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Monday: 8AM - 9PM
Tuesday: 8AM - 9PM
Wednesday: 8AM - 9PM
Thursday: 8AM - 9PM
Friday: 8AM - 9PM
Saturday: 8AM - 6PM
Sunday: 8AM - 6PM
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World Tae Kwon Do Academy in Torrey Hills Shopping Center is a popular choice for residents of Carmel Valley, Del Mar, and San Diego. Led by Master Kim, who has over 40 years of experience in Taekwondo, the academy offers training for children and adults. Students learn the ancient martial art through practicing high kicks and South Korean customs while having fun. Master Kim and the instructors are knowledgeable, skilled, and respectful, fostering a strong community among students. Parents appreciate the academy's focus on building self-confidence and life skills in children, while adults enjoy the physical and mental benefits of practicing Taekwondo. Those who have trained at the academy highly recommend it, praising Master Kim as an exceptional instructor.
Over the course of 10 years I have trained under 4 dojos in various disciplines, and I can say with confidence that Master Kim is a better instructor than all the others combined.
I trained here for two years, so I am speaking from experience. Master Kim is an excellent teacher who teaches discipline while being friendly at the same time. Instructors Daniel, Thomas and Alex are also amazing! You will learn discipline and skill - not just rush to become a black belt as fast as possible. (But when you do become a black belt, you get your name embroidered on the belt in gold!) Indeed, in the time it took my cousin to advance to black belt at a different school (1...read full review
My three children have studied under Master Kim and his instructors for almost two years now. It has been an excellent experience. I chose the studio because I had a high level of confidence with my children learning under someone who also practiced kinesiology. I find what I appreciate equally to Master Kim's skills though is the care that he shows for each individual student by supporting excellence through rewarding real progress and by running a safe space where the rules are clear, the instructors watch over pick up and he is available to talk to parents when parents need to reach out. Thanks Master Kim!
I have known Master Kim in San Diego for 26 years. I have witnessed his sincere dedication to teaching students, and I have seen him personally respond to parents’ questions, carefully explaining guidance for each student. Observing this, I truly recognized him as a genuine master.