Glendale Tae Kwon Do

We have been going to Glendale Tae Kwon Do for 4 years. My two children and myself are enrolled. We have received wonderful instruction from Master Kim and Master Ed. The program is rigorous. But the education is well worth the time and hard work that is expected from you. I highly recommend Glendale Tae Kwon Do for adults or children who are looking for serious traditional training in this martial art.

Great school to learn actual real taekwondo.

So, it was more than a year ago I reviewed this place. My son is trained there by Master Kim for more than a year. And this month I paid full for the next year. Besides teaching Tae-​Kwon-​Do, they also teach kids to respect parents, to be responsible for their actions, they review kids’ school reports too.
In a brief, I am very satisfied with this school, and can recommend.

I started training here when I was 9 years old in 1992 and continue to train at the age of 31 as a 4^th degree black belt. Joining this studio was one of the best decisions my parents made for me. If you are dedicated and driven to learn smart Tae-​Kwon-​Do sparring, this is a great place. Yes, the Master can be strict, but as the old saying goes, no pain, no gain. As a child, the discipline helped me eventually become one of the best, winning several State gold medals and eventually winning a gold medal in the US Junior Olympic Nationals. As a teenager and adult, the discipline is what planted the seed of dedication and motivation in my approach towards life. I now retain those skills and am proud of my physical abilities and mental confidence.

Master Kim taught me integrity, respect, loyalty, and indomitable spirit through much of my childhood years. I strive to better myself and was able to get my 3^rd degree black belt at Glendale TKD. I was not always the best student and Master Kim sometimes pushed me harder, but I was able to quickly realize that he was in essence preparing me for the real world. I am now an adult looking back and thanking Master Kim for all the discipline that he had engraved in me when I was his student. I apply and display these values everyday at work, with friends, and family and so far it’s been a great journey. Thank you Master Kim!

I’ve had the privilege to train under Master Kim, Master Edward, as well as other instructors, for about 6 years and reached 2^nd degree black belt. One thing I’ve noticed about this school is that they emphasis sparring and discipline.
The instructors may be tough, but it is out of a passion to see their students develop a strong character; I can personally testify to this. And honestly, I would be hesitant in going to a fighting school that taught otherwise.

If you are trying to learn Taekwondo then look no further. Master Kim is truly a master at what he does and really emphasises on every student individually. Not only will you benefit from the form that Taekwondo has to offer but you will also be focusing on a lot of sparring after purple belt. I got my second dan black belt from here and I can say that if you truly want to learn Taekwondo and embrace the skills for a lifetime then this is the school for you.

I’ve had the privilege of training under Master Kim, Master Edwards, as well as other instructors, for about 6 years and reached 2^nd dan black belt. I learned a great deal of discipline, integrity, and confidence in my ability to defend myself. One thing i’ve noticed about this school is that they put an emphasis on sparring & discpline, instead of simply prancing around in a uniform.
Mastor Kim may be tough in his discipline, but it is out of a passion to see his students develop a strong character. And frankly, i’d be hesitant in going to a fighting school that teaches otherwise.
Hi Master Kim! I hope to stop by here and there to train; ive just been busy with my schedule.

My son is training in Glendale Tae Kwon Do School for several months now. And I am very satisfied with the results. For this short period of time he achieved not only good physical results but also became more organized and self-​disciplined. In Glendale Tae Kwon Do students are well trained well physically and mentally, that is what I want for my son. I am grateful to find this school and looking forward to have my son trained by Master Kim for years to come.

Jessica, you are a moron! I am the first person to ever be given a black belt by Master Kim since he became a master. Whenever he calls you names, he’s doing it to encourage you. It’s up to you to overcome your emotions and suck it up. The instructors and Master Kim are not there to blow smoke up your ass. They’re there train you physically, and sometimes mentally. 15 – 20 years ago, under the tutelage of Master Kim, some classmates and I made it to the US NATIONALS and some of us went to compete globally. I started practicing here at 11 years old and studied until 25. I’m 34 now and in retrospect I think I wouldn’t be the person I am now had it not been for Master Kim’s guidance and instruction. BTW, if your kicks aren’t high enough, you SHOULD be stretched till you die! That’s why you train! If you’re pudgy, lose weight! That’s why we’re there!

My boys have been going to Glendale Tae Kwon Do for the past 2 years. Both have strengthened their skills mentally and physically in the martial art, in their academics and at home. The discipline that Master Kim teaches is truly what is needed in the martial arts and for students in general. The kids have a full hour of training, unlike other places that only teach for 45 minutes. It is productive and hard training, as it should be, and not games and social time. If you want to learn to be a martial artist, this is the place to go. For the adults and teens, if you are curious about Tae Kwon Do, they have an adult class that takes all participants from beginner to advance. Glendale Tae Kwon Do is also one of the best priced studios in the city. For the value and quality, you can’t beat Glendale Tae Kwon Do.

If you are looking for a day care or a baby sitting facility then you are looking at the wrong place. Glendale TaeKwonDo is the best place to stop by if you want to learn the principles of Martial Arts. Not only from the physical point of view but also from the mental point of view. The master is always paying attention to the students and trying to fix even the smallest problems that his students have. Also, the master loves to stay in contact with the parents of the students and always asks for reports on how the students acts outside of TaeKwonDo. At the end of the day whatever problem the child is having, the master always fixes the childish behavior.

Jessica spoke some truth but some falsehood. This man is one of the greatest teachers you will ever be taught by to learn how to fight, to be disciplined and to be a leader. You cant be taught these things without pain, they push you to your limit with care of course, they are not mutants. Also, I have tried to go to other karate places to sign up there because this one would push too hard, when they asked me where I am coming from, once I mentioned Master Kim, they got offended. They said Master Kim is even better than they, he has dozens of Gold trophies and is probably 7^th or 8^th degree in his black belt. If you want to grow up to be a disciplined man/​woman, this is the place to learn courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-​control and leadership. You will learn how to truly defend your self and to fight back against any person, also you will gain endurance and strength to fight for longer periods. Also, there are many adults being taught here, many teenagers, and many children.

Let me just reminisce here…
Imagine Karate Kid. (Bare with me now!)
Tough instructor that yells and hits (with a short stick) at random moments. Your hands and open palms are not safe.
Your kicks not high enough? Stretches till you want to die.
Your punches not hard enough? Taunts and names.
You’re PUDGY? Oh no, I fear for you. You’ll learn the Korean words for fatty and pig and hear pig snorting noises. Good luck.
The place is moderately priced but the instructor is completely worthless.
He smokes.
And drinks.
BUT TELLS HIS CLASS THEY’LL WASTE AWAY IF THEY DO IT.
Which I observed visiting a class and later seeing him down the street at a bar late at night.
By the way, he teaches small children and teenagers.
I’m glad I was only there for a visit and have other options for my future children.