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TUFF Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 171 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Homestead, Florida
Plan your first class
- Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes (ages 4–12) — 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
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- Website & schedule tuffmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 786-543-8555
Hours
| Monday | 12:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 12:30–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 12:30–9 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Tuff is fantastic, not just for their martial arts program, but also for how they teach and engage with the kids.”
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What students say
“The sense of community and support provided by Tuff Martial Arts has fostered a familial atmosphere, creating a welcoming environment for all members.”
“The sense of community and support provided by Tuff Martial Arts has fostered a familial atmosphere, creating a welcoming environment for all members.”
“Family-oriented and well-organized, it's the perfect environment where my kids absolutely love to train and grow.”
“The competition team is so welcoming and it really brings more confidence in both of my children's lives.”
“I would recommend and it’s definitely worth it!”
“The atmosphere always feels positive as they learn those skills and discipline while being respectful to other students and instructors.”
From the reviews
Tuff Martial Arts has received outstanding reviews for their exceptional classes, which have greatly benefited many individuals, including myself and daughter. The competition sparring team at Tuff Martial Arts has been noted for their entertaining performances, which have had a positive impact on my daughter, myself…
I did the 2 weeks trial for my daughters and they loved it! I decided to sign them up once the trial was over. The instructors are very attentive to teaching them every class 3 times a week.
Both of our sons are students at Tuff. Aside from fully enjoying themselves at every class, the exercise they get is terrific! The emphasis on being well-rounded & respectful in ALL aspects of the kid’s lives is wonderful!
I have both of my kids here and they both feel very comfortable and happy in this environment.The staff is very professional. The competition team is so welcoming and it really brings more confidence in both of my children's lives.
New to taekwondo? Start at TUFF Martial Arts Academy
TUFF Martial Arts Academy 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 TUFF Martial Arts Academy
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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