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Koclanis Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Scottsdale, Arizona
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
- Sparring sparring classes, from Olympic-style to point sparring — controlled, gear-on training that builds timing and confidence at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mountainviewkarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 343-6629
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Our two children have been attending Koclanis Martial Arts for nearly 4 years, and the experience has been incredible.”
“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”
Other martial arts here
“this place isn’t just a karate studio, it’s a place where everyone feels they can build their physical being in a judgement free environment.”
“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”
What students say
“Both Master Nick and Master Tristen are very patient and effective teachers.”
“i highly recommend people of all ages to come in to get to experience master nick’s traditional taekwondo teachings and master tristan’s sparring and self defense classes.”
“They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc.”
“I learned to have so much fun with new people, and learned a new form of martial arts i wasnt familiar with.”
“They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc.”
“Master Tristan and Master Nick not only do they treat everyone with kindness and respect but they encourage camaraderie and teamwork.”
From the reviews
My 4 kids started learning Taekwondo from Master Nick and Master Tristan about 4 years ago. They have been teaching my kids not only martial arts but also discipline, respect, humbleness, politeness, and importance in life, etc. They have been training mind and body. They are always friendly and professional.
I have been a member of Mountain View Karate since 1999, have attained the rank of 4th Degree Black Belt (Master). I would highly recommend this school for your children. Our instructors work with the children teaching them discipline, focus and to respect others.
Mountain View is legit. Whether you need to build confidence, re-center, or get in shape, karate is a great way! Master Nick is great with the kids as well! Very patient and especially makes sure the physically challenged feel strong and equal to the others in the group. 5 STARS!
I took my son here for the first time today and was so impressed! Master Nick and staff are all very excellent teachers and make every child feel welcome and included. We will definitely be back!
New to taekwondo? Start at Koclanis Martial Arts
Koclanis Martial Arts 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 Koclanis 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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