This place is amazing for teakwondo! If you would like to learn, this is the place. My friend Alex…read moreloves it. -Kevin (Eli)

My son has been taking Tae Kwon Do for approximately 3 nearly 4 yrs now. We've been through one…read moreownership change and a couple individual instructor changes and one location change; however the principals and values remain the same. My son plays football and has 0 interest in any other sport. He started Tae Kwon Do during football offseason for exercise and to improve balance and coordination. He recently received his black belt. His mother and I are beyond proud. This martial arts gym allows my son to take breaks while football is in season and return when the season is over. Taking Tae Kwon Do has dramatically improved his balance and coordination and made him more assertive on the football field. This studio is great for all kids for a myriad of different reasons. Other parents and students alike I've spoken to use this facility for: self defense, organized activity for home schooled children, behavioral/ structural respect issues and countless other reasons including my kid wants to be a Ninja Turtle. Parents are encouraged to take classes also. They offer Cub, Youth and Adult classes days a week. Promotions run periodically for discounts on classes and equipment. You can check their website or Facebook to see the current opportunities. I'm relatively certain you can come in at virtually any class on any day (age appropriate of course) and try a class out at no cost or obligation. The lead instructor and manager of this facility is Meredith Little. The owner is Danny Williams. Mr. Williams owns this facility, Hoover and Jasper. You can take classes at Pelham or Hoover if you sign up at either location. The testings for advancement are held at the Hoover location. As a member of Tiger Rock you will also be encouraged to represent at tournaments. You are not required to. We've been to Tuscaloosa a couple times and Nationals at the BJCC. You can go a couple days a week, emerge yourself and go more and you can even take additional classes for weapons training. It's a great facility and it's well run. If you or your child has an interest in martial arts, I would encourage you to give it a shot.

I participate in the woman's and teens classes and I also used to do the kids classes before I got…read moremoved to teens and woman's. So I've been here for a little bit and experienced multiple variations of classes, and I guarantee this is a community you don't want to miss out on! Staff is amazing and always kind. Professors and coaches couldn't be more devoted to jiujitsu and helping you learn jiujitsu your best. Owners/professor khalifa and Lorena are great business owners and are very kind and super welcoming. Not only is the community amazing but jiujitsu is also something so important and enjoyable. The jiujitsu jim is also very well kept, always very clean and it's impressive how well kept and organized it is. 100% changes your life. Amazing! 10/10

Love this place. My 9 year old really enjoys it. I can already tell the difference it has made on…read morehim in just 1 month. Great staff. Very Welcoming and helpful. They take great care of the facility. It is very clean.

We been coming to Impact Martial Arts for 30 days now. We signed up for our daughter and now my…read morewife and myself joined. It's a great family friendly place and we also practice at home together . We are very happy we joined.

Great school! I have a son with Asperger's and this school and these instructors have been amazing…read morefor him.

Pelham is the only location Yelp recognizes, but my 5 year old son has been attending the Hoover…read morelocation @ 1923 Hoover Court for about 4 months. He is a transfer, Tiger Cub (ages 4-6) from the Gardendale location. There is a big difference! The studio is much larger with bigger classes. The monthly fee depends on how many days a week you want your child to attend. The instructors are very skilled and stern. Even though classes are large, the instructors have complete control and holds the attention of each student. They are strict on adherence to rules and obedience. Classes help build good character, self defense, and self control/focus. Parents aren't allowed to intervene in teachings, but during the last 5 minutes of class; parents practice techniques with their student. Classes are always on time, and rarely goes over.

I'm just a student don't take my word for it but, its high quality teakwondo. If you live in the…read morearea please go here for martial arts!!!!

My family has been taking taekwondo with Mr. Spates for almost 5 years. First at Greystone…read moreTiger-Rock and then following him to his new Alabaster location after it opened. He is a great instructor and is creating an amazing academy and culture at the new location. I have kids in both the juniors and youth ages and the curriculum is tailored to those ages to be challenging and fulfilling. My wife and I both take classes as adults and love the fitness, power and confidence learning martial arts provides. Mr. Spates is an excellent instructor and I highly recommend those in the Alabaster area to check him out for all ages!

From the owner: Tiger‑Rock Martial Arts of Alabaster offers dynamic martial arts training for ages 4 and up. Our…read moreprograms blend multiple martial arts styles with a proven curriculum that builds confidence, discipline, focus, and physical fitness. Students benefit from expert instruction from our Certified Leaders, a supportive community, and opportunities for growth through training, testing, and competition. Whether you're seeking Taekwondo, self‑defense, or a positive activity for your child, Tiger‑Rock provides a motivating environment where students thrive!

I've been coming here almost a year now. The experience has been great. Professor George teaches…read moreyou more than just technique, he puts a lot of focus the concepts behind jiu jitsu. The environment is very welcoming and it's a great place to train whether you are a colored belt or a brand new white belt.

Great family atmosphere, wonderful place to train. Instructors teach the Jujitsu concepts like no…read morewhere else I've been. I'd give it ten stars if I could.

A fantastic, well equipped fitness center. The personal training is what it should…read morebe....personalized training that is complete to get you in the best shape you can be. The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training is probably the best in town coming from two highly trained instructors that have competed at the International level. If you cannot get into shape here, you will not be able to get in shape anywhere.

Nate and his team at CounterStrike offer a fun and effective way to learn self defense. The classes…read morehelp condition your mind and body to improve overall health. Nate is able to give instructions on an individual level regardless of your size or age. You can tell that he and his team care about you as a person, and if you give it enough time, I'm sure you will find the same sense of family that I found at this gym. The Krav Maga I learned here, from the very first lesson, has continued to have a positive impact on my life. In addition to fitness and self defense, you learn awareness and confidence. I'm sure that CounterStrike will help you learn to walk in peace.

From the owner: At CounterStrike Krav Maga, your local IKMF (International Krav Maga Federation) training center…read morewas created for the purpose of teaching you (yes, you specifically) not only to defend yourself against those that would do you harm, but to strike back. Thus, the name CounterStrike. No matter your background, CounterStrike Krav Maga in Pelham, AL outside of Birmingham can teach you defend yourself effectively faster than any other system available. We guarantee it!