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Championship Martial Arts - Maryville
4.9 ★★★★★ 261 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Maryville, Tennessee
Part of Championship Martial Arts
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 — 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 kickwiththebest.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (865) 681-0822
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 2–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I signed up my daughter to help her grow in discipline and focus, but more than anything, I have seen her grow in confidence simply by being involved in this program!”
“Whether you’re looking to build confidence, learn self-defense, or advance in Taekwondo, CMA is the place to be.”
Other martial arts here
“Karate is a great confidence builder for her!”
“Whether you’re looking to build confidence, learn self-defense, or advance in Taekwondo, CMA is the place to be.”
What students say
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for both beginners and experienced martial artists to thrive.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming and supportive, making it easy for both beginners and experienced martial artists to thrive.”
“I signed up my daughter to help her grow in discipline and focus, but more than anything, I have seen her grow in confidence simply by being involved in this program!”
“She has made friends in each CMA class and has competed in CMA tournaments (and has the medals to prove it).”
“If you are looking for an activity that encourages discipline and excellence while inspiring and supporting your child, Championship Martial Arts (CMA) might be the right fit.”
From the reviews
We've been part of Champion Martial Arts for about 18 months now, and it’s been an amazing experience! My daughter, two granddaughters, and I are feeling healthier, more energetic, and overall better—especially me, and I’m no spring chicken!
My son absolutely loves CMA! Well our whole family actually loves CMA. We like that they don't just focus on the student, but the family as well. They work hard train hard, but have fun things through out the year to involve all of us!
We absolutely LOVE CMA!!!! I signed up my daughter to help her grow in discipline and focus, but more than anything, I have seen her grow in confidence simply by being involved in this program!
CMA Taekwondo is truly outstanding! The instructors are not only incredibly skilled but also genuinely invested in the growth and success of each student. My experience here has been nothing short of amazing.
New to taekwondo? Start at Championship Martial Arts - Maryville
Championship Martial Arts - Maryville 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 Championship Martial Arts - Maryville
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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