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Galvan's Martial Arts in Brownsville

5 ★★★★★ 106 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Brownsville, Texas

Taekwondo school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — 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
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  • Website & schedule teamgma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 956-254-3988

Hours

Monday 5–9 pm
Tuesday 5–9 pm
Wednesday 5–9 pm
Thursday 5–9 pm
Friday 5–9 pm
Saturday 10 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Galvan's Martial Arts in Brownsville, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 19 mentions

“I cannot express how much my child has benefited; he has acquired self-defense skills and his confidence has significantly increased.”

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💪 Women's Classes

“💕Special thanks to @galvansmartialarts for teaching the women self defense course🙏 ✨It was so much fun & we learned a lot of ways to protect ourselves!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“💕Special thanks to @galvansmartialarts for teaching the women self defense course🙏 ✨It was so much fun & we learned a lot of ways to protect ourselves!”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Galvan's Martial Arts in Brownsville — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🤼 Jiu-Jitsu

“I have been training at Galvans Gracie Humita BJJ school for several years.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“💕Special thanks to @galvansmartialarts for teaching the women self defense course🙏 ✨It was so much fun & we learned a lot of ways to protect ourselves!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 106 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 3 mentions

“👍🏼 great experience on first introduction class great instructors”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 6 mentions

“Very patient & supportive with the kids My son loved the introduction to the program & we’re very happy to be apart of the team !”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“Galvan’s Martial Arts has truly been the best decision for my sons. The program has helped them develop confidence, discipline, and a love for martial arts.”

certified & recognized school 3 mentions

“Master Manny, Coach Martha, Coach Cristian and really all of the coaches/staff are pretty amazing.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 6 mentions

“They are very structured and promote discipline but at the same time you can tell that they value making a connection with each of their students.”

From the reviews

I am truly blessed to have found such great instructors. My son is very shy & mildly autistic, the instructors took the time to gain his trust and help him start participating. They make sure all children are involved and enjoying the class!! Awesome choice!

★★★★★ — Denyce, Jun 2016

I have been training at Galvans Gracie Humita BJJ school for several years. I can honestly say Professor Manny Galvan and Professor Martha Galvan are highly trained and very professional. Their school gives off a family vibe and they welcome all who want to train. So if you’re interested it is never too late to start.

★★★★★ — Oscar, Oct 2023

💕Special thanks to @galvansmartialarts for teaching the women self defense course🙏 ✨It was so much fun & we learned a lot of ways to protect ourselves! 💪

★★★★★ — Rocio, Dec 2024

This dojo is the best one I have ever had the privilege of training at. Master Manny will push you. He sees your potential and will try to increase it exponentially. The family environment that exists at this dojo is awesome.

★★★★★ — Mike, Oct 2021

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Your first taekwondo class at Galvan's Martial Arts in Brownsville

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.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Galvan's Martial Arts in Brownsville

2310 North Expy, Brownsville, TX78521

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