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Campbell's ATA Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Bangor, Maine
Part of ATA Martial Arts
Style / system: ATA / Songahm — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 3–13) — 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 campbellsata.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (207) 944-6704
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We ended up committing because not only did my daughter enjoy learning taekwondo, but the people, from the front desk to the teachers, are all amazing.”
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What students say
“Great school with amazing instructors who create the best learning environment for our kids.”
“It feels like more than just a class — it feels like a community.”
“Campbells ATA is by far the BEST thing that has happened to my child.”
“The new owner is committed to make this the best place around for everyone to learn Taekwondo as well as discipline and other life skills.”
From the reviews
My daughter has been going there for a month or so. The instructors are great with the kids, and I've seen a drastic improvement in my daughters behavior and self confidence.
Campbell's ATA Martial Arts offers a great program that teaches the fundamentals of Taekwondo and instills important character attributes like focus, discipline, confidence, and perseverance.
Campbell’s ATA has been amazing! My son had been training in another style of taekwondo for 4.5 years prior to moving and starting here. They welcomed him with open arms. The Campbells are such wonderful people. Mr. O and Mr. Fung are incredible instructors.
I have learned so much not only about how to improve my Taekwondo but myself as a whole person. The instructors are excellent! They challenge you in a positive and caring way. I always go back seeking to learn more and discipline myself in the art. The owners are kind people and are always pleasant to talk to.
New to taekwondo? Start at Campbell's ATA Martial Arts
Campbell's ATA Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Campbell's ATA 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.