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McLean's Martial Arts & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 91 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Saraland, Alabama
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4–16) — 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
- Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule mcleansmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 251-675-9662
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Tuesday | 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Thursday | 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Friday | 3:30–7 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“With their encouragement along with their well trained instructors my son has come so very far with his interpersonal skills and self-discipline.”
“My son started the Little Dragons class this past February and he loves it.”
“” We went to competition two months later and while he was nervous, he wound up winning a silver medal for flag sparring and a gold for board breaking.”
“When I called McLeans to ask how his first day would go and explained how he reacts to new experiences in large groups, they told me to bring him in for a one-on-one with Mr.”
Other martial arts here
“Both of my boys take BJJ and one takes Taekwondo.”
“The tenents aren't just words at McLean's Mixed Martial Arts, they are being lived out by the students and teachers daily.”
What students say
“When I called McLeans to ask how his first day would go and explained how he reacts to new experiences in large groups, they told me to bring him in for a one-on-one with Mr.”
“Mcleans Martial arts is a welcoming place for you or your child to enjoy learning the ways of a ninja.”
“I see a big improvement in my son’s confidence, coordination, and strength.”
“As I type this we are currently in New Orleans competing in the IMAS National tournament, my son is so excited to show off all he has learned.”
“The tenents aren't just words at McLean's Mixed Martial Arts, they are being lived out by the students and teachers daily.”
“With their encouragement along with their well trained instructors my son has come so very far with his interpersonal skills and self-discipline.”
From the reviews
What a wonderful establishment full of wonderful people! We are in Alabama for a few months and decided to sign up for MMA classes while here (myself and my ten year old). We both have learned so much and are so thankful for our time at McLeans. Mr.
McLeans’s Martial Arts made a big difference in my son’s life. Both of my boys take BJJ and one takes Taekwondo. Thanks to the McLeans’s for making a difference in my son’s life. My son was never really active until he joined several years ago. He’s now very active and enjoys competing.
I started my nine-year-old a few months ago. I mostly enrolled him to work on his self-control and listening skills. The instructors at McLean's Martial Arts are excellent. With my autistic son, the staff has been wonderful. They are extremely stern, fair, patient, and understanding.
My son has been going to McLeans for almost five years, and he absolutely loves it! Mr. McLean is the coach you want your child to have! He challenges in a positive, encouraging way, and provides tough love when needed. His instructors are always professional and respectful.
New to taekwondo? Start at McLean's Martial Arts & Fitness
McLean's Martial Arts & Fitness 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 McLean's Martial Arts & Fitness
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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