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My son is been going to TMAT for four years now he started when he was three and half years old when I first walked in the studio and met Master Castellanos and watched his class and watched the discipline and the structure that he instills in his young men I knew this was the class for my son the focus and dedication that he has taught him is second to none which it not only helps him excel in class it will help him through out his entire life, He is now a red belt and has the dedication to continue to earn his black belt and beyond I had checked out many schools and talk to many instructors. And sat and watched classes only to witness horse play and kids messing around that does not happen at TMAT there is fun play but only after a hard training session I own a business and know you can’t always believe what you read but I urge you to come and see for yourself speak to the master have your child take a class and judge for yourself before taking any ones word for it good or bad
Thank you for taking the time to read my honest review.

My son and I used to attend TMAT back when we lived in the area. Amazing instructor. He truly believes in the tenets of Taekwondo, and instills those tenets in his students. This is a family run business that truly believes all students are part of the family.

My son has also been training with Master Castellano for over 6 years and our experience has been great! My son is now a black belt and he continues to love Tae Kwon Do. Not only is Mater Constellano an excellent instructor, the school is also Kukkiwon certified (which means my son’s black belt will be recognized world wide). Sir has encouraged and nurtured my son’s self discipline, motivation and confidence. He is a great influence and role model for my son. Master C. also works with parents to support them in their children’s development and discipline, encouraging citizenship, manners, and good habits. I am truly grateful for Master C, in our family’s life and for all he has done and continues to do, for my son.
I encourage anyone looking to try martial arts for themselves or their children to come check out TMAT. Meet the staff and parents, and experience the school for yourself.
I am saddened by the reviews on here, where individuals are taking their own issues out on a person/​business that has done and continues to do so much good.

My son has been a student of Master Castellanos for six years – even before he opened TMAT. Along with many of the families at the other facility, we moved to TMAT shortly after it opened. My son started off as a white belt and two weeks from now will test for the second dan on his black belt. In the time we have come to TMAT, my son has learned better discipline, has improved his motivation and focus, and has made strides in his self-​confidence.
Master Castellanos strives to give each of the students individualized attention. My son has been lukewarm on sparring and has not fully embraced using weapons. Master Castellanos focused on my son’s strength – his forms – and encouraged him to teach proper forms to others. In fact, upon getting his black belt, my son became a sort of «junior instructor» for the kids younger than him including, for a while, his sister.
Master Castellanos and TMAT have been nothing but a positive influence for my son and we appreciate the time and effort he has taken with him. As a parent, my first job is to take care of my children. Seeing some of the reviews on here would cause any parent to hesitate and be concerned. I would ask any prospective parent to come to TMAT and see for themselves. The staff would be happy to talk to you. If you are not sure about that, come and talk to the parents of the students. We would also be happy to answer any questions or concerns.

I am impressed by the dedication and dicipline demostrated by the master. He always addresses all students and parents with dignity and respect. He does not give the belts. Kids have to work hard to earn them. Additionally, if the kids are prepared to fight and compete he will support them. Many of his students are State champions. I have talked to parents who work in law enforcement and we all agree that this is the right place to have our kids in. I believe in the integrity of the wonderful team at TMAT.

The Master at this Studio can not be trusted with Children alone… He showed inappropriate conduct with 4 girls, 3 of whom are minors… There is an open investigation which Master Castellanos refuses to cooperate in… Many have left the studio. He has disconnected the phone and is moving to a new location (and will probably change the name of his studio). Tmat’s Business License has been expired since May of 2015 and he is spreading lies about numerous families who have left… Including his young victims… Please think twice before taking your child to this school.
What he did to those girls was wrong, there is no justification or excuse for it. Don’t believe this «man“‘s lies…

