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Master Martial Arts at Westlake Hills
4.9 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Austin, Texas
Style / system: ITF (Traditional) — based on the school's own site and student reviews. Taekwondo systems (Olympic/World Taekwondo, ITF, and ATA/Songahm) differ in forms, sparring rules, and tournaments; if lineage matters to you, confirm it with the school. ATA vs WT vs ITF, explained →
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 — 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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mastermartialarts.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 512-327-1918
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 4–7 pm |
The classes they run
“Prior to Master Um, my kids had attended three other martial arts schools for short periods of time , Master Um clearly the best!”
“Master Um is very patient and engaging, which is great for both young and adult classes.”
“The sparring is fun and safe, which you wouldn't expect from an activity where you choke people.”
“Master Um teaches Taekwondo and Taekwon Yusul too which Taekwon yusul is similar to MMA but more for self defense then sport and Taekwon Yusul has hapkido techniques in it too.”
Other martial arts here
“All classes are taught by Grandmaster Sam Um who is an 8th degree black belt in taekwondo and a 5th Dan in hapkido.”
“Having attended a number of grappling schools in the area (mostly BJJ), I have found a home at Master Martial Arts.”
“Master Um teaches Taekwondo and Taekwon Yusul too which Taekwon yusul is similar to MMA but more for self defense then sport and Taekwon Yusul has hapkido techniques in it too.”
“Master Um teaches Taekwondo and Taekwon Yusul too which Taekwon yusul is similar to MMA but more for self defense then sport and Taekwon Yusul has hapkido techniques in it too.”
What students say
“Prior to Master Um, my kids had attended three other martial arts schools for short periods of time , Master Um clearly the best!”
“The curriculum is well structured and suitable for all ages and skill levels whether you are a complete beginner or looking to advance your technique.”
“Master Um teaches Taekwondo and Taekwon Yusul too which Taekwon yusul is similar to MMA but more for self defense then sport and Taekwon Yusul has hapkido techniques in it too.”
“It's a great way to blow off steam, and I'd recommend it to anyone, regardless of their size.”
“My son has improved his discipline immensely from Master Um and uses this in school and everyday life.”
“I do enjoy an environment of healthy competition but the focus here is on learning and self improvement.”
From the reviews
Master Martial Arts is one of the best TaeKwondDo schools in Austin. I started training with Master Um in my late 30's and studied with him for 12 years. I was one of the first students to go from White belt all the way to 3rd Dan Black Belt with him as my one and only Master instructor.
When I first started martial arts 10 years ago, I searched the area for a suitable place. The first I went to was very militaristic in nature, and me being the rebel I am I couldn't stand it. Coming to Master Martial Arts, what stood out the most was Master Um.
I have two kids who are currently in Master Um's Taekwondo program. We've been enrolled for about two years, and the experience has helped with their physical development and with their mind/body awareness. But most importantly, it has helped instill in them a sense of discipline.
This is a fantastic Dojang, whether you are attending for self defense or fitness the instruction is the best and available for all ages. Master Um is very knowledgeable, a great teacher and cares about his students. The Traditional TaeKwonDo and TaeKwonYuSul provide a great combination of stand up and grappling arts.
New to taekwondo? Start at Master Martial Arts at Westlake Hills
Master Martial Arts at Westlake Hills 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 Master Martial Arts at Westlake Hills
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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