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Ascend Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Selma, California
Affiliated school — reviews and the school's own info point to a recognized taekwondo organization or franchise (think ATA Martial Arts, Kukkiwon certification, World Taekwondo, or ITF). If credentials matter to you, ask which association the school belongs to and where the head instructor earned their black-belt (dan) rank and certification.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 5–7) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Women's classes dedicated women's taekwondo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ascendmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (559) 318-9750
Hours
| Monday | 2–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 2–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–8 PM |
| Thursday | 2–8 PM |
| Friday | 2–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Daniel is a good instructor, he’s really patient with all the kids and takes his time to make sure that each one knows what they are doing!”
“That focuses on Taekwondo, bully defense, women’s self defense, and life skill development in the Selma/Reedley community.”
“That focuses on Taekwondo, bully defense, women’s self defense, and life skill development in the Selma/Reedley community.”
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“That focuses on Taekwondo, bully defense, women’s self defense, and life skill development in the Selma/Reedley community.”
What students say
“Daniel is a good instructor, he’s really patient with all the kids and takes his time to make sure that each one knows what they are doing!”
“Bautista and his instructors are very respectful and very helpful as soonest you walk in the doors they Greet you with a smile they make you feel like a part of a FAMILY!”
“Took my little cousin to learn some new defense techniques and he loved his class definitely worth checking out a lesson !”
“He has taught my daughter to find her confidence and she’s finally stepping out of her box!”
“Bautista for always being a good role model and for helping me become a state champion.”
“Bautista and his instructors are very respectful and very helpful as soonest you walk in the doors they Greet you with a smile they make you feel like a part of a FAMILY!”
From the reviews
Ascend Martial Arts is amazing. I have been going here for about 4 months and have learned so much. Not only do they teach you the forms, they also focus on goals and life lessons. Daniel and his team of instructors are very knowledgeable and dedicated!
Daniel is a good instructor, he’s really patient with all the kids and takes his time to make sure that each one knows what they are doing!! He has taught my daughter to find her confidence and she’s finally stepping out of her box!! She looks forward to going!! Recommend his business!!
Daniel is a great instructor and help students be respectful to there parents , love how he takes care of his students and parents.
I have three kids that go to The ascend martial arts school in Selma and Mr.Bautista and his instructors are very respectful and very helpful as soonest you walk in the doors they Greet you with a smile they make you feel like a part of a FAMILY!! I Highly recommend!! This school for your little ones. 💯👍
Your first taekwondo class at Ascend Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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