This is a good school with Masters and Instructors who truly care for their students. Our son recently received his black belt from this school and we couldnt' be any more proud of him. I did want warn parents about the contracts. These are not yearly nor month to month, but the duration of the program (Black Belt & Master's) which would mean multiple years. Standard cancellation is 25% of the remainder of the contract. They are financially holding parent's responsible based on a commitment their child will make on pursuing a Black Belt or Masters Program. As we all know, children tend to change courses and want to try things over time, but be mindful of the potential cancellation charge you'll face should your child want to do something different. While we are glad they were able to work out a somewhat more reasonable cancellation charge, the contracts with this instituion are very one-sided and not favorable to parents at all. read more

My Experience with MKMA: What Parents Should Know Before Signing I want to share my experience with MKMA because I think parents deserve to understand exactly what they may be committing to before enrolling their children in the Black Belt Program. First, I want to be fair: MKMA is a good Taekwondo school. The instructors are wonderful with children, the classes are engaging, and my kids genuinely enjoyed their time there. I have no complaints about the quality of instruction or the experience my children had while attending. My concern is with the length and structure of the contract and how difficult it can be to leave once your family's circumstances change. When I enrolled my two children, I did not fully understand the extent of the financial and time commitment I was making. The Black Belt Program involves a 60-month contract, a five-year financial commitment. Looking back, I wish I had slowed down and asked many more questions before signing. Five years is a very long time when you're talking about young children. Kids change their minds. Their interests change. They discover new activities they want to try. Family schedules change. Financial situations change. What works for a family today may not work a year or even a few months from now. In our case, both things happened. My children's interests changed and they wanted to pursue other activities. Taekwondo is also a significant time commitment for a family, and eventually it became difficult for us to continue. At the same time, my financial circumstances changed, and the nearly $600 monthly tuition was no longer sustainable for my family. When I reached the point where I needed to stop lessons, I discovered just how difficult and expensive it could be to leave the program. The standard early termination amount presented to me was $6,863.50. After explaining my circumstances and communicating with MKMA, they reduced the amount to $3,885. Here's another detail that I think prospective parents should know: I was required to pay that $3,885 settlement in cash at their Plano location. Paying in cash was not my choice or my preference. It was the requirement given to me in order for the cancellation to be finalized. I was not offered the option of paying the settlement by credit card or electronically. As a single parent living paycheck to paycheck, coming up with nearly $4,000 in cash was an enormous financial burden. I ultimately paid it because I wanted to resolve the situation and move forward. I want to be clear that this review is not about the quality of the Taekwondo program. My children had positive experiences, and I think the instructors do a great job. My concern is that a five-year contract for a children's extracurricular activity is a significant commitment, and I don't think every parent will fully appreciate what that means when they're sitting down to enroll their child. If you're considering MKMA, my advice is to ask a lot of questions before signing: * How many months am I financially committed? * What happens if my child decides they no longer want to participate? * What happens if my family's financial situation changes? * What happens if our schedule no longer allows us to participate? * Exactly how much will I owe if I need to cancel early? * What documentation is required to cancel? * How must an early termination settlement be paid? * Is there any way to cancel without paying the full early termination amount? Do not assume that stopping classes means stopping payments. Read every page of the contract. Ask questions. Make sure you understand the financial commitment, not just the monthly tuition, before you sign. I wish I had done that. My hope in sharing this isn't to discourage families from trying Taekwondo or from considering MKMA. It's simply to make sure another parent doesn't find themselves in the same situation without realizing what they've signed up for. The classes may be a great fit for your child. Just make absolutely sure the contract is a great fit for your family, too. read more

