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"This is an amazing place to send your child! Our grandson has developed self-discipline, good focus skills, awareness, and confidence which he demonstrates everywhere."
"Our 6-year-old son started going here just a few months ago, but he is enjoying it so much already. Good place to build discipline, learn basic self-defense, teamwork, and most importantly - have fun! The instructors are exceptional!"
"Maldonado ATA martial arts is an exceptional school with top-notch instructors who genuinely care about their students' development. It has helped my kid grow in confidence, discipline, and skill. The classes are engaging and fun, and the staff is incredibly supportive."
"Maldonado ATA Martial Arts has been wonderful for our son. The instructors are highly knowledgeable and the staff are so friendly! Our son has learned so much and really enjoys his lessons!"
"We had been looking for a martial arts class for our son that would be consistent with instructors and structure. We are glad to say we have found that in ATA!!! We love the options in class times, love that there is consistent structure and love that there is more than one instructor per class to keep an eye on all kids."
"We joined Maldonado ATA after a poor experience at another local martial arts school. The training at this school is top-notch, you're made to feel like family and the constant positive encouragement during classes has made a significant impact on my children."
"The instructors are exceptional and work amazingly with the children to help build confidence and discipline. I see it not just at her class but at home as well. Thank you to the Maldonado family."
"My now 6-year-old son has been taking taekwondo here for over a year and he has learned so much! Instructors are extremely attentive to the students, implementing respect & safety as important values."
"My kids have been enrolled here for 2-3 months now and really enjoy the classes and look forward to their lessons. The instructors rotate, providing variety and different teaching styles, which my kids love."
We love bringing our child here. It’s such a positive and nourishing environment that provides a wonderful source of physical and mental stimulation for them.
The classes are great for our Kids And we recommend this place for after school karate and the personal space is very friendly.
I have been training here since I was a Tiger (4 years) and I love it! The instructors are really nice and they are excellent teachers. I love being a part of Team Maldonado.
Instructors are very well trained and do an incredible job working with kids
My son started 1 month ago and he loves it. The teachers are very good and kind. My son has been learning discipline, to be more focused, to respect his friends and family. We just love their techniques to pass on their knowledge. The place is very clean and organized. We strongly recommend them!!!
We love that our whole family can come and there is something there for all of us! There are discounts for having multiple family members and the instructors are so good with the kids!
We love how personable all the employees are at Maldonado ATA. I also appreciate how clean the studio is.
The staff is very professional. We love this place!!!! Highly recommended Excellent service.
Maldonado ATA martial arts is an exceptional school with top-notch instructors who genuinely care about their students' development. It has helped my kid grow in confidence, discipline and skill. The classes are engaging and fun, and the staff is incredibly supportive.
I love the attention the children get in each class. All the staff is evidently invested in the students learning and participating in each task. Definitely recommend this place!
We had been looking for a martial arts class for our son that would be consistent with instructors and structure. We are glad to say we have found that in ATA!!! We love the options in class times, love that there is consistent structure and love that there is more than one instructor per class to keep an eye on all kids. We are happy to have found ATA and bonus points for being close to home!!
My son, James, has been attending lessons at Maldonado ATA Martial Arts in Round Rock since Summer 2023 and he loves it. He has made great strides in his capability, his confidence and attitude. The staff is great and very engaging and they make martial arts fun. After every class James says how much he loves it and how the leaders and his peers make it so much fun. I highly recommend Maldonado ATA!!!!!
I was very surprised at how professional and welcoming the staff is here, 5 stars because Every class I have attended have pushed me to imporve my skills and learn new ones. The instructors are quite insightful in martial arts and worth every dollar spent! This is the place if your looking for a good workout and strong self defense.
Our son Caysen started about a month ago and we love this place. He has autism and much doesn’t interest him. Since starting he looks forward to his class twice a week and has made some friends!! Recommend this place hands down.
My 5yo just joined and he’s very much enjoying learning martial arts at Maldonado ATA. Classes are long enough to keep his attention and not lose it. Aside from Karate they work on his listening skills and I’ve been throughly impressed. Excited to see him learn more.
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It’s that time of year again when parents are thinking “What am I going to do with my child all summer?” If you’re looking for something that keeps your child active, builds confidence, and gives them a head start going into the next school year — now is the perfect time to try martial arts at […]
