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Premier Martial Arts Decatur East

4.9 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Decatur, Georgia

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule premiermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (404) 482-0594

Hours

Monday 3–9 PM
Tuesday 3–9 PM
Wednesday 3–9 PM
Thursday 3–9 PM
Friday 3–6:30 PM
Saturday Closed
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 Decatur East, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 15 mentions

“My son was a transfer student from Marietta, without hesitation, they made sure he fell in line with the rest of the class.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“They give one on one individualized attention for those they see that are falling behind.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“And I feel confident in my abilities as a martial artist, should I need to utilize any of the self defense techniques learned while there.”

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🎓 Belt Testing

“So much so, that we are giving serious thought to continuing our attendance even after black belt graduation.”

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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 Decatur East — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“And I feel confident in my abilities as a martial artist, should I need to utilize any of the self defense techniques learned while there.”

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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 45 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert masters & instructors 4 mentions

“Kevin and Kalvin are amazing instructors and just all around great people!”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 6 mentions

“I could go on and on about what a great experience my family and friends had for my daughter’s 4th birthday!”

📘 strong forms & technique 5 mentions

“They keep the classes engaging while ensuring the students learn proper techniques and discipline.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“We signed our son up to get him active, increase focus, and build some self defense skills.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 13 mentions

“They have been practicing martial arts for almost 30 years and have a vast reservoir of experience in multiple disciplines.”

From the reviews

*updating as the issue has been resolved. As stated below the facility and instructors are great. I just ask that cancellation/termination policy be verbally expressed when a client informs staff of departure. I would love to leave a 5 star review because the instructors here are great.

★★★★☆ — Dee, Dec 2022

My son has been attending PMA for about 6 months, and it's been great to see his growth. I had been a little concerned about how he would do when I signed him up because he has ADHD. However, the structure and routine has been good for him, and I have definitely seen his focus during class improve.

★★★★★ — Patricia, May 2022

We've had an amazing experience at Premiere Martial Arts! Mr. Kevin and Mr. Charles are fantastic instructors who strike the perfect balance between focus and fun. They keep the classes engaging while ensuring the students learn proper techniques and discipline.

★★★★★ — Matt, Aug 2024

Charles, Kevin, and Marcus are the best instructors/ senseis. They keep the students motivated and in shape. They give one on one individualized attention for those they see that are falling behind.

★★★★★ — Clarissa, Jun 2024

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New to taekwondo? Start at Premier Martial Arts Decatur East

Premier Martial Arts Decatur East comes up as a beginner-friendly school — noted on their own site. 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 Decatur East

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 Decatur East

102 Sams St, Decatur, GA30030

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