Urbandale Area's Best Martial Arts program

Are you looking to improve focus, reduce anxiety or improve mental and physical health? Thousands of people in the Urbandale area have turned to Farrell's Martial Arts since 1989 for martial arts training to do just that. Fill out the form to get a free introductory class and a special online offer to train at Farrell's Martial Arts.

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Preschool Martial Arts (Pre-K & Kindergarten)
in Urbandale

The perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having TONS of fun! Our preschool martial arts program in Urbandale gives your little one the tools they need to prepare for school and life.

Kids TaeKwonDo (Grades 1-6)
in Urbandale

Our kids martial arts program in Urbandale helps kids focus, listen, build confidence and protect themselves with self defense. Watch them improve in school, too!

Teen TaeKwonDo (Grades 7-12)
in Urbandale

The ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active and engaged- and helps them feel confident, too. Help your teen make friends and get off their screens with our teen martial arts classes in Urbandale!

Adult TaeKwonDo (Ages 18+)
in Urbandale

Great friends, great fun- crush your fitness goals with our adult martial arts classes in Urbandale. Learn self defense skills and martial arts together while having a ton of fun. No more boring workouts!

why CHOOSE Farrell's Martial Arts?

Since we opened in 1989, we’ve been dedicated to changing the lives of people one person at a time, through martial arts, education and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members in the Urbandale area. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop and succeed in their personal goals.

With a large and dedicated facility, full-time instructors and support staff, we are a professional family martial arts program.

We believe that martial arts training is more than just punching and kicking. Our focus is on teaching life skills that build stronger families and communities. We are a Black Belt school, which means we work with all of our students to set goals to earn their Black Belt.

Martial Arts School | Farrell's Martial Arts Urbandale

"Great instructors teaching life lessons with a bit of martial arts sprinkled in for good measure,"

"Farrell's is an amazing place if you want your child to learn Martial Arts. Students also learn respect for self and others.."

"My son started the program and has become a more focused, determined and confident young man."

"Great place to instill good values into your kids! My daughter always looks forward to class!"

About our programs

Preschool Martial Arts (Ages 4-6)
in Urbandale

Discover why parents love our Preschool Martial Arts Program in Urbandale. It's the perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, and character enrichment, and gives your little one an edge when they enter a busy school setting.

Kids TaeKwonDo (Ages 7-11)
in Urbandale

Our kids Taekwondo program in Urbandale helps kids gain confidence, build focus, practice listening skills, and learn self defense. Watch their grades in school improve too!

Teen TaeKwonDo (Ages 12-17)
in Urbandale

Combining confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self defense, our Urbandale Teen Martial Arts program keeps your teen's wellness and happiness in mind. It's time to get your teenager active, making new friends and bettering themselves.

Adult TaeKwonDo (Ages 18+)
in Urbandale

Our Urbandale Adult Martial Arts program combines next-level fitness with next-level FUN- no more boring workouts! It's time to switch up your routine and get the results you've been looking for in an awesome community of like-minded people.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs

We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons. We instill in our students that kindness and respect are even more important than the physical aspects martial arts.

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons.  We love parents getting involved!  And so do their kids.  Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults.   Your kids will love that you have something in common.  It will build a strong family bond!

Additionally, if you wanted some ‘me-time’?  Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee.  They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!

No, not at all!  We find that people start at varying fitness levels. But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our martial arts classes.  Isn’t that the point though? A fun workout that gets results!

Truthfully, the journey to Black Belt is an individual one.  Everyone can progress at a different pace.  There is no judgement on students for how long it does take.  What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE! 

The self defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for Black Belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.

You will find that your instructors at Farrell’s Martial Arts Urbandale are dedicated to helping you on your journey to Black Belt or whatever your personal goal may be.

We encourage you to fill out the form on this page and schedule a free introductory class. The class is a small group of other beginner students just like you. You won’t be mixed in with other experienced students.

When you come in, one of our head instructors will meet with you, show you around, teach you a few things and answer any questions you have.

If you decide you would like to enroll, then we offer a four week trial program for you to continue to evaluate the program. Once you get started, we think you’ll love it and be on your journey to Black Belt!

Make sure you wear comfortable clothes!

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes.  You will find Farrell’s Martial Arts in Urbandale have martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun!  Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class.  We’re sure you will be too!

Not at all.  In fact, many students starting in our martial arts classes would describe themselves as uncoordinated or not athletically gifted before they started.  So you will fit right in!

Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve!  You’ll find that our experienced martial arts instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple.  So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills!  Come see for yourself!

Farrell's Martial Arts

Urbandale

We’re located at 3843 121st St., stop by and say hello!