Unfair Treatment & Unethical Charges - Urgent Resolution Needed I feel completely taken advantage of by Master Kang's martial arts program. As a single mother of three, I was looking for a safe and reliable aftercare solution for my children. When I enrolled my 6-, 7-, and 8-year-olds, Master Kang promised me a "discounted price" and a "free uniform." However, I quickly realized that the hidden costs--belt tests, miscellaneous fees, and other unexpected expenses--added up significantly. From the start, I made it clear that I would be unable to stay in class with my children due to my work schedule. Master Kang assured me that they would be watched after their lessons. Yet, on multiple occasions, I arrived to find my 6-, 7-, and 8-year-olds outside the dojo, completely unattended and unsupervised. This was not only irresponsible but also dangerous. I trusted this program to provide structure and safety for my children, but instead, I found them running around unsupervised, putting them at risk. Another issue arose with the attendance stickers that are given out to eventually earn achievement medals. Since I wasn't present, Master Kang would hand these stickers directly to my children, who, as small kids naturally do, often lost them before I arrived. When I asked for replacements, he refused, saying they were "too expensive" because they were imported. How is it acceptable to deny a child a simple sticker, knowing they are young and likely to misplace it? This lack of compassion and flexibility was incredibly frustrating. Then, life took a turn. I lost my job and could no longer afford the program. I informed Master Kang and requested to cancel my membership, explaining that I had to move out of state. The school demanded proof of my move, so I provided a lease and a utility bill. However, they rejected my documentation over a minor technicality--listing my name at my new address still tied to my old driver's license. Despite my best efforts, they refused to accept even my utility start-of-service notice as valid proof. How was I supposed to provide a finalized bill for a future address before even moving in? This requirement is not only unreasonable but feels like an intentional barrier to keep charging me. Now, they continue to bill me, even though I have done everything in my power to prove that I have moved and can no longer attend. At this point, I feel deceived, exploited, and robbed in broad daylight. Where is the integrity? Where is the humanity? Master Kang is a businessman and a family man--yet he is treating a struggling mother with zero empathy, prioritizing profits over basic fairness. I am demanding that my membership be canceled immediately. I refuse to pay for a service I cannot use, especially one that has already failed to provide the safe environment I was promised. If this matter is not resolved, I will have no choice but to escalate this through consumer protection agencies, public reviews, and legal channels. I hope Master Kang and his team choose to do the right thing. Sincerely, Amsib Admin of Super Mom's of Dallas Please search Fb for this beautiful Community and join!I love staying in touch and hope to be back in Dallas again in the future! read more

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I've seen my granddaughter grow into a confident, more disciplined, physically strong young lady. The Masters are encouraging and extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the art. I recommend any girl or boy, 3 thru adult. read more

BEWARE: Hidden 5-Year, $14,000 Contract & Predatory Cancellation Fees! We enrolled our child in the Black Belt program at MKMA, but she later decided she needed focus more on school. When we tried to quit, we were hit with a $3,167 cancellation penalty based on a contract we didn't realize we signed. My wife believed she was authorizing a month-to-month credit card payment, but it turned out to be 5-YEAR $14,000 CONTRACT with a 25% CANCELLATION PENALTY. These terms were not clearly communicated, nor were we provided a copy of the contract until we quit. The contract itself is disguised as a receipt with a lot of fine print and fails to disclose the full value as required by law (Texas Finance Code). PLEASE PROTECT YOURSELF: MKMA's process feels deeply deceptive, with important details buried in paperwork. What looks like a simple credit card signature on screen may actually be a binding multi-year financial commitment with severe penalties. Please question everything and bring a copy home to read before signing ANYTHING at MKMA. I hope sharing our experience helps other families avoid a costly mistake. read more

We have membership at Allen location. This is the worst after-school experience we've had in the U.S. Belt tests happen every ~2 months and it feels like everyone passes regardless of skill. My kids didn't attend for 1.5 months, took about two weeks of classes, and still "passed." We kept hoping higher belts would mean stronger skills, but even seeing red belts didn't change our mind--this place doesn't build real technique. Discipline is lacking: Kids show up late, forget belts, wander in mid-class--no consequences, no accountability. Relentless upselling: Pushed a "Black Belt Program" with a 30-month commitment--hard pass. After reaching yellow belt, we were told we could attend sparring once a week. We bought sparring gear (quoted around $200 per child; they sell for $300+). Then we were told sparring classes cost an extra $60 per child per month. When we said we wouldn't do sparring, we learned kids can't belt test without it. "Board breaking" was another charge: ~$55 plus ~$5 per board pack, repeatedly. Every step seemed to have a surprise fee attached, often explained only after the fact. Cancellation headache: We were told "2 months' notice or 25% penalty." We chose the 25% penalty. Then came another surprise: they said we had a 1-year commitment, with 7 months left--so 25% of seven months × two kids. It felt like the rules kept changing to make leaving expensive. Bottom line: Get everything clear before you sign. Ask the thing I mentioned. Don't be rushed by "limited-time campaigns." Ask exactly what's required (sparring? board breaking?), what each item costs (gear, classes, test fees), and what the cancellation terms mean in dollars. We regret enrolling--our kids gained little, and we felt nickel-and-dimed at every turn. read more

The teachers are excellent. They are energetic, encouraging, and truly exceptional. Absolutely love it.

