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Epic Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Annapolis, Maryland
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 3–18) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule goepicma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (443) 613-6668
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8 PM |
| Friday | 1–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors are engaging and great with the kids, and we enjoy the parents' nights out and other events they host.”
“5 years old and being able to be apart of Parent/little tiger class has really helped her maintain her focus.”
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What students say
“What truly sets Master Josh apart is how he treats his students like family.”
“They let the kids be kids, within reason of course, and still gently correct their form or call their attention.”
“Master Josh is deeply involved with his students and truly invested in their success.”
“Our daughter has been taking classes for almost two years and we have seen such a difference in her work ethic, attitude, and confidence.”
From the reviews
The instructors are so great at working with kids! They let the kids be kids, within reason of course, and still gently correct their form or call their attention. The classes start off with some conditioning/warm up, then they go to moves, and then they finish with some stretching.
The instructors are amazing and know when to gently push and when the kid is already challenged enough. They are very structured and have a planned curriculum, and the schedule is super flexible. Very professional experienced instructors. My son really looks forward to the classes. So glad we found this place!
I am so glad that Champions martial arts started a branch in Annapolis. Instructors CJ and Red are doing an awesome job training kids of all ages. They understand really well to deal with little ones and get their attention to the lesson. Kids get to learn many skills while having a great time.
In my first session with my autistic son and the instructors are beyond great! I’ve been turned down from multiple martial arts facilities but they welcomed us with open arms. Definitely will be coming back.
New to taekwondo? Start at Epic Martial Arts
Epic 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 Epic 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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