Ed’s Tae Kwon Do
Martial Arts Classes in Brownsville
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Welcome to Ed’s Tae Kwon Do, a family-oriented martial arts academy in Brownsville! Kids, teens, and adults can join our community and know they’ll receive safe instruction that is built for self-improvement. We work with students to build the best competitors, martial artists, and leaders. For 30 years we’ve helped students change their lives by gaining confidence and finding community through martial arts. Join us for great culture, life skills, and elite training at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do!
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Who We Are at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do
Our School
We are always working to be the best we can be at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do! The academy is constantly growing, building students to reach their goals and reach their full potential. We do this through blending traditional martial arts training with modern teaching styles. Students walk into class every day and are met by an energetic, joyful environment while following a detailed curriculum. We have fun while teaching all the necessary stances, forms, blocks, combinations, and self-defense techniques for students to thrive in and out of the academy. It’s a perfect environment for everyone to build their best self!
Our History
Ed’s Tae Kwon Do has become a home for the martial arts community in Brownsville. Since 1996, the academy has offered kids, teens, adults, and entire families a place to train for competition, self-defense, fitness, and, most importantly, personal development. Academy owner Ed Arriaga has constantly worked to make the training the best it can be while striving to bring smiles to everyone’s faces. The 8th Dan Jidokwan and Kukkiwon-certified instructor has trained since 1982 and knows how martial arts can change lives. Everything he’s done with the academy—including adding a fitness area—has been to help students reach their full potential. Ed’s Tae Kwon Do has been, and always will be, a place anyone can come and feel safe and supported while improving each day!
Our Academy Schedule!
Go check out our academy schedule. Take a look to find the best time for your training!
Meet the Team
Ed’s Tae Kwon Do Instructors
Edward Arriaga
Operations Manager
Academy owner Ed Arriaga has spent three decades helping build great athletes and people through martial arts in Brownsville. His 40+ years of training have made him a leader who can help anyone become their best self. Get to know Ed more at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do!
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Join us for a week at no cost! Sign up for FREE Tae Kwon Do classes in Brownsville at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do today!
Ed’s Tae Kwon Do Programs
All of our programs are tailored to the age group and skill level. We work with students who want to compete, those looking for self-defense, those training for fitness, and those working to develop as people. We combine high-level training, a blend of traditional and modern teachings, and a community that fosters great individuals. Learn more about all our programs below!
Little Dragons
(Ages 3-5)
We are proud to offer young children a great place to build their martial arts and Tae Kwon Do foundation. Students improve their physical coordination while learning important life skills. They’ll begin to develop physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Kids Karate
(Ages 6-10)
This is a great environment for your children to learn Karate. Students begin to learn more stances, forms, blocks, and combinations to build themselves into well-rounded martial artists who are great people.
Ed’s Junior Students
(Ages 11-14)
Our preteens and young teens can use Tae Kwon Do to become the best athletes and people they can be. It’s a great place for students to build their life skills and prepare for adulthood while training for competition, self-defense, and fitness.
Ed’s Adults Kickboxing and Fitness
(Ages 15+)
Are you looking for a fun activity to improve your fitness? If so, Ed’s Adults Kickboxing and Fitness can be perfect for you! Come in and learn some self-defense skills while improving your physical health!
Homeschool Classes
Our Homeschool program is built to help homeschooled children fit martial arts training into their schedules. We offer training at times that fit their schedule and help children improve their communication skills, confidence, leadership, and more!
Words from Our Community
Ed’s Tae Kwon Do has been a special place for the community since 1996. It’s been a place where kids and adults can build confidence, friendship, leadership skills, and more. And don’t just take it from us. Check out our testimonials to see what Brownsville families are saying about our academy!
“Master Ed is a great coach, and has a very good feel for when the kids need “motivation” and when they need encouragement or just need to have fun.”
“A very positive challenging knowledgeable master that knows how to train with respect, and discipline thank you master Ed I enjoy your school.”
“We love Ed’s! I recommend it to everyone who asks. He is family oriented and teaches kids discipline, how to follow directions, strength and stamina.”
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Join us for a week at no cost! Sign up for FREE Tae Kwon Do classes in Brownsville at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all. Beginners are welcome. We help each student learn at their own pace and build confidence one class at a time.
Ed’s Tae Kwon Do offers classes for children, teens, and adults. We’ll help you find the right class for your age and experience.
Yes! Your first week is free. Come meet our instructors, see the school, and decide if it feels right for you.
Our classes build focus, discipline, respect, confidence, and practical self-defense skills.
We offer different training options. Contact us for current tuition and class times, and we’ll help you choose what fits your family.
Contact Us!
Come join us at Ed’s Tae Kwon Do in Brownsville! We welcome all those in Bonita, Los Fresnos, Port Isabel, and South Padre Island to train with us. We are near many schools, providing a great growth opportunity for children at Paredes Elementary, Breeden Elementary, Pena Elementary, Hudson Elementary, and Champion Elementary!