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Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Birmingham
4.9 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Birmingham, Alabama
Part of Tiger-Rock Martial Arts
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 (ages 4–15) — 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 tigerrockmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 205-981-7777
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The instructors have been great and love the qualities they are instilling in my child.”
“He genuinely cares about every child and does an amazing job teaching not only Taekwondo and self-defense, but also respect, confidence, and discipline.”
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“He genuinely cares about every child and does an amazing job teaching not only Taekwondo and self-defense, but also respect, confidence, and discipline.”
What students say
“Blackburn, owner of Tiger-Rock Martial Arts, for many years, and his commitment to his students and community is unmatched.”
“Blackburn, owner of Tiger-Rock Martial Arts, for many years, and his commitment to his students and community is unmatched.”
“He genuinely cares about every child and does an amazing job teaching not only Taekwondo and self-defense, but also respect, confidence, and discipline.”
From the reviews
In 2015, I was looking to find a martial arts school for my then 13-year-old son. Having prior experience as a part of three different schools myself, I knew what I was looking for: a mix of traditional martial arts with modern influences in a clean, professional environment.
I have known Mr. Blackburn, owner of Tiger-Rock Martial Arts, for many years, and his commitment to his students and community is unmatched. As a former student, I experienced firsthand the discipline, confidence, and life skills that come from his program.
The certified instructors are attentive, talented, and encouraging! The staff is friendly and helpful. Healthy fun for the entire family, I highly recommend you check them out!
We absolutely love Tiger-Rock Martial Arts! Our family has known the owner, Mr. Blackburn, for many years, and he is an incredible instructor and leader. His dedication to his students and the community is truly inspiring. The Greystone 280 location is managed by Mr.
New to taekwondo? Start at Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Birmingham
Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Birmingham 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.
Your first taekwondo class at Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Birmingham
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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