Squaw Peak Taekwondo - ATA
About
Squaw Peak Taekwondo ATA offers martial arts training in disciplines including MMA and karate, serving students from age three through adulthood. The gym is led by Master Mark Gilbride, who is consistently praised for his excellent leadership and teaching abilities. He maintains a structured environment that emphasizes character development, respect, discipline, and perseverance while balancing serious training with a fun, supportive atmosphere. The instructional team includes black belt students who serve as instructors, strengthening the sense of community and providing relatable role models for younger members.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Master Mark Gilbride for his excellent leadership and teaching, noting his ability to balance serious martial arts training with a fun, supportive environment. Reviewers highlight how the gym builds character, with students developing improved focus, perseverance, respect, and self-confidence that extends beyond the gym. Many mention the strong community atmosphere fostered by both Master Gilbride and the black belt student instructors. Several families have remained with the gym for years, with students progressing to black belt ranks and even becoming instructors themselves.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Vanessa Valenzuela Erickson
5 years ago
We have been a part of this great local gym with great instructors for the past few years. Master Gilbride is an excellent leader and teacher both over students and the student teachers that assist in teaching. We personally love the commitment to structure and character while always making room for fun and the real things of kid life as well. Our 8 yo son is part of the Black Belt Club and intends to stay to see through his commitment.
Will Giorza
5 years ago
I started out as a student here almost 12 years ago, and Master Gilbride is like family to me at this point. Since becoming an instructor under his guidance, I've seen countless students become not only skilled martial artists but people with better focus, perseverance, and respect for others. As for me personally, I went from being an awkward kid who was out of my comfort zone to a leader who's confident in myself and knows how to understand people's abilities and limits. Going to Squaw Peak ATA has been one of the best experiences of my life, and I can't say enough positive things about it.
Mindy Lewis
5 years ago
Mark GilBride fosters a close, caring community within Squaw Peak Taekwondo. My daughter began classes just over two years ago. She has been encouraged and supported by Master GilBride and the instructors and is now a black belt and an instructor. We can’t say enough nice things.
Jason Evjen
5 years ago
My son has been able to excel in his Taekwondo belt progression with Master Gilbride and the awesome instructors over at Squaw Peak ATA! After 4+ years of attending Squaw Peak ATA, he still looks forward to attending every class. Not only is this a physical outlet, it also teaches respect, discipline and perseverance which helps in every part of life both at school and at home. Master Gilbride is the best of the best and his instructional team is no different. I recommend Squaw Peak ATA to each family we encounter with family members from 3 years old all the way through adulthood!
Travis
6 years ago
This is a great local gym with great instructors. Master GilBride is an excellent leader and teacher and builds good rapport with the students. He maintains a good balance between taking Taekwondo seriously while learning in a fun environment with a sense of humor. The black belt students also work as instructors and strengthen the feeling of community here. My daughter has enjoyed learning Taekwondo and her self confidence and self defense skills have improved.
scheduleHours
Monday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed