SH Kim Tae Kwon Do

My 7 year old son has been a student here for 2 years. His self discipline and body control have improved vastly. The individualized instruction and personal attention are excellent. We highly recommend this studio.

My daughter and I joined a year ago, and have had an excellent experience so far. So much so that we recently signed up for another two years for the both of us. Doing TKD is a way of life, and it’s very different from enrolling into a month to month program like at a Bally’s. By definition, it requires some mimimum commitment. Before we first signed up, I went and sat through several classes to get a feel for the instructors, the students and the atmosphere. I really liked with I saw — it is a nurturing environment that encourages positive interactions, physical and mental fitness and respect for others. I am glad we signed up. Master An, who is the main instructor, is absolutely outstanding — both as an exceptional martial artist, as well as just a really good-​hearted person. Recently, a Master Choi joined the Dojang, and he is very good too. Master Kim, who is the owner, never pressured me to sign up or commit to three years, but he did show the financial tradeoffs between signing a one versus a three year contract. As a numbers oriented guy, I liked it. In fact, I went to him with my daughter a year prior, and he determined that we should wait one more year before signing up. This school cares about its students, and cares a lot about proper etiquette and technique. Nothing good in life is free or cheap, and neither is TKD at a school of this quality, and in a location like this.

SH Kim Tae Kwon Do is an outstanding martial arts school. The instructors are top-​notch and professional, the facilities are bright and cheerful (the studio is on the top floor of the building), and the program emphasizes confidence building, discipline and a respect for others. Senior Master Kim, with internationally recognized experience, takes a genuine interest in the progression of his students. Master An and Master Kim are great role models and they deserve the respect they command. They are professional, thorough and strict, while allowing laughter to enter the classes, keeping it lighthearted and fun. My boys look forward to kicking and punching under controlled conditions to let off steam while learning about self-​control. I have already seen an improvement in their concentration and focus at home. While SH Kim may be slightly more expensive than its competitors (and it is important to understand the costs for various testing and equipment up front), it is well worth it and I can’t wait to enroll my youngest daughter.

Our boys, 6 & 8, have been attending SH Kim Tae Kwon Do for 2 years and are in the 3-​year black belt program. The current instructors, Master An and Master Kim, are excellent. They really connect with the children and bring a sense of fun to the class while also teaching with rigor and discipline. When my boys’ motivation has flagged, the teachers encourage them and renew their confidence in their ability to succeed. The boys are becoming stronger, and growing in coordination and confidence. I like the mixed ages in the classes — some classes even have adults and younger children together, reinforcing that we can be a learner at any age. Senior Master Kim, the owner, clearly loves what he does and has dedicated his life to it. He encouraged us to keep our younger son enrolled even though he was highly unfocused in class, and he was right: our son matured and advanced in the classes and has done well. My main suggestion for SH Kim Tae Kwo Do is to do a better job of communicating up front with parents about fees for belt tests, uniforms, sparring gear, etc. Posting a price list/​schedule on the web site would be helpful. Also would appreciate better communication about scheduling of belt tests. Overall, we are very satisfied with SH Kim Tae Kwon Do.