runs, so you can find your school and book your first class. All ages and levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or flexible to start.
Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 165 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Gilbert
4.9 ★★★★★ 77 reviews
Elite Tae Kwon Do School
4.8 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Next Level Krav Maga Gilbert, Kickboxing, Taekwondo, Kids Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Self Defense
4.6 ★★★★★ 22 reviews
Good to know in Gilbert
For a recognized affiliation or certification (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon, or a certified black-belt master), students point to Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do, Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Gilbert, Elite Tae Kwon Do School and Next Level Krav Maga Gilbert, Kickboxing, Taekwondo, Kids Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Self Defense.
Plan your first class
These schools offer a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try taekwondo before you enroll. Check each school's schedule for the current offer.
- Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do ★★★★★ 5 (165)
- Elite Tae Kwon Do School ★★★★★ 4.8 (69)
New to taekwondo?
These schools are called out by students as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that you start with the basics and sparring builds up slowly with protective gear. Everyone started as a white belt.
- Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do ★★★★★ 5 (165)
- Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Gilbert ★★★★★ 4.9 (77)
- Elite Tae Kwon Do School ★★★★★ 4.8 (69)
Kids & teen taekwondo in Gilbert
These schools run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills. Check each school's schedule for age groups and times.
- Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do ★★★★★ 5 (165)
- Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Gilbert ★★★★★ 4.9 (77)
- Elite Tae Kwon Do School ★★★★★ 4.8 (69)
Taekwondo in Gilbert: quick answers
- How much do taekwondo classes cost a month in Gilbert?
- A few Gilbert schools list a membership around $200/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the school's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Gilbert schools offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 4 schools in Gilbert advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Master Shim's World Champion Tae Kwon Do, Elite Tae Kwon Do School. Offers change, so confirm on the school's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start taekwondo in Gilbert?
- Yes. Taekwondo welcomes complete beginners of every age, and you don't need to be fit or flexible first — classes build your strength, flexibility, and coordination. 3 Gilbert schools are highlighted by students as beginner-friendly. You start with the basics — stances, blocks, kicks, and forms — and sparring is introduced gradually with protective gear. Every student begins as a white belt.
- Are there kids' taekwondo classes in Gilbert?
- Yes — 4 Gilbert schools run kids' or youth taekwondo, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, focus, and anti-bully skills in a supervised setting; check each school's schedule for age groups and times.