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Great Neck Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Virginia Beach, Virginia
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 — 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule gnmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 757-510-0517
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He is great with kids of all ages, teaches them not only martial arts, but also important life skills such as integrity, self control, perseverance and honor.”
“One from age 3 to 8 when he obtained his 1st degree Black Belt.”
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What students say
“Burns is an amazing instructor and has an awesome team!”
“He is great with kids of all ages, teaches them not only martial arts, but also important life skills such as integrity, self control, perseverance and honor.”
“He is great with kids of all ages, teaches them not only martial arts, but also important life skills such as integrity, self control, perseverance and honor.”
“One from age 3 to 8 when he obtained his 1st degree Black Belt.”
“He is great with kids of all ages, teaches them not only martial arts, but also important life skills such as integrity, self control, perseverance and honor.”
From the reviews
We have 2 grandsons who attended Mr. Burns Academy. One from age 3 to 8 when he obtained his 1st degree Black Belt. Without doubt one of the best investments we have made in their future. The self confidence and character building have paid major dividends in the successful young men they have become.
Mr.Burns is an amazing instructor and has an awesome team! Kyle Burns is my brother and we grew up doing taekwondo together at the old studio. He has always loved the practice and wanted to be there learning more- it was a natural fit for him to be where he is with his studio as owner and instructor!
Fantastic martial arts program. Instructor Kyle Burns is a former student of the academy now turned instructor and owner. He is great with kids of all ages, teaches them not only martial arts, but also important life skills such as integrity, self control, perseverance and honor.
Both of my young children go here and we LOVE it. Mr. Burns and Mr.Tuell are exceptional with conducting a structured class that teaches skills and respect, all while making it fun and engaging for the students. My kids ask me to go to tae kwon do daily!
New to taekwondo? Start at Great Neck Martial Arts Academy
Great Neck Martial Arts Academy 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 Great Neck Martial Arts Academy
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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