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Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 171 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Taekwondo school Free trial Kids & teens Private lessons Sparring Competition team

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 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • 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
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
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  • Website & schedule masterjimtkd.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 505-453-4999

Hours

Monday 4–7:30 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 4–7:30 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday 4–6:30 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 Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 37 mentions

“His attentive instruction and dedication are evident in my son’s improvement, both in his Taekwondo skills and self-confidence.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Great hands on one on one.”

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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 Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

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 171 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 3 mentions

“Understanding his quiet and shy nature, Master Jim has great patience for him, challenges and pushes him to improve without overwhelming him.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 6 mentions

“He incorporates school and family respect into their teaching to help build a well rounded teaching, not just physical martial arts.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“My son is taught to respect his parents, teachers, instructors, fellow students, do his homework and never misuse Taekwondo!”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“My kids have competed in out of town tournaments for sparring and have placed first thanks to their masters!”

certified & recognized school 36 mentions

“Master Jim and his team are excellent, patient and my child has a blast there while getting in shape and learning so much.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 21 mentions

“He incorporates school and family respect into their teaching to help build a well rounded teaching, not just physical martial arts.”

From the reviews

Excellent Place for kids and Adults to learn from Great Taekwondo instructors! Our Kids love coming to Class!

★★★★★ — Amaxxxx3, Mar 2025

Master Jim’s Taekwondo class strikes an incredible balance between discipline, physical skills, and personal growth. His attentive instruction and dedication are evident in my son’s improvement, both in his Taekwondo skills and self-confidence. The class schedule is flexible, and the facilities are well-kept.

★★★★★ — Michael, Jul 2023

Master Jim is a wonderful teacher that has helped my son grow so much in the past year. Understanding his quiet and shy nature, Master Jim has great patience for him, challenges and pushes him to improve without overwhelming him. My son is now much more confident and outspoken.

★★★★★ — Thuy, Apr 2020

My grandson has been with Master Jim for 20 months. His (my grandson) flexibility is amazing, and he feels that he can defend himself now if he needs too. The Instructor's are very good with the children and we enjoy working with all of them.

★★★★★ — Desirae, Jul 2017

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Your first taekwondo class at Master Jim's Taekwondo 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.

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 Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy

2418 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM87124

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