Barrett's ATA Martial Arts

1335 E Whitestone Blvd #160, Cedar Park, TX 78613

4.7 (38 reviews)

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Join Barrett's ATA Martial Arts in Cedar Park for top-notch martial arts classes! Boost your skills, fitness, and confidence with expert instruction.

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Emily Clabaugh

This is a fantastic facility and program. Everyone is so nice and it really feels like your party of a family. My son is 11 and loves coming to class. I highly recommend this program for any age.

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Posted 1 year ago
Neeraj Anand

Great learning experience 👍

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Posted 1 year ago
Naveen Bayi

ATA Martial Arts provides an exceptional experience for individuals looking to develop their physical fitness, mental focus, and self-discipline through martial arts training. The atmosphere is welcoming, supportive, and motivating for students of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced martial artist, ATA creates an environment where personal growth and progress are at the forefront. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about each student’s journey. They take the time to offer constructive feedback to help improve technique. Classes are structured and well-paced, ensuring a balance of challenge and achievement. With a focus on self-defense, leadership, and respect, ATA Martial Arts also instills valuable life skills that extend far beyond the class. Overall, ATA Martial Arts offers a fantastic program that combines martial arts training with personal development. It's a great place for those looking to build confidence, discipline, and physical fitness while learning valuable martial arts techniques. Highly recommended for individuals or families looking for a positive, supportive environment to train and grow.

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Posted 1 year ago
Deni Jimenez

ATA for my son has been so much fun.There are some many events for kids to attend.Also ATA is just great for the community by helping kids learn to defend themselves, have discipline, respect and much more.

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Posted 1 year ago
Eman Saadieh

A year ago if you had asked, we are not TKD people, never even crossed our mind. And now we’re hooked. Staff is soo kind and attentive to the members. Classes are fun and keeps you engaged. If you think you’re just going to do some kicks and punches, you’re wrong. It’s a workout!

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Posted 1 year ago
Tiffani Mcadoo

We love it here!

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Posted 1 year ago
Nathan Peaster

The staff here is absolutely amazing with kids! They are all very kind an patient and have amazing ways of getting the kids to tune in. I would absolutely recommend Barrett's to anyone!

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Posted 1 year ago
Kameshwara Mummadavarapu

I wholeheartedly recommend ATA Barrett at Cedar Park for any family seeking top-notch martial arts training. The instructors' expertise, patience and passion have fostered remarkable growth in my child. Since joining ATA Barrett, I've witnessed holistic improvements in my child's: 1. Physical agility and coordination 2. Emotional resilience and confidence 3. Social skills through teamwork and camaraderie 4. Discipline and focus 5. Self-esteem and perseverance The instructors' dedication, enthusiasm and personalized attention create a nurturing environment. The program's well-structured curriculum ensures measurable progress. ATA Barrett exceeds expectations, delivering: 1. Expert instruction in Taekwondo and life skills 2. Positive reinforcement and encouragement 3. Clean, safe facilities 4. Engaging atmosphere for students of all ages Enrolling my child at ATA Barrett has been a game-changer. I've seen profound development beyond mere physical skill – a transformation into a more confident, capable and compassionate individual.

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Posted 1 year ago
Edward McLean

We love it here! Extremely welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable staff. Glad we found Barrett's ATA for our daughter.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jeremiah Ward

We’ve been coming to Barrett’s ATA for almost 2 years and we love it. The teachers are incredible and the culture of the school is amazing!

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Posted 2 years ago
DJ BOLA

My son really enjoyed learning materials arts. The staff works really well with kids. They teach valuable life lessons, not only martial arts. For any parents thinking of joining, to get the full experience it takes a long commitment. In the end you will see how much your child grows.

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Posted 3 years ago
Beth B

My daughter is a homeschooler and we decided to sign her up for classes to get physical education and socialization about a year ago. I've watched my daughter come out of her shell and become more flexible and stronger. The instructors are so kind, friendly, and very encouraging leaders. They teach so much self defense. Our World can be a very unsafe place so empowering our children and ourselves is so greatly needed. Some on the instructors just volunteer to give back to a wonderful place that has given their children tools to keep them safe in an unsafe situations. I find myseld looking foward to taking our daughter to classes throughout the week. All are welcome and accepted and I love the focus on respect and personal goals instead of a sport that presses you to be better than another human being.

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Posted 3 years ago
Ray Frost

We enjoyed our first class. Everyone is very friendly, looking forward to the next one.

