The best taekwondo schools in Alabama
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 1,998 reviews of Alabama schools. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real taekwondo schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 MAX3 Martial Arts (Hillcrest)
4.9 ★★★★★ 203 reviews · Mobile, AL
“My son has been going to Max3 since he was four years old. And he’s going on 7 now. The thing that I like about Max3 is the discipline, the focus following directions learning how …” — Leatha
#2 The Dojang Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 158 reviews · Trussville, AL
“The instructors at Dojang are exceptional, taking the time to ensure every student receives individual attention. Both instructors and assistants are incredibly patient and work wo…” — Trezmun
#3 Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Northport/Tuscaloosa
4.9 ★★★★★ 136 reviews · Northport, AL
“Our daughter (8 years old) loves Tiger Rock and is so excited for her next belt graduation. She began in February ‘21 and is already showing dramatic improvement.” — Adam
#4 Auburn Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 128 reviews · Auburn, AL
“Auburn MMA has my children excited to come each time even after 6-months! Auburn MMA fosters a positive and empowering learning environment for my 3-children. They not only teach p…” — P
#5 NXG Combat Sports & Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 98 reviews · Montgomery, AL
“We came to NXG because 2 different families recommended the gym and Coach Michael. We love that we are able to train together as a family in the AM class that accommodates homescho…” — Jessica
#6 McCoy's Taekwondo America
5 ★★★★★ 97 reviews · Arab, AL
“Can’t recommend this taekwondo school enough! The instructors are patient, easily able to work with all types of learners, and always eager to make sure everyone is doing their bes…” — Amy
#7 McLean's Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 91 reviews · Saraland, AL
“What a wonderful establishment full of wonderful people! We are in Alabama for a few months and decided to sign up for MMA classes while here (myself and my ten year old). We both …” — Travel
#8 McCranie ATA
5 ★★★★★ 86 reviews · Semmes, AL
“My son started about 9 months ago and not only has his self discipline improved but so has his attitude! Their patience is unmatched!!!!” — Haley
#9 Master Scarsella's World Class Tae Kwon Do
5 ★★★★★ 76 reviews · Birmingham, AL
“We signed up our oldest about a year and a half ago, and recently got our youngest started as well. I am always impressed by the teaching strategies and differentiation the instruc…” — Kelci
#10 Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Prattville
5 ★★★★★ 73 reviews · Prattville, AL
“We love Tiger Rock and the Crutchfields. My family has been going for about 4 years now. All three of my kids and myself. In tiger cubs they work on respect, focus, balance and coo…” — Tiffanyann