I had once thought this was a great school coming from a karate school we did not care for. Aside from the investigation going on about Master C’s improper conduct with young girls behind closed doors, there is so much more that is wrong. The instruction there began to slide awhile ago and I had already been wrestling with taking my kids out. My boys went SIX months without being taught their forms they needed to know to test and progress. I kept them from testing since they did not know them (I asked repeatedly if they just didn’t know them or hadn’t been taught and all 3 said they had not been taught). I let it slide until 3 months later, when testing was coming again and they STILL didn’t know their forms! I talked to him about it and he quickly taught them in a week. Not acceptable. (We now go to a WONDERFUL new school that many from TMAT switched too and were told most of the kids do not know their forms well either).
On top of that, I always felt like it was unorganized, he definitely had his «favorites» and was very partial to them, and he said really hurtful things to the kids. Not constructive I’m all for discipline, but down right mean. I found out from my kids after the fact that right in front of my boys he told someone they weren’t good enough to be in his sparring team and that they shouldn’t be in tournaments because he didn’t want to make his school look bad… seriously??? Aren’t they a reflection of your teaching?
I don’t write reviews often but this was very necessary. Please think Seriously before taking lessons here.

Great lessons in Self defense

TMAT receive’s a ZERO rating. Master Castellanos created an UNSAFE and UNCOMFORTABLE environment for my daughter. I don’t agree with his treatment or methods with my children. I wouldn’t recommend this studio at all.

As the mother of two young boys with very different personalities, our objectives in enrolling our children at TMAT varied. We were seeking an outlet to instill confidence in our third grader, and teach our kindergartner discipline and focus. TMAT’s tae kwon do program has accomplished those key objectives in a very short time. Their classes are well organized and skill-​focused. They teach children more than just the art of tae kwon do. They teach respect, discipline, self-​control, patience, perseverance, and the importance of a balanced life. Their teaching style with the kids is impactful because it is both demanding and fun. Our kids look forward to TKD classes. We have been very happy with TMAT and encourage you to try out one of the free trial classes.

While this is only our 2^nd week joining TMAT, our son who is 6 yrs old, absolutely loves it! Master C and Instructor Bryan are amazing. They’re so intuitive with the kids and instill a healthy dose of respect and discipline while ensuring kids are having a blast! (Very well controlled environment) The only difficulty I’m facing is that I can’t stop my son from not practicing at home because that’s how much he enjoys it! I can already tell it has built up more confidence in him and he is definitely using his manners a lot more with us at home. Thank you TMAT!

We enrolled our son in this TKD studio about two years ago and are still going strong; He is now a red belt and a part of their sparring team.
Master Castellanos and his team are quite inspiring. They are firm, fair, hardworking and extremely devoted to their craft. They are wonderful instructors who really take their time and invest a ton into these kids. They really do care for their students like they are family.
I have to give a shout out to the young adults at TMAT too, they are so respectful and helpful. They take the younger kids under their wings and you can tell the kids really look up to these positive role models.
I love seeing the positive effect this place has on not only its students but the families that are a part of this studio as well. It’s been a wonderful experience for our son and for us — thank you TMAT for embracing us and reinforcing the positive characteristics we hope all young kids are trying to aspire to.

Our two daughters joined in January and from the first day we arrived, the staff (who have now become friends of ours) has welcomed us as if we were family. Maria mans the front desk and is friendly and sincere. She can answer any questions and holds down the fort, they are a busy place and she keeps things flowing smoothly.
The master is direct, kind, encouraging and a very honest and genuine man. He wants the best for our kids (all of the kids that attend) and truly wants to see them grow and learn, all while having respect for themselves, their parents and especially himself and his Instructors. All of which are great with the kids. Everyone interacts as family here, my daughters really enjoy training and learning with everyone here.
They offer a great calendar schedule of classes to choose from and the times are very convenient to work around work, school and other extra curricular activities.
Everyone is greeted with a smile, a hello or handshake and treated very well. This is a very clean location and their are plenty of seats in the waiting area to watch all the action of the kids training.
This is a great school, full of fun, honor, respect, discipline, learning the true art of Tae Kwon Do and growing in ways as a person, other than physically growing stronger. Would recommend this school to anyone and everyone. And I have.
I see kids as young as 3 all the way to grown men and women enjoying this location. If you are not here, you are missing something great!!!

This is, by far, the best TKD studio in town. Master Castellanos and his instructors treat everyone like family and bring the best out of our children. I only wish I had found them sooner.