Master Chang and Ms Suga Kim are excellent. Truly teach the children. We had a great experience and would highly recommend classes with them and the entire team. read more

"I've had an incredible experience with this Taekwondo company! The instructors are extremely appreciative and create a positive, encouraging environment. I've learned so much and feel very supported in read more

Never join their blackbelt Taekwando program !!!! You can go to any other Martial arts class , where you can leave by informing a month or 2 earlier . read more

Beware of their black belt program and its cancellation fee. After we quit, we discovered alternatives that offer better and more affordable services. read more

I'm very disappointed and upset. Every time kids need to advance to a new belt there are fees involved, new gear to be bought and coaches keep persuading kids to sign up for the black belt program, which is a 5 year commitment at $250 usd per month. There are 4 ways to cancel the monthly commitment: 1. Move 25 miles away 2. Doctors notice that the child cannot train any more. 3. 2 months notification with payment 4. 15% of the remaining financial commitment. I tried canceling by sending email, even cancelled the credit card that they had on file and they got a hold of my new credit card number and charged my new card. I'm still looking at the legalities about this, I will look for people that had the same thing happen and file a class lawsuit. Please contact me if you had the same thing happened to you. Alberto Arellano alberto@arellanollc.com read more

MCMA Plano is an outstanding Taekwondo school! Everyone is very welcoming with a great positive attitude. Taekwondo has helped me manage my stress levels especially now during these uncertain times. If you're an adult like me and are looking for a fun way to exercise and learn a new martial art, look no further! Parents: Your kids will not only learn Taekwondo, but will also learn discipline and other black belt life skills that they can implement at home, school, and beyond! #taekwondofamily read more

Master Kang's Martial Arts - Taekwondo Near Me - Plano, Texas

master kangs martial arts is the best martial arts you will ever visit i joined 2 years ago and all the masters immediately made me feel comfortable and not only did they teach taekwondo but they also taught me valuble life lessons that i will never forget such as confidence patience discipline respect and perceverence and i would like to thank them for all they did to make me the best i ever could and for parents saying they cost too much i personally think its worth it and a great way for your children to learn self-defense. read more

The Black Belt Taekwondo program is a scam! They trap you for a whole 5 years, and even if you need to leave because of relocation or long commutes because of change of location , they'll force you to pay a large "settlement" fee !!! read more

Master Chang's Martial Arts is an excellent place to practice Taekwondo. I stopped practicing is Martial Arts 10 years ago when I earned my black belt. Coming into Master Chang's Studio I was warmly welcomed by all the staff: Master Kang, Master Kim, Anthony, Zoe, and Sol. I strongly recommend any parent who wants to their kid to have fun, learn respect, and be fit to enroll in them in this studio. This isn't just limited to kids and teenagers, adults are welcomed too! read more

i love it its fun but expensive and every time you get a new belt you pay a lot of money every time you get a new uniform its 80$ read more

Master Kang's Martial Arts - Taekwondo Near Me - Plano, Texas

Allowed another child (who was in a leadership position) to hit and bully my kid during the summer camp program. Then ghostlit me, saying that this was just playing. My kid was traumatized and we were the ones that had to leave or face the risk of this kid being cruel again. Lack of oversight and accountability. Disappointing. read more

MCMA is a great school to learn the skills and practice Taekwondo. They are very welcoming, patient and kind so I highly recommend them.

Very high ratings for Master Kang and Master Kim. They are very passionate about helping kids/adults with life skills, building confidence in each and every one of them. We brought as shy boy with low self confidence, and few months later he became strong mentally and physically, grew into a passionate team member. Even after the first class he was hooked. Our older child agreed to go to the trial class to support his younger brother. He too is hooked. Now both visit this studio almost daily. Overall, well done and great job by the leadership team. read more