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Zai Martial Arts Academy
5 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Livermore, California
Plan your first class
- 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 zaixma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 925-951-6222
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The kids had their karate lessons before I would do Tai Chi so I got to see how much fun they were having and how much they love their lessons and the instructors.”
“The one on one attention he gets from the instructors and the love they have for every kid has made my boy brave and confident in all he does.”
Other martial arts here
“The kids had their karate lessons before I would do Tai Chi so I got to see how much fun they were having and how much they love their lessons and the instructors.”
“Trained here for a few years, very good instruction in Tai Chi and MMA.”
What students say
“I enthusiastically support martial arts training for men and women of all ages, and highly recommend the instruction of Sifu Zai and the ZMA academy instructors.”
“This academy ZMA, the instructors Master Zai, Zaid and Iesa are very supportive and well detailed in instructing the skills and techniques.”
“We went to several other dojo's and they were all very promising but this one offers several forms of Martial Arts and weapons and a nice variety of classes.”
“They really work with my kids to help with focus and bring an overall sense of strength - mental and physical.”
“This academy ZMA, the instructors Master Zai, Zaid and Iesa are very supportive and well detailed in instructing the skills and techniques.”
“This is well worth the money and you will quickly feel like you have found a place where you belong at Zai Martial Arts Academy.”
From the reviews
Zai Marital Arts is the best thing that has happened to my son. My son began when he couldn’t do any steps and had no interest. The instructors always take their time to work with every kid and encourage them in every step. My son has tremendously improved and loves this place.
I have attended ZMA academy for several years now and am impressed with Sifu Zai’s depth of martial arts experience and his skill and patience as an instructor. Martial arts training offers many benefits to children, in terms of discipline and self-esteem, but these same benefits accrue to adults as well.
I was only able to go to Zai Martial Arts Academy for a short time before I moved out of town but it was a fantastic experience. The people are friendly and welcoming and do an excellent job teaching both students and adults.
I signed up 6 months ago and never looked back. One of the best choices I made. This academy ZMA, the instructors Master Zai, Zaid and Iesa are very supportive and well detailed in instructing the skills and techniques. The atmosphere has always been professional.
New to taekwondo? Start at Zai Martial Arts Academy
Zai Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. 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 Zai 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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