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Bibbins Tae Kwon Do
4.7 ★★★★★ 73 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Palmetto, Florida
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
- Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule bibbinstkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (941) 681-8104
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–8 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 6–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been in martial arts for 6 years this year and with Master Bibbins for the past 9 months as he wanted a change from Karate to Tae Kwon Do.”
“I would recommend Bibbins Tae Kwon Do to any child, teen or adult who wants to learn the old school Tae Kwon Do forms and not this new acrobatic nonsense.”
“The students are taught self-defense, forms, and blocking.”
“He will be testing for his first belt in a few weeks.”
Other martial arts here
“My son has been in martial arts for 6 years this year and with Master Bibbins for the past 9 months as he wanted a change from Karate to Tae Kwon Do.”
“I had the pleasure of taking his Tae Kwon Do and new Kickboxing class.”
“The students are taught self-defense, forms, and blocking.”
What students say
“Master Bibbins is a fantastic instructor. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and really motivates everyone he works with.”
“Bibbins Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic school with skilled instructors, a welcoming environment, and a focus on discipline and personal growth.”
“Bibbins Tae Kwon Do is a fantastic school with skilled instructors, a welcoming environment, and a focus on discipline and personal growth.”
“I would recommend Bibbins Tae Kwon Do to any child, teen or adult who wants to learn the old school Tae Kwon Do forms and not this new acrobatic nonsense.”
“There are specialty classes for both children and adults, specialty training seminars, and the ability to compete at tournaments.”
From the reviews
My son started here a month ago. He came from a karate school and has been making great progress.The structure and teaching is exactly what we were looking for. Master Bibbins is a positive influence to my son in so many ways. He will be testing for his first belt in a few weeks. He is so excited as well as our family.
My son has been in martial arts for 6 years this year and with Master Bibbins for the past 9 months as he wanted a change from Karate to Tae Kwon Do. My son has learned more in the past 9 months with Master Bibbins than her learned in his 2 last year at his previous academy.
My grandson Ethan has studied Martial Arts for many years. When his mom researched Bibbins and enrolled him, it was the best decision she could have made. The students are treated equally with respect and discipline. This in turn teaches them to treat people with respect.
Had the pleasure of meeting Master Bibbins and his students over the weekend during a Taekwondo tournament. His students were compassionate, supportive, and talented. I was impressed with their technique and dedication to the art. Additionally, Master Bibbins is an excellent leader; he was efficient and friendly.
New to taekwondo? Start at Bibbins Tae Kwon Do
Bibbins Tae Kwon Do comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first taekwondo class at Bibbins Tae Kwon Do
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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