ABOUT US
“Excellence is not a skill. It is an attitude.”
EVERYDAY IS AN OPPORTUNITY
Atlasi Martial Arts Academy has grown from humble beginnings into one of Dallas’s most respected martial arts schools. For over 20 years, Master Arrash Atlasi has empowered students of all ages to build discipline, confidence, and resilience through expert martial arts and self-defense training.
As an officially recognized Taekwondo school affiliated with the International Taekwondo Organization, we combine tradition with a modern, student-focused approach. What sets us apart is our strong sense of community, individualized attention, and a deep commitment to personal growth, not just performance.
Our instructors bring not only experience and skill, but a genuine passion for helping students succeed. At Atlasi Martial Arts Academy, every class is designed to challenge, support, and inspire. Whether you’re seeking self-defense skills, improved fitness, or a path to personal transformation, you’ll find a welcoming home here.
TRAIN ALONGSIDE THE BEST
Arrash Atlasi
Arrash Atlasi is the Principal Instructor and Founder of the Atlasi Martial Arts Academy. Mr. Atlasi is passionate about both martial arts and teaching. Being a lifetime student of the martial arts, he is always seeking out ways to improve himself and in turn his students. Mr. Atlasi has over twenty years of training and teaching experience.
Koroush Atlasi
Mr. Koroush began his study of martial arts in 1997. He has studied and learned by means of the traditional master/disciple apprenticeship method. Mr. Koroush began his teaching career nine years ago. He specializes in Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Kickboxing. Koroush has taught classes for children and adults, women’s self-defense, as well as experienced competitors. Mr. Koroush has earned many trophies at tournaments and is actively competing and refereeing.
Jesse Palmer
Jesse Palmer is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor and professional martial arts athlete who is a black belt under Bruno “Tank” Mendes. In November 2016, Jesse was honored to be the first American to receive his black belt under Bruno and is currently the head instructor at Soul Fighters Plano and Atlasi Martial Arts. Jesse has competed in the many high-level competitions ranging from IBJJF opens throughout Texas, to the IBJJF European Open in Portugal, all the way up to Pan Ams and World Championships in California. Jesse has also fought MMA professionally in Dallas with XKO, Dominion Warrior, and professional Muay Thai kickboxing in Thailand at Patong Stadium.