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Posted 3 years ago
Nathan Patterson

I have been attending for about 6 months now. I enjoy the workouts and the instructors are great.

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Posted 4 years ago
Kevin Mathis

Master Barrett’s ATA school is phenomenal. My wife and I enrolled my oldest daughter a few years ago and have been so pleased ever since. Our daughter has grown so much in confidence, self-defense abilities, and overall life skills. Master Barrett is a very experienced, super-accomplished martial artist in her own right, and has a superb staff that matches her professionalism, passion, and focus. I have personal experience in ATA as a student & instructor so I knew what I was looking for in a school. I highly recommend Barrett’s ATA for both children and adults.

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Posted 5 years ago
Marcel Ribas

Barrett's is a great place for kids to learn martial arts and life skills. They are doing a great job with COVID-19 procedures.

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Posted 5 years ago
John Breen

Cathy and I had the pleasure of seeing Chantel and Nick at this ATA school they have built. As a ATA Green Belt I was very impressed with the layout of this school. Also during Covaid times we were very impressed with how hard they work to ensure the facility is clean and safe for all students and guests. If your looking for a great learning experience with high quality instructors then you have come to the right place.

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Posted 6 years ago
Brandi Burket

I participated in Barrett's ATA Martial Arts beginners on-line class of Krav Maga. Not only did I have a blast and get a good workout, I learned a few self defense moves! The instructor, Master Barrett, was easy to follow, answered all questions and explained things clearly with demonstrations to help us follow through on our own. I'm looking forward to many more of these classes! I'm so glad they offer on-line training!

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Posted 6 years ago
Suraj Mansukhani

Both my kids attend this location, and have for most of 2019, and absolutely love it. The teachers are amazing and caring, the facility is fantastic and there’s a wonderful focus on ensuring the success of each child.

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Posted 6 years ago
Leyla O

Professional staff and great teachers. Kids are heaving intense workout and learn about important values such as self-control, self-esteem, respect, etc. Overall we've had a very positive experience so far. Hopefully it'll last till my kid gets his black belt J.

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Posted 7 years ago
Ashlee Bardin

Barrett’s ATA is an incredible school! Not only do the staff members and owners care about each student and their training, they will go out of their way to help the students reach their goals. For example, before I got my black belt through them, Mrs. Mascari worked extra after classes with me to make sure I learned my forms and could pass them off before the test. Having that level of support was crucial to reaching my goals, and I could not have done it without her, Master Barrett, and my training partners. There is a family atmosphere within the school, and training during my teen and young adult years has been so important in increasing my confidence and sense of belonging. I will also say just as a side note: It’s so cool training in the teen/adult classes with the new teenagers and seeing how marital arts affects them. You can see their self-confidence and respect grow with each belt they earn. Definitely would recommend for anyone wanting to add some structure to their life. It teaches respect, commitment, self-worth, and self defense!

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Posted 7 years ago
Bindiya Mansharamani

My son started at ATA December of 2017. He was an introvert and we wanted to make him more outgoing in preparation of going to public schools and making new friends. In the last 1.5 years we have seen a drastic change in our son and his confidence level. He knows how to defend himself and says "Leave me alone" or "Get away from me" to strangers. We love the instructors and staff at ATA, they know each childs strength and weakness and provide special attention to friends that need it.

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Posted 7 years ago
Katie Wood

After my son started the Tiger Tots program, I got to see what a positive teaching environment Master Barrett has built here. My two older girls started classes shortly after, and even I began training. We've now been involved here since Spring 2017, and will stay through black belts for all the kids, at the very least. The program teaches so much more than self defense and martial arts; each cycle focuses on a different character trait (respect, communication, discipline etc.,) and the teachers all are truly called to their vocation. All of the staff are people that I trust and appreciate, they are kind, helpful and always happy to welcome new faces. The other students act as great role models. When visiting nearby businesses (like half price books) in uniform, we always hear comments about how ATA students are always so well behaved from the employees. My kids have found a home away from home, and I'm grateful for the role models and family atmosphere that we have discovered here. Ask about their family program- keeps tuition down for multiple family members!

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Posted 7 years ago
Mark Eberhart

Have been going for a year now. Love the atmosphere and the trainers are all top notch. Would highly recommend!

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Posted 8 years ago
Krithika Mani

it’s a good place to learn to deafened yourself

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Posted 2 years ago
C. Cruz

ATA Nightmare - Barrett's ATA is one of the worst experiences of our lives. We were with them for two painful years. Some of the instructors like Roche, Gray, and Kelly are good, but there are other instructors there that should be avoided because they tend to have their favorites and ignore the rest of the students. Our main problem is with Senior Master Barrett. We had poor communication from the start, enigmatic standards, and flagrant favoritism. For example, she once told me son didn't shine, but couldn't tell me what that meant, but she had literally spend a total of 5 minutes with him over the course of two years. Testing clearly shows that they do a poor job preparing students, as they simply mirror the instructors moves. Total McDojo! Also, it becomes obvious that some instructors aren't in sync with the rest of the program. When it comes to testing some of the students know the moves, and others have no idea what is going on. It's painful to watch. They rely on the Spark ap, which is constantly down, and you have to check in at the front desk anyway to make sure they make the class requirements. We would go week after week, thinking we were checked in, only to find out the ap was not logging our classes. My daughter was nominated for best student of the cycle, but then they never hung up her award. We wound up buying a frame and hanging it up ourselves. There are lots of incidents of bullying that go unreported and shrugged off as tattling when you report it, or you know its just kids being kids, but then they have a bully prevention class that clearly admonishes the behavior. The final straw came when they accused my son of pushing another student, but the fact of the matter is he wasn't even there when the incident occurred. The incident was misreported,, but when I complained they needed to check their roster before accusing their students, magically they held back my son from testing...after an entire cycle. They tried dialing it back saying he didn't have a "black belt attitude," even though he was going for his green belt, but it was the first time we had heard of it. Again, you'd think if there was a problem, they would have said something. It's their loophole, for if they don't like you attitude, or stick up for yourself, they will punish you. That's not ATA lesson I am familiar with. I hope they read this and adopt a positive attitude of growth, because we honestly love Taekwondo and sadly they do not know how to create an environment of growth that caters to that.

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Posted 2 years ago
Angela Marshall

We were so excited when we found this place. It's close by, has great reviews, and the facility is set-up to handle classes for little ones. Our daughter is 2 1/2 and we've been dying to get her into Martial Arts, it's very important to us to start her in learning to defend herself as soon as possible. Unfortunately things did not work out due to lack of communication and poor customer service. We were told to come in for a free trial class and to be there at 4:30 for the 4:45 Wednesda class. We arrived about 5-10 minutes early and my 2 1/2yr old decides she has to go potty and I'm 6 months pregnant and it's 100+ degrees outside. The hours of operation on the door say 4PM-9PM, I call the front desk (because the door is locked) and ask to speak to someone. One of the women that work there answer the door and refuse to let us come in to use the restroom because they are still in a staff meeting. So we walked a few doors down and used the restroom at the ice cream parlor. They didn't open the doors till almost 4:45, then WHY was I told to be there by 4:30? The class, teacher, and rest of the staff were nice enough and we REALLY REALLY wanted to get her started in martial arts so we signed up for the $59/8 Class pack. We would have enrolled her in the school to start with but she was pretty shy and just sort of stood there the whole first class. We thought $59 and 8 classes should give her enough time to warm up to the teachers and tell us if she's ready for something like this. We were asked what days of the week we were most likely to come and we explained Mon. and Wed. were best but there may be some time in the next few weeks it might not work since we are preparing for me to take maternity leave and my husband to take some time off with me. We were given the impression this wouldn't be a problem and were excited to come back for classes. Sadly today (a Monday) was supposed to be her third class and we are unable to make it because we aren't feeling well. We have now been told that we will lose that class enitrely and will not only get 7 of the 8 we paid for and that they don't allow make-up classes for a trial period. I calmly and cooly explained to Ms. Vaughn that that is not what we were told and that we were very disappointed. I explained to her what we were told at time of sign-up, and also what happened the day we came for our initial trial class. It's not $59 I'm worried about, in reality that's a great price and good deal BUT communication and working with your customers IS a big deal. I do not understand why they will not allow us to either come on a Saturday or just add that day to the end of our schedule. We REALLY REALLY wanted this place to work out and to enroll her at the end of her trial BUT if this is how the relationship STARTS I can't imagine how things would go down the road. I grew up taking Taekwondo and Shui Huo Kung Fu so it was important for my daughter to have the same experiences I had. Well because of poor customer service and poor communication her journey will not be had with Barrett's ATA.

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Posted 7 years ago