TMAX

Fantastic for children! They teach discipline, structure, respect, while improving physically: balance, strength, flexibility. TMAX is Clean, organized, well structured. Their instructors are professional, personable & most importantly for children FUN! They have a very good instructor to student ratio. Their instructors are not only knowledgeable, but very good with children. I can say hands down, they are 5 star for children classes! I’ve been around martial arts since I was 5 years old & all over the world: China, HK, Singapore, Korea, Thailand, Hawaii & around the USA.
The 5^th star is for what makes them exceptional, FUN! is a key factor for young students! Many children lose interest simply on this factor alone.
TMAX offers a great value in their programs. They offer pickup from school & have the children do their homework when their not training! It’s adult babysitting PLUS martial arts lessons!
I’ve witnessed both of my nieces grow and they are always excited & look forward to their classes. The other day my 7 year old niece wanted & took 3 classes in a row! What can you say to that?!? TMAX, WELL DONE!

My daughter started here when she was 6 years old, a bit over a year ago. It’s been a great experience for her. The instructors have high expectations of their students of all ages, and they temper this with a really impressive level of compassion and affection for their students. Master Lee and every instructor we have encountered are absolutely terrific. My daughter has really flourished here.

Both my boys started going to TMAX about 7 months ago (San Marino Location). From the first visit, the instructors were very attentive to my boys and their struggles. Master Lee connected with my oldest son and made it his mission to get him interested and excited about classes. He along with the instructors pay close to attention to the students to make sure they are getting the most out of the program. They do a good job of explaining the system and the required commitment upfront. They work with the students to make sure they are learning and progressing, but the speed at which the student progresses is highly dependent on the parent and that student’s commitment. The Master and instructors have no problem in helping the student progress through the ranks if the student is ready, committed and willing. They have many resources to assist the students and the parents in learning the techniques and forms for every level. They listen to our concerns and try to address them. In only 7 months, my boys have progressed three levels and have come along way. Their confidence, self esteem and the clarity by which they express themselves has come a long way and we couldn’t be happier. TMAX helps the students gain self confidence, it also helps them learn the meaning of structure and how to best follow it. I love the «breaking of bad habits» that the Master works on with every student at their first belt promotion test. it is truly empowering for the students and makes them understand that they have the power to change and progress if they want to. if the students work hard, they will surely progress and that is great for their sense of achievement. they don’t have to guess, just work hard and they will see the rewards. I can’t say enough positive things about this studio, the Master and the instructors at this location.

TMAX has changed in my life for the better, there’s no better way to say it.
I was first introduced to this Taekwon studio when I won a free 1-​month pass from a raffle at Women’s World Gym just a couple of doors down. In 2014 I had «learn a martial art» on my list of things to do and I took this a sign that now was the time to do it. At 31 years old, I signed up to take the adult classes 2xs a week, and was quite excited. It was there I met instructor Jan and Master Lee, both who have inspired me immensely to be a stronger individual both mentally and physically.
Not only have I developed stamina, strength, and more flexibility, but the lessons of Taekwondo has taught me to be a more disciplined, thoughtful, and respectful person. It is here I have nurtured an even better sense of self and only continue to multiply my confidence. In addition to the amazing physical aspect of Taekwondo, the spiritual side has spoken to me greatly, and I can see the impact it has had on my life in already a short period of time.
I am very grateful to Master Lee and Instructor Jan for their patience, encouragement, and for creating a dojang where I feel like I can truly thrive.

I cannot say enough about TMAX. My son (5) has been taking TKD here for just under a year and he absolutely loves it. He is learning discipline, self-​control, respect, etc. And as a bonus he is learning Korean. Master Lee and all the instructors are amazing, patient teachers. So happy to have such a fantastic martial arts studio in San Marino!

I had tried a few martial arts studio before finding TMAX. I could tell from the first time I observed the instruction time that I would be back with my 7yr old son. Master Lee sets the tone for excellence but also balances his delivery of the standard with clear expectations, specific instructions, and loving care for each student. His studio has a structure in place where a student’s hard work and focus is rewarded during every class time. On top of the instruction and reward system; perhaps, best of all, he and instructor Jan make the classes challenging and FUN. Master Lee and Instructor Jan are exceptional teachers, encouragers, nurturers, and character builders. My son looks forward to every class and never complains about going.
We recently had my son’s 8^th birthday party at the studio with Master Lee and Instructor Jan. Every friend was focused on Master Lee and had a great time. Each child had a chance to break a board after receiving instruction. Way too cool. Then there were games and the kids couldn’t stop laughing. Even the parents wanted in on the fun!

TMAX is not only a great place for learning TKD techniques, it’s also a school for nurturing healthy personalities and growing positive attitude in kids. Master Lee and Instructor Jan are amazing when working with kids. Actually all the staff there are exceptional! TMAX is a great community that we are excited to be part of!

Master Lee and his staff are exceptional. Initially we signed up our two boys (4 and 6 old) to gauge their interest and they loved it! Our families have heard horror stories when it comes to other dojangs, whether them being pushy to sign people up, adding in extra costs, or just making this purely business and not about the larger aspect of martial arts. Master Lee and the staff understand the students limits and know that they cannot be pushed to the edge resulting in possibly disliking the sport. Our family have complete confidence in the staff that the students are gently guided through self-​respect, self-​defense, and self confidence… all of which is their motto! This place is highly recommended!

Master Lee is the real deal. I set on the bench and watched him teach for a few minutes and instantly decided to sign up myself and my two daughters, aged 4 and 6. Besides the obvious benefits of being stronger and more flexible, I love that martial arts teaches discipline, and Master Lee is gentle on the correction, funny when he demonstrates, and appropriately strict when the kids cannot focus or concentrate. His classes are fun and inspiring. After two weeks of free trial class, we signed up for 12 months. My husband is most pleased to see an improvement in concentration in our 4 year old daughter.

My son has been taking TKD with Master Lee and Instructor Jan for 6 months now and he LOVES it. Both Master Lee and Instructor Jan truly care about their students and it really shows. They are the real deal. I give them 5 stars because TMAX rocks!!!

My son has been going to TMAX for 5 weeks. He is in kindergarten and loves going to TMAX. He has improved a lot and he has displayed much more discipline and respect at home.
The instructors are strict but make the class fun as well. We would highly recommend TMAX.