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Phoenix Rising Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Mountain Home, Arkansas
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule phoenixrisingma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (870) 291-3740
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter entered in SO shy at first but Sanzin and Colton are AMAZING with kids and were able to get her out of her shell in minutes!”
“I have a shy, & not socially confident kiddo … doing little dragons classes has been a life changer.”
“I recommend this place for anyone with kids/teens who need a productive and fun activity/sport for their children.”
“There is a large focus on safety, understanding the need for self-defense, attention to detail and working together.”
“I am a karate teacher of another discipline (Matsubayashi Ryu) and was asked to attend a black belt testing and be part of the judges panel.”
Other martial arts here
“I am a karate teacher of another discipline (Matsubayashi Ryu) and was asked to attend a black belt testing and be part of the judges panel.”
“They will all grow to be some of the best mixed martial arts students.”
“There is a large focus on safety, understanding the need for self-defense, attention to detail and working together.”
What students say
“Devin and her very knowledgeable instructors are very good at what they do and make you feel very welcome and comfortable.”
“Very welcoming teachers and staff that are very knowledgeable of practical application of techniques.”
“The dojo is VERY family friendly (especially for homeschoolers- I bring all my kids in and they have a nice area for the little ones to play while big bro is in class).”
“There is a large focus on safety, understanding the need for self-defense, attention to detail and working together.”
“This school has given my daughter the self discipline, confidence and respect she was looking for.”
“I am a karate teacher of another discipline (Matsubayashi Ryu) and was asked to attend a black belt testing and be part of the judges panel.”
From the reviews
I have a shy, & not socially confident kiddo … doing little dragons classes has been a life changer. His growing confidence has been amazing to watch, he’s made so many friends. Even myself, a stay at home mom, have made friends ! The community PRMA provides is absolutely amazing.
I am a karate teacher of another discipline (Matsubayashi Ryu) and was asked to attend a black belt testing and be part of the judges panel. I was VERY impressed by the general atmosphere of the place. Very welcoming teachers and staff that are very knowledgeable of practical application of techniques.
Mrs. Devin is one of the best teachers you can find! She has an amazing gift connecting with the kids and makes classes very fun. Children learn very valuable self defense techniques and much more! It’s a great blessing to be part of Phoenix Rising Martial Arts.
Very proud to be a part of such a great group of people. Mrs. Devin and her very knowledgeable instructors are very good at what they do and make you feel very welcome and comfortable. I would highly recommend this school to anyone, young or young at heart!
New to taekwondo? Start at Phoenix Rising Martial Arts
Phoenix Rising 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 Phoenix Rising 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.