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Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Tyler
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Tyler, Texas
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
- 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 (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 +1 903-991-4219
Hours
| Monday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 3–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I have no children albeit you hear all the time that parents want the best for their children particularly when it comes to education and growth.”
“TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team.”
“Our daughter has been with Tiger Rock Now for two months, and she is practicing for her YELLOW belt test !”
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“TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team.”
What students say
“TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team.”
“All three of my kids love coming here and we have noticed many positive changes in them since they began martial arts.”
“TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team.”
“TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team.”
From the reviews
TIGER ROCK is a ROCK SOLID place to train in the art of self defense (Taekwondo), learn respect for self and others, and be a part of a really special community and team. Our boys have thrived under the guidance of Mr. and Mrs. Lauffer, and we have seen them grow and mature mentally and physically in so many ways.
Our family tried the FREE WEEK trial for my 5 almost 6 year old son bc he showed determination and interest in the sport. He loved the introduction to Tae kwon do, and wanted to attend "Ninja school" on a regular basis. Of course we signed him up, and have attended all the classes we could so far.
I cannot say enough about this school and the instructors who make it what it is. We relocated here after our son had started his black belt journey at another system and were looking for something to build on what he had done so far without making him start over and stay focused on Taekwondo.
I JUST JOINED. Mr. And Mrs. Lauffer have done a fantastic job! At my age, 53, you look at the bottom line figure and cut out all the red tape. This is a FIRST CLASS ESTABLISHMENT!!!!
New to taekwondo? Start at Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Tyler
Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Tyler 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 Tyler
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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