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TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 92 Google reviews · BJJ gym in North Richland Hills, Texas

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 6–18) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
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  • Website & schedule tkdarmor.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 817-581-8888

Hours

Monday 1–8:30 pm
Tuesday 1–8:30 pm
Wednesday 1–7:30 pm
Thursday 1–8:30 pm
Friday 1–7 pm
Saturday 9 am–12:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 24 mentions

“My son and daughter has been going to this place for 2 years now and Master lal and all the sensei are incredible instructors.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“He doesn’t just teach Taekwondo, he teaches discipline, integrity, confidence, self-defense, and a lot of good life lessons that stick with you.”

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🌱 Beginners

“They are patient with beginners but also challenging enough to help more advanced students grow.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 92 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 4 mentions

“My son and daughter has been going to this place for 2 years now and Master lal and all the sensei are incredible instructors.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 8 mentions

“My son and I joined the family class at TKD Armor Academy, and it has truly been one of the best decisions we've made.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“Classes are well-structured, with a good balance of technique, drilling, and live rolling.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 20 mentions

“They have gained confidence & discipline that has transferred to so many other areas of their lives and enjoy the physical and mental challenges they learn in the dojo as well.”

From the reviews

TKD Armor is a great place to experience martial arts. Master Rana's experience and thoughtfulness is evident as he works well with all age groups and rank levels, and instructor Sanji is a skilled practitioner.

★★★★★ — R, Mar 2023

My son and daughter have been attending TKD for over 6 months now and our experience has been great. Our goals were to get exercise, improve coordination and learn self defense . They have gained that and much more, like confidence, teamwork and self control. Master Lal and his team are really good with the kids.

★★★★★ — Mark, Jan 2022

We love TKD Armor Academy. My son has attended here for almost 5 years and loves it as much as he did on the first day. Master Lal and staff are wonderful instructors. They always know how to motivate and challenge the students and provide an environment that is fun to learn in. My son has made wonderful friends here.

★★★★★ — Sara, Apr 2018

We have been with TKD for almost 2 years now, and it has been one of the best decisions we have ever made. The instructors do an amazing job. We've seen incredible growth in our son, and look forward to whats to come.

★★★★★ — Jared, Jun 2022

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New to BJJ? Start at TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, 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 coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, 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, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches 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 positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find TKD Armor Academy - Taekwondo - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

8245 Precinct Line Rd, North Richland Hills, TX76182

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