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Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Hattiesburg
5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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
- 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 tigerrockmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (601) 268-3515
Hours
| Monday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 2–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has been a part of the TR family for 4 years and has learned many skills he will carry with him for the rest of his life.”
“Super program for children of all ages 4 and up!”
“Great for adults also, but if you're looking for structure, discipline, fitness, self defense and fun, this dojang is the place to go in the Hattiesburg area!”
“Tiger Rock is all inclusive and the instructors will go out of their way to have some one on one time with the participants.”
“My son has learned valuable self defense and leadership skills.”
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“My son has learned valuable self defense and leadership skills.”
What students say
“And if my instructor sees this, thank you for an amazing experience I will never forget the amazing time I had here.”
“Inside the doors of tiger rock all ages, races, and religions enjoy each other.”
“My son has been a part of the TR family for 4 years and has learned many skills he will carry with him for the rest of his life.”
“The instructor team is very friendly and great with kids.”
“Tiger Rock is all inclusive and the instructors will go out of their way to have some one on one time with the participants.”
“Great for adults also, but if you're looking for structure, discipline, fitness, self defense and fun, this dojang is the place to go in the Hattiesburg area!”
From the reviews
Super program for children of all ages 4 and up! Great for adults also, but if you're looking for structure, discipline, fitness, self defense and fun, this dojang is the place to go in the Hattiesburg area! Mr. Benji Gossman is a fantastic teacher and his black belts are very patient and helpful as well!
Our family has loved being a part of Tiger Rock. Our kids not only learn martial arts, but they also learn about respect, discipline, and honor. They learn to work hard and be proud of their accomplishments. As a busy family, we enjoy the flexibility of the class schedule to attend classes throughout the week.
We’ve done TigerRock for almost 3 years and I cannot say enough about this program and its impact on our family! Our son has learned so much about responsibility, control, effort vs reward, healthy competition, and overall self confidence.
I used to go here a few years back before I broke my foot and fractured my toe. It was the most fun I’ve had I highly recommend going here. The instructor (Mr.Benji or Mr. Gossman) was nice and funny, he always made classes fun. I would go back if I wasn’t where I am now.
New to taekwondo? Start at Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Hattiesburg
Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg
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.