Bailey's TaeKwonDo & Jiu Jitsu. With academies in Tuscaloosa and Northport, Alabama.

“From our first visit, three years ago, with each private lesson, testing, and tournament, we have been consistently impressed with the high level of instructor preparation, the personal interest each instructor has taken in our children, the quality of instruction, and the thoroughly professional conduct from each member of the staff we have experienced at Bailey's TaeKwonDo. ... The high quality of the Bailey's TaeKwonDo Academy experience attracts some of the nicest people I've met in Tuscaloosa.”

—Jonathan Noffsinger
TKD parent

“I love TaeKwonDo for my son. This is the only sport he has been involved in that has made him feel special and important. It also is about setting goals, reaching those goals and learning life skills along the way. TaeKwonDo has instilled a strong confidence in Dillon that I saw missing before. ... I can't say enough good things about the instructors. They are all of such high caliber that Dillon wants to be just like them.”

—Theresa Baker
TKD parent

“When I asked Max this Spring if he wanted to play Soccer, he did not because that would mean that he would miss a few TaeKwonDo classes in order to do both activities. All of our children love the program that is provided. ... There is always positive reinforcement from the instructors no matter what the achievement, and as a result, the kids continue to aim higher to reach that next goal. The children have shown an increase in confidence, responsibility and self control, in class as well as out in the world.”

—Sarah French
TKD parent

“Bailey’s Taekwondo Academy is much more than I expected. I hold a black belt in another style of Karate and from another school, so I came to Bailey’s TaeKwonDo with some ideas and expectations. I expected Taekwondo to be a martial art for my children that would teach them discipline and self-defense. What I did not expect is the level of respect and professionalism for everyone who walks through the doors. The entire staff at each location welcomes you, by name, every visit, and makes you feel like you are appreciated."

—Joe Shirley
TKD parent & BJJ student

"Of course Bailey's TaeKwonDo Academies do an outstanding job of teaching martial arts. James Bailey and his staff of outstanding instructors, however, are equally committed to teaching life lessons and personal values through the discipline of martial arts. The high quality of the Bailey's TaeKwonDo Academy experience attracts some of the nicest people I've met in Tuscaloosa.”

—Jane Weigel
TKD parent

"I just want to offer a very sincere thank you for all that you do for my children and so many others in our community. I am so pleased to have my sons exposed to the role models that you and the other members of the Bailey’s TaeKwonDo staff demonstrate. ... It is hard to find people in today’s world who actually are examples of what they teach and profess to believe. I have seen no better examples of adherence to one’s beliefs and teachings than you and the personnel at Bailey’s."

—Skip Snead
TKD parent

“I want to let you know how very much I appreciate the fine program you run at Bailey’s. We have been so impressed with the professional yet caring job you do day in and day out. Taylor has truly enjoyed being under your leadership and we have seen her progress nicely. We especially like how your program addresses not only karate, but general life skills as well. The tenets are terrific reminders for students and parents, too. Keep up the good work."

—Annette Cook
TKD parent

“TaeKwonDo has given me a new sense of purpose... as an individual as well as a member of my community. I've found in TaeKwondo strength I didn't know I had both physically and mentally. It's been a very rewarding experience and has easily become a major part of who I am today. The best rewards have come with the new friendships and second-to-none bond within the Bailey’s community.”

—Laura Linberry
adult TKD student