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Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road

4.8 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in San Antonio, Texas

Taekwondo school Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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  • 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
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  • Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 210-775-0068

Hours

Monday 2:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 2:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 2:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 2:30–8:30 pm
Friday 2:30–8:30 pm
Saturday 8 am–1:30 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 Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 17 mentions

“My granddaughter has been a member since the school first opened, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“We love that the school not only teaches martial arts, but has lessons on confidence building and knowing when martial arts can be used for self defense.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“Our boys have worked hard, earning new belts every few months.”

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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 Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“We love that the school not only teaches martial arts, but has lessons on confidence building and knowing when martial arts can be used for self defense.”

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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 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 11 mentions

“Family came here for girls scout special for self defense and the instructors were very professional and adapt to the student's age with their method of instruction.”

📘 strong forms & technique 3 mentions

“My doughter has develop strengh, character and discipline at the same time she is always learning not only techniques but also learning soft skills that are going to last forever.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“We recommend this spot as they offer specials and would really be good for your child's confidence.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 16 mentions

“My doughter has develop strengh, character and discipline at the same time she is always learning not only techniques but also learning soft skills that are going to last forever.”

From the reviews

Both of my boys attend PMA and have since they opened (we're considered founding members). We have LOVED the programs that our boys have been in - Tiny Champs and Little Champs. Both of these programs have taught, especially our oldest, fundamental skills all kiddos need as they grow.

★★★★★ — Angela, May 2024

Truly a great place for my son to grow. My four year old son has been attending for about three months and both Sensei Eric and David work very well with the little ones. I’ve seen some great teaching techniques that include showing, teaching, student demonstrating, and repetition.

★★★★★ — Rob, Oct 2022

Amazing place to train your kids for martial arts and self defense. Family came here for girls scout special for self defense and the instructors were very professional and adapt to the student's age with their method of instruction.

★★★★☆ — Mc, Nov 2025

My grand daughter has been a part of PMA Helotes since they first opened. She loves attending classes and has learned discipline, respect amd self defense. Sensei Eric and Sensei Russell are great, patient teachers. We look forward to continuing the journey to complete her black belt.

★★★★★ — Chris, May 2024

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New to taekwondo? Start at Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road

Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road 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.

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Your first taekwondo class at Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road

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 Premier Martial Arts, Bandera Road

10350 Bandera Rd Ste 204, San Antonio, TX